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Tag Archives: climb
WWTW: Safety Fears Halt Everest Challenge
A team of injured soldiers attempting to scale Mount Everest has been forced to pull out of the challenge because of safety concerns.
Update on Prince Harry Climbing Mount Everest
In January big news were reported that Prince Harry was planning to join the charity Walking With the Wounded to Mount Everest, after trekking to the North Pole with them last year. Today, the Telegraph reports that the Prince was … Continue reading
Sagarmatha Day – Everest Marathon
Sagarmatha Day The 29. May is celebrated as Sagarmatha Day in Nepal. It is the anniversary of the first ascent of Mt. Everest by Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay.
Altitude Sickness
The facts Altitude sickness, also known as acute mountain sickness (AMS), can occur in some people as low as 2,500m but serious symptoms do not usually occur until over 3,600m, even then it is not the height that is important, … Continue reading
Beginners’ Guide to the Himalayas Pt. V
WHILE ON THE MOUNTAIN Trekking tips Be realistic, start low Beginners should not exceed around 3,700m on their first trek. Start walking at an altitude of less than 1,500m with a gradual ascent throughout the trek. Avoid camping We advise … Continue reading
World Records on Mount Everest
Three ambitious Sherpa brothers are aiming to break two different world records: 30 year old Pemba Dorjee Sherpa wants to climb two mountains of more than 8,000 metres within 24 hours. On 1. April he will set off from Kathmandu … Continue reading
Beginners’ Guide to the Himalayas Pt. IV
WHERE SHOULD I GO? – Reccommended regions The Annapurna Conservation Area The Annapurna Conservation Area (ACA) is ideal for beginners and one of the most beautiful trekking regions in Nepal. ACA boasts some of the world’s highest peaks and deepest … Continue reading
The Slightly Different Works Outing
Could you imagine your local administration official climbing Mount Everest? No? Well, you should see Nepalese civil servants then! A team of civil servants is set to scale the highest peak in the world to draw attention to Nepal Tourism … Continue reading
Beginners’ Guide to the Himalayas Pt. III
GETTING PREPARED Experience & Fitness Fitness is key to maintaining health and to prevent exhaustion or injury. Start an exercise regime four to six months before your trek. When trekking in Nepal you need to be able to walk at … Continue reading
Beginners’ Guide to the Himalayas Pt. II
Booking your trip – Choose the right tour operator Choosing the right tour operator is a critical first step in your journey to the Himalaya. You need to find a Himalayan specialist, with strong local knowledge, excellent contacts and a … Continue reading
Beginners’ Guide to the Himalayas Pt. I
Where are the Himalayas? The Himalayas are a mountain range in South Asia. In a long arch, they stretch from Pakistan in the west over Nepal and Bhutan to India and China (Tibet) in the east. These mountains form the … Continue reading
