Tingri Everest Gateway
Shelkar, the county seat of Tingri, is where Everest-bound vehicles refuel, pass permit checks and take on final supplies. At about 4,300 m it often serves as the acclimatization night before base camp.
Overview
Quick facts about Tingri Everest Gateway
Shelkar, the county seat of Tingri, is where Everest-bound vehicles refuel, pass permit checks and take on final supplies. At about 4,300 m it often serves as the acclimatization night before base camp.
| Type | Transport Gateway |
|---|---|
| Altitude | 4,300 m (14,108 ft) |
| Visit length | About 0.5 hours |
| Opening hours | 06:00–23:00 |
| Good to know | Fuel up here; the last stretch has no services. |
How to visit
Practical advice from our Lhasa team.
- Walk slowly. Steep stairs at altitude are harder — come on your second or third day, not the day you arrive.
- Taxi drop-off: Designated taxi rank on the station forecourt
- Bus: City buses and taxis meet each train
Hotels near Tingri Everest Gateway
Sorted by walking or driving distance when we have it; otherwise hotels we use in the same city.
Best time to visit
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