Nepal's post-monsoon trekking season offers clear skies, mild temperatures, and vibrant landscapes. Cultural festivals like Dashain and Tihar provide rich experiences, while trekking options include Upper Mustang, Annapurna Base Camp, and Everest Base Camp. Trekkers are advised to pack wisely, stay hydrated, and respect local customs for a rewarding journey of natural beauty and cultural immersion.
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A Celebration of the Joys of Travel
Traveling – it's not just about reaching a destination; it's about embarking on a journey of discovery, adventure, and self-enrichment. From the bustling streets of vibrant cities of Vietnam and India to the tranquil shores of the African coast, the world is a vast tapestry waiting to be explored. There's something truly magical about stepping outside of your comfort zone and immersing yourself in the unfamiliar. So, let's raise our passports high and celebrate the countless joys that travel brings into our lives!
Norgay and Hillary’s Boots
There is nothing better than a good pair of hiking boots and hundreds of posts have been written on how to buy the correct boots for your climb. But one of the best ever is on the boots that took Norgay and Hillary to summit and the story behind them. The below write up is … Continue reading Norgay and Hillary’s Boots
10 things you should know about Prayer Flags
Regardless of where you hike in the Himalaya you are bound to come across a ridge or rocky pass festooned in a rainbow of colour, as though a giant hand adorned the snowy peaks with splashes of bright red, yellow, blue, green and white. These are known as Prayer flags and are not simply pretty adornments. They have a very significant meaning and are grounded in Buddhist tradition.
Puja – A Right of Passage
For the Sherpa people, Mt Everest is known as Sagarmatha, Goddess of the Sky which literally means “the Peak of Heaven.” It is a place of the gods, a place that no mortal should be.
Landing at Lukla Airport
ve heard about it. Some may shudder at the mere thought of it. There are those of you who have been there, and those who cannot wait to. Yet again, there are some who will do everything possible to avoid it at all costs even if it means an additional 50 hours of walking
Holi Festival of Colour
Each year in Spring in various places around the world, people gather in the streets and with great joy, much enthusiasm and smiling faces , throw handfuls of brightly coloured chalks and dyes into the air. It is a time of happiness, love and laughter. Innocent bystanders and passersby do not escape the tradition with … Continue reading Holi Festival of Colour
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.
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.
How hard is it to hike to Everest Base Camp compared to Kilimanjaro?
How hard is it to hike to Everest Base Camp compared to Kilimanjaro? Most people think Everest Base Camp is higher than Kilimanjaro but surprise surprise, it is not. Base camp of Everest (or rather Kala Pathar – the little hill you climb up above base camp) is actually 5545m, whereas Kilimanjaro summit is 5895m.
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