Lukla sees a rush of tourists as trekking season picks up
Summary
Lukla is seeing a surge of trekkers as the autumn tourism season begins, driving up demand for flights to and from Tenzing-Hillary Airport. Hotels, restaurants and other businesses in the Everest region are also busy as visitors head to Everest Base Camp and nearby Himalayan destinations.
Key Points
- Lukla is crowded with trekkers and international tourists as the autumn trekking season gets underway.
- Demand for flights between Lukla and Kathmandu has risen sharply, making tickets hard to secure and causing long waits at the airport.
- Trekkers are mainly heading to Everest Base Camp, Gokyo and other destinations in the Everest region.
- The tourism boom is boosting hotels, guides, porters, local traders and helicopter operators across the Khumbu region.
