Summits & Basecamps

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Summits & Basecamps: Journeys to the World’s Highest Places

The Himalayas are home to the planet’s most iconic mountains — Everest, Kanchenjunga, Annapurna, and countless untamed peaks. For centuries, they have called out to explorers, trekkers, and climbers seeking to test themselves in the world’s highest landscapes. At Summit Routes, our Summits & Basecamps journeys are crafted for adventurers who dream of standing at the foot of these giants — or climbing to their summits.

Why Choose a Summit or Basecamp Journey?

Unlike shorter treks, these routes take you deep into the heart of the high Himalaya, often above 5,000 meters. Every step is a mix of physical challenge and pure wonder — glaciers, towering ice walls, ancient trade routes, and the warm resilience of mountain cultures.

These journeys aren’t only about reaching a destination. They’re about experiencing the raw power of the mountains while walking paths shaped by climbers, yak caravans, and nomadic herders for centuries.


Signature Summits & Basecamps

Everest Base Camp Trek (Nepal, 14 Days)
Follow the footsteps of legendary mountaineers to the world’s most famous basecamp. Experience Sherpa villages, Buddhist monasteries, and unparalleled views of Everest and Lhotse.

Annapurna Base Camp Trek (Nepal, 12 Days)
A classic Himalayan adventure through terraced fields, rhododendron forests, and amphitheater-like mountain vistas.


Cultural & Natural Richness Along the Way

While the peaks are the star, these journeys also immerse you in Himalayan life:

  • Sherpa hospitality in Khumbu villages
  • Baltistani culture in the Karakoram
  • Buddhist monasteries & chortens guiding the way
  • Alpine wildlife from blue sheep to Himalayan monal

Best Time to Go

India (North Himalayas)

  • Best: Apr–Jun & Sep–Nov
  • Avoid: Jul–Aug (monsoon)
  • Winter: Only lower treks
  • Kashmir & Ladakh

    • Best: Jun–Sep (treks), Oct (clear skies)

Nepal

  • Best: Mar–May & Sep–Nov
  • Alt: Dec–Feb (cold, clear)
  • Avoid: Jun–Aug (monsoon)

Bhutan

  • Best: Mar–May & Sep–Nov
  • Winter: Dec–Feb (cold but good for culture)
  • Avoid: Jun–Aug (monsoon)

Our Commitment

At Summit Routes, we run responsible and sustainable expeditions: fair wages for local guides, strict waste protocols, and itineraries designed for safe acclimatization. Your journey supports mountain communities while protecting the fragile ecosystems you travel through.


Begin Your Summit Journey

Whether it’s reaching Everest Base Camp, or trekking to Kanchenjunga’s remote valleys, these routes are the soul of the Himalayas. Join Summit Routes on a Summits & Basecamps adventure and step closer to the world’s highest places.