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Things to do in Namche Bazaar- Nepal

The first thing to do in Namche Bazaar is check out the markets, they are everywhere. If you are looking for interesting fool for eating and taking pictures, Namche Bazaar has you covered.

  • Namche Bazaar is famous for artisan made yak cheese and yak butter.

After you are done eating yak dairy products, wash it down with local Namche Bazaar beer. Nepal has a great selection of micro brews.


Lastly, if you find yourself in Namche Bazaar, you must check out Mt Everest. Yes, you see Everest from Namche Bazaar?

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Is Namche Bazaar Worth Visiting?

Yes Namche Bazaar is worth visiting. Check out all the cool things to do in Namche Bazaar:

  1. Checkout the bazaar at Namche Bazaar

  2. Eat yak dairy

  3. Try some local Namche Bazaar pints

  4. Take a look at Mt Everest


Namche Bazaar Markets

Street markets are everywhere in Namche Bazaar, you won't miss them. Just take a stroll around the city of Namche Bazaar, and you will see them.


Mountaineering gear in Namche Bazaar is great because you can find a lot of it made locally, right in Namche Bazaar. This is true with clothing as well. You can also find a lot of knockoff merchandise of well known outdoor gear and clothing in Namche Bazaar. What is ironic, is that Namche Bazaar quality is high, it can be even better than the brand names. We suggest that you avoid buying the knockoff gear and getting local non-branded gear.

Why is Namche Bazaar famous? Yak Dairy!

Namche B is famous for great markets and amazing Himalayan views. But, Namche Bazaar is also known for their great yak cheese and yak butter.

  • Is Yak Butter Healthy? Oh ya, yak butter is healthy, as well as yak cheese. Yak dairy products contain health benefits like anti-carcinogenic, anti-atherosclerosis, and inhibition of osteoporosis. Yak butter and cheese also takes good!


Namche Bazaar Sherpa Beer

One of the best reasons to go anywhere is to try out local beer, and Namche Bazaar has some great brews: Namche Bazaar. There is a bunch of other Namche Bazaar craft beers. However, they are usually hard to come by. So, for your first time in Namche Bazaar, grab a pint of Sherpa Beer.


Can you see Everest from Namche Bazaar?

Yes, you can see Mt Everest from Namche Bazaar. There is a Mt Everest viewpoint on the east side of Namche Bazaar. Walking to the Everest viewpoint only takes 20 minutes.


How to reach Namche Bazaar?

To reach Namche Bazaar, you will have to walk from Lukla airport. There is no road leading to Namche Bazaar.


How long is the trek from Lukla to Namche Bazaar?

The trek from Lukla airport to Namche Bazaar takes just under 14 Kilometers. Usually, the 14km trek takes people two days to reach Namche Bazaar.


How Many Miles from Lukla Airport to Namche Bazaar?

If your not into metric, the trek from Lukla airport to Namche Bazaar is around takes just over 8 miles.


How to Fly into Lukla Airport

To reach the world's most dangerous airport, Lukla Airport, you need to fly in from Kathmandu: Tribhuvan International Airport.

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