Day: 13 Khumbu

Day: 13    Getting an early start from camp, we hike towards our first pass Kungma La.  Near the top we skirt the shore of a beautiful alpine lake with Makalu reflected in it's waters.  At this point, those wishing to climb Pokalde (19,049') will come with me while the rest of the group proceeds over the pass and down to camp.  This first climb is primarily a rock scramble to a small summit that is located right in the center of Everest National Park.  Fantastic views!  We shouldn't see many people on this leg of the trek.