Most Inspirational Moment
The most inspirational moment was being part of the team installing solar cookers along the trek. To see the difference our fundraising could make to the lives of everyone living in the mountains was an honour.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Ngima was everything you would want in a group leader. His love for his country and for life in general was infectious. When things got tough (and they almost certainly will) Ngima was there with words of encouragement and the ability to turn tears into a smile. He took his job seriously and I felt that our safety was his number one priority, but this did not stop him from having fun. We all felt that our trek would not have been so enjoyable without him as our leader.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Take the warnings seriously. This is a hard trek, not just fitness wise but also because of the altitude. Go away with the knowledge that it will be tough but a good sense of humour and determination will help get you through. It is worth it.
Suggestions
Sort out everything you think you will need to take then take some out! Be prepared for everything but you probably don't need 3 hats, 5 pairs of socks and 3 complete outfits for the trek! Essentials: head torch, good gloves with a thinner pair underneath, wet wipes - lots of, zip lock bags to pack things in your trek bag - keep your clean things clean and your smelly things contained! If you're not sure then just do it, you won't regret it!