Everest Base Camp Trek: Preparation Guide for One of the World’s Best Adventures

The Everest Base Camp (EBC) trek is a bucket-list trip for numerous adventurers, drawing people from across the globe to the Himalayan heartland. It’s a hike that promises spectacular scenery, cultural immersion and the chance to stand in the shadow of the world’s highest mountain. It’s no stroll in the park though; preparation is what will make this life-changing experience comfortable and safe. Whether you’re a first-time trekker or experienced on other mountains, this guide from Bikash Khanal will get you ready for the trek’s difficulty and includes tips on physical and mental conditioning, what to pack and how to stay healthy on one of the world’s best adventures.

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How to Prevent & Treat Altitude Sickness

Millions of people travel to high altitudes annually, especially in the Himalayas, Alps, Andes and North American Rocky Mountains. Traveling to a higher altitude without gradually acclimatizing often results in altitude sickness, and is most prevalent at 8,000 feet (2500m) or higher above sea level. My first experience with altitude sickness was on vacation to one of the world’s seven wonders, Machu Picchu. Getting to Machu Picchu requires transiting through Cusco, the old capital of the Incan empire, which is located at 11,200 feet (3400m) above sea level. Most persons arrive in Cusco by flight which gives the body zero time to acclimate naturally. This post covers what is altitude sickness, how to prevent it and natural + medical remedies to treat the condition.

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