Khumbu Glacier, Mountain glacier in Solukhumbu District, Nepal
The Khumbu Glacier extends from Mount Everest at 7600 meters down to 4900 meters, creating a natural pathway through the Himalayan landscape.
The glacier formed during the last major ice age approximately 500,000 years ago and has sustained the regional water resources throughout recorded history.
The Sherpa communities near Khumbu Glacier maintain traditional practices and religious ceremonies connected to the mountains and glacial waters.
Trekkers must obtain permits from Sagarmatha National Park authorities and follow strict acclimatization protocols when visiting the glacier region.
The glacier contains distinctive ice formations called ice seracs, which create natural towers and crevasses across its surface.
Location: Solukhumbu District
Elevation above the sea: 4,900 m
GPS coordinates: 27.95889,86.82472
Latest update: May 27, 2025 11:35
Nepal presents photographers with mountains, lakes, historic temples, and cultural sites. The Himalayan range with Mount Everest, Buddhist stupas, and Hindu temples define the landscape. Cities display traditional architecture, while national parks house rare wildlife.
Mount Everest
10.4 km
Khumbu Icefall
6.3 km
Ama Dablam
11.3 km
Nuptse
6.2 km
South Summit
10.4 km
Imja Tse
11.7 km
Gokyo Ri
13.9 km
Tengboche Monastery
11 km
Rongbuk Glacier
16.4 km
Changtse
11.5 km
Lhotse Shar
11.7 km
Cholatse
8.3 km
Cho La
7.2 km
Lhotse Middle
14.4 km
Lingtren
8.2 km
Ngozumpa glacier
13.6 km
Pokalde
3.9 km
Lhotse Shar Glacier
10.7 km
Imja Glacier
11.7 km
Qomolangma National Park
15.9 km
Hungchi
10.6 km
Western Cwm
7.6 km
Kala Patthar
4.1 km
Shar Tse
15.6 km
North Face
11.3 km
Everest Base Camp
5.1 km
Camp 4S South Col
10.5 km
Taboche
8.2 kmReviews
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