Blog - Walking and Trekking

Copenhagen Climate Conference

By Guest Blogger - 21st September 2009
in Bhutan, Nepal & Tibet , Walking & Trekking , The Himalaya , Walking and Trekking

With the Climate Change Conference in Copenhagen approaching, campaigners hope to tackle the problem of increased glacial melting in the South Asia region. The general degradation of mountain landscapes threatens to... Read more

Maltese Climbers on Cho Oyo

By Guest Blogger - 14th September 2009
in Bhutan, Nepal & Tibet , Walking & Trekking , The Himalaya , Walking and Trekking

A team of climbers from Malta are breaking national records in the Khumbu. They are currently undertaking altitude training on the mighty Cho Oyu, the sixth highest of the world's peaks, ahead of their planned 2010 ... Read more

What to Drink on the Trek

By Kirsty Parsons - 23rd August 2009
in Bhutan, Nepal & Tibet , Walking & Trekking , Ask an Expert , The Himalaya , Walking and Trekking

Experts Corner: A Doctor for the Outdoors

By Guest Blogger - 22nd July 2009
in Walking & Trekking , Ask an Expert , Walking and Trekking

This is an interesting post I read on healthline.com that is relevant to all outdoor pursuits. What the experienced doctor lays out puts an emphasis on preparation and responsibility.... Read more

The Edmund Hillary Trust

By Guest Blogger - 29th May 2009
in Bhutan, Nepal & Tibet , Walking & Trekking , The Himalaya , Walking and Trekking

As it's the anniversary of Hillary's famous first summit success on Everest, I thought he deserved a mention. Sadly, he died last year, but he left behind The Edmund Hillary Trust.... Read more