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Our passion for travel
At Mountain Kingdoms we have a real passion for travel and we're constantly seeking out new destinations and experiences in the far flung corners of the world. But each member of the team has somewhere that they're totally smitten with... Read more
Japan - our top 10 unmissable experiences
Think about Japan and it's easy to imagine only high-rise, high-tempo cities, bullet trains and cutting-edge technology, but Japan has so much more to offer beyond its 21st century stereotype. ... Read more
Our tips for the top – how to reach the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro
With nine intrepid celebrities preparing to climb Kilimanjaro for the Big Red Nose Challenge, we thought we’d share some tips from our own Kili experts, to help them reach the summit. Mountain Kingdoms team members Seraphina, Harry and Kerry ... Read more
Top travel destinations for 2018
Find inspiration within our selection of popular travel destinations for 2018.... Read more
The Trek of a Lifetime
Few people will ever make it to the summit of the world’s highest mountain, but the sheer scale of Everest makes a trek to base camp an adventure in itself. There is something enthralling about Mount Everest that cannot... Read more
A guide to trekking in the Himalaya
Cicerone has recently published a new guide – 'Trekking in the Himalaya'. The inspirational guide book describes twenty of the best treks in Nepal, Bhutan, India, Tibet and Pakistan.... Read more
Life At Base Camp: What’s It Like?
For those who set out on an Everest Base Camp trekking adventure with Mountain Kingdoms, Base Camp is a fascinating destination at which to spend a day, or even, on some of our treks... Read more
Sherpa Customs and Etiquette
As regular readers of our blog will know, we've featured a number of different aspects of the fascinating cultures of the Himalaya, from Himalayan festivals to legends... Read more
Our Tips For Everest Base Camp Trek First-Timers
Taking part in an Everest Base Camp trek is a dream cherished by many an adventurous soul, and one that we at Mountain Kingdoms firmly believe is achievable with with the right attitude and preparation.... Read more
Preparing For Your Mera Peak Expedition: Top Tips
What makes for a successful Mera Peak expedition? At 6,476 metres, Nepal’s highest trekking peak is one of the region’s most rewarding challenges. While the ascent to the summit is not technically difficult, it presents a ... Read more