Fully revised fifth edition of this practical guide with 60 detailed route maps covering not only the classic treks but also the wild routes:

• Everest expedition route
• Rolwaling
• Trekking from Lukla    
• Salpa-Arun
• The Gokyo trek           
• High passes
• Trekking peaks – including Mera and Island Peak

Information for all budgets and trekking styles

Ranging from lush terraced fields to the highest mountain on earth, the scenery is breath-taking. There are trekking possibilities to suit all budgets – from independent trekkers on a shoestring staying in simple lodges with Sherpa families to travelers on all-inclusive guided treks with every luxury provided.

• Getting to Nepal from Europe, North America and Australasia
• Kathmandu — trekking preparations and what to see
• Where to stay and eat — Kathmandu and along the trails
• Employing a guide or porter in Nepal
• The environment —  how to minimize your impact on a fragile region and still take hot ‘green’ showers
• Health and safety
• 60 route maps and village plans
• Plus –  30 color photos