Author: charusmitha
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Day 7: Acclimatization Day at Dingboche – A Walk in the clouds to Nangkartshang peak.
The focus for today was acclimatizing to lower oxygen levels while implementing the “Climb High and Sleep Low” strategy. For the first time in days, my heart rate and oxygen levels began to shift, a clear indication of how important today was to get my body ready for higher altitudes. The climb amidst misty peaks…
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Day 6: Deboche to Dingboche – A cold afternoon snow shower with the yaks.
The journey included a gradual ascent along the Dudh Koshi river towards Pangboche and Shomare for lunch, with views of Ama Dablam. After lunch, weather worsened, leading to snow showers as the group reached Dingboche at 14,200ft. Acclimatization would occur over two nights. It was the last of the hot water showers.
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Day 5: Khumjung to Deboche – First view of Mount Everest at sunset
“Within seconds, the sun lit up the summit of Everest. The golden glow stayed on for a few seconds. It was a fleeting moment of pure joy and everyone applauded.” As we finished our breakfast on this foggy morning, the clouds started to clear giving us a glimpse of Ama Dablam through the window. By…
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Day 4: Namche Bazaar to Khumjung – Sherpa heritage, Sagarmatha Next and first view of Ama Dablam
“We hiked further up and then descended into a stairway that opened into an expansive valley with a view of Khumbu region’s biggest Sherpa village: Khumjung.” The hike from Namche Bazaar has many trails to get to the Sherpa settlements of Khumjung Village. It consists of a scenic loop that takes you through quieter, traditional…
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Day 3: Monjo to Namche Bazaar – from the Hillary suspension bridge to the vibrant Sherpa town
“Namche bazaar is a vibrant Sherpa town in Nepal’s Khumbu region and a crucial trading hub, a gateway to Everest expeditions, with a bustling market, museums, and stunning Himalayan views. “ We made our way to the entry point of Sagarmatha National Park. Today’s hike was all uphill with an elevation gain of over 2,100~…
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Day 2: Phakding to Monjo – scenic trails with mules and yaks, village school and monastery
“We visited ‘Shree Yubabarsha’ secondary school (recently rebuilt after the earthquake in 2015) and a monastery next to it.” Trek from Phakding to Monjo is adorned with beautiful uphill streams, waterfalls, suspension bridges, and green terraced landscapes. Most of the day we walked along Dudh Koshi river and encountered load bearing mules and Jyopkas (a…
Wanderlust On Foot 