10 Village Guides
Himalayan Villages
Learn what each village offers on the trail, from acclimatization stops to monasteries, lodges, and local cultural highlights.
Trail Culture
Everest Villages
Khumbu corridor villages from Lukla to Gorakshep — Sherpa culture, teahouses, and acclimatization stops
Updated 2/8/2026
Dingboche Village Guide: Key Acclimatization Stop on the Everest Base Camp Trek
Complete guide to Dingboche (4,410m), the essential EBC acclimatization village. Covers rest day hikes, Ama Dablam views, lodges, food, and altitude tips.
Updated 6/25/2026
Gorakshep (5,164m): Last Stop Before Everest Base Camp
Gorakshep (Gorak Shep, 5,164m) is the highest settlement on the EBC trek. Lodges, food, Kala Patthar, EBC logistics, altitude survival tips, and 2026 costs.
Updated 6/25/2026
Lukla, Nepal: Village Guide & Gateway to Everest (2026)
Lukla, Nepal (2,860m) is the Sherpa village and airport gateway to Everest. Flights, accommodation, weather delays, facts & trekker tips for 2026.
Updated 6/25/2026
Namche Bazaar: Sherpa Capital & Everest Gateway Guide
Namche Bazaar (3,440m) is the Sherpa capital and acclimatization hub for Everest treks. Lodges, ATM, WiFi, acclimatization hikes, costs and how to get there.
Updated 2/5/2026
Tengboche Village & Monastery Guide: Spiritual Heart of the Khumbu
Complete guide to Tengboche (3,867m), home to the famous Tengboche Monastery with spectacular views of Everest and Ama Dablam. Essential information on accommodation, acclimatization, the Mani Rimdu festival, and photography spots.
Trail Culture
Annapurna Villages
Gurung and Manangba villages along the ABC trek and Annapurna Circuit — sunrise viewpoints and cultural diversity
Updated 6/25/2026
Chhomrong Village (2,170m): ABC Gateway Guide
Chhomrong is the last village before Annapurna Base Camp (2,170m). Plan lodges, ACAP checkpoint, Jhinu hot springs, the famous steps, food, ATMs and Gurung culture.
Updated 2/5/2026
Ghorepani Village Guide: Gateway to Poon Hill Sunrise
Complete guide to Ghorepani (2,860m), the famous viewpoint village and gateway to Poon Hill. Essential information on accommodation, Poon Hill sunrise logistics, rhododendron forests, food options, and route connections to Annapurna Base Camp.
Updated 6/25/2026
Manang Village Guide (3,540m): Annapurna Circuit Acclimatization
Manang village (3,540m) guide for 2026: how to get there, lodges, Ice Lake & Tilicho hikes, HRA altitude talk, food, costs, and Thorong La prep.
Trail Culture
Mustang Villages
Wind-scoured Kali Gandaki settlements with medieval architecture, apple orchards, and Tibetan Buddhist culture
Updated 6/25/2026
Jomsom, Nepal: Mustang District Capital & Airport Town Guide
Jomsom, Nepal (2,720m) is the Mustang district capital with an airport, hospital, ATMs, permits, and Pokhara flights. Full 2026 guide for trekkers.
Updated 6/25/2026
Kagbeni Village: Medieval Gateway to Upper Mustang
Kagbeni village (2,810m) guide: the medieval walled gateway to Upper Mustang. Permits, lodges, apple pie, monastery, Hindu pilgrimage, wind, and how to get there.