Everest towers over the clouds.

Ray on the top of Gokyo-ri, 17,712 feet (5400m) with the clouds far below.

Ray and Leo on top Gokyo-ri, with Everest in the background.

Gokyo village sits near a pleasant mountain lake, 15,807 ft (4819m).

During the trek we did not carry a tent but rather slept in teahouses like the one above. In these basic but comfortable lodges we were also able to buy cooked food and rent a room for the night.

Leo getting packed up after a good nights rest.

Prayer flags fly above the village of Luza.

Liyang and the "boys" with Mt. Cho Oyo 26,906 ft (8201m) in the background.

A port carries a load up the hill to Namche bazaar.

Looking back down the valley toward Lukla, where our flight awaited us.