Articles by Pawan Bhattarai
Updated: 18 Jul, 2026
7 min
Hotel Everest View: The World’s Highest Placed Hotel
Quick answer: Hotel Everest View sits at 3,880 m on the Syangboche ridge above Namche Bazaar,...
Updated: 20 Jul, 2026
7 min
Kala Patthar: Altitude, Sunrise Time & How to Get There
Quick answer: Kala Patthar is a 5,545 m viewpoint above Gorak Shep, and it gives the...
Updated: 15 Jul, 2026
6 min
How Much Does It Cost to Trek in Nepal? (2026)
Last updated: June 2026. Permit fees checked against the Nepal Tourism Board; daily and package prices...
Updated: 15 Jul, 2026
7 min
Nepal Trekking Packing List: What to Bring (2026)
Last updated: June 2026. Gear advice from Spade Himalaya’s guiding experience, with verified flight and porter...
Updated: 13 Jul, 2026
7 min
Altitude Sickness on Nepal Treks: Symptoms, Prevention and Safety (2026)
Last updated: June 2026. Medical facts checked against the CDC, the Himalayan Rescue Association, and the...
Updated: 13 Jul, 2026
7 min
Best Time to Trek in Nepal: A Month-by-Month Guide (2026)
Last updated: June 2026. Season and climate data checked against Nepal government and climate records. Quick...
Updated: 12 Jul, 2026
7 min
Nepal Trekking Permits and Rules: The Complete 2026 Guide
Last updated: June 2026. Every fee here is checked against official Nepal government sources. Quick answer:...
Updated: 6 Jul, 2026
7 min
Everest Base Camp Trek Distance: How Far and How Long (2026)
Quick answer: The Everest Base Camp Trek is about 130 km round trip from Lukla, or...
Updated: 9 Jul, 2026
7 min
Everest Base Camp Trek Packing List (2026): Full Gear Guide
Quick answer: Pack for the Everest Base Camp Trek in layers: base layers, a warm mid...