Keeping Your Camera Alive for the Mount Everest Summit Shot
In the cold of the Himalayas, batteries drain fast. Keeping your phone and camera charged is a major logistical challenge during Everest trekking. Here is how to manage power on your expedition.
Most teahouses offer charging for a fee (approx $3-$5 per device). In lower elevations, plugs are in rooms. Higher up, like Gorakshep, there is a communal charging strip in the dining hall. It gets expensive on a long Everest expedition.
Bring a high-capacity power bank (20,000mAh or more). This is your lifeline. Keep it warm inside your sleeping bag at night. Cold kills lithium batteries instantly, ruining your chance to photograph the Everest summit.
Small solar panels can be strapped to your backpack. They are effective on sunny days for topping up power banks. They provide free energy during the long walk to Everest Base Camp.
While keeping safety devices charged is vital, try to limit screen time to save battery and enjoy the view.
