×

Log In

Need an RMI account? Create an account

Register With Us

Already have an account?

*required fields

The password must meet the following criteria:

  • At least 8 characters
  • At least 1 lowercase letter
  • At least 1 uppercase letter
  • At least 1 number
  • At least 1 symbol (allowed symbols: !?@#$%^&/*()[]{}><,.+-=;)

Keep up to date with information about our latest climbs by joining our mailing list. Sign up and we'll keep you informed about new adventures, special offers, competitions, and news.
Privacy Policy

×
×

Check Availability

RMI Logo

Everest Base Camp Trek: A Visit with Lama Geshe

The weather is settling into a predictable routine here in the Khumbu Valley, the morning breaks clear and calm and by late afternoon the clouds sweep up from lower in the valley and settle in around us. This morning was no different as were found a beautiful and clear day awaiting us when we awoke. We packed up our bags and headed up the trail, leaving the forest of Deboche behind us. The first stretch of walking was cold as we traversed the shaded side of the valley, but after crossing a short bridge above the raging river below, we found the morning sun and quickly warmed back up. The trail climbs from Deboche, gradually ascending along the hillside past row after row of mani stones - the rocks carved with Buddhist prayers - and through occasional archways, decorated with paintings of ancient stories. We entered the village of Pangboche where we stopped to visit Lama Geshe, a renowned Buddhist Lama of the region. Formerly living at the Tengboche Monastery, he now lives in a small unassuming building in the small village and is frequented by climbers, trekkers, and travelers alike seeking his blessing before their journey. We sat down in the small living room of his home with him and he offered us a blessing for the rest of our journey, chanting the prayers, tossing rice in the air, and draping a kata scarf (prayer scarf) around our necks along with a small piece of red rope into which he has sent his prayers. It was a very lighthearted ceremony, Lama Geshe breaking his rhythm every so often to laugh in a deep voice, or chuckling as he tried to pronounce our names. I always feel calmed by time spent at Lama Geshe's and we emerged from his home ready to continue onwards. We continued up the valley, gradually gaining elevation as we ascended above the river. After several hours we began the steep but notable climb over a small saddle well over 14,000'. The winds picked up by this point and were whipping past us as we crested the gap and descended the other side into Pheriche. Just as we reached our tea-house here the clouds crept over the pass as well and soon settled in around us. Our tea-house is one of the nicest to be found in the Khumbu and the owner Ang Nuru worked hard on improvements over the winter. Needless to say, the group was thrilled to find hot showers, warm rooms, and a beautifully decorated and comfortable dining room. We will spend the day here in Pheriche tomorrow, helping our bodies acclimatize to the new elevation before we move higher. The group continues to do well and sends their best to everyone back home. RMI Guide Linden Mallory

On The Map


Comments (14)

Corell - the mountain goat in you never, ever ceases to amaze all Nalles and Hasses. Thank you for keeping us in the loop about this extraordinary expedition. While you commune with the gods in the Himalayas, we are chatting them up as well in Sedona, AZ. We are searching out vortexes and UFOs and will report back on our findings,

Lots of love, E & Co

Posted by: Ellen Hass& Co on

Now that VCU is out of the tournament all of Richmond is rooting for you.  I get asked about all of you constantly, so it’s fun to report how well everything is going.

Please report back on what you think “gunga galunga” means.  Keep it up!

Posted by: Carter Sr. on

I love the pictures of the rocks on the trails and barren mountainsides in the distance. I know there is snow right around the cornet. Great progress- everyone is asking about you all- stay well and lots of love Elsie

Posted by: Elsie Bemiss on

Hey Mommy! We love reading about your adventures and the pictures are great, too.  Everyone at school thinks I have a really cool mom, and I do!  Good luck on the glacier.  Take lots of pictures, okay.  I really wnat to see a Yak! I love you.  Hugs and kisses to Aunt Jane, Aunt Lucy and the rest of your incredible team.  XOXO Sally

Posted by: Sally on

Looks like you’re having an amazing time Mom!  The views look awesome! We miss you!  Good luck! Love, Carter and Walker

Posted by: Carter Rise (Jr.) on

Hey Jane - that’s even better than that Irish blessing we’ve been saying for so long!  Y’all are just flat impressive, but keep being nice to those guides - you’re good but we need their blog!!!  and pictures!  continued good weather!

Posted by: Holly on

What an AMAZING picture, Mom/Jane. You all are rock stars - keep it up!!! Xoxo

Posted by: Courtney on

Gunga a lunga

Posted by: Daniel on

Great pixs and really appreciate the updates.  Glad everyone dooming SOOO…well. 
Go girls , go!

Posted by: John on

Can’t wait to see every picture & hear abour every day.

Posted by: Susan Reynolds on

Wow! What a treat to have a comfortable tea house at that altitude. Do they get ESPN up there - although I fear all your teams have lost by now. Dana Marie - are you sure it was not Corell snoring (just kidding, if she snored it would sound beautiful also). Great job Team Everest! Keep to the left.

Posted by: Thurston on

Very cool picture with the Lama!  Good luck

Posted by: JC on

Pretty cool to get blessed by the Lama!  You guys have made a lot of progress on the map provided on the blog site.  Keep up the good work and can’t wait to see pics from base camp!
JP

Posted by: JP Reynolds on

How wonderful to receive Lama Geshe’s blessings.  I can hear the sound of the river now…thanks, Linden.  You Go Girls & Linden & Jeff!  Lee

Posted by: Lee T. on

Leave a comment for the team

* required fields

More to Explore

Everest Base Camp Trek: Enjoying a Rest Day

March 20, 2012

Everest Base Camp Trek: Tucker and Team Site Seeing in Kathmandu

March 21, 2012

Filter By:

Sign up for Expedition Dispatches

check the Summit Registry try our Adventure Finder
Back to Top

Sign up for our Newsletter

Image of Mt Rainier
    *required fields
    • Keep up to date with information about our latest climbs by joining our mailing list. Sign up and we'll keep you informed about new adventures, special offers, competitions, and news.
      privacy policy

Thank you for subscribing to the RMI Expeditions Newsletter!

While you're at it, you can sign up some of our other mailings as well:

Please choose the programs you'd like updates on: