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To Sherpani Col Base Camp (5700m) We have 2 days to position ourselves for the crossing of the Sherpani & West Cols. As we near the Sherpani Col base camp the trail is much less defined and with more boulder … Continue reading →

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To Swiss Base Camp (5150m/5-6hrs) The second half of trek to Swiss BC is tricky and involves boulder hopping as we follow the Barun Glacier directly beneath Makalu enormous west face. Swiss Base Camp is situated amongst the moraine in … Continue reading →

A Rest and Acclimatization Day Makalu Base Camp affords stunning views of its south face, with the south buttress of Makalu offering views of Baruntse (7220m), Everest and Lhotse. The Hillary and French base camps are far up the glacier, … Continue reading →

To Makalu Base Camp (4870m) Makalu Base Camp affords stunning views of its south face, with the south buttress of Makalu offering views of Baruntse (7220m), Everest and Lhotse. The Hillary and French base camps are far up the glacier, … Continue reading →

Yangla Kharka (3557m) Eventually we emerge into the valley bottom and continue along the easier main trail to Makalu base camp and Yangla Kharka. Great rock walls tower above as we make our way through the enormous U-shaped valley. Snowy … Continue reading →

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Kalo Pokhari (4100m/6hrs) We continue towards the Makalu Barun National Park. At times the trail will be steep and rocky with some scrambling sections and challenging climbs. We will skirt around the picturesque Molun Pokhari (lake) and head south and … Continue reading →

Adventure Pass Camp (3900m) We continue towards the Makalu Barun National Park. At times the trail will be steep and rocky with some scrambling sections and challenging climbs. We will skirt around the picturesque Molun Pokhari (lake) and head south … Continue reading →

Saldim Khola or Khola Kharka We continue towards the Makalu Barun National Park. At times the trail will be steep and rocky with some scrambling sections and challenging climbs. We will skirt around the picturesque Molun Pokhari (lake) and head … Continue reading →

Dhunge Kharka (2980m/7hrs) We continue towards the Makalu Barun National Park. At times the trail will be steep and rocky with some scrambling sections and challenging climbs. We will skirt around the picturesque Molun Pokhari (lake) and head south and … Continue reading →

To Molun Pokhari (3954m/5hrs) For five further days we continue towards the Makalu Barun National Park. At times the trail will be steep and rocky with some scrambling sections and challenging climbs. We will skirt around the picturesque Molun Pokhari … Continue reading →

To Bakim Kharka/ High Camp (3020m) A short but challenging day with some steep ridge climbs and a minor pass crossing (2710m).  Short is six to seven hours of walking. Quote for the Day Let’s take a walk. You can … Continue reading →

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Rest Day in Chyamtang (2187m) Quote for the Day The best way undoubtedly of seeing a country is on foot. It is the safest, and most suited to every variety of road; it will often enable you to take a … Continue reading →

To Chyamtang (2187m) We cross another minor pass and finally descend and cross the Arun Nadi to arrive in the friendly Lhomi village of Chyamtang where we will spend a welcome rest day. Quote for the Day It seems thus … Continue reading →

To Kharka Camp The trail to Chyamtang is at times hard to follow due to thick overgrowth. We descend to the Medokchheje Khola before the trail climbs and we follow the west fork. The trail is scrambly in places as … Continue reading →

Cross Lumbha Sambha La to Thudam (3556m) Today we gain magnificent views of the Lumbha Sambha as we climb to the crest of a saddle, the trail here is faint and often undefined due to snow. We traverse below a … Continue reading →

Sanku Link of the GHT from Olangchun Gola to Pass Camp (4453m) Commence Sanku link of the GHT from Olangchun Gola to Pass Camp (4453m). The Great Himalaya Trail crosses the rugged wilderness of the Lumbha Sambha to the Makalu … Continue reading →

Sanku link of the GHT from Olangchun Gola to Pass Camp (4453m) Commence Sanku link of the GHT from Olangchun Gola to Pass Camp (4453m). The Great Himalaya Trail crosses the rugged wilderness of the Lumbha Sambha to the Makalu … Continue reading →

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A Rest Day for us in Olangchun Gola Quote for the Day A lone peak of high point is a natural focal point in the landscape, something by which both travelers and local orient themselves. In the continuum of landscape, … Continue reading →

To Olangchun Gola (3191m) A relatively short day to Olangchun Gola. Olangchun Gola is one of the most important centres for trade between Nepal and Tibet in this region. Most commonly exports to Tibet include grain, sugar, cigarettes and cotton … Continue reading →

Cross Nango La (4776m) to Yangma Kola (3430m) An early start this morning will give us the best opportunity for clear views during our crossing of the Nango La. Once over the pass we descend to a bowl shaped valley. … Continue reading →

To Nango La Camp (4776m) From Ghunsa we descend the main trail alongside the Ghunsa Kola until we meet a junction in the trail, from here we ascend to a series of summer grazing pastures (Kharka) where we will camp … Continue reading →

Return trek to Ghunsa Today we retrace our path back down the valley to Ghunsa. Quote for the Day If I could not walk far and fast, I think I should just explode and perish. ― Charles Dickens Did You … Continue reading →

Return trek to Ghunsa Taking two days we retrace our steps back to Ghunsa. The return journey offers a different perspective of the mountain views and stunning surrounds.

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To Lhonak (4780m) Today will be another challenging day and an early start is needed. We climb lateral moraine for an hour before reaching a landslide section with large boulders which we must pass through at a steady pace. The … Continue reading →

To Kangpachen (4050m) The stage to Kangpachen is arguably one of the most spectacular day on trek. We pass through meadows full with wildflowers in the spring time, and we will pass through forests of rhododendron and pine with a … Continue reading →

In Ghunsa (3595m) Day 11 is our first rest day of the Great Big Walk. Quote for the Day Many people nowadays live in a series of interiors…disconnected from each other. On foot everything stays connected, for while walking one … Continue reading →

To Ghunsa (3595m) The stage to Ghunsa marks a change in the scenery with rhododendron, camellias and azaleas along the trail. We pass by the village of Phale, a Tibetan refugee settlement where it is possible to purchase handicrafts and … Continue reading →

To Gyabla (2730m) The valley begins to widen on the stage to Gyabla, and rather than climbing up and down it is a more gradual and steady ascent until we reach the outskirts of the pretty village of Gyabla.  The … Continue reading →

To Amjilosa (2308m). The stage from Sukathum to Amjilosa is a challenging day. After crossing the suspension bridge outside Sukathum we enter dense forest once again until the valley narrows into steep gorge country.The sound of the river is deafening … Continue reading →

To Chiruwa (1270m) The trail ascends and descends steadily for approximately 4 hours as we make our way towards the Tamor Khola and the valley floor at Nagadin. This area is significant to the history of Nepal and is where … Continue reading →

Walk To Mitlung (1542m) Today we will begin our Great Big Walk!  We will walk approximately four hours to Mitlung.  The trails throughout the lower sections of the Kanchenjunga region pass through fertile valleys that typically produce up to three … Continue reading →

Drive to Taplejung (1820m). Today we plan to drive to Taplejung. Flights can sometimes be delayed due to mountain weather and so flexibility and patience may be required. The Kanchenjunga region is home to Sherpa, Limbu, Rai and Gurung people.  … Continue reading →