How Your Journey Supports the People of the Everest Region
Your Everest trekking adventure does more than fulfill a dream; it provides a vital economy for the Khumbu region. Every Mount Everest expedition creates jobs and funds infrastructure for the Sherpa people.
A percentage of the fees from Everest trekking and climbing is funneled into local schools. Education levels in the Everest region are among the highest in rural Nepal, thanks to international support and tourism revenue.
The hospitals in Lukla and Pheriche were built largely through the contributions of the Mount Everest expedition community. These facilities provide life-saving care to both locals and trekkers heading to Everest Base Camp.
From lodge owners to high-altitude guides, thousands of families depend on the seasonal influx of climbers. By choosing ethical operators, you ensure that the wealth from the Mount Everest summit reaches those who live on its slopes.
When you walk the trail to Everest Base Camp, you are part of a cycle of prosperity. Your passion for the Mount Everest summit helps build a brighter future for the Himalayas.
