To access Tibet you need three permits, a Tibet Travel Permit, Aliens’ Travel Permit, and then tourists also need a Frontier Pass (or Border Pass) Then, if you want to trek above Everest Base Camp, e.g. trekking to Advanced Base Camp (ABC, at an elevation of 6400 meters), Rongbuk Glacier, etc., you will have to apply for another permit, a Mountaineering License issued by China Tibet Mountaineering Association.
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Lost in the Andes
When it comes to ancient ruins of the Andes, most people immediately think of the famous Machu Picchu. Until 1911 when archeologist Hiram Bingham ‘officially’ discovered the ruins, they lay hidden in dense forest and morning mists, high on a hill above the thundering Urubamba River. Thought to have been built by the Inca ruler, … Continue reading Lost in the Andes
Into the Amazon
With over 200 days of rain per year amounting to an excess of 2000mm, the Amazon is the largest river network in the world with more than 1000 tributaries, its length, second only to the Nile.
What do you buy someone who is planning to climb Kilimanjaro?
Most people will have bought the bulk of their gear and buying gear for others can be tricky. And add to that the cost of gear so it really depends on what they already have plus your budget! If you have an open budget then a good down jacket can never go wrong. In truth, … Continue reading What do you buy someone who is planning to climb Kilimanjaro?
Emergency evacuation off Kilimanjaro
You have trained for months to Climb Kilimanjaro. You have gathered all of your gear. You have flight tickets, all services booked, passport in hand and ready to fly. But have you bought Travel Insurance? Yes it is not just a buzz word that agents use to try to get you to part with your … Continue reading Emergency evacuation off Kilimanjaro
What not to miss when you Climb Mount Kilimanjaro
–“Top Tips for a Successful Climb,” “Things your need to know to Climb Kilimanjaro,” “What to expect on Kilimanjaro.” They all speak about the altitude, the cold, the lack of oxygen, the need for fluids, how to dress and the … Continue reading What not to miss when you Climb Mount Kilimanjaro
Blind Climbers break record on Kilimanjaro
“Look no further! You’ve found the luckiest bloke in the world.” These were the words of Wayne Sticher, proud participant of the High Sight Expedition to the highest mountain in Africa. Just three degrees south of the equator, lies Kilimanjaro reaching a height of 5895m. Towering over the surrounding plains, She can be seen by … Continue reading Blind Climbers break record on Kilimanjaro
