Monday, April 14, 2008

Mong La to Machermo

-Woke up w/sun rising over Ama Dablam. 1st view of Taboche Peak (6367m). Had traditional Sherpa porridge (Tsompa) for breakfast.
-Hiked down to Phortse Tenga (2680m), along the Dudh Koshi (River). Stopped at a waterfall near Tenga (3950m). Hiked up to Dole (4200m), stopped while Lakpa had Rakshe. Continued hike up, and took amazing pee along ridge. Had 1st view of Cho Oyu (8201m). Stopped in Luza (4360m) for lunch (chowmen). It started to snow lightly as we headed into Yeti Lodge.
-Talked to Seattle couple about Peace Corps. Had some Tibetan bread and veg + potato for dinner. Talked to Derek from Maine about traveling.
-Brushed teeth under stars + moonlight. Great view of the surrounding mountains. Read more of "Into The Wild" and went to sleep.

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