What no one tells you about filming at Everest base camp: Equipment, Altitude Sickness, and Sherpa Support

Most of what is written online about filming at Everest Base Camp is either a trekking blog with a camera in a photo, or a permit checklist written by someone who has never actually been there with a professional kit. This is neither of those things.

Our team has coordinated and executed production work in the Khumbu region on more than 30 productions since 2008 for BBC, National Geographic, Netflix, and independent documentary filmmakers from across the world. These are the things we wish someone had told us before our first shoot at 5,364 metres.

Production Planning in Nepal: Proven Strategies for a Flawless Film Production

Nepal is one of the most visually rewarding filming destinations in the world. Few places offer such an incredible range of cinematic landscapes within a compact geographic area. From the towering Himalayan peaks and remote mountain trails to ancient heritage cities and dense subtropical jungles, the country delivers unmatched visual diversity. This makes Nepal an exceptionally attractive destination for filmmakers seeking authenticity, scale, and natural beauty in a single location.