Day 10: Marpha - Tatopani by bus/ hiking and bus. Today we woke up early and left Marpha on a rickety old bus. It bumped and clanked down the road until we were stopped by surprise construction. Nara said we should get out and walk and we would make it to see the gorge… Continue reading Annapurna Diaries Part 3
Day 5 Manang - Khangsar Today I jumped out of bed bright and early to take some photos with the alpine homes while no one was around. We had breakfast and talked to a trekking couple who were traveling as a pre-honeymoon. They didn’t pack sleeping bags and only used the tea house blankets... brave… Continue reading Annapurna Diaries Part 2
I didn't go into this trek thinking it would be the hardest thing I would ever do, I was completely ignorant of the difficulty level of this trek. Thinking it would be similar to Everest, I dived in headfirst with my minimalist backpack and high hopes. Little did I know what trials lay ahead of… Continue reading The Annapurna Diaries Part 1
For my EBC trek, I planned to carry my own bag (what an idiot) so I packed as minimally as I possibly could. When I finished the trek I realized JUST how much stuff I actually didn't use and some items I desperately needed. For the Annapurna circuit trek, I vowed not to overpack! Even… Continue reading What I Packed For The Annapurna Circuit Trek
Every trekker who goes to Nepal has heard of Pokhara, whether you’re planning on doing the Annapurna circuit, Poon Hill trek or you’re relaxing after EBC, you have to go to Pokhara. This town is located in the west of Nepal, about an 8-hour bus ride from Kathmandu. Don’t worry if busses aren’t your thing,… Continue reading Pokhara- A Perfect Paradise
Every good trekker who goes to Nepal has heard of Pokhara, whether you’re planning on doing the Annapurna circuit, Poon Hill trek or you’re relaxing after EBC, you have to go to Pokhara. This town is located in the west of Nepal, about an 8-hour bus ride from Kathmandu. Don't worry if busses aren't your… Continue reading Pokhara – A Perfect Paradise
October 3rd, 2018 After a long day of trekking, we dropped our bags in Gorakshep and hit the trail again to make it to EBC before the sunset. The trail was long and chilly, the greenery and views had long fallen away back in Tengboche. All that was left was snow-capped mountains and grey rocks.… Continue reading The Commercialization of Everest Base Camp
September 25, 2018 As we trudged into Phakding after our first day of hiking in the Himalayas all I wanted to do was flop on my bed and sleep (a recurring theme of the trek). The afternoon clouds had already swooped in and taken the beautiful views. It was only around 3pm. My bunkmate and… Continue reading Cookies That Will Break Your Heart
September 28th, 2018 I woke up freezing cold, the sun was just peeking over Namche and shining its beautiful light on the other side of the mountain. The guys called us into their room to catch a photo out of their “superior” window. I surprisingly couldn't care less. Yesterday's entrance to Namche bazaar left… Continue reading Castle In The Sky part 2
Sept 27th, 2018 Our first day in Namche was a test of pure will power. We were meant to trek to the Everest View Hotel at 3962 meters. Now to any average trekker, this would be a piece of cake (steep cake) Considering what happened the day before I didn't have much hope I would… Continue reading Castle In The Sky part 1
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