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Archive for November, 2013

Sellers Family EBC, Island Peak, Mustang and Tibet Expedition Recap

Saturday, November 30th, 2013

After a full month of the ultimate Nepal adventure, with a stop in Tibet, the Sellers family expedition has come to an end. The Sellers began their expedition with a visit to the Khumbu, where they experienced the slow-paced, easy-going culture of the Sherpa’s as they trekked to Everest Base camp. After their visit to EBC, Scot and his Sherpa team successful made it to the top of Island Peak. Next, after three exciting weeks in the Khumbu the Sellers family travelled to the ancient and unscathed region of Mustang where they explored the famous “Sky Caves of Nepal” and the walled city of Lo Manthang. Finally they stopped in for a visit to Tibet where they toured the iconic city of Lhasa. Enjoy some of the amazing photo highlights from these outstanding adventures!

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We began our exciting adventure in the city of Kathmandu. We were so excited to meet the locals. We received our “Tika” blessings and hung out with the Hindu Holy men.

We began our exciting adventure in the city of Kathmandu. We were so excited to meet the locals. We received our “Tika” blessings and hung out with the Hindu Holy men.

We stopped at Boudha.

We stopped at Boudha.

As we began our trek to Everest Base Camp we passed the Mani Walls with “Om Mani Padme Hum” inscribed on each (“Hail to the jewel in the lotus”).

As we began our trek to Everest Base Camp we passed the Mani Walls with “Om Mani Padme Hum” inscribed on each (“Hail to the jewel in the lotus”).

Our first views of the famous Himalayan peaks were spectacular along the trek to Namche.

Our first views of the famous Himalayan peaks were spectacular along the trek to Namche.

Here Everest is exceptionally clear from Namche Hill.

Here Everest is exceptionally clear from Namche Hill.

All along the trail we meet friendly Yaks.

All along the trail we meet friendly Yaks.

Our visit to the Tangboche Monastery

Our visit to the Tangboche Monastery

Just for fun Alyssa hitched a ride on Ang Temba’s horse!

Just for fun Alyssa hitched a ride on Ang Temba’s horse!

We were very excited to meet Temba’s wife Yangzing at their lodge in Panboche.

We were very excited to meet Temba’s wife Yangzing at their lodge in Panboche.

We had amazing views of one of the most iconic mountains Ama Dablam from Pangboche.

We had amazing views of one of the most iconic mountains Ama Dablam from Pangboche.

Having some family fun on the way to Periche

Having some family fun on the way to Periche

We passed many trains of Yaks carrying heavy loads towards Everest Base Camp.

We passed many trains of Yaks carrying heavy loads towards Everest Base Camp.

We made it! Here we are on the summit of Kala Patar 18,550ft.

We made it! Here we are on the summit of Kala Patar 18,550ft.

Having some fun on the glacier on our way to Everest Base Camp!

Having some fun on the glacier on our way to Everest Base Camp!

We were excited to see Everest Base Camp. The entire walk from Gorak shep to EBC was along the rubble and ice of the Khumbu Glacier.

We were excited to see Everest Base Camp. The entire walk from Gorak shep to EBC was along the rubble and ice of the Khumbu Glacier.

After a visit to EBC Scot and his Sherpa team climbed Island Peak!

After a visit to EBC Scot and his Sherpa team climbed Island Peak!

Scot and Sandu stand proud on top of Island Peak 20,305ft.

Scot and Sandu stand proud on top of Island Peak 20,305ft.

After a well-deserved rest day Scot and Temba made a visit to Ama Dablam Base Camp, where a few climbers were getting ready to attempt the summit.

After a well-deserved rest day Scot and Temba made a visit to Ama Dablam Base Camp, where a few climbers were getting ready to attempt the summit.

Time to begin our next adventure; exploring the region of Mustang! We travelled a part of the way by jeep.

Time to begin our next adventure; exploring the region of Mustang! We travelled a part of the way by jeep.

