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.
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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
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.
Between Cho La, Kongma La, and Renjo La, which pass is more difficult?
Well for a start the three passes trek is incredible and if you can do all three then do. Each pass has its own difficulties. Renjo is a long slow pass and more of a ridge than a pass itself. It is spectacular and more remote than the other two as it goes via the … Continue reading Between Cho La, Kongma La, and Renjo La, which pass is more difficult?
Preparing for the Cold on a Hike
Let's face it - it can get pretty icy on the mountains when wind chill combines with high altitude temperatures hit. So here are a few basics to remember.
How can I train for High Altitude Climbing?
Altitude is much like elevation only it refers to the distance measured above a specific planetary point, and in most places, this is the distance above sea level. So if we live at the sea, how do we train for high altitude? Getting technical about O2 and altitude At sea-level, the concentration of oxygen in … Continue reading How can I train for High Altitude Climbing?
5 Things to Remember When You Buy Your First Hiking Boots
Kilimanjaro, the Inca Trail, Everest Base camp or a simple short hike on local trails. We all dream of these amazing places and for some of us, turning those dreams into a reality is like a brand new lease on life. But there are essential things to remember when buying your first hiking boots. Stick … Continue reading 5 Things to Remember When You Buy Your First Hiking Boots
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