I Climbed Cotopaxi with Ian Taylor Trekking
It has been a long time coming but finally I reached the summit of Cotopaxi. I originally tried to climb Cotopaxi in 2015, but the volcano erupted in August 2015...
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20 Things to Know Before Climbing Aconcagua
I want to be clear, high on Aconcagua is steep and challenging terrain. The team has been doing 6 and 7 hour days with minimal recovery at high altitude. You...
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The Ultimate Guide to Nutrition and Hydration for Mountaineering Expeditions
Heading out on a mountaineering expedition requires careful planning and preparation. This is the ultimate guide to nutrition and hydration for Mountaineering Expeditions. From acclimatizing to bringing the right gear...
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How Many People Have Climbed Mount Kilimanjaro?
How Many People Have Climbed Mount Kilimanjaro? The actual number is unknown and doesn't include local guides who have climbed Kilimanjaro many times. I have been lucky enough to climb...
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Training on Vail’s Berrypicker Trail
In 2013, we relocated to Colorado, driven by our passion for high-altitude trekking and mountaineering. Firstly, of our primary motivations was the unparalleled opportunity to train at altitude. Secondly, this...
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All you need to know about Climbing Cotopaxi
This page has all you need to know about Climbing Cotopaxi and ultimate guide to climbing Cotopaxi. Cotopaxi is one of the most iconic and challenging peaks in Ecuador. Whether...
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Acclimatize to Altitude From Home
While you can’t fully replicate the effects of high altitude at home, you can certainly support your body’s acclimatization process before your trip. One option is to rent a hypoxic...
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8 Years, 5 Trips: My Incredible Journey with Ian Taylor Trekking
Trip one: Everest Base Camp, Nepal, 2017 September, 2015, I’m rushing with friends to get to the cinema to see Everest, the new blockbuster movie. We’re running late, I hate...
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Lessons Learned Climbing Mount Everest
On May 23, 2008, I reached the summit of Mount Everest, marking a pinnacle moment in my climbing career. Since then I have gone on to lead over 40 treks...
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Brighter Future: Multi-Functional Community Center for Inca Trail Porters
Brighter Future: Multi-Functional Community Center for Inca Trail Porters. Help us help others. Ian Taylor Trekking has been supporting the needs of local communities for the past 17 years. After...
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Conquering Lobuche East: Your Ultimate Guide
Conquering Lobuche East: Your Ultimate Guide to Preparation and Training. Climbing Lobuche East, one of the formidable Himalayan peaks, demands specific and rigorous training. With over 17 years of experience...
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The Inca Trail: A Path of Heritage Burdened by Trash
The Inca Trail: A Path of Heritage Burdened by Trash. There are 60,000km of Inca trails across the ancient Incan empire. The classic Inca trail trek to the majestic Machu...
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