The Best Mount Everest Summit View You Don't Know About
While crowds flock to Kala Patthar, savvy trekkers know a better spot. The hike to Pumori Camp 1 offers a stunning, secluded view of the Mount Everest summit and the entire Western Cwm.
Starting from Gorakshep, the trail heads towards Pumori. It is less defined and steeper than Kala Patthar, but you will likely have it to yourself. It feels like a true mountaineering approach.
From here, you look straight into the Khumbu Icefall and the route climbers take on a Mount Everest expedition. You can see the tents of Base Camp like tiny colorful dots below.
Because it is closer to the main massif, the Mount Everest summit appears larger. The lighting in the morning hits the face of Everest perfectly, making it a dream for photographers on an Everest trekking trip.
If you have the energy and a free afternoon in Gorakshep, skip the nap and hike Pumori Camp 1. It is the connoisseur's choice.
