I am in the process of selecting a trekking peak destination in Nepal for October, 2002. Your information is very interesting. I am also considering Island Peak - any thoughts?
Thanks for your comments on my web page. My thoughts on Island vs. Mera, for what they are worth:
Mera is technically easier than Island, in fact almost too easy. But its location in a remote wilderness setting was what appealed to me.
Island sees a lot more people since the teahouse trek route goes up to its base.
The best plan, if you have time, would be to do the circuit trek mentioned, then attempt Island after you cross the Amphu Labsa. You walk right under it, you'll be well acclimatized. If the weather is good it would only mean two extra days.
Maybe we'll cross paths in October. I'm planning a return to the area, crossing the high passes from Makalu base camp.
Happily a 4-star vote for a 4-star page !!!! Awesome pictures, great links and references, good books, outstanding organization. THANK YOU FOR TAKING THE TIME AND EFFORT TO PUT TOGETHER ALL OF THIS INFORMATION IN SUCH AN ORGANIZED WAY!!!!!
Great page on a gorgeous mountain. I really enjoyed reading it! Researched and well presented in pics and text. The photos are just superb and dramatic. Very well done.
maulwurf - Feb 20, 2002 5:55 am - Voted 10/10
Untitled Commentvery good and detailed information!
norbertc - Mar 14, 2002 9:17 am - Voted 10/10
Untitled CommentI am in the process of selecting a trekking peak destination in Nepal for October, 2002. Your information is very interesting. I am also considering Island Peak - any thoughts?
Norbert Collins
Nelson - Mar 15, 2002 5:32 am - Hasn't voted
Untitled CommentThanks for your comments on my web page. My thoughts on Island vs. Mera, for what they are worth:
Mera is technically easier than Island, in fact almost too easy. But its location in a remote wilderness setting was what appealed to me.
Island sees a lot more people since the teahouse trek route goes up to its base.
The best plan, if you have time, would be to do the circuit trek mentioned, then attempt Island after you cross the Amphu Labsa. You walk right under it, you'll be well acclimatized. If the weather is good it would only mean two extra days.
Maybe we'll cross paths in October. I'm planning a return to the area, crossing the high passes from Makalu base camp.
mpbro - Oct 4, 2002 9:53 am - Voted 10/10
Untitled CommentFantastic page, nelson.
bigwally - Jan 23, 2003 5:49 pm - Voted 10/10
Untitled CommentHappily a 4-star vote for a 4-star page !!!! Awesome pictures, great links and references, good books, outstanding organization. THANK YOU FOR TAKING THE TIME AND EFFORT TO PUT TOGETHER ALL OF THIS INFORMATION IN SUCH AN ORGANIZED WAY!!!!!
Aaron Johnson - Jan 29, 2003 9:09 pm - Voted 10/10
Untitled CommentGreat page on a gorgeous mountain. I really enjoyed reading it! Researched and well presented in pics and text. The photos are just superb and dramatic. Very well done.
William Marler - Mar 19, 2003 7:03 am - Voted 10/10
Untitled CommentFirst rate page. Cheers William
Jerry L - Jun 22, 2003 1:00 pm - Voted 10/10
Untitled CommentThis is really good stuff. I'm thinking of Mera and Island in the fall, 2003. Thanks for all the information.
Nelson - Sep 14, 2003 11:55 pm - Hasn't voted
Untitled Commenticeaxeman,
A very belated thanks, and good luck if you are still going to Mera!
Please let me know if the page needs any help when you return.
- Nelson
Jerry L - Sep 15, 2003 5:39 am - Voted 10/10
Untitled CommentMera is off. Just got back from Tetons. No support from the wife.
Mathias Zehring - Sep 14, 2003 1:45 am - Voted 10/10
Untitled Commentvery good page that informs pretty well. Hope to climb it in about 4 weeks.
Nelson - Sep 14, 2003 11:48 pm - Hasn't voted
Untitled CommentGood luck on Mera, Mathias.
Glad you liked the page. If you think it needs any more information, especially after you return, please don't hesitate to let me know.
Have a great trip! I look forward to hearing about it.
- Nelson
Drazil - Oct 17, 2003 2:13 pm - Voted 10/10
Untitled Comment:-)
Nelson - Oct 17, 2003 10:33 pm - Hasn't voted
Untitled CommentThanks Liz! ;-}
Velebit - Oct 20, 2003 7:09 am - Voted 10/10
Untitled CommentSuper page which has it all including great shots. Well done Nelson.
Nelson - Oct 20, 2003 10:03 pm - Hasn't voted
Untitled CommentThank you, my friend. Please accept the long overdue vote I have just placed to your extraordinary Velebit.
Kieran - Dec 21, 2003 1:35 am - Voted 10/10
Untitled CommentI love your photos.
Rachel - Mar 16, 2004 4:10 pm - Voted 10/10
Untitled CommentThis is a great page... thanks for sharing this info. Cheers!
Nelson - Mar 17, 2004 12:02 am - Hasn't voted
Untitled CommentThanks for the vote. I'm glad you like the page. Cheers yourself!
vito corleone - Apr 30, 2004 10:29 am - Voted 10/10
Untitled Commentexcellent.