The Everest base camp trek

Part 1: To Lukla


My treking permit. It is imperative that you get one in Kathmandu before flying to Lukla.

Flying in Nepal is a serious business... A two engine airplane serving Royal Nepal flight from Kathmandu to Lukla (only when weather is clear, a condition which might require you to wait several days.)

The cockpit as seen from the airplane on this amazing flight to the Himalayas.

The village of Lukle, an "airport" town. The place to hire porters or guides, call home for almost the last time on the the trek, and get ready to trek!
 
 

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