Blog - Walking and Trekking
Nepalese Women Set to Climb Annapurna IV
As anyone who has been on Annapurna Circuit treks has no doubt noticed, the majority of the guides are men. This may be set to change in the future, as people within Nepal are campaigning to increase the numbers... Read more
Historic Postcards of Mt Everest
Photos of Mt Everest, whether taken from afar across the Tibetan plateau or from the Everest Base Camp on the southern side, exist in their thousands as treks and tours open up this spectacular mountain to visitors from... Read more
Muktinath: A Sacred Site on Annapurna Circuit Treks
Annapurna Circuit treks are an amazing way to see Nepal, giving access to remote and fascinating places. This is especially true at Muktinath, a sacred site on Annapurna Circuit treks with great religious and spiritual significance to both Hindus and Buddhists.... Read more
Staying Safe on Annapurna Treks
With the recent announcement of Nepal Tourist Year 2011, we imagine even more people than ever will be heading out to this fantastic country. For those planning to go trekking in the Annapurnas, or any other high-altitude trek in Nepal.... Read more
Peaceful Pokhara
Many visitors to Pokhara arrive for one reason and one reason only - to begin their adventure trekking the Annapurna Circuit. But quite apart from its location as the ‘gateway’ to the Annapurna Circuit, it is a fascinating... Read more
Enjoying your food whilst trekking in Bhutan
When you are in Bhutan trekking, you will need to eat well in order to sustain your energy levels – and for the pleasure of eating of course! So, from a local’s point of view, what dishes should you look out for? ... Read more
Annapurna Circuit Experiences
We absolutely love seeing what people make of their trekking experiences on the Annapurna Circuit. It’s always a joy to read new blogs and see such a diverse range of pictures of the Annapurna Circuit and the ... Read more
Great Grandmother Reaches Everest Base Camp
A surprising member joined one Everest Base Camp trekking group earlier this year: Coleene Tudor, a 70-year-old great-grandmother from Hereford in the United Kingdom. ... Read more
Blind Frogs Beat Dinosaurs! – David Spear
David Spear, explains why he loves to travel and the types of trekking holidays he has been lucky to participate in. ... Read more
Celestial Trek: David Spear
I went on a trekking holiday to Kazakhstan, for the first time recently which was a truly amazing adventure. The group ended up on a glacier in Kyrgyzstan and, during the journey, a 72-year-old client... Read more