Onwards and upwards!

 Hello everyone,

We are in Dingboche, Day 6 of our EBC Trek . Today, Monday, May 12th, is an acclimatisation day. We are at an altitude of 4400 metres. We reached Dingboche from Debuche, yesterday ( Sunday). We climbed 600 metres from Debuche to get here. Tomorrow (Tuesday) , we leave for Lobuche at an altitude of 4900 metres. On Wednesday morning (May 14th) , we trek from Lobuche to the Everest Glacier , the Base Camp is at an altitude of 5300 metres. Weather permitting, we will trek to Kala Pathar on Thursday (May 13th) early morning, at 3 am, to witness a spectacular Sunrise over Mount Everest. From then on, its all downhill and scheduled return to Kathmandu on Sunday, May 18th (again, weather permitting). It's been an incredible, amazing, experience, this far, getting to Dinpoche. The terrain has been absolutely unfriendly , but the weather Gods have been so merciful , brilliant sunshine on all days, except for a brief spell of rain between Namche Bazar & Debuche on Day 3. 🙏 Trekking begins by 7.30 / 8 am every morning, sometimes earlier. We are trekking an average of 7 - 12 kms every day. The trekking surface is so uneven, that one cannot afford to take your eyes off the path, even for a second. To make matters worse, this same route is used by Yaks, Horses and Jopkes (a cross between the Cow & the Yak) to transport goods and materials up and down the mountains. Animal poop litters the trekking route. The locals call it 'Himalayan Cake'.😂 Except for the Choppers, these animals are the only affordable mode of transport. 

Guys, it's been really challenging physically and a test of your mental strength, as well. Having said that, the spectacular landscape and views are unforgettable. The mighty Himalayas is, indeed, unfolding more and more, with each passing day. I need all your prayers and support to complete this amazing challenge! Cheers, until the next update, Walk With Me....💓🙏