This viral guide to Everest Base Camp, have you not seen it yet?

Have you ever imagined standing atop the world, touching the place closest to the sky?
Pack your bags and set off towards the foot of Mount Everest
In this place nearest to the heavens, you'll capture breathtaking views that will stay with you for a lifetime! 🏔
May the ones in my heart be safe and joyful, and may all my hopes come true ❤

🚗 Travel Options: You can choose between self-driving or joining a tour group. Self-driving allows for flexibility to stop anytime, while joining a tour is hassle-free.
If you opt for self-driving, it's recommended to rent an SUV—bigger models are more stable.
For tour groups, the cost is around ¥800 per person, while carpooling costs about ¥300-400, saving you quite a bit!

🎫 Tickets: Entrance fee ¥160/person, sightseeing bus ¥120/person (round trip).
Opening hours are usually from 8 AM to 5 PM, so plan your time wisely.

🪪 Border Permit: Apply in advance at your local household registration office or get it for free at the Shigatse Government Service Center with your ID—it takes less than 5 minutes, super convenient!

📍 Route: Main Gate - 108 Bends - Gyala Pass - Basong Village / Everest Town
Starting from Shigatse, right after entering the main gate, you'll encounter the 108 Bends—a prime spot to admire five 8,000-meter peaks, including Makalu, Lhotse, and Everest, each with its unique "personality."

📷 Photo Spots: There are 4 must-visit spots—upper and lower sections of the boardwalk, the base camp square, and the 5,200-meter elevation marker by the river.
On the upper boardwalk, kneel halfway and hold your camera aloft to capture the sacred dance of snow-capped peaks and prayer flags.
Beside the marker, stand sideways and have a companion snap the shot from a specific angle—the towering peaks will become the coolest "backdrop" behind you.

⚠ Notes: The 108 Bends to the base camp can cause motion sickness, so bring anti-nausea patches. Carry your ID at all times for security checks. Avoid going if you have a fever or cold.

After two exhausting days of travel, return to Lhasa. If you want to stay downtown while enjoying a quiet sleep environment, consider Shangli Sunshine Rich Oxygen Hotel.
The service is thoughtful, and the oxygen-rich rooms help alleviate altitude sickness. The hotel is near Barkhor Street, with a strong Tibetan-style lobby that makes you feel like you're on a time-traveling Tibetan cultural journey.
Multiple room types are available, featuring branded toiletries and five-star mattresses for instant sleep at night 🌙
Best of all, you even get a free Tibetan-style Polaroid photo! 📷

🏨 Hotel: Shangli Sunshine Rich Oxygen Hotel
📍 Location: No. 26 Jiangsu East Road, Chengguan District, Lhasa

Post by NoraThompson17 | Jun 10, 2025

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