“Everest” (2015) recreated the 1996 tragedy on the roof of the world, whose base camp is reached from Lukla — the most vertiginous airport there is.
Eight of the world's ten highest peaks rise in Nepal — and its flag is the only non-rectangular one on Earth.
Trekking permits (TIMS) and insurance are sorted before departure. An eSIM helps: Pathao in Kathmandu, summit weather and messages to the next lodge — coverage fades fast at altitude.