It was an extremely professionally arranged expedition. I could not find fault with any aspect of our trip. We summited; made good friends; came back safely. Excellent guides who could not have worked harder. Correct balance number of clients. Good quality hired equipment.
Towering over the African plains at 19,340 feet, Mount Kilimanjaro is the tallest free-standing mountain in the world—a breathtaking giant rising through five distinct ecosystems. As one of the most iconic of the Seven Summits, it offers a challenging yet nontechnical climb, making it an achievable goal for fit trekkers with the right preparation. In […]
“Desert Rats Fly South for the Winter” El Chalten Patagonia, 12/30/24-1/11/25 Trip Report by Alpine Ascents Guide Lauren Hebert, expedition made possible by the Alpine Ascents JRG Exploration Grant. Climbers: Lauren Hebert, Katie Grauel Objectives Climbed: East Face of Mojon Rojo, 4th, mod. snow, Grade II Giordani Ridge on Aguja Guillamet, 5.7, 1,000 ft. East […]
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