Destination
Thame Village
Thame, Khumbu, Solukhumbu, Nepalnull / 5
About
Thame Village
Thame is a traditional Sherpa village in the Khumbu region of Nepal, sitting at an altitude of 3,800 meters (12,467 feet) northwest of Namche Bazaar. It is famous as the childhood home of Tenzing Norgay and birthplace of record-holding mountaineers like Apa Sherpa and Kami Rita Sherpa, and as a historic stop on the old salt-trading route with Tibet.
Tips for visitors
- Stay with local homestays when possible.
- Respect local homes and cultural traditions.
- Ask permission before taking photographs.
- Prepare for high-altitude conditions.
- Carry enough water and basic trekking supplies.
- Respect wildlife.
- Follow marked trekking routes.
- Check trail and weather conditions before travelling.
Getting there
Location & map
- Address
- Thame, Khumbu, Solukhumbu, Nepal
- Directions
- From Namche Bazaar, follow the trail northwest toward Thamo and then Thame. Thame lies on the route toward Renjo La Pass. Nepal Tourism Board describes Thamo and Thame as approximately 2–4 hours northwest of the park headquarters area.