Category Archives: Trekking

Luxury Everest Base Camp Lodges

Posted on July 26, 2014 by Adventures Within Reach

Lodges for the Luxury Everest Base Camp Trek Lukla Lodge Monjo Lodge Mende Lodge Panboche Lodge Tashinga Lodge

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The Markha Valley Trek of India: In a Guide’s Words

Posted on May 25, 2014 by Adventures Within Reach

  We asked one of our leading Ladakh guides what he especially adores about trekking in the Ladakh region of northern India, especially the Markha Valley trek, a trek we offer from Mid-May to the beginning of October. That’s a … Continue reading →

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Epic Treks not to be missed — Europe, Aconcagua, Ecuador

Posted on May 24, 2014 by Adventures Within Reach

Tour du Mont Blanc The Tour of the Mont Blanc is the most popular trek in Europe and is considered one of the most beautiful and spectacular tours in the world.  The shorter trek can be done in 6 days.  … Continue reading →

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Bridges of Khumbu Valley

Posted on April 28, 2014 by Adventures Within Reach

Example bridges in the Khumbu Valley for the Everest Base Camp Trek in Nepal.

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A Trek For Every Month: Top Hikes Around The World (September, October & November)

Posted on June 28, 2013 by Adventures Within Reach

Read below to learn about our top trekking destinations for September, October and November. We’ve picked some of our best options in Peru, Nepal, India, Ecuador and Morocco! This post is the third installment of the Adventures Within Reach “Trek a Month” overview … Continue reading →

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Mountaineering in the Alps: Experiences for All Levels!

Posted on May 6, 2013 by Adventures Within Reach

The European Alps are the birthplace of mountaineering. Early pioneers including Horace-Bénédicte de Saussaure and Jacques Balmat in the 18th century and Edward Whymper in the 19th century conquered the most famous peaks including the Mont Blanc (de Saussure and … Continue reading →

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Trekking the Alps: Is a guided trek right for me?

Posted on April 30, 2013 by Adventures Within Reach

Many of our clients for the Alps wonder if a guided trek is right for them. For many travelers a guided trek is a wonderful way to explore the beautiful mountains that are home to the Mont Blanc and the … Continue reading →

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Short Hikes on Kilimanjaro

Posted on April 22, 2013 by Adventures Within Reach

AWR is now offering 1-3 day hikes on Kilimanjaro! If you don’t have enough time to do a full trek, or if it too strenuous, this is great option.  A short hike on Kilimanjaro makes a great extension to any … Continue reading →

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A Trek For Every Month: Top Hikes Around The World (June, July & August)

Posted on March 4, 2013 by Adventures Within Reach

Read below to learn about our top trekking destinations for June, July and August. We’ve picked some of our best options in Morocco, Peru, India, Iceland, Europe and Ecuador! This post is the second installment of the Adventures Within Reach  “Trek a … Continue reading →

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Ladakh: Tibet’s Mirror Image in Northern India

Posted on March 4, 2013 by Adventures Within Reach

It’s a tragic reality that of the more than 6,000 Buddhist monasteries standing in Tibet prior to Chinese occupation,  only a handful remain intact. The situation is radically different in the surreal mountain landscapes of Ladakh (sometimes referred to as … Continue reading →

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