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Is it safe to climb Everest Base Camp?
Safety should always be your primary concern when planning any kind of mountain trek. It should be the number one element you consider when making any choice, whether youโre...
Mountains and mental health: how trekking can heal the mind
We all know that nature plays a huge part in our mental health. The great outdoors are a wonderful healer, and no one knows that like Robbie OโRaw. Robbie...
8 facts about Mount Elbrus
Are you plotting a future trip to Mount Elbrus? If you want to get excited about your expedition (or simply want to impress your fellow trekkers with your brainpower,...
How long does it take to climb Mera Peak?
Mera Peak is the highest trekking peak in Nepal. In fact, this mountainous region of Nepal is home to eight of the world's ten tallest mountains, including Mount Everest,...
Is it safe to climb Kilimanjaro?
When youโre planning a big expedition, safety is probably something that pops up in your mind. Maybe you havenโt trekked a big distance before. Perhaps youโve never experienced high...
How much does it cost to trek to Everest Base Camp?
Now is definitely the time for trip planning. We all need something to look forward to, particularly something far-flung and adventurous. The Earthโs Edge trek to Everest Base Camp...
Earth’s Edge doctor rescues missing dog on Wicklow Mountains
Weโre all a little starved of good news right now. So we were thrilled to hear that at the weekend, our very own Ciara Nolan was a part of...
The best trekking expeditions in the world
Do you want to have an adventure? Would you rather take on a mountain than lie on the beach? Does the thought of a sun and sea holiday leave...
What are the Seven Summits?
As soon as youโve climbed your first mountain, youโll be thinking about the second. Once youโve felt that sense of accomplishment that comes from standing on a summit, youโll...
How to become an expedition doctor
As you may know, we send an international doctor (and guide) on every one of our expeditions. And we love to hear their stories! Joe Keena has worked on...
How hard is it to climb to Annapurna Base Camp?
Annapurna is one of the worldโs most notorious mountains. In fact, itโs one of the worldโs most dangerous mountains to climb. But while the mountain itself is incredibly difficult,...
How long does it take to climb Aconcagua?
Are you ready for one of the toughest physical challenges of your life? If so, youโre ready for Aconcagua. The highest mountain in South America, Aconcagua is a beast...
How much it costs to trek to Machu Picchu
While weโve been confined to our own neighbourhoods for the guts of a year, plenty of us have been dreaming about epic future trips. And Machu Picchu is one...
How to be an expedition guide with Louise Lawrence
We work with an incredible team of expedition guides at Earthโs Edge. But what does it take to become an expedition guide? Louise Lawrence has had an incredible career...
What’s the food like on Kilimanjaro?
Letโs face it โ when youโre climbing the worldโs highest freestanding mountain, youโre going to be looking forward to meal times. Apart from the snacks thatโll keep you going,...
How long does it take to climb Elbrus?
There are plenty of things in life you donโt want to rush. And climbing Mount Elbrus is one of them. One of the Seven Summits, Elbrus is Europeโs highest...
Can beginners trek to Everest Base Camp?
Mount Everest might be the (literal) high point in any adventurerโs career. But while we might associate Mount Everest with high-octane expeditions and a lot of risk, Everest Base...
Is Machu Picchu open after covid?
As the coronavirus rampaged around the world, one site after another was closed to visitors. One of the worldโs most beloved historical sites, Machu Picchu, was closed for nearly...