And trekked for parts through unique landscapes.

And trekked for parts through unique landscapes.

And even travelled by horseback to the “Famous Sky Caves of Nepal”.

And even travelled by horseback to the “Famous Sky Caves of Nepal”.

The walled city Lo Manthang is such a unique and fascinating place

The walled city Lo Manthang is such a unique and fascinating place

The people of Lo Manthang are very friendly and were always hard at work.

The people of Lo Manthang are very friendly and were always hard at work.

The ancient monastery of Lo Manthang is a captivating sight.

The ancient monastery of Lo Manthang is a captivating sight.

Our visit to the famous “Sky Caves of Nepal” is one we will never forget.

Our visit to the famous “Sky Caves of Nepal” is one we will never forget.

So many caves adorn the mountains in the Chosar Valley and we were lucky to be able to go inside a few of them.

So many caves adorn the mountains in the Chosar Valley and we were lucky to be able to go inside a few of them.

It is amazing to think that people lived in these caves hundreds of years ago.

It is amazing to think that people lived in these caves hundreds of years ago.

They day we left Lo Manthang was Keely’s birthday. She got to ride over the Mustang region in a helicopter!

They day we left Lo Manthang was Keely’s birthday. She got to ride over the Mustang region in a helicopter!

The views from the helicopter are ones we will never forget.

The views from the helicopter are ones we will never forget.

The final stop of our Berg Adventures expedition was Tibet, where we toured the city of Lhasa and visited some of the most famous sites such as the Potala Palace.

The final stop of our Berg Adventures expedition was Tibet, where we toured the city of Lhasa and visited some of the most famous sites such as the Potala Palace.

And the Sera Monastery

And the Sera Monastery

And so our month long adventure has come to an end. We have so many stories and memories to last us a lifetime!

And so our month long adventure has come to an end. We have so many stories and memories to last us a lifetime!

A Perfect Gift for Adventure Lovers

Wednesday, November 13th, 2013

Berg Adventures now offers gift certificates – just in time for the holidays! Our gift cards are available in whatever amount you specify, they are transferable and they do not expire. If you wish for your certificate to apply to a specific trip, we can prepare a gift package with all the information the recipients will need to get ready for their trip. We can send certificates and packages to you or directly to your friends and family.

Contact us for details!

Five Things to Expect when You Travel to High Altitude

Monday, November 11th, 2013
Traveling to altitude is an exciting challenge!

Traveling to altitude is an exciting challenge!

Many of Berg Adventures trips feature high altitude climbs and treks. People who are taking their first trip up high often have a lot of questions about what they should expect. Knowing what you will likely experience will help you prepare and alleviate some anxiety you may have about it. Just remember, people travel to, and even live at, high altitudes every day. You will experience some challenges and even discomfort at high altitudes, but your symptoms will subside as you acclimatize and certainly when you head to lower altitudes.

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Climb Carstesz Pyramid with Berg Adventures!

Tuesday, November 5th, 2013

In March 2014, Berg Adventures will embark on a unique journey to Indonesian New Guinea to climb the highest peak in Oceania – Carstensz Pyramid. This is not like any of the other Seven Summit climbs. We will trek for days through virtually trackless forests, finally reaching the equatorial alpine terrain of Base Camp. It is also the only of the Seven Summits climbs to include a classic rock climbing ascent.

Join us on a climb that is truly a wild adventure!

Contact our office today to find out how you can become a part of the 2014 Carstensz Pyramid Team!

Climbing to the summit of Carstensz Pyramid

Climbing to the summit of Carstensz Pyramid

Bali is a beautiful place to begin and end our journey!

Bali is a beautiful place to begin and end our journey!

While trekking in the jungle we will pass remote villages.

While trekking in the jungle we will pass remote villages.

Breathtaking views from the summit ridge

Breathtaking views from the summit ridge

A joyful Dani man of West Papua

A joyful Dani man of West Papua