17/04/2025
Successful Everest Base Camp Expedition by Durgaraj Adventure, Nashik and Climbjeen दुर्गराज ॲडव्हेंचर, नाशिक आणि क्लांबिजीन यांची एव्हरेस्ट बेस कॅम्प मोहीम यशस्वी
A joint expedition to Everest Base Camp 🏔️, organized by the leading mountaineering and trekking organizations of Nashik—Durgaraj Adventure and Climbjeen—was successfully completed from April 2 to April 16, 2025 📅. This special mission was arranged to mark the 25th anniversary 🎉 of Durgaraj Adventure.
Under the leadership of Priyanka Mohite (Everest summiteer from Climbjeen) and Jyoti Ugle (experienced mountaineer from Durgaraj), a total of 9 adventurers successfully completed this thrilling expedition ✨.
They braved:
Bone-chilling cold ❄️ (-22°C)
Steep, rugged mountain paths ⛰️
Towering snow-covered peaks in all directions 🏔️
Dwindling oxygen levels ⏬
Sudden snowfalls 🌨️
Torrential rain 🌧️
Dense fog with near-zero visibility 🌫️
Despite all odds, all 9 climbers reached Everest Base Camp with determination and courage.
At 5,364 meters altitude, they proudly hoisted the Indian tricolor 🇮🇳 and chanted praises for India and Maharashtra.
A remarkable aspect: the team had 7 women and only 2 men! 🙌 Their dedication over the past 3 months was commendable. Even from abroad, Amruta Dhotarkar of Team Durgaraj guided them online in yoga and pranayama 🧘♀️. Om Ugle, a renowned mountaineer, provided key fitness training 💪.
Their success was built on:
Team spirit 🤝
Confidence ✨
Sharp decision-making 🧠
Mental and physical strength ❤️🔥
Team members: Seema Baynavar, Pallavi Kolhe, Rupali Paithankar, Dr. Ashwini Narkhede, Sharayu Ravarane, Jyoti Ugle, Priyanka Mohite, Dilip Bharitkar, and Julien.
Most impressive of all: None of them needed even a single medicine tablet 💊❌.
This newfound confidence will surely inspire them for future expeditions ahead 🚩. Wishing them the very best for their upcoming adventures! The mountaineering community is showering them with congratulations and praise 🏅👏.