altitude sickness in Everest

Altitude sickness on the Everest Base Camp trek is caused by rapid ascent above 2,500 m (8,200 ft). The most effective prevention is a slow acclimatization schedule, spending extra nights at Namche Bazaar (3,440 m/11,286ft) and Dingboche (4,410 m/14,468ft), following the walk-high-sleep-low principle, staying well hydrated, and recognizing early AMS symptoms before they worsen. Everest...Read More