Photo 11 - A moment of contemplation in Khumjung
Photo 11 - A moment of contemplation in Khumjung
To help the body acclimatize properly to the altitude, a hike above Namche Bazaar is highly recommended.
Climbing up to the village of Khumjung is an ideal step : the effort stimulates the production of red blood cells, an essential factor in acclimatization and a valuable ally in preventing acute mountain sickness.
From these heights, contemplating the surrounding 7,000-meter peaks — Thamserku, and in the distance Kangtega emerging through the clouds — invites us to calm, to disconnect from our Western lives, and to be fully present, anchored in each of our five senses.