Tag: Treks

Bhutan Trek Team— more miles, views, and perfect weather

Trekking in Bhutan: Lingshi to Chebisa

Hello Everyone, Today we had a short walk (about 7 miles) and might have been the favorite so far amongst the group. First off, we started the morning with blue skies and had breakfast as the sun warmed us as … Continue reading

Getting up high in the Kingdom of Bhutan

Hello Everyone, Sorry for the lack of updates the last few days! I have had some intermittent service with the Sat phone but now that we are getting up higher and above the tree line I think we should be … Continue reading

Bhutan Trek Team Doing Well Despite the Rain

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Bhutan Trek Team in Good Spirits After a Long Day

First day trekking in Bhutan

Hello Everyone, It was a great first day trekking, with perfect weather and entering into Jigme Dorji National Park. Towards the end of the 10 mile hike we were next to the Pa Chhu (Paro River) where our campsite is … Continue reading

Tiger’s Nest and Paro Town

Hello Everyone, It was a great first full day here in the Kingdom of Bhutan. After breakfast we headed out towards the Tiger’s Nest Monastery just a short drive away. And then we started the hike up to the Monastery … Continue reading

Bhutan Trek 2017 begins!

Hello Everyone, Everyone always talks about how magical and beautiful Bhutan is, but it’s hard to really understand what people are talking about until you step off that plane, walk across the tarmac looking out into the mountains and the … Continue reading

And that’s a wrap

I want to say congratulations to our last Kilimanjaro climb of the season it was a great trip with amazing weather. Everyone is now relaxing and seeing the beautiful country of Tanzania on safari. Thanks for following along and senior … Continue reading

Kilimanjaro Final Team of the Season has Summitted!

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Mount Kilimanjaro BLOG

  • 2025 Kilimanjaro Webinar

    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 […]

  • When is the Best Time to Climb Kilimanjaro?

    Kilimanjaro isn’t just one of the fabulous and challenging Seven Summits. It has a unique beauty and character that you won’t find on the peaks of Everest or Denali. This UNESCO World Heritage Site offers people a journey through five diverse ecosystems and unsurpassed mountain views. That, plus the accessibility of the mountain, makes it […]

  • 2022 Kilimanjaro Webinar

    Are you planning on climbing to the roof of Africa this summer?  If so, check out the 2022 Kilimanjaro webinar that we hosted on May 25th.  Our Kilimanjaro Program Director, Eric Murphy, outlined our COVID-19 protocols, the Tanzanian VISA process, and gave a detailed overview of the trip and what to expect.  We wrapped up […]

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