What seems like the start of a spelling bee is actually the letters that aptly describe the trails. The W trail is shaped exactly like a large W and runs up three beautiful valleys covering a distance of around 80km, and the O circuit is a large circular track which incorporates the W, stretching to around 120km.
Author: Nomadic Adventures
The Bazaar Near the Top of the World
There is very little that Namche lacks. It even boasts the world’s highest Irish pub offering everything from Jameson whiskey to Guiness. It sports a sign as you enter that strikes to the heart and soul of what Namche and her people are all about.
Land of the Giant Groundsel
Now you would be forgiven for thinking that the Groundsel is a troll of sorts as we all know that giants only exist in mythology, but they are in fact, plants. I am referring to none other than the giant scenecio or Dendrosenecio kilimanjari.
Volcanic Rock on Kilimanjaro
Let us remind ourselves when we climb this sleeping beauty that Kilimanjaro is not stratovolcano for nothing, for beneath her seemingly calm demeanour lies a hotbed of activity.
The Five Best Street Foods in India
Food plays a vital role in the identity of any culture. It has the ability to activate every sense in our body. It ignites memories creating a connection with friends loved ones, and community. Sampling the culinary delights of a country is one of the best ways to get a sense of what a country is about, their heritage and influences.
It’s a Jungle out there
By Debra Bouwer We are often asked which is the better part of the Amazon to see in Peru; Iquitos or Puerto Maldonado. Well our answer is either; it all depends on where you will be on tour, your budget and also, what you particularly want to see. So let us put this in perspective. … Continue reading It’s a Jungle out there
Your guide to Altitude Acclimatization
You have longed to get out and climb a mountain or do an extended trek to high altitude and you read about acclimitisation. It may all sound very complicated but what is it.
Tanzania is open to tourists
The good news, however, is that Tanzania is open and many travel insurance companies are now offering policies with full Covid-19 cover, meaning that you can book with confidence knowing that you’ll get a full refund if your trip doesn’t go ahead as planned.
Keeping your cell phone alive on Kilimanjaro
Well the answer is quite simple – snuggle up with all of your batteries at night or as soon as the temperatures drop. Packing a spars pair of warm thermal and mohair socks will go a long way to creating a nice warm package for all of your batteries.
PHAROAHS AND FRUSTRATIONS
The Ancient Egyptians buried their dead on the west bank of the Nile as that is where the sun went to lay its head at night. Following the path of the sun across the sky, Morgan decided to go via the West Bank border which was said by most to be the quieter and better option.
