Mount Everest is the drawcard, but once you start Hiking you'll realize that there's much more to the Everest region (also known as Khumbu region) than its iconic peak. There are three beautiful separate valleys to explore, each with equally impressive views, giant snowy peaks, and beautiful villages. Even if Everest wasn't here, the region would still boast some of the best trekking routes in the world.

All of the trekking listed here start from Tenzing Helari airport Lukla (or below) and head north to the village of Namche Bazaar. From there, you can either head directly to Everest Base Camp or take one of the other two valleys. As with all treks in Nepal, the duration and route can vary depending on what you're looking for, how fast you trek, and the kind of experience you'd like to have.

For the Great experience, we strongly recommend exploring these various ways for getting off the beaten path in the Khumbu region. You can also consider staying in luxury lodges for part (or all) of your trek, to enjoy a bit of comfort after a hard day's walk.