The trek to Everest Base Camp is one of the most iconic hiking routes in the world.

Discover the SAC trekking scale, from easy trails to extreme alpine routes. What’s your level for the next adventure?

Are you drawn to the idea of walking among towering mountains, reaching summits over 3,000 meters… but feel like you're not ready? In this article, I’ll show you how to get started with high-altitude trekking—no myths, no magic formulas—just real, well-thought-out steps so you can enjoy the journey from the very beginning.