Trekking through the Nepalese Himalayas is at the top of most hikers bucket lists, and let me tell you – it will far surpass all your expectations. Hiking in this region is a truly immersive experience, sleeping at altitude, living simply and walking amongst nature’s giants. Trekking in Nepal is a once in a lifetime …
Trekking through Nepal is an experience at the top of many of our bucket lists, but you need to be prepared and pack the right gear to give yourself the best chance of having an incredible experience. I recently completed a 10 day trek to Gokyo Lakes in the Everest region, winding through the beautiful …
Iceland is like no other country I have ever visited, the landscapes quite literally feel like they have been plucked from another planet. Vast volcanic sand plains, towering moss covered mountains, bubbling geothermal valleys and endless glaciers. The island feels alive with smoking lava fields, tumbling waterfalls and spouting geysers at every turn. It’s no …
Denver is a city which is often described as a gateway to some of the most beautiful mountains in the United States. It is in essence a bustling metropolis with peaceful peaks on its doorstep. I recently visited Denver to stay with a friend and we spent a week exploring the lakes, mountains and scenic …
Switzerland never fails to astound me with its natural beauty, and the region of Appenzell didn’t disappoint. It is home to The Alpstein, a subgroup of the Appenzell Alps which provides an incredibly dramatic mountain landscape. This predominantly limestone massif is covered with ridges, folds and alpine lakes which are scattered with trails and mountain …
Western Canada is at the top of any outdoor enthusiast’s bucket list, and Banff is the jewel in Alberta’s crown. Banff is Canada’s oldest national park and is known for vast, wild and beautiful landscapes full of towering mountains, expansive glaciers and turquoise blue lakes. If you want to immerse yourself in nature, this is …
The Inca Trail is one of the most famous hikes in the world, but it is no walk in the park. You need to be prepared and pack all the right gear to give yourself the best chance of having an incredible experience. The hike is a four day, three night adventure through the high …
The Inca Trail is one of the most famous multi-day hikes on the planet. The four-day, three-night route takes adventurers through the rugged landscapes of the Peruvian Andes and ends at the iconic ancient city of Machu Picchu, one of the seven new wonders of the world. Anyone who hikes it will tell you it …
“Via Ferrata” means “iron way” and refers to a protected climbing route in the mountains. The routes are permanently installed into the rock face and are typically marked out by steel cables, metal rungs and other assisted climbing elements such as bridges and ladders. Via ferrata is a sport which fits between scrambling and climbing. …
The Lost City Trek in Colombia is one of the most incredible multi-day hikes you will ever do, but you need to be prepared and pack the right gear to give yourself the best chance of having an epic experience. The hike is a four-day, three-night adventure through the Colombian jungle, winding through the Sierra …
