The Journal Podcast by Horizon Guides: On the trail of Nepal's mystical yarsagumba

The Journal Podcast by Horizon Guides: On the trail of Nepal's mystical yarsagumba

The Journal Podcast by Horizon Guides

10/05/2019 9:56AM

Episode Synopsis "The Journal Podcast by Horizon Guides: On the trail of Nepal's mystical yarsagumba"

Known as the 'roof of the world', Nepal is home to some of the world's most famous mountains and awe-inspiring treks. However, there is more to this country than just Everest and Annapurna base camps. We speak to author, photographer and explorer Stuart Butler about the mythical yarsagumba, a fungus/tuber that is literally worth its weight in gold, what it feels like to climb down a glacier and all the information you need to choose a trek in Nepal to suit your needs. 

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