Crystal Mountain Treks

Want to run the trails of the Everest region? Join our Everest Trail run program in 2025.

Dates: 23 March - 11 April and 17 November - 06 December

Everest Trail Run - Ultimate Everest route Everest Trail Run - Ultimate Everest route The Ultimate Everest Trail Run is a strenuous running program traversing some of the highest mountain trails on

Newsletter alert!!! Spring Newsletter - May 2024.

Spring Newsletter - May 2024 NAMASTE!!! The Spring trekking season is winding down. Expeditions parties on Everest are packing up and returning from the mountains in a year where

Chris arrived at Annapurna Base Camp this morning. He has now reached base camp 4 of 14. He reports that while the mornings are clear clouds roll in by late morning along with thunderstorms.

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Chris has made it to Manaslu Base Camp where the clouds cleared to reveal mighty Manaslu - a welcome respite after three days of rain. Chris plans to hike to the Base Camps of all the 14 highest mountains. This is Base Camp 3 of 14. Most mountaineers take a helicopter ride to base camp and forgo the beauty of the trails leading up to Base Camp.

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Our Spring 2024 India/USA trekking group at Everest Base Camp.

4 spots remaining for Kanchenjunga Base Camp Trek visiting both North and South Base Camps with trek ending in Olangchung Gola. Dates: Nov 04 - Dec 01, 2024. (Maximum group size is 6 participants). Contact us for details.

KANCHENJUNGA BASE CAMP TREK KANCHENJUNGA BASE CAMP TREK The Kanchenjunga Base Camp Trek visits both the North and South Kanchenjunga Base Camps. While trekking to Kanchenjunga,

When comparing trek packages for Nepal, simply comparing the published rates is not recommended. There's more to it:

Is Crystal Mountain Treks expensive?! Is Crystal Mountain Treks expensive?! Why are some other trekking companies offering cheaper prices? So, you've been out on the internet shopping for

Winter Newsletter - January 2024

Winter Newsletter - January 2024 NAMASTE! The Crystal Mountain Treks Family would like to wish you a Happy New Year (both belated and in advance). May you and yours prosper and be in good

Read below on how to avoid blisters on a trek:

How to treat blisters on a Nepal trek HOW TO TREAT BLISTERS ON A NEPAL TREK If you like to walk/run/bike there is a good chance that you have experienced a blister. If at all you get a

Here are some details of our treks to Kanchenjunga Base Camp.

Kanchenjunga Base Camp Treks Kanchenjunga Base Camp Treks My love for the Kanchenjunga region began in 2012. That year, 3 Summits for Nepal, a charity I founded while doing graduate

New Blog Alert: Choosing the right hiking boot for trekking in Nepal.

Best hiking boots for trekking in Nepal Choosing the correct footwear is important for a fun and successful trek in Nepal. Making the right choice warrants adequate research and consideration.

Spot the fox in the photo!!! Photo taken above Dakardzong in Mustang.

View from the pass above Dakor Dzong in Mustang

The Indian diaspora in the US and the UK and also those who reside in India have begun to become more involved in outdoor activities - many come to trek in Nepal. We had the opportunity to host three groups of Indian origin this year and have found them to be fun-loving, easy-going and appreciative of mother nature. Here are some photos of a group that recently completed the Annapurna Circuit Trek.

Even in late October our groups on the Manaslu Circuit trek encountered snow on the pass. We recommend micro-spikes for all our groups trekking over the Larkya La (Manaslu Circuit) and the Thorung La (Annapurna Circuit) passes. These passes are in central Nepal. Our groups in Kanchenjunga (Selela) and Everest (Renjo la, Cho La) which are in Eastern Nepal encountered little or no snow on the passes.

Monsoon trek to Makalu Base Camp - by Sewan Gurung:

Trek to Makalu Base Camp A video of my trek to Makalu Base Camp this past June, 2023. Drone shot by Devraj.Music:Deep Meditation: David Fesliyan, www.fesliyanstudios.comOur Hopes and...

Everest climbing fees to be increased in 2025:

Everest permit to cost $15K from 2025 A foreigner attempting the 8,848.86-metre mountain currently pays $11,000.

Trees found on treks in Nepal:

Trees found on treks in Nepal TREES found ON TREKS IN NEPAL Trees play a vital role in Nepal's ecosystem, culture, and economy. The ancient forests of the Terai and the pristine

People who love the outdoors and want to learn how to protect it, please take this free online course by Leave No Trace:

Leave No Trace 101 Course This is an introduction to Leave No Trace and the actions we can collectively take to protect our planet. In this course we share helpful information with a simple framework of minimum impact practices to apply when spending time outdoors.

My Everest Three Passes Trek:

My Everest Three Passes Trek MY EVEREST THREE PASSES TREK I’ve been told I should share my previous trekking experiences. And as I sit in my office, I reminisce: the fun of slogging

Monsoon newsletter - check out what's up at 3 Summits for Nepal and at Crystal Mountain Treks:

Monsoon newsletter - July, 2023 Monsoon newsletter - July, 2023 Namaste from gloomy Kathmandu! It's been raining every day with temperatures in the 80's F (30 C). But, the sun does pop

New blog alert - My trek to Makalu Base Camp:

My trek to Makalu Base Camp MY MAKALU BASE CAMP TREK - Jwalant Gurung: My goal is to complete all the major treks in Nepal. Hopefully I will reach this goal in the next two years.

Must you trek to Everest Base Camp? What are the other options in the Everest region:

Must you trek to Everest Base Camp? What are the other options in the Everest region? Must you trek to Everest Base Camp? What are the other options in the Everest region. The Everest Base Camp Trek is hands-down the most popular trek in

Have you ever wondered when's the best month for trekking in Nepal? Perhaps this list should help you:

Best months for trekking in Nepal Best months for Trekking in Nepal: Which are the best months for trekking in Nepal? The answer is: it depends… Usually Spring (March through May) and

We were fortunate to arrange the Annapurna Circuit trek for the Blackburn family this month. Jensen, 8 years, now holds the record for the youngest trekker in our company to have successfully crossed the Thorung La pass (5,416m/17,700ft.). His sister Josephine, 12 years, and two other brothers accompanied their parents on this trek. The perfect family trek...

What to know about climbing Everest:

What to know about climbing Mount Everest Find out all you need to know about climbing Mount Everest, from its geology to the cost of climbing the notorious peak.

And the Everest Spring climbing season ends this year with record summits and fatalities:

Why Did So Many Climbers Die on Mount Everest This Year? Some blame the weather, while others point the finger at the economic trends that are shaping Himalayan mountaineering