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Recreation Holidays's avatar

Funmi, what an incredible and deeply personal account of your Everest Basecamp trek! Your honesty about the challenges—food poisoning, AMS, the mental battles, and even the ‘bleh’ teahouses—makes this so relatable. This wasn’t just a physical feat but a triumph of resilience and teamwork.

The detail about your parents’ repeated “we’re proud of you, but listen to your body” advice made me laugh—that’s universal parent love! And your respect for Everest’s dangers (while drawing your own boundary at the summit) is so refreshing in a world obsessed with extreme conquests.

Your group’s camaraderie shines through, and those summit-day photos are EPIC. Can’t wait for the FAQs post (especially on the evacuation story—no pressure, but we’re curious!).

As for your next adventures: Denali would be a beast, but after this? I’m sure you’ll crush it. Thanks for reminding us all that ‘hard things’ are possible—with grit, Starburst gummies, and a great team.

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Funmi Oyatogun's avatar

Thank you so much!

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Treks Planner Nepal's avatar

What an inspiring journey to Everest Basecamp! 🏞️ Your story truly captures the incredible highs and challenges of such a life-changing trek. From the breathtaking views to the unique culture of the Sherpas, it sounds like an unforgettable experience. It’s also a great reminder of how important it is to be prepared for the unexpected—both in terms of physical readiness and safety measures like travel insurance. Thanks for sharing your adventure with us!

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Shukra Abayomi's avatar

This is so amazing. Well done!!

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Funmi Oyatogun's avatar

Thank you so much.

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Kuyet's avatar

Thank God for journey mercies...I had to go check the most dangerous airports in the world...I saw 15 ...and Lukla was in number one...funmi u get mind...thank God...reading the publication I felt I was there with u guys... interesting...we wait for u next adventure...

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Funmi Oyatogun's avatar

Thank you so much, Kuyet.

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Ozoz Sokoh's avatar

Amazing. Well done

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Funmi Oyatogun's avatar

Thank you Oz 🥰

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Ese's avatar

Proud and awed.

Well done, Funmi.

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Funmi Oyatogun's avatar

Thank you.

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Kevwe Kofi's avatar

Way to go Funmi. Uber proud of you.

I enjoyed reading this as much as I did reading your daily updates.

Side note: I am no longer jokingly asking you about the Summit. E don do. You have tried

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Funmi Oyatogun's avatar

Thank you so much. Shebi you can now see that summit nor be play o. Let’s just move on 😅

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Tairat's avatar

Well done ooo!! My hats of to you and the girlies. an inspiration

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Dr. Stella Adejoh's avatar

This is amazing Funmi, God keep you in all the adventures. Excellent story!

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Funmi Oyatogun's avatar

Thank you so much.

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Emmanuel Alagbe's avatar

Thanks for sharing your amazing journey to the Mount Everest Basecamp. It takes a lot of resilience and grit to do that. If possible, could you give a ballpark estimate for the costs associated with this adventure? I think it's something I might want to try in the nearest future.

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Funmi Oyatogun's avatar

Hello Emmanuel, while I am not comfortable publicly sharing how much I spent on a trip, I will include links to the service providers for those who want to enquire directly.

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Emmanuel Alagbe's avatar

That would be great. Thank you!

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Sarah Potter's avatar

👏🏻 Such an incredible achievement! Well done 🤩

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Funmi Oyatogun's avatar

Thank you, Sunshine.

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Olasunkanmi Osho's avatar

The conqueror! You are a treasure in the world of adventure from this part of the earth.

Great feat you achieved and keep blazing.

What's up with TVP? I need me some group travels again.

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Funmi Oyatogun's avatar

Thank you so much!

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Sambo,Ernest Gabriel's avatar

Congratulations, Funmi, on your ascent to Mount Everest Basecamp. Your journey was truly inspiring. You faced many challenges and overcame them with determination and perseverance. I especially appreciate that you shared the details of your experience so that others can learn from your example. Thank you for your contribution to the outdoor community.

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Funmi Oyatogun's avatar

Thank you so much!

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Ajala Nene's avatar

My mountain climber girl! ⛰️ Always an inspiration ✨️ Congratulations on this great feat 👏🏾 When I am finally ready for my own mountain climbing adventures, just be ready to guide me accordingly 😀 Lol! Proud of you always, boo 🩵

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Funmi Oyatogun's avatar

Thank you my darling. I’ll be here whenever you’re ready.

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