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Extreme Thinking: Bringing a TEDx Conference to Everest Base Camp

By Kirsty Parsons - 24th January 2012
in Walking & Trekking , The Himalaya , Walking and Trekking , Everest Base Camp

Extreme Thinking: Bringing a TEDx Conference to Everest Base Camp

We recently came across the intriguing story of what one group of trekkers got up to at Everest Base Camp – staging a conference! The intrepid thinkers behind the TEDxEverest project managed to hold a series of high-altitude talks over two nights, despite numerous setbacks.... Read more

The Birds of Everest

By Mountain Kingdoms - 6th January 2012
in The Himalaya , Everest Base Camp

The Birds of Everest

When heading up to Everest Base Camp, you’ll pass through some of the most stunning landscapes in the world – and, as you trek through this sublime landscape, you may well spot a variety of the birds that are common... Read more

Treasures of the Annapurna Circuit: Nepal’s Hot Springs

By Niki Morgan - 5th January 2012
in Bhutan, Nepal & Tibet , The Himalaya

Treasures of the Annapurna Circuit: Nepal’s Hot Springs

While trekking the Annapurna Circuit, there is one particular feature of the always-astonishing landscape that comes as a welcome sight to travellers: hot springs. There’s nothing quite as good as the chance to warm up... Read more

UK Runner Beats Own World Record from Everest Base Camp—Kathmandu

By Niki Morgan - 1st December 2011
in Walking & Trekking , The Himalaya , Walking and Trekking , Everest Base Camp

UK Runner Beats Own World Record from Everest Base Camp—Kathmandu

We were pleased to read about mountain and trail runner Lizzy Hawker’s latest feat: beating her own world record for the 320-kilometre run fromEverest Base Campto Kathmandu – the Everest Sky Race. She completed... Read more

Annapurna’s First Snow Leopard Census

By Mountain Kingdoms - 1st December 2011
in Bhutan, Nepal & Tibet , The Himalaya

Annapurna’s First Snow Leopard Census

The Annapurna Circuit is known among travellers for its stunning mountain vistas and excellent trekking opportunities, but humans aren’t the only species to walk in this region. It is also home to some of the world’s most beautiful... Read more

En Route to Everest Base Camp – Thyangboche

By Kirsty Parsons - 15th November 2011
in Walking & Trekking , The Himalaya , Walking and Trekking , Everest Base Camp

En Route to Everest Base Camp – Thyangboche

It’s a goal that lights up many a trekker’s eyes: reaching Everest Base Camp. Taking this famous – and famously challenging – trek is a mighty achievement in itself, but the appeal isn’t only in the chance to push your boundries ... Read more

Where next after Everest Base Camp?

Where next after Everest Base Camp?

For many people, trekking in Nepal means successfully reaching Everest Base Camp, completing the Annapurna Circuit or standing amidst the cirque of the Annapurna Sanctuary. These attractive tea house trails are rightly popular but if you are prepared to step off the beaten track, and sleep under canvas, another world altogether is there to be discovered and explored.... Read more

Wheelchair-bound Woman Reaches Everest Base Camp

By Kirsty Parsons - 2nd October 2011
in Walking & Trekking , The Himalaya , Walking and Trekking , Everest Base Camp

Wheelchair-bound Woman Reaches Everest Base Camp

We have recently heard about a wonderful story: a wheelchair-bound woman, Pippa Blake, managed to fulfil her lifelong dream of reaching Everest Base Camp.... Read more

The Layap People of Bhutan

The Layap People of Bhutan

If you are looking for a culturally fascinating tailor made holiday, Bhutan is one of the best countries to visit. The remote mountain kingdom is home not only to a well-preserved Buddhist culture, but to various ethnic groups living in the high mountains of the Eastern Himalaya.... Read more

Can I trek the Annapurna Circuit on my own?

By Kirsty Parsons - 15th September 2011
in Bhutan, Nepal & Tibet , Walking & Trekking , Ask an Expert , The Himalaya , Walking and Trekking

Can I trek the Annapurna Circuit on my own?

The Annapurna Circuit, like the Everest Base Camp trek and the Annapurna Sanctuary, is a classic trekking route with well-trodden paths, ample tea house accommodation and plentiful company in fellow trekkers.... Read more

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