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Elbrus or Aconcagua – Which is more difficult?
It's a common question, both by those who have done one or the other and indeed by some who have done both but which do I think is harder?...
Flora and Fauna on Machu Picchu
This guide to the Flora and Fauna of Machu Picchu was written by Eileen Farrell who came to Machu Picchu with us in October 2018. Eileen's background is in...
Machu Picchu Trip Report September 2018
This Machu Picchu Trip Report was written by Ronan Lenihan, an experienced Earth's Edge guide. This itinerary describes the route we used to take on our Machu Picchu Trek.
Our First Ladakh Tri-Adventure Expedition
Sometimes I lose sight of how much progress we have made at Earth’s Edge over the last 11 years, but when I think back to when I started in...
Kenya Tri-Adventure Trip Report – November 2018
I can only describe the Kenya Tri-Adventure as a “trip of a lifetime”! It is a fantastic experience, a little tough at times but very doable and worth all...
Being the fence and the ambulance – An Expedition Doctor’s Kilimanjaro Experience
This is an expedition report from Dómhnall O'Connor, an Earth's Edge expedition doctor. We are the only Irish company to send a practising doctor on ALL of our trips. Read on to...
Everest Base Camp Trip Report
This trip report was written by Orla Bowers, who has been on two Earth's Edge Expeditions. Her first trek was to the roof of Africa, and her second was...
A Machu Picchu Trek with a Difference
Our Managing Director James McManus talks through our new Machu Picchu Trek, why we've changed it, and why taking the trip with us here at Earth's Edge is the...
Environmental Issues and pollution in Nepal – A Tale of Two Halves
The capital city of Kathmandu is bustling and densely populated with intriguing culture, peaceful people and exotic religions at every turn. Despite the ubiquitous abject poverty and pollution in Nepal,...
Trekking to Mera Peak
Trekking to Mera Peak; an expedition report. This trip report was written by James McManus (aka Jam) who owns and runs Earth’s Edge. He has over 20 year's experience...
Lakpa’s Kilimanjaro Adventure
In August 2018 Lakpa Pinasa Sherpa joined us on one of our Kilimanjaro Adventures! Lakpa has been working with Earth's Edge since 2012, trekking with us to Everest Base Camp...
Earth’s Edge moves Whest 2018
During the amazing weather back in June, we were all chilling in Herbert Park having lunch and loving the summer vibes. Ele, Babs & JB suggested we go on...
Lakpa wins the Guide Exchange Programme 2017
We set up the Guide Exchange Programme in 2016 as part of our wider CSR strategy to recognise the great work of all our local guides throughout the world....
The art of walking slowly
There are many secrets or tips to successfully reaching a high altitude goal such as standing atop of Africa or trekking through the Himalayas to view the mighty Mount Everest. These include staying hydrated,...
The importance of layers while hiking
This article tackles the matter of layers while hiking. It was written by one of our expedition leaders – Mary Gunning, who has led several expeditions to the summit...
Nutritional Tips for Earth’s Edge Expeditions
During a multi-day expedition, your body and mind will be put under a lot of stress, far more than on a normal day. It is important that you look...
Stok Kangri August 2017 Trip Report
This Stok Kangri trip report was written by experienced guide John Healy about his adventures in August 2017.
A beginner’s guide to mountain trekking
Ready to accumulate vertical, but short on skills? This is the perfect guide to hiking…
