Access to clean, potable water along the trail isn’t something to stress about while trekking in Nepal. However, as with all high altitude treks (anything above 5000 ft), it’s important to hydrate more than you would at lower elevations. The recommended intake while trekking is 3-4 liters per day. In the past, many trekkers on the way to Everest Base Camp drank from plastic water bottles that negatively impacted the local environment. As these were banned as of January 2020, we will review the following options to show you what the best ways to stay hydrated are while trekking to Everest Base Camp!