Wanderlust On Foot

Tag: Dingboche

  • 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…

  • 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.