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Everest Base Camp safety advice Trekking to Everest Base Camp is undoubtedly a physical challenge, having said that we believe that with some training and preparation, most people with an average standard of fitness can trek to Everest Base Camp. Before your departure you need to follow the recommended training …read more
The top 5 risks This is a question we are regularly asked. As with most adventures, there are risks involved. Below the top risks are outlined along with tips on how to best manage them. With preparation and the right support the risks involved with trekking to Everest Base Camp …read more
Irish born Everest Base Camp Trek leader, C0-Founder: Susan Devitt There are a huge number of companies offering treks in Nepal, finding the right people can be daunting. At Take on Nepal we believe that by taking a strong ethical approach to all that we do will result in a …read more
After 20 hours and getting motion sickness from turbulence heading to Nepal from Singapore, literally felt like death but I’ve made it here safe It was such a good feeling coming off the plane to be greeted by lovely faces, these kids that have picked me up from the airport …read more
Flight into Lukla Airport 2,860 m/9,383 ft, Most people who trek to Everest Base Camp begin their trek from Lukla airport 2,860 m/9,383 ft, flying in and out is a memorable stand and end to the trek and one that either fills people with trepidation or excitement. You’re guaranteed to …read more
It is possible to trek to Everest Base Camp during every month of the year but there are pros and cons to each season. Our leader Som Tamang has trekked to Everest Base Camp on countless occasions, his love of the Everest region began when he became a porter at …read more
At altitude, sickness can set in at any time. We pace our treks to allow your body to adjust to the change in climate and our team monitoring your wellbeing, throughout the trek. The most common form of altitude sickness is actually called “Acute Mountain Sickness” (AMS). It’s the least …read more
The night before we left for Lukla, Take On Nepal hosted a welcome dinner where we met the fourth member of our little trekking party. We had already met Shannon (an adventurous Aussie/English girl from Adelaide), our guide Sujan and our porters Anita and Sanu at Batase Village. The final …read more
I’m not quite sure where to start my time in Nepal, as every time I find myself trying to explain it I am at a constant loss for words as I think about the overwhelming warmth and hospitality, incredible expertise, and unparalleled selflessness and support of the Take On Nepal …read more
At Take on Nepal we are incredibly proud of our team of young female guides who are turning heads on the trails to Everest Base Camp. The trekking industry is dominated by males, very few women are employed and there are a few reasons for this: Nepal is a patriarchal …read more
