October 29, 2024 The Mera and Ama Dablam teams parted ways, and the Mera team flew to Manthali today and drove to Kathmandu, where they arrived at the hotel in good spirits. They plan to do some sightseeing tours before departing for home. The Ama Dablam team flew in to Ama Dablam base camp early […]
October 29, 2024 The EBC trek team reached Lukla, often called the “Gateway to Everest” this afternoon (Tuesday October 29th). They have decided to take a helicopter back to Kathmandu tomorrow where they’ll rest, pack and depart for home in the coming days. The Gokyo Extension trekkers tagged Gokyo Ri (17,570 ft) in excellent weather […]
October 28th, 2024 The Mera Peak team had a successful and scenic summit day! Reaching the top on October 26th and having the opportunity to soak in views of the Himalayas, including Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, and other iconic peaks, is an incredible experience. Now that they’re back in Khare, the journey is winding down as […]
Oct 25th, 2024 EBC Trekking Team is all smiles after reaching Everest Base Camp! En route from Gorak Shep, the team traveled through breathtaking landscapes, remote mountain villages, and rugged trails. Base camp is located at an elevation of around 5,364 meters (17,598 feet), and offers incredible views of the Khumbu Icefall and the surrounding […]
October 21, 2024 On Sunday October 20th, the Ama Dablam & Mera Peak teams were acclimatizing and doing well in Thangnak. Their trek passed through glaciers, snow, gorges, and high-altitude landscapes, reaching an altitude of over 5,000 meters (16,404 feet). On Monday, the team is moving on to Khare. The trek to Khare is known […]
October 19, 2024 The Ama/Mera staff checked in to report that the teams are doing well and have moved to Thangnak today. Tomorrow’s plan is to take in another acclimatization hike followed by a trek to Khare on Monday. The EBC trekkers are doing well and are moving to Pangboche today, tomorrow they’ll move on […]
October 16, 2024 Our Ama Dablam & Mera Peak teams had an acclimatization hike towards Chhutenga yesterday and flew by helicopter to Khote early this morning. They’ll enjoy a good night’s sleep tonight and continue with more acclimatization hikes for the next few days. Meanwhile, the EBC trekkers hiked to Namche yesterday and enjoyed a […]
October 14, 2024 All is well! Our Autumn Nepal trek and climb teams took to the skies this morning and flew by helicopter to Surke (just below Lukla) avoiding unfavorable weather at Lukla. Our Sherpa staff met the teams at Surke; the EBC Trek team continued their trek on to Ghat (near Phakding) via Chaurikharka […]
October 1st, 2024 The Kili team has all made it back stateside after a fun and relaxing safari in the Serengeti and the Ngorongoro Crater! Along the way they encountered the “Big 5” animals: lions, elephants, leopards, buffalo, and even the elusive black rhino. They also observed giraffes, crocodiles, hippos, zebras, gazelle, several monkey species, […]
September 26th, 2024 Max reports the team had a great start to their safari yesterday, with a flight to Seronera out in the middle of the Serengeti Park. Landing at Seronera sometimes requires the pilot to buzz the runway at low altitude first, to chase off the animals which are everywhere! Once on the ground […]
