The Himalayan spring climbing season has arrived, and we’re kicking things off with one of our favorite treks–in classic CTSS style. Our first group of Rugged Luxury Everest Base Camp trekkers have started their way up the Khumbu Valley after arriving in Kathmandu for a guide briefing, gear checks, and a team dinner at the renowned Le Sherpa restaurant.

This group is led by Everest summiteers Walter Hailes and Pega Sherpa. Once the team touched down in Lukla, they made their way to Phakding for their first day of trekking. Day two took the team to Namche Bazaar, the Sherpa capital of the world. Check out a few of the photos from the team below, courtesy of Nicole Porto. Stay tuned for more; our second wave of Rugged Luxury trekkers arrive in Kathmandu tomorrow!