Pangboche Nepal

Pangboche is a beautiful settlement between Tengboche and Dingboche village in Everest region. It enroutes Everest base camp trek which is popular for accommodation after adventurous trekking from Namche. 

Pangboche Nepal is located at an altitude of 3985 m/ 13074.15 feet above sea level. We can explore the great view of mountains and alpine pastures during the trek from Namche to Pangboche. The prominent view of Ama Dablam, Lhotse, Nuptse, Mount Everest, Thamserkhu and Khangtega are brilliant to explore. 

Interesting facts about Pangboche

• Oldest monastery
• One of the highest settlement in the world
• Yeti scalp and hand
• Gateway to Ama Dablam
• Sherpa culture
• Eco tourism 

Oldest monastery

The Pangboche monastery is the oldest monastery at an altitude of 3985 m above sea level. It is historical monument of 16th century. It is a landmark reflecting past history of Khumbu region.

Highest settlement

Pangboche village elevation is 3985 m above sea level. It is one of the highest settlement in Khumbu region that remains working throughout the year. The tea houses in Pangboche provides best accommodation for trekking and climber trek in heading from Namche or Tengboche. 

Yeti scalp and hand

The presence of Yeti scalp and hand in Pangboche Monastery has given different identity for Pangboche. Most of trekkers wants to view the Yeti scalp while the Yeti hand was stolen in 1990 AD. The mysterious yeti scalp one the attraction of this village.

Gateway to Ama Dablam 

Pangboche is the gateway to Ama Dablam base camp. It is the last settlement before reaching the Ama Dablam base camp. The climber and expedition team collect their equipment in Pangboche. 

Sherpa Culture

Pangboche is a Sherpa village where we can interact with the Sherpa culture and people. We can visualize Sherpa tradition, taste the Sherpa’s food and enjoy their hospitality. 

Eco Tourism

Pangboche is promoting Eco tourism by conserving its landscape and endangered species snow leopard, musk deer and Himalayan thar. The well managed accommodation and services attracts tourism in Everest region. 

The best time to visit Pangboche

The months of spring and autumn are the best time to visit Pangboche. The pleasant weather in the months of March, April, May, September, October and November let us to enjoy the mesmerizing view of mountains and Pangboche landscape. 

Pangboche weather

Pangboche weather remains pleasant in the months of March, April, May, September, October and November. The cloudy weather in monsoon and foggy weather in winter doesnot support the mountain view from Pangboche.