58.12 Nepal: Trekking, Mardi Himal versus hiking in Pokhara, both wonderful but they do differ.
A scene on Mardi Himal, one evening. From the top, we come across an icon that prefers being close to the city. Better to watch over the masses. A favorite as we try a view through the trees...we think it worked. Protecting her youngster from the camera in the wilds. Typical city slickers, careless, selfish, invulnerable and living dangerously. At least they chose an authorized crossing. Incredible views: Fishtail again, a world favorite. Getting up high with an eye on Pokhara. It's not often we get excited overlooking a city but the views proved to be spectacular. Another view of the sprawling city. It's a struggle in the wilderness. Himalayan Vulture visits the city and takes it easy. A person can take a cup of coffee in the wilderness in peace...what wilderness? This is New Deurali Lodge on the Mardi Himal trek. A wonderful beginning to the final day. Jen arrives at the 'supermarket' in the wilds. Back in the city, the super...