Comparing the Two Best Expedition Seasons
Should you go Everest trekking in the spring or autumn? Both offer a different perspective of the Mount Everest summit and a unique Mount Everest expedition vibe.
March to May is when the big Mount Everest expeditions happen. Base Camp is a bustling city of tents. You’ll see the 'Icefall Doctors' in action and feel the summit fever in the air.
September to November offers the clearest skies. The dust is gone, making for the best possible photos of the Mount Everest summit. It is the peak season for pure Everest trekking.
Spring gets warmer as you go; Autumn gets colder. Packing for an Everest expedition in November requires better sleeping bags than in May. Both require high-quality down gear.
Both seasons are spectacular. Choose Spring for the climbing atmosphere and flowers, or Autumn for the sharpest views of the Mount Everest summit.
