KATHMANDU: South African cricketer David Miller and overseas teammate Mark Watt visited Everest Base Camp during a break in the Nepal Premier League (NPL), combining their cricket commitments with a trip to Nepal's most famous mountain destination.

Miller, who is representing Karnali Yaks in the third season of the NPL, shared images and videos of the visit on social media, describing the experience as unforgettable.

"It was a once-in-a-lifetime experience. I really, really enjoyed it. Coming to the mountains, you can't explain it. It's surreal," Miller said in a video message released after the visit.

The left-handed batter said he experienced dizziness and shortness of breath at high altitude but was delighted to have reached the base camp.

"I feel one with the mountains. It's a humbling experience being here, listening to the water, being in the middle of the Himalayas, something I never thought I would ever do," he said.

According to organisers, the visit was arranged by Everest Experience and Assistance in partnership with Basecamp Helicopter.

Mukti Pandey, chair of Everest Experience, said the trip provided an opportunity for international players to experience Nepal's mountain landscapes beyond their sporting engagements.

Miller and Watt join a growing list of international cricketers who have visited the Everest region during their time in Nepal. Former international stars including Shikhar Dhawan, Faf du Plessis and David Warner have also travelled to the region in recent years.

Tourism stakeholders say the participation of international cricketers in the Nepal Premier League has created an additional platform for promoting Nepal globally, with players frequently sharing their experiences with millions of followers through social media.

For Nepal's tourism industry, such visits provide exposure to audiences far beyond the traditional trekking and mountaineering community.