Trekking with a Heavy Pack: Building Strength Before You Go
Trekking with a heavy pack demands preparation: progressive loaded walks, leg and core strength work, and practice hikes for long…
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How to Choose Hiking Boots: Fit, Support and Break-In
Find hiking boots that fit: heel hold, toe room, ankle support and sole stiffness, plus a practical break-in plan so…
Read moreVisiting Mount Elbrus, Russia
Climb Mount Elbrus, Europe's 5,642-metre highest peak in the Caucasus: glacier routes, acclimatisation, climbing seasons and essential planning tips.
Read moreVisiting the Fann Mountains, Tajikistan
Trek Tajikistan's Fann Mountains between turquoise alpine lakes: Iskanderkul, Alaudin and Kulikalon, with seasons, routes and planning advice.
Read moreVisiting Mount Semeru, Indonesia
Climb Mount Semeru, Java's 3,676-metre active volcano: crater lakes, ash slopes and sunrise views, with seasons, routes and safety essentials.
Read moreVisiting Mount Fansipan, Vietnam
Climb Mount Fansipan, the 3,143-metre roof of Indochina above Sapa, Vietnam: terraced valleys, forest trails, best seasons and practical trek…
Read moreVisiting Rara Lake, Nepal
Visit Rara Lake, Nepal's largest lake, set in a quiet national park in far-western Mugu: forests, wildlife, seasons and practical…
Read moreVisiting Shey Phoksundo, Nepal
Visit Nepal's remote Shey Phoksundo: the turquoise waters of Phoksundo Lake, Bon monasteries and ancient Dolpo culture, with seasons and…
Read moreVisiting Mardi Himal, Nepal
Trek Nepal's Mardi Himal ridge for big Annapurna views in under a week: rhododendron forests, sunrise over Machhapuchhre, seasons and…
Read moreVisiting the Rolwaling Valley, Nepal
Trek Nepal's wild Rolwaling Valley to the glacial waters of Tsho Rolpa, with Sherpa villages, dramatic passes, seasons and practical…
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