Exploring the world at a human pace.

“Wanderlust on foot” is a chronicle that tells stories of exploring the world by foot, connecting with the outdoors, smelling the roses and wandering slowly where trails, lanes or other pathways might lead to those special places that can only be seen by foot. 

It aims to illustrate the liberating experience of wandering around and seeing the world at a human pace, so fellow-travelers like me seeking similar pathways may get inspired and enjoy this rich journey called Life.

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Everest Base Camp and Cho La Pass Trek

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  • Planning your Everest Base camp trek – Things to know

    Planning your Everest Base camp trek – Things to know

    When planning the Everest Base Camp (EBC) trek, consider routes, amenities, weather, food access, and altitude sickness prevention. Key itineraries include the classic 14-day route or a 17-day trek through Gokyo via Cho La pass. Adapt your schedule for acclimatization and weather unpredictability, and prioritize safety and comfort in accommodations.

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  • Day 12: Thangnak to Gokyo – crossing the Ngozumba glacier

    Day 12: Thangnak to Gokyo – crossing the Ngozumba glacier

    This trail was somewhat treacherous with very narrow, steep ups and downs, rocky terrain, loose rocks and scree as we crossed the Ngozumpa glacier to get to the other side, where the Gokyo lake area was located.

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  • Day 11: Trekking through Cho La pass – a stunning glacier hike

    Day 11: Trekking through Cho La pass – a stunning glacier hike

    The sheer scale of these mountains were grand and astounding. At one point, I paused to look at the beauty all around me and wanted to just scream my lungs out and say “Thank you!” to the universe. I felt a deep sense of gratitude wash over me as I thought about the last three…

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