The 3rd of December marks the International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD), celebrated globally to promote awareness and inclusion. Nepal has recently witnessed a groundbreaking feat: a group of travellers, led by a visually impaired organizer, scaled Mardi Himal Base Camp in the Annapurna region. This inspiring expedition not only captured the attention of the tourism industry but also made headlines in national newspapers marking an early celebration of IDPD.
1. The visionary behind the adventure
The trek was spearheaded by Gino Verschuere, a blind adventurer determined to turn his dream into reality. Gino invited travellers through social media, assembling a diverse group of seven individuals from…
