Khumbu Glacier
Hiking Highlight (Segment)
Recommended by 39 hikers
This Highlight goes through a protected area
Please check local regulations for: सगरमाथा राष्ट्रिय निकुञ्ज
This segment may be dangerous
Parts of this Highlight comprise highly technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.
Tips
The ice masses of Khumbu Glacier are huge. Overall, it extends over 18 kilometers, from an altitude of 8,000 m down to 4,900 m and is just under a kilometer wide. And yet: a few years ago, it was much more massive. One can only hope that he does not defrost further.
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•August 1, 2017
A must view, so much fantastic scenery to see, what ever direction you look it is all majestic. The magnificent view of the world's highest glacier gonna take your breadth away.
January 30, 2020
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