Gokyo Trek: Hahn & Team Explore Kathmandu
Tuesday, October 1, 2024 - 8:42 am PT
This was a busy and important day for our trekking team. We started out with a discussion of our planned itinerary and strategies for success. We then embarked upon a few hours of tourism. Nraj took us to the scenic and significant “monkey temple” and to the giant Bodinath Stupa. He explained how Buddhism and Hinduism exist side by side in Nepal and recited the long history of settlement and development of the Kathmandu valley. He took us to a painting school where we learned how the iconic and exquisitely detailed mandala tankas are produced. We were back to the hotel by mid afternoon and then got into full on preparation for trekking. Equipment checks were performed and the final packing commenced. The team ate an early dinner and then headed for the rooms early as well. We intend to get up before dawn and be out at the airport, ready to fly at first light. We’ll need good luck, weatherwise, to allow safe air travel through the biggest mountains on the planet. But this seems like a lucky team.
Best Regards
RMI Guide Dave Hahn
