The towering Himalayas of Nepal have forever been a magnetic power for adventurers lovers with the soul of climbers and spiritual seekers. However, in the last few years, a new demographic has come into the mix — a luxury travelling in Nepal. The Everest zone of Nepal, traditionally associated with rugged expeditions and minimalistic trekking, is now witnessing a growth in comfort-seeking tourists. This emerging trend transforms Everest into a hub of luxury tourism while blending it with adventure like always.
Do you know that over 50,000 trekkers go into the Everest Region annually? Almost 80% of this mass goes for the Everest base camp trek alone, and a small number goes for the diversion treks such as the Gokyo Lake trek, Everest three-pass trek, and more.
Everyone loves to be standing right at the top of the world, but that is not an easy journey. For many decades, the Everest zone was known for arduous trekking trails, quite spartan accommodations, and every tale of survival. The hikers had to endure freezing temperatures, cold thin air, and barebones facilities just to be standing close to the roof of the world. Over time, with tourism in the region improving and Everest becoming famous, there was a big demand for more luxurious experiences. In short, one can now enjoy beautifully tailored five-star hospitality in Nepal, along with breathtaking views of Everest. And rather than a life-risking hike, Everest Base Camp Trek is gonna be a pampered journey.
Luxury Lodges and Accommodations
Do you know that there is no road connection to the Everest region? And yet, there are so many unbelievably high-end lodges on the trekking trails. How? All by porters, mules, and helicopters. That's crazy, isn't it?
Some popular hotel brands are already providing plush accommodations. You can enjoy en-suite bathrooms, big comfortable beds, delicious gourmet meals, well-built heating systems and more. If you have ever been to the traditional teahouses, you can understand how big a deal these facilities are. Other crazy facilities include yoga and wellness facilities, fast Wi-Fi, private guides, and more. Places like Namche Bazaar, Kongde and more are crazy.
Fine Dining at Altitude
From savoring a glass of fine champagne and a personalized three-course meal, the Everest region now has crazy food options. From yummy mountain soups to authentic Tibetan delights, people have all sorts of dining options. With some exclusive brunch stops and buffet foods included in the Luxury Everest package, it's definitely worth the money.
Tailored Cultural Experiences
Beyond the mountains and the luxury of food, this trek also comes with the chance to explore Sherpa culture in curated, personalized ways. There are exclusive monastery tours, Sherpa-guided treks, interactions with local artisans, options to have food in local houses, even spend a night in Sherpa's house, traditional clothes photoshoots, and more.
Exclusive Tours
First, we must mention that Everest treks come with multiple nearby extension options. Obviously, we have Kalapatthar, where we hike to see Lhotse, Cho Oyo Makalu, and other 8000-meter peaks. Also, there are 4 days of extension to the Gokyo lakes and other villages nearby.
Better safety
To ensure that the travelers are safe and well-rested, a few relaxation days have been cleverly added to the package. Also, great first aid services are available. And to take your safety a notch higher, we also have stand-up helicopters for medical emergencies to make the journey more comfortable.
Some interesting trek facts
To address the environmental issues of growing tourism, Himalaya Heart has come up with the following measure of sustainable practices:
Eco-friendly Lodges: The luxury lodges are encouraged to use solar energy, practice water recycling, and use biodegradable products.
Green Helicopter Improvement Programs: Some carbon offset programs are being launched to mitigate the effect of carbon emissions.
Community Engagement: A portion of luxury tourism revenue is directed towards local development projects, including education and healthcare.
Culture preservation: It's important to leave a minimum effect on the local culture and tradition while being in such a sensitive area. This includes being sensitive with your dress, greeting people well, following local rules like no shoes in temples and more.
Ensure good wages: The sustainable practice also means that the guides and porters who work really hard to make your tour in Nepal amazing are paid well.
So, what do you think about such luxury in the mountains of Nepal? Will this be a trek you will be interested in?
