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The Biggest Mistakes People Make Trekking to Everest Base Camp

Posted on July 31, 2025 in Equipment Tips

In 2008 I climbed Mount Everest and have led over 50 treks to Everest Base Camp over the last two decades. I have climbed Island Peak 25 times and Lobuche...

The Biggest Mistakes People Make Trekking to Machu Picchu

Posted on July 7, 2025 in Featured Treks

This post will cover the biggest mistakes people make trekking to Machu Picchu. I have been trekking the famous Inca trail to Machu Picchu for 20 years. Our head guide...

Top Tips for Climbing Mount McKinley

Posted on June 20, 2025 in Equipment Tips

Climbing Mount McKinley is the challenge of a lifetime. With the correct training, preparation and team you can make this expedition a more enjoyable experience. I have been on a...

Summit Night Climbing Cotopaxi

Posted on April 7, 2025 in Latest News

The summit night on Cotopaxi is challenging and requires excellent physical preparation and more importantly precise acclimatization. On this page we will cover important items you need to consider about...

Mountains you need to climb before Aconcagua

Best Mountains to Climb Before Aconcagua

Posted on March 3, 2025 in Latest News

Firstly, we will cover the best mountains to climb before Aconcagua. It is also important to understand more about high altitude and why our information can make the difference between...

Conquering Carstensz: A Guide to Scaling the Seventh Summit

Posted on February 8, 2025 in Himalayas & Asia

Conquering Carstensz: A Guide to Scaling the Seventh Summit. Carstensz has been closed since 2019 and recently reopened to climbing. In 2025 we will return to this challenging peak in...

Kumano Kodo – Japan’s Ancient Pilgrimage Network

Posted on February 5, 2025 in Himalayas & Asia

The Kumano Kodo - Japan’s Ancient Pilgrimage Network. We think Japan’s Ancient Pilgrimage Network is a trek you need to consider taking. While the Kumano Kodo has a wide range...

Everest Base Camp verses Annapurna Base Camp

Posted on February 4, 2025 in Himalayas & Asia

Everest Base Camp verses Annapurna Base Camp which is the correct trek for you? This page covers 25 years of experience trekking and leading treks in Nepal, so sit back...

Top Tips for Climbing Mount Toubkal

Posted on January 3, 2025 in Kilimanjaro & Africa

After 20 years of leading successful climbs on Mount Toubkal in Morocco, we’ve gathered the most important tips to help you prepare for this incredible adventure. Climbing North Africa’s highest...

I Climbed Cotopaxi with Ian Taylor Trekking

Posted on December 13, 2024 in Cotopaxi Stories

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...

20 Things to Know Before Climbing Aconcagua

Posted on November 30, 2024 in Latest News

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...

The Ultimate Guide to Nutrition and Hydration for Mountaineering Expeditions

Posted on September 5, 2024 in Europe

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...