Those setting their sights on Everest Base Camp this year may be interested to hear about another trek taking place nearby: the Climate Smart Celebrity Trek. From 15th January to 13th May, veteran summitter Apa Sherpa will be undertaking an epic journey in the hopes of raising greater awareness of climate change and its effects [...]

We recently came across the intriguing story of what one group of trekkers got up to at Everest Base Camp – staging a conference! The intrepid thinkers behind the TEDxEverest project managed to hold a series of high-altitude talks over two nights, despite numerous setbacks.

It’s always interesting to see the stories about the Everest region, and we’re definitely intrigued by a new documentary film, ‘40 Days at Base Camp’, which takes a look at the transient community at Everest Base Camp and those that inhabit it. Filmmaker Dianne Whelan takes a look at the diverse array of people that [...]

When heading up to Everest Base Camp, you’ll pass through some of the most stunning landscapes in the world – and, as you trek through this sublime landscape, you may well spot a variety of the birds that are common to this area of the Himalaya. Many travellers find the birds of the Himalaya [...]

While trekking the Annapurna Circuit, there is one particular feature of the always-astonishing landscape that comes as a welcome sight to travellers: hot springs. There’s nothing quite as good as the chance to warm up and wash off the dust of the journey in water heated by the earth itself. Our Annapurna treks feature several [...]

We were pleased to read about mountain and trail runner Lizzy Hawker’s latest feat: beating her own world record for the 320-kilometre run from Everest Base Camp to Kathmandu – the Everest Sky Race. She completed the run in 2 days, 23 hours and 25 minutes – her previous record was 3 days, 2 hours [...]

The Annapurna Circuit is known among travellers for its stunning mountain vistas and excellent trekking opportunities, but humans aren’t the only species to walk in this region. It is also home to some of the world’s most beautiful – and rare – flora and fauna, and one species in particular has been making the headlines [...]

The region of Ladakh, in the Indian Himalaya, invites travellers from far and wide with its vibrant and welcoming culture – it is a joy to discover for adults and children alike. Our family adventure holidays to the region take in inspiring temples and friendly villages, but perhaps the best way to immerse yourself in [...]

It’s a goal that lights up many a trekker’s eyes: reaching Everest Base Camp. Taking this famous – and famously challenging – trek is a mighty achievement in itself, but the appeal isn’t only in the chance to push your boundaries. It also lies in the opportunity that the trek gives you to experience the [...]

Trekking in the Himalaya is a firm favourite among adults who love mountain adventures, but children can also get a lot out of the experience – and there’s plenty more to do besides walking! Our Nepal-bound family adventure holidays include exploring colourful Kathmandu, trekking in the Annapurna range, rafting on the Trisuli River and going [...]

Faced with its starkly beautiful panoramas and a distinct culture that developed in relative isolation from the rest of the world, a traveller on a Ladakh trekking tour can’t help but notice that this is like nowhere else in the Himalaya. One of the most special places to visit in Ladakh is the Alchi monastery. [...]

For many people, trekking in Nepal means successfully reaching Everest Base Camp, completing the Annapurna Circuit or standing amidst the cirque of the Annapurna Sanctuary.  These attractive tea house trails are rightly popular but if you are prepared to step off the beaten track, and sleep under canvas, another world altogether is there to be [...]

We have recently heard about a wonderful story: a wheelchair-bound woman, Pippa Blake, managed to fulfil her lifelong dream of reaching Everest Base Camp. After being diagnosed with multiple sclerosis, she gave up entirely on her dream – but with the help of her family, the Rise Above Barriers Society and several Sherpas in [...]

If you are looking for a culturally fascinating tailor made holiday, Bhutan is one of the best countries to visit.  The remote mountain kingdom is home not only to a well-preserved Buddhist culture, but to various ethnic groups living especially in the high mountains of the Eastern Himalaya.  One of these groups is the Layap, [...]

We began running family adventure holidays in Bhutan a decade ago; they are now a regular feature, offering family groups the opportunity to explore the magical mountain kingdom of Bhutan at an easy pace with expert guides.  If you’re thinking of joining one of our family adventure holidays, what can you expect?

From the stunning mountainous landscape to the vibrant local culture, Ladakh is a truly memorable place, and a Ladakh trekking tour is an opportunity to experience this beautiful corner of the Himalaya in depth.  One of the high points of any visit to the region is undoubtedly the chance to witness one of its festivals [...]

The Annapurna Circuit, like the Everest Base Camp trek and the Annapurna Sanctuary, is a classic trekking route with well-trodden paths, ample tea house accommodation and plentiful company in fellow trekkers.  Despite this, the Annapurna Circuit is a challenging three-week trek that goes to high altitude and makes considerable demands on the body.  It’s certainly [...]

It is a misconception that you must be young and super-strong in order to go Everest trekking, that is not the case! Age is irrelevant, as long you build up your fitness beforehand.

Wherever you travel in the Himalayas – from the streets of Lhasa in Tibet to a Mera Peak trek in Nepal – you are likely to find prayer wheels in temples: barrel-shaped, sometimes brightly painted and other times plain metal, with Tibetan writing circling around them.  There are several types of prayer wheels, ranging in [...]

Lhasa is a major destination on almost all Tibet holidays and it has a lot to offer visitors, from the magnificent Potala Palace to the sacred Jokhang Temple.  If Lhasa is the first high-altitude stop on your itinerary, you’ll probably be taking a slow pace around the city’s sights – but try to make it [...]