There are two possible trailheads that lead up to Engel peak meadows. The shorter but much steeper one starts from Langar and the other longer but more gradual starts from Zong. We started from Zong, where we were promptly dropped at the trailhead by our driver Toorat at 7 in …
From Qalai Khumb we continued along the Pamir river and towards the Bartang valley for our first overnight hike in Tajikistan to the Jijev village. Driving down southwest of the town, we stay very close to the Afghanistan border. The river is so narrow in certain sections that you could …
Combine emerald green rivers, astoundingly beautiful caves, pristine lakes, tall mountains, narrow canyons, hidden waterfalls, underground rivers, cute fortified towns, a stunning coastline along the Adriatic sea and you will have some of the characteristic highlights of a small country named Slovenia. Never heard of this cute gem of a …
A helicopter whirls dust circles below us, in a first of its kind where I see helicopters flying lower than the height I was hiking at. A block of ice, the size of a refrigerator calves out of the Khumbu glacier. It comes down blowing plumes of snow down the …
Red for fire, yellow for earth, blue for wind, white for air and green for water are the colors on prayer flags. According to Tibetan, health and harmony are aided through the balance of these five elements. Buddhist writings of hope and peace are printed on each of them. The …
Note: This is part2 of our Everest three high passes travelogue where we crossed Renjo la pass. If you haven’t already you can read part1 here. The dining hall conversations at Lungde ranged from how idyllic this side of the Bhote koshi valley was to how dangerous each of the …
I had my breath taken away for two reasons, at this altitude it’s harder to breath and the view of the Himalayas that stretched out left me gasping in awe. Often in our travel conversations we get asked if we had ever been to Himalayas after our fellow travelers learn that …
The Lofoten islands in the arctic circle bear witness to the incredible phenomenon of midnight sun in the summer. There is an everlasting sunrise or sunset, however you want to put it on the northern horizon. The period lends everything in a soft glow that is nothing short of magical. …
Hiking in the Lofoten islands mean experiencing landscapes teeming with shimmering fjords, rugged mountains rising straight of sea, small fishing villages forgotten by time, picturesque green valleys, wave lashed white sand beaches, dramatic coastlines, turquoise lakes and unlimited wilderness. While it’s possible to drive the national tourist road and score lot …
Dolomites is a huge playground for outdoor enthusiasts seeking active breaks. Its also an idyllic escape to rediscover nature and spend time in tranquility. We have fallen for the charm of this unique mountain area in northern Italy and have profound reasons why you should head there too. Read on …