Show me the Trail

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Tag: Outdoors

July 16, 2019July 29, 2019

Gokyo, Day 9: An unforgettable scene atop Gokyo Ri

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June 15, 2019June 25, 2019

Gokyo, Day 4: `Resting’ in the Himalaya

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July 7, 2018November 6, 2018

Muir Beach- Green Gulch Trail

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Gokyo, Day 14,15: Unfortunate Scene at Lukla

Having to eye-witness this horrific ending of the Summit Air’s aircraft, thinking and rethinking of what could’ve and should’ve been done by everyone involved for the safety of – notoriously listed as – the world’s most dangerous airport, I just hoped that the situation got properly assessed and serious lessons be learned for the safety of the Himalayan travelers, airport staff, crew members, and the locals. I prayed for the ones who lost their lives and for their families.

Gokyo, Day 11,12,13: Back to Namche and the Reunion

Our appetite was coming back, My lunges were totally happy with the fresh oxygen, I no longer felt ‘sick’or ‘tired’. Headache vanished and I was able to order and finish a large plate of aloo parathas.

Gokyo, Day 10: Hike to the fourth and fifth lakes

Walking to the fourth and the fifth day was a true Himalayan Adventure. Heavy snow-storms and high winds added to the challenge..

Gokyo, Day 9: An unforgettable scene atop Gokyo Ri

<- Day 8 April 7th 2019 Gokyo Ri Summit (17,570 ft) from Gokyo ( 15,744 ft) Today was the day we all were waiting for. We were supposed to be climbing Gokyo Ri mountain if weather permitted. Babu told us last night that we would need to head out at 5 am to view the […]

Gokyo, Day 8: Gokyo Lakes and the Quaint Village

Gokyo- Perfectly situated at the glacial lake, overlooking Gokyo Ri mountain right across and Cho Oyu on the right side. Most of the lake was frozen except for a small unfrozen section, where snow ducks were playing. The whole scene actually looked like a painting or a photo just coming out of National Geographic Magazine!

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