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How it feels to trek to Machu Picchu at 52 years old
t’s easy to come up with a reason not to do something. We can all think of excuses not to go for a walk, or do some yoga, or...
How hard is it to climb Mera Peak?
If you’ve already trekked a mountain like Kilimanjaro, or hiked to Machu Picchu, you might be looking for another challenge. One expedition that people often look to after lower...
The Complete Girl’s Guide To Climbing Kilimanjaro
Climbing Kilimanjaro is one of the greatest experiences you could ever dream of. But doing it as a woman means you sometimes have to be a little more prepared....
The best snacks to bring on a trekking expedition
Whether you’re climbing Kilimanjaro, making your way to Everest Base Camp or trekking into Machu Picchu, one thing is for sure – you’re going to need some snacks. While...
Trip Report: How it feels to climb Aconcagua
One of our most challenging (and epic) treks is the expedition to climb Aconcagua in Argentina. The highest mountain in both the Western and Southern hemispheres, Aconcagua is the...
What it’s like to be an expedition doctor at altitude
As you may know, we send an international expedition doctor on every single one of our trips. Along with our guide, they provide vital care along the way, whether...
How hard is it to climb Kilimanjaro?
Climbing Africa’s highest mountain is not an easy challenge. But that doesn’t mean you have to be a serious hiker with years of experience under your belt. With the...
How long does it take to trek to Machu Picchu?
It’s one of the most incredible sights in the world, and on the bucket list of many travellers. And the ancient site of Machu Picchu doesn’t disappoint. But if...
How long it takes to climb Kilimanjaro
Climbing Africa’s highest mountain is no mean feat. If you’re thinking about taking on the challenge, you’re probably wondering how long it takes to climb Kilimanjaro. There’s no set,...
Why Mera Peak is the perfect intro to altitude trekking
One of our most challending expeditions is the trek to Mera Peak, the highest trekking peak in Nepal. At 6,476m, it’s one of the highest trekking peaks in the...
What’s the area around Kilimanjaro like?
When you plan an expedition to Kilimanjaro, the trip is all about the climb. All of your planning, your thoughts, your training, all of it is about the mountain....
How Stephen Ferris climbed Kilimanjaro
The third episode of our brand new podcast is up, and it's a cracker! We chat to Stephen Ferris, the Ulster, Ireland and Lions rugby legend. He joined us...
Trekking as a solo woman – our chat with the inspirational Debbie Mulhall
If you’re looking for a travel inspiration, we have you covered. In the second episode of our brand new podcast, we talk to Debbie Mulhall, an incredible woman who...
5 facts you didn’t know about Kilimanjaro
It’s one of the most incredible treks that you can take, and one of the most beautiful mountains in the world. But even if you’ve climbed it before, there...
How hard is it to trek to Everest Base Camp?
The word Everest has such undeniable gravitas. It’s a place that has such an aura about it, and will sound impressive to almost anyone you mention it to. But...
The best books about trekking
If you’re looking for last minute Christmas gifts for an outdoorsy friend, or want some reading inspiration for the festive break, we have you covered. While we may not...
How hard is Summit Day on Elbrus?
The summit day of every trek is always going to be a tricky one. It often means starting off before the sun rise (as is the case with our...
5 Best Adventure Podcasts to listen to
Nothing beats getting stuck into a new podcast. They’re the soundtrack to our lives, whether you listen while you’re cleaning the house, working out or on a walk. If...
