Daily Dispatches Satellite phone updates from the Alpine Ascents International commercial trek through the Khumbu Valley. Audio requires the free RealPlayer or NetShow Player |
Street in Namche [click to zoom] (photo: Potterfield) |
The Long Journey Home
Saturday, April 18 Kathmandu
The long hike, late-night party, 5am flight, and seven hour bus ride from Namche to Kathmandu.
Theater in the Khumbu
Thursday, April 16 Namche
Preparing for the trek to Lukla after a night of theater in Namche.
Nicer Than The Place of Dead Birds
Tuesday, April 14 Namche
Shopping in what now seems like the booming metropolis of namche Bazaar.
Mani Stones
Monday, April 13 Thyangboche
Mani stones on the walk down to the monastery and trying to catch the Rinpoche before his world tour.
Oxygen and Coke in Pherich
Sunday, April 12 Pheriche
Groovin' on the thick air and cold drinks at lower altitude.
The Visit to Base Camp
Saturday, April 11 Gorak Shep
All enjoyed the scene in Everest base camp.
Cold at 17,000'
Saturday, April 11 Gorak Shep
Good day in base camp, but now it's 20° in Gorak Shep.
Top of Kala Pattar
Friday, April 10 Gorak Shep
The whole group takes in some epic Himalayan views from the summit of Kala Pattar (18,448'.)
Italian Research Center
Thursday, April 9 Lobuche
It's snowing and beautiful and everyone's healthy at 16,000'
Potatoes in Dingboche
Wednesday, April 8 Dingboche
Sherpa food at 14,000'
Flirting with Sherpani
Tuesday, April 7 Thyangboche
Big views and a little fun at the monastery.
Exploring Local Culture
Sunday, April 5 Khunde
Hiking to Khunde, meeting Lakpa's in-laws, and soaking up a little Buddhism.
Snow in Thame
Saturday, April 4 Thame
Group hikes up to Thame and are on their way to the monastery.
Getting Punchy in Namche
Friday, April 3 Namche
Burleson calls to brag about the Himalayan views and flaunt his slight hypoxia.
Sights & Sounds of Kathmandu
Tuesday, March 31 Kathmandu
Wandering the streets and temples of Nepal (video)
Hangin' at the Yak & Yeti
Monday, March 30 Kathmandu
Burleson awaits trekking team at the hippest hotel in town.