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...
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...
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...
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...
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....
What to bring to Kilimanjaro
Packing for a big expedition can be a little intimidating. After all, you’ve got to consider different temperatures and different weather. On Kilimanjaro, you can be trekking in 30...
Can anyone climb Kilimanjaro?
Sometimes it can seem like mountains like Kilimanjaro are only for experienced mountaineers. You know, people with all the gear who are highly trained experts in all things climbing....
How long does it take to climb Mount Kilimanjaro?
Reaching the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro takes time. As well as it being a pretty big mountain (uh, try the tallest mountain in Africa!) the challenging altitude means that...
