Gorakshep

Last Stop For Everest Trekking

Gorakshep village lies inside the Sagarmatha National Park and is a hub for Sherpa guides, porters, and those involved in the tourism business. It is the last stop for accommodation on the Everest route situated at an altitude of 5,164 m (16,942 ft), it is the last stop for lodges on Everest’s trekking route.

Gorakshep & EBC

Until the late 50s of the nineteenth century, Gorakshep was the original Everest Base Camp. But later, the point was taken higher, close to the mountain, which is today’s Everest Base Camp. The distance from Gorakshep to base camp is around 3.3 KM. And it takes travelers 1.5–2 hours to reach the base camp. However, the time depends upon the weather, climate, and conditions of the trails too.

Clinic at Gorakshep

In the peak season, the EBC is host to an average of 700 trekkers and climbers from all over the world. As the last stop on the way to EBC, there are no luxury hotels there. The only accommodation option is the basic lodges. But some provide modern facilities. There are no more than 5 hotels.

At the altitude of 5,164 m (16,942 ft), out of the 700 visitors, an average of minimum of 10 people suffer from simple Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS) to very severe and dangerous HACE & HAPE.

High Altitude Cerebral Edema plus

High Altitude Cerebral Edema (HACE) is a severe and potentially fatal manifestation of high altitude illness and is often characterized by ataxia, fatigue, and altered mental status. HACE is often thought of as an extreme form/end-stage of Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS). Although HACE represents the least common form of altitude illness, it may progress rapidly to coma and death as a result of brain herniation within 24 hours, if not promptly diagnosed and treated.

That’s why, Gorakshep Clinic has been established at this altitude. Being the closest stop to EBC, it can be lifesaving for many trekkers and climbers who can suffer from these problems during the climb, or even at EBC. Early and Quick response in such situations can be vital, and Gorakshep Clinic at this altitude helps provide just that.

Services Provide

Gorakshep Clinic has all the proper medical facilities with a proper doctor and health assistant on board.