November 7, 2024
After a day of training on the lower slopes yesterday, our Ecuador team made it to the summit of Cayambe (18,996′) today!
Next they’ll make their way down to Papallacta and relax at the famed hot springs and hotel.
Congratulations, team!
November 6, 2024
Busy days in Ecuador! The week started with an acclimatization hike on Monday to the summit of Imbabura (15,109′), superb weather all the way. A delicious dinner and a restful evening prepared them for the next few days as they start making their way to climb Cayambe!
Everyone is doing well!
November 4, 2024
On Sunday the IMG Ecuador team enjoyed a hike to the top of Fuya Fuya (13, 986′) in perfect weather. A stop in Otavalo to visit a local artisan workshop, then continued to San Clemente to rest for the night before heading to Imbabura.
November 3, 2024
The IMG Ama Dablam team had a busy weekend! The team made a summit attempt on Sunday, but they turned around and returned to base camp for a few days’ rest.
Ama Dablam above the Khumbu Valley (Phunuru Sherpa)
The EBC Gokyo trekkers flew in to Kathmandu from Lukla, wrapping up the trek in good time and good spirits! After some well deserved rest, they’ll head home with great memories and fun stories to share.
Everyone is doing fine!
November 3, 2024
Romulo Cardenas checked in to report that all is well in Ecuador! Friday afternoon the team explored historic downtown Quito, visiting historic churches and museums and heritage sites.
Saturday was spent at the famous Otavalo market, where the Día de Muertos celebration was in full swing, followed by a scenic acclimatization hike along Lake Cuicocha, ending the evening at the historic Hacienda Pinsaqui.
November 1, 2024
IMG Ecuador guide Romulo Cardenas checked in to report that our Ecuador team has arrived safe and sound in Quito! This morning they enjoyed a hearty breakfast followed by a thorough gear check. This afternoon they’ll hike above Quito through the Teleferico (Gondala), then explore famous churches and other sites in Old Town Quito.
View of the church of Guápulo from the hotel in Quito (Romulo Cardenas)
All is well in Ecuador!
November 1, 2024
Our Ama Dablam team is doiong great, they reached Camp 1 in excellent time today, just a little over 4 hours. After some rest and refueling, our Sherpa team made a carry to Camp 2.
Camp locations on Ama Dablam
Meanwhile, our EBC Gokyo Extension trekkers arrived in Namche today where they’ll rest for the night and trek to Phakding tomorrow.
Everything is looking good!
October 31, 2024
Our Ama Dabalm team reports that the team is doing great at Ama Dablam base camp! They’re enjoying some well deserved rest and spending time at base camp honing their rope skills in preparation for their ascent, including rope ascension, rapelling and other climbing techniques.
The Sherpa team carried to Camp 1 yesterday, and the team plans to head to Camp 1 tomorrow.
So far so good!
October 30, 2024
The EBC trekkers arrived safe and sound in Kathmandu and were all smiles as they were greeted back at the hotel! All that’s left is to rest, re-pack and start making their way home in the next day or two. They’ll have great stories to share with friends and family when they return home!
IMG Trekkers (Photo by Ngawang Tenjing Sherpa)
Our Gokyo Extension trekkers are still on the move, we’ll hear from them soon!
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 this morning, safe and sound. They’ll have time to rest, then spend some time training for the days ahead.
We’ll keep you posted!
