'Sagarmatha' is the Nepalese name for Everest. The Sagarmatha National Park, located in eastern Nepal, encapsulates significant portion of the Himalayas including the southern half of Mount Everest. The park was created in July 19, 1976 and in 1979 it was inscribed as a natural world heritage site. The term “Sagarmatha” is a combination of two Sanskrit words, viz. "Sagar” which means sky and matha, meaning forehead or head. Sagarmatha is the modern Nepali name for Mount Everest.
(TRAVPR.COM) NEPAL - December 5th, 2014 - Mount Everest (8848 m), being the highest mountain in the world, has always been the 'hot cake' for the professional climbers as well as any mountain aspirant. Every year, the visitors from different parts of the world visit Nepal with a prime motive of trekking. Everest Region boasts to anchor the world highest mountains like, the Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Aba Dablam and many more.
'Sagarmatha' is the Nepalese name for Everest. The Sagarmatha National Park, located in eastern Nepal, encapsulates significant portion of the Himalayas including the southern half of Mount Everest. The park was created in July 19, 1976 and in 1979 it was inscribed as a natural world heritage site. The term “Sagarmatha” is a combination of two Sanskrit words, viz. "Sagar” which means sky and matha, meaning forehead or head. Sagarmatha is the modern Nepali name for Mount Everest. Sherpas are the major inhabitants in the Everest region. Hence on every overnight halt, you will have the privilege to enjoy the warm Sherpa hospitality. The journey in Everest region is always very enticing as it keeps you mulling over what next surprise you could be greeted with....would it be the Yetis??? Well, that's a highly ambitious anticipation! But yes, with the association of the mountain geniuses (Sherpas) along the journey, you will have this "feel at home" feeling, despite the challenging trails, capricious weather and freezing temperatures.
If you are one of those mettlesome trekkers, seeking a gutsy venture in the Himalayas, the Everest region is your Mecca!
Please check out the lists below for some of the most adrenaline trips to the Himalayas:
1. Everest Base Camp and Kala Patthar Trek - 17 Days : Everest Base Camp and Kala Patthar Trek is a covetous undertaking for any adventure aspirant.
http://www.marrontreks.com/itineraries/196-26/everest-base-camp-and-kala-patthar-trek-17-days.html#
2. Kala Patthar Trek -16 Days: The Kala Patthar Trek is actually an excerpt from our full-fledged Everest Base Camp & Kala Patthar Trek package (17 days).
http://www.marrontreks.com/itineraries/226-26/kala-patthar-trek-16-days.html#
3. Gokyo Cho La Pass Trek - 22 Days: The Gokyo Cho La Pass Treks is one of the most favored picks for the rigorous trekkers who not only like to conquer the much talked about altitudinal oddities of the Everest region, but also crave to take a plunge in the mesmerizing milieu of Gokyo.
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4. Everest Three Pass Trek - 23 Days: The Everest Three Pass Trek is like a complete curry in itself as it encapsulates the best and of course the most daring ventures one could ever have imagined in the Everest region.
http://www.marrontreks.com/itineraries/227-26/everest-three-pass-trek-23-days.html#
5. Everest Panorama Trek - 10 Days: Everest Panorama Trek, also known as the Everest Valley Trek, is an easy alternative to the full-fledged Everest trekking. For anyone who is craving to explore the grandeur Everest region, but does not actually want to put up with the altitudinal hurdles and elongated trekking days, the Everest Panorama Trek is just the diamond of the first water.
http://www.marrontreks.com/itineraries/124-26/everest-panorama-trek-10-days.html#
6. Gokyo Ri Trek - 14 Days : The Gokyo Ri Trek takes you to the tranquil abode of the chain of turquoise blue lakes, and the biggest Himalayan glacier-Ngozumpa Glacier, while you relish the jaw dropping panorama of the mighty Everest.
http://www.marrontreks.com/itineraries/125-26/gokyo-ri-trek-14-days.html#
7. Everest Base Camp via Renjo La, Gokyo Lake, Cho La & Kala Patthar Trek - 22 Days: This adventure packed trip takes us amidst the fascinating panorama of the snow clad giants and the hypnotically beautiful turquoise lake of Gokyo, meandering through the stunning valleys.
http://www.marrontreks.com/itineraries/128-26/everest-base-camp-via-renjo-la-gokyo-lake-cho-la-kala-patthar-trek-22-days.html#
8. Pike Peak Trek - 18 Days: Pike Peak trek takes you to the foothills of Khumbu region offering scintillating mountainous vistas of Mt. Everest, Mt. Kanchenjunga, Mt. Manaslu, Mt. Gaurishanker, Mt. Numbur, Mt. Thamserku etc. The sunrise and sunset view on the Himalayas is the gravity of this trek.
http://www.marrontreks.com/itineraries/198-26/pike-peak-trek-18-days.html#
9. Jiri, Dudh Kunda & Phaplu Trek - 17 Days: iri Dudh Kunda trek is a newly crafted adventure package that is gradually catching up its popularity. On this trip, you get the opportunity to behold the captivating beauty of Jiri, often referred as the "Switzerland of Nepal".
http://www.marrontreks.com/itineraries/205-26/jiri-dudh-kunda-phaplu-trek-17-days.html#
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