Blog - The Himalaya
Everest Base Camp Goes Hi-Tech
One question that sometimes comes up, for those planning to embark on an Everest Base Camp trekking adventure with Mountain Kingdoms, is: what level of technology is available at the 5,300 metre Base Camp?... Read more
The Monastery: Heart of the Sherpa Community
It’s often said that travel is more about the journey than the destination, and the rewards of Everest Base Camp trekking certainly include much more than reaching Base Camp itself... Read more
Our Tips For Everest Base Camp Trek First-Timers
Taking part in an Everest Base Camp trek is a dream cherished by many an adventurous soul, and one that we at Mountain Kingdoms firmly believe is achievable with with the right attitude and preparation.... Read more
The Sherpa Culture Museum, Namche Bazaar
Here on the Mountain Kingdoms blog, we like to share knowledge about the cultures of the Himalayan region so that those who set off on one of our treks – whether to Everest Base Camp or any of our other destinations... Read more
Culture On Your Tailor Made Holiday, Bhutan: Tigers Nest Monastery
A land as beautiful as it is mysterious, Bhutan holds some of the world’s finest and most unspoilt trekking country, making it perfect for adventure lovers. If you’ve got a yearning to visit, whether on one of our group holidays... Read more
A Different Way To Everest Base Camp: Three High Passes
A trek to Everest Base Camp is an experience with no equal, whichever approach you take to the legendary campsite. The most popular route, followed by thousands every year, goes from Lukla to the colourful Sherpa village... Read more
Himalayan Photography: Everest Base Camp In Stunning Detail
As anyone who has joined Mountain Kingdoms on an Everest Base Camp adventure will know, there’s nothing that can compare to standing on the slopes of the world’s mightiest mountain.... Read more
Preparing For Your Mera Peak Expedition: Top Tips
What makes for a successful Mera Peak expedition? At 6,476 metres, Nepal’s highest trekking peak is one of the region’s most rewarding challenges. While the ascent to the summit is not technically difficult, it presents a ... Read more
One Of The Best Views In The Himalayas: Mera Peak Expedition
Wherever you go in the Himalaya, you are sure to be greeted with jaw-dropping vistas – this is, after all, the highest-reaching mountain range in the world, and a region of unsurpassed beauty and wonder.... Read more
What’s The Accommodation Like En Route To Everest Base Camp?
For many travellers, setting off for Everest Base Camp is a thrilling quest into the unknown – but it’s still nice to know a bit about what to expect, especially when it comes to accommodation.There is a range of options, depending... Read more