Category Archives: Trekking

Rongai Route Video

Thanks to one of our groups from January 2013 for this great video of climbing the Rongai Route on Kilimanjaro:

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Interactive Kilimanjaro Route Map

We have just posted our new Interactive Kilimanjaro map! It is used to track Kilimanjaro climbs using a Spot tracking device. You can have this device on your trek and status updates will be posted to your Facebook account!

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Great Hikes Above Zermatt

We love the Alps and we love Zermatt! I’ve written about great hikes near Chamonix, and now I’ll share my five favorite hikes above Zermatt. These are great hikes for independent hikers and could be considered the top-five or best … Continue reading

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Europe Trekking on the Tour du Mont Blanc

The Tour du Mont Blanc is our favorite trek in the French and Swiss Alps and our recommendation to anyone embarking on their first trip in these amazing mountains. We offer an 8-day itinerary with 6 days of hiking, covering … Continue reading

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Innocent Eyes Kilimanjaro Charity Trek, March 2013

Adventures Within Reach organizes Kilimanjaro charity climbs for many great causes. We are delighted to announce a trek organized by David Noyes in support of Innocent Eyes Project, which advocates for child edu­ca­tion pro­grams in devel­op­ing countries. Pho­tog­ra­pher David Noyes leads … Continue reading

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A Trek For Every Month: Top Hikes Around The World (March, April & May)

Read below to learn about our top trekking destinations for March, April and May. We’ve picked some of our best options in Tanzania, Chile, Nepal, France, Switzerland, Peru and Bhutan! Not everyone can take off on an epic international trip … Continue reading

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Affordable Group Trips for Kilimanjaro and a Safari

One of the most exciting adventure trips in the world is combining a Kilimanjaro climb with a wildlife safari in the renowned Serengeti.  The joy of seeing a baby zebra take her first steps or the thrill of peering into the … Continue reading

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Facts about Kilimanjaro Climb Costs: Choosing Your Kilimanjaro Tour Company

Recently, while browsing through the impassioned website of the Kilimanjaro Porters Assistance Project (KPAP), of which Adventures Within Reach is a proud partner, I recalled a recent exchange with a traveler about the cost of our Kilimanjaro treks and why … Continue reading

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New Trips to Iceland!

Adventures Within Reach is pleased to announce new trips to Iceland! The country boasts some of the world’s best scenery and wonderful hiking among mountains, volcanoes, glaciers and the sea coast. In addition Iceland is easy to reach from both … Continue reading

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Zombies on Kilimanjaro » Top Ten Reasons to Climb Kilimanjaro

A great new book was just released that talks about a father and son’s journey to the summit of Kilimanjaro.  The author, Tim Ward, shares his Top Ten Reasons to Climb Kilimanjaro: Why do 40,000 people a year seek to … Continue reading

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