Guys, it was a tough 8 km trek from Lobuche to the Base Camp today. The 4 km trek back from EBC to Gorakchep (where we are halting for the night) made it a total of 12 kms of trekking today. We reached the Base Camp around 2 pm this afternoon, and it was a wonderful sight to see so many tents of Mountaineers getting ready for the climb to the Summit. Well, Mission accomplished, great satisfaction - a memory I will carry to my grave! Rated amongst the Top 5 most challenging Treks in the world, the EBC Trek into the heart of the Mighty Himalayas has been an unforgettable experience! The shortage of oxygen at these altitudes is yet another challenge. Trekkers from all Nationalities have packed the EBC Trekking route and you make so many friends over these 12 days ! Amar Dablam, Lhotse, Tavuche and so many other great mountain peaks that we saw enroute will forever remain etched in my memory. Not to forget, the great Mount Everest ! Stunningly beautiful landscapes and an unfriendly terrain are truly a Trekker's delight. It has been in my bucket list for a long time, 8 months ago I pulled it out of the bucket and started thinking seriously about it. Not only is it a challenge on your physical abilities, but your mental toughness is called into play throughout the trek. Tomorrow, we commence our descent back to Lukla. What took us 8 days to ascend, will take 3 days to descend. Guys, thankyou so, so much for all your support and prayers, you have been Walking With Me, these last 8 days and a great source of strength and encouragement. Walk With Me for 3 more days ....
Congratulations on a job well done! Now that you’ve “been there done that”, look at the option of a chopper ride back to Lukla. The views are spectacular but I guess climbing down has its own charm. Red carpet and a bottle of single malt awaits you on your return…..
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