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Why we send an expedition doctor to Kilimanjaro
When we’re organising an expedition, our number one concern is safety. And that includes the safety of the people on our expeditions, as well as our own team and...
What to put in your daypack for hiking Kilimanjaro
Often, it can be hard enough figuring out what to put in your backpack for a day hike in the Irish mountains. After all, you might have an unexpected...
How to prevent altitude sickness
One of the biggest concerns that people have prior to setting off on an expedition is altitude sickness. If you live at sea level (as a lot of us...
Best time to climb Island Peak
One of the most important elements of a trek is deciding when to go. You need to make sure that the conditions will be on your side… or at...
Best time to climb Annapurna Base Camp
The route we take to Annapurna Base Camp is one of the most beautiful you could ask for. We go through lush alpine forests, walk alongside the river and...
Can beginners climb Mera Peak?
Any high altitude trek requires stamina, strength and a great deal of determination. And Mera Peak is certainly one of those mountains. The highest trekking peak in Nepal, Mera...
Best time to climb Mera Peak
Standing at a height of 6,476m, Mera Peak is the highest trekking peak in Nepal. And when you make it to the summit, you have one heck of an...
Can beginners trek to Machu Picchu?
If you’re never done a high altitude trek before, it can seem pretty intimidating. Hell, even a multi-day trek in the Irish hills can seem pretty intimidating if you’ve...
Best time to climb Aconcagua
Standing at a height of 6,962m, Aconcagua is the highest mountain outside of Asia. An absolute beast of a peak, when you stand on its summit you’ll be standing...
Best time to climb Elbrus
Whenever you’re tackling a high altitude trek, the weather is one of the biggest challenges you face. It’s not like a trek at home, where you need to plan...
Best time to trek Everest Base Camp
With any expedition, it’s important to climb at the right time of year. And this is most certainly true when it comes to trekking to Everest Base Camp. You...
Is Elbrus harder than Kilimanjaro?
Both are one of the Seven Summits – the highest peaks in all seven continents. But how to Mount Elbrus and Kilimanjaro compare? Are they both pretty similar? Or...
Can beginners climb Kilimanjaro?
We all have those goals that linger at the back of our minds. And climbing a mountain like Kilimanjaro is a goal that many people have. But sometimes, a...
Best time to climb K2 Base Camp
The trek to K2 Base Camp is one of the most awesome treks on the planet. On our expedition, we weave through the Boltoro Glacier and cross the Gondogoro...
Can you climb Mount Elbrus without a guide?
Standing at a height of 5,642m, Mount Elbrus is a formidible challenge. The tallest peak in Europe, Elbrus is a beast of a mountain, and the wildly erratic weather...
How many days to climb Elbrus
The highest peak in Europe, Mount Elbrus is an incredible mountain. Standing at a height of 5,642m, Elbrus is one of the Seven Summits and is a gorgeous climb....
Announcing our brand new expedition: Peak Lenin!
Are you ready for a proper challenge? If so, prepare to get seriously excited. This week, we launched our brand new expedition to Peak Lenin. And it’s our toughest...
Where do you fly into for Elbrus?
The highest peak in Europe, Mount Elbrus makes for an epic expedition. Located in Russia’s stunning Caucasus mountain range, the setting in unbelievable. This range separates the Black Sea...
