Day: 9 Khumbu

Day: 9    We take the high route after leaving Khumjung, climbing a stone stairway through a cliff band on the lower slopes of Khumbila.  This scenic trail is too steep for yaks so it has little traffic on it.  Lunch is served on the terrace of a tea house in Mon La from where we enjoy spectacular views of Thamserku, Kantega and Ama Dablam!  After lunch we make a long descent to cross the Dudh Kosi and climb back up to the village of Phortse (12,467') where we make our camp that evening.