Mt. Everest: Dave Hahn & Team arrive in Namache Bazaar
Posted by: Dave Hahn, Billy Nugent, JJ Justman
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Everest
Elevation: 11,300'
Yesterday's clouds drifted away in the night. We woke to crystal clear skies over Phakding and unimpeded views of giant snow-covered mountains. After a fine breakfast, the gang was on the trail just after 8:30 AM. Although I'd warned over and over that the trail would be busy with trekkers, porters and pack animals, we had it pretty much to ourselves. The trail wound up and down along the constant whitewater of the Dudh Khosi. We strolled through pine forests and picturesque farmland at the bottom of a deep gorge. We entered Sagarmatha National Park and stopped for lunch in the small village of Jorsalle, sitting outside in the sunshine. Then it was all business, up through the big trees and the big hills leading to Namche Bazaar. A new suspension bridge had been built at the foot of the big hill, taking us hundreds of feet in the air across the gorge. The team went at the final hill with gusto, taking a break partway up to enjoy the first distant glimpses of Mount Everest.
We rolled into Namche and our home for the next three nights at about 2:30 PM, leaving plenty of time for naps, shopping and internet.
Best Regards,
RMI Guide Dave Hahn & Team
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Comments (8)
Lee, Travis, and Norm . . . we are fascinated by the posts, information, and photos. Enjoy the experience!
Posted by: Kevin on
Nicole, This looks to be an amazing journey so far, and it is only the beginning. I am so happy for you that you are fulfilling your dream. Be safe every day and enjoy every minute. I miss you very much.
Love your #1 fan, forever. Mike.
Posted by: Mike Maruka on
Nicole Lobo - try not to buy 100 scarves. Namache looks amazing. Stay safe and have a blast. Love, Nicole Ho
Posted by: Nicole Howard on
namche bazaar rocks. enjoy…
Posted by: eric pipkin on
Hao: First glimpse of Everest! How did that feel?! I remember how excited I was when I first saw Denali. Kids are all great and we are cheering you on! -FX
Posted by: FX on
I love reading these posts. I’m climbing vicariously through your team!
Posted by: Scott Slonim on
James:
Dr. B is back and all is well in the billing world at PCET. Going to town!!
Posted by: DARLA SORAH on
“In all thy ways acknowledge Him and He shall direct thy paths” my way of acknowledging Love is with you every step of the way! Soooooo proud of you Kara! With you in thought the entire way! All of you!!
Love,
Your cuz…. Kristen
Posted by: Kristen Klebenow on