Wanderlust On Foot

Tag: snow

  • Day 10: Gorakshep to Dzongla – a brutally cold and heavy snow day

    The hike to Dzongla faced heavy snowfall and poor visibility, leading to a cold, challenging journey. The overnight snow left us with a couple of feet of snow to tackle the next day. After parting with friends at Gorakshep, I continued solo toward Dzongla, eagerly looking forward to the next day’s hike over Cho La…

  • 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.