Trek Nepal Himalayas 2012 Blog

The View from Namche Bazaar to Mt Everest

This the view from our trek in the Himalayas of Nepal looking up the Khumbu Valley toward Mt Everest. Our trail is just visible in the centre valley half way down the left side. 

 

Love The Himalayas

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The Mountians of Nepal

The Magic of the Himalayas is beyond comprehension. 

This destination is in the top 20 places to visit on most people's bucket list. Our tracks are five-star accommodation, include support staff so you never have to carry a pack and are designed for those who want a magnificent experience without extraordinary mountaineering or trekking skills. Groups are small, 3–5 people and therefore are highly versatile. Not only do we trek to the base of Mount Everest but we have an enormous local knowledge and take many excursions off the beaten trek to caves, hidden monasteries and special sacred places only known to locals. Our staff is five-star and highly qualified in guiding and providing safety for you and your colleagues.

New iBook download free

Hi guys,
Sorry for the lack of posts lately, I had spine surgery and been a bit self obsessed. Maybe I needed a break?

So, over on the Innerwealth.me blog I've loaded my two latest iBooks - free. I think you'll love them on iPad and, if you don't have iPad, there's PDF for you.

Enjoy - let nature be your guide

Chris

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World's Best Hikes, Trails -- National Geographic

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Slide Show Nepal

More Footage of Nepal

Perfect Footage

The perfect balance

Follow climbers to the summit of Everest

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Acclimatising

As you gain altitude, your red blood cells can't hold as much oxygen, which means once you start getting into the thousands of feet above sea level, you may get easily winded, have a headache, and feel nauseated. Go really high—like, say, 20,000 feet and up—and your head might feel like it's going to implode, you might puke, your lungs might fill with fluid, and you might die. Eight-time Everest summiter Dave Hahn and expedition doctor Deirdre Galbraith share some pointers on going up the right way. See http://www.outsideonline.com/fitness/26-Acclimatize-Like-a-Pro.html (1) TAKE YOUR TIME: Nothing is proven by initial displays of physical prowess; walk at a pace that allows conversation and comfortable breathing. Your sleeping altitude shouldn't increase by more than about 1,000 feet a day; plan on active rest (like light exercise around camp) every third day.(2) DRINK UP: It's crucial to take in plenty of fluid when the air is dry and your lungs are working overtime. Drink three liters a day; you should be peeing pale and frequently.(3) CHOW DOWN: Appetite tends to decrease at altitude, but you've got to eat regularly to maintain strength, endurance, and warmth. A high-carb diet of 4,000 to 6,000 calories a day works best.(4) PAY ATTENTION: If you develop symptoms of altitude sickness, take a rest day to allow your body to acclimatize. If you experience extreme symptoms, head to a lower elevation immediately.(5) PARTY NON: Booze up top is a bad idea. It will hurt acclimatization and increase your risk of dehydration.(6) JUST SAY MAYBE TO DRUGS: There isn't yet some magical cure for altitude sickness, but Diamox can be used responsibly and effectively. For instance, 125 mg at night before you sleep can help ease breathing and allow for more rest.
See Outside Magazine http://www.outsideonline.com/fitness/26-Acclimatize-Like-a-Pro.html

Model Your Lifestyle on a Permanent Holiday in Nepal

Where do people go for their holidays? Most go to the beach, the countryside or the forest... and why? Because they relax, enjoy the fresh air and "get away from it all" What's the it that they need to get away from? Work, worry, stress, traffic, pressure, and routines that are repetitive and monotonous, unproductive.

So, I suggest that you go to nature and bring home the lifestyle. I went to nature, observed people and how they thrive in nature and bought back the secrets of a country holiday and applied them to everyday life. These are a few of the skills I now share with busy people:

Perfect Balance

The joy of a Himalayan trip lies in the capacity to adapt. Adaptation is a Nepali skill, one that everyone can learn, apply and use.

Many people love Nepal but can easily miss the golden gifts that Nepal travel can add to scenery and adventure. The measure of time, the light footsteps and the sense of community are just a few.

Nepal has been impacted by tourism and most of that impact is great. Schools, health care and education. However, the true nature of Nepali culture has not changed if you measure it by the religious devotion of both Hindu and Buddhist Nepali people.

Enjoy your journey

Visit Nepal Day

I'm joining forces with Lincoln Hall for an amazing day in Sydney. Please come and join us.

http://www.visitnepal.org.au/pages/vips.aspx

DAVID DUCHEMIN - WORLD & HUMANITARIAN PHOTOGRAPHER

DAVID DUCHEMIN - WORLD & HUMANITARIAN PHOTOGRAPHER.

Amazing Guy - A Whole Lotta Love in Nepal

On my recent trip to Nepal, high in the mountains in Namche Bazaar we stayed at Camp De Base lodge, where, just a week or so before, an amazing man had spent time on his way up, and then down, from the summit of Mount Everest.

He's devoted to love - and his work seems to be contageous.

I suspect that a lot of his wonderful energy rubbed off on us as we shared the lodge he'd stayed in.

He had certainly affected the owners of the lodge in a very deep way.

It's well understood in the world of Innerwealth, that our energy sticks to walls, is contained in the work we do, the words we say, our thoughts and the things we give.

The amazing gift this guy brings the world are love and peace. Two things we, and the world could all do well with more of.

His amazing 27 hours of meditation on the Summit of Mt Everest is astonishing, without Oxygen.... go figure? But the best way to comprehend this feat is to read about it from the hands of a highly respected local sherpa man who has summitted many times, along with his team.

Here's the link... and wishing you, Love and Peace...

http://www.hplovism.com/experience-karma-sherpa-climbing-sherpa-0

Amazing Guy - A Whole Lotta Love in Nepal

On my recent trip to Nepal, high in the mountains in Namche Bazaar we stayed at Camp De Base lodge, where, just a week or so before, an amazing man had spent time on his way up, and then down, from the summit of Mount Everest.

He's devoted to love - and his work seems to be contageous.

I suspect that a lot of his wonderful energy rubbed off on us as we shared the lodge he'd stayed in.

He had certainly affected the owners of the lodge in a very deep way.

It's well understood in the world of Innerwealth, that our energy sticks to walls, is contained in the work we do, the words we say, our thoughts and the things we give.

The amazing gift this guy brings the world are love and peace. Two things we, and the world could all do well with more of.

His amazing 27 hours of meditation on the Summit of Mt Everest is astonishing, without Oxygen.... go figure? But the best way to comprehend this feat is to read about it from the hands of a highly respected local sherpa man who has summitted many times, along with his team.

Here's the link... and wishing you, Love and Peace...

http://www.hplovism.com/experience-karma-sherpa-climbing-sherpa-0

video of trip

http://youtu.be/CSAmZ0xDDTQ

Celebrating in Kathmandu

Nepal Trip Closure

Well the 2011 Summer trip to Nepal is complete. Everybody is home safe.
Congratulations to Todd and Michele for their amazing journey.
Sometimes on this trip I'd forget that this trekking in Nepal was such familiar territory to me and so new to Todd and Michele.
It's a rare environment for city folk, we try to make light of the bush toilets, the consistent and rather unvaried food, but for most people it's tough to change so quick.
I hope you take inspiration from this, from Todd and Michele's courage, their enthusiasm and their passion.
With Spirit
Chris