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As we set out from Gorak Shep, the trail begins with a steep descent through rocky terrain. As hikers make their way down, they will have the opportunity to take in the awe-inspiring views of Mount Everest and the surrounding peaks. Along the way, we passed by several small lakes, which offer a great spot to rest and take in the scenery. The air is crisp and clear, and the sun beats down on your face, warming you as you make your way down.

Trekking to Everest Base Camp is a journey of a lifetime, and the final stretch from Gorak Shep to Everest Base Camp is a culmination of weeks of hard work and determination. The emotions that come with finally reaching the final destination are indescribable, a mix of elation, exhaustion, and accomplishment.

Kala Patthar acclimatization starts from the village of Gorak Shep, which is the last stop before reaching the base camp of Mount Everest. From Gorak Shep, the trail to Kala Patthar begins with a steep climb through rocky terrain and boulder fields. The ascent is steep and can be challenging, especially at high altitude, but the trail is well-marked and easy to follow.

The scenery on the journey from Lobuche to Gorak Shep is truly breathtaking. As you trek through the Khumbu valley, you will be surrounded by the majestic peaks of the Himalayas. The trail winds through beautiful alpine forests, which are home to a variety of wildlife, including Himalayan thar, musk deer, and yaks. As you gain altitude, the vegetation becomes sparser, giving way to rocky terrain and glacial rivers.

The Thukla Pass and Scott Fischer’s Memorial is a significant site on the trek, paying tribute to mountaineers Scott Fischer and Anatoli Boukreev, who lost their lives during the 1996 Mount Everest disaster. The memorial includes a prayer flag and a plaque with their names, serving as a poignant reminder of the dangers of scaling the world’s highest peak.

Dingboche to Memorial Ground at Thokla Pass – My very first authentic snow-in-the-background trekking experience. We started the journey by waking up to a white spectacle. It snowed throughout the night and covered all of Dingboche. The journey to Lobuche took around 4 hours, covering a distance of 7.9km with a gain of elevation of 500m.