November 11, 2009

THE FIRST ASCENT OF CHANG HIMAL... NICK BULLOCK AND ANDY HOUSEMAN


British Chang Himal Expeditions Autumn 2009, organised by Loben Expeditions came back with immense success by making first ascent of Chang Himal by professional Alpinist Nick Bullock and Andy Houseman of UK. The trip started on Oct 05 from Kathmandu by flying into Bhadrapur. Graham Desroy (professional rock climber) , Mandi Shipton and Tom Brigss (Director Marketting) of Jagged Globe was apart of Loben Expeditions team to trekked into base camp with Nick and Andy to North Base camp and returned back visiting South base camp by passing Suketar to Maribung. The expedition was supported by professional crews of Loben Expeditions namely Buddhi (cook), Palden (guide), Kushang, Lila(second cook), Tashi, Gopal, Nima and porters.

Nick and Andy back in Kathmandu now i.e 11 Nov and enjoying pizza at Fire and Ice with Loben.

Congrates!! Andy and Nick for first ascent of Chang Himal.