As the highest mountain in the world this gargantuan snow-capped peak warrants little introduction. While many tourists merely trek to the foot of Everest to marvel at its astonishing beauty, serious mountaineers consider it to be the holy grail of mountain peaks and the ultimate test of their strength and determination. Located in the heart of the Himalayas, on the border of Nepal and Tibet, its north slope belongs to Tibet, and the south side belongs to Nepal. There are two touristy friendly base camps below the snow line - one on the Nepalese side and one on the Tibetan side. Approaching the summit from Southeast Ridge in Nepal is more popular and easier than attempting to brave the challenging terrain of the North Ridge in Tibet. Whether you are keen to revel in some of the world’s most of remarkable mountain scenery or are a serious climber with a desire to attempt the greatest mountaineering challenge the world has to offer, a trip to this breathtakingly vast and picturesque mountain is certain to be the experience of a lifetime.