Climbing in the Tsaranoro Valley, Madagascar: A Practical Travel Guide
The Tsaranoro Valley in Madagascar has big granite walls and long, fully bolted multi-pitch routes. Getting there takes some planning, and a few mistakes are easy to make. This guide covers what we learned…
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Split in October: Sun, Stone, and the Sweet Spot at the End of Season
We based ourselves in the old town for a few days, using it as a launchpad for day trips to islands, castles, and medieval towns. Here’s how it went. Kasjuni Beach Day We hadn’t…
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Rock, Caves, and Ancient Art: A Weekend in the Cederberg
Six hundred million years of geology will do something to a place. The Cederberg sandstone was being shaped long before anything walked upright, and you feel that when you’re standing in it – a…
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Planning Your Climbing Trip to Spitzkoppe, Namibia
A guide to planning your rock climbing trip to the mighty Spitzkoppe – everything you need to know Let me begin by saying – you’re making the right decision planning a trip to the…
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Mount Kilimanjaro: Machame Route in 7 Days
Standing at the base of Kilimanjaro, we began our seven-day trek along the iconic Machame route, known as the “Whiskey Route.” Rising from 1,800 meters in the rainforest to the summit at 5,895 meters…
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Cave to Cave: A four-day Hike in the Southern Drakensberg
This four-day trek in the Southern Drakensberg began under challenging weather conditions, leading to unexpected shelter in a hidden cave. Each day presented unique scenic walks and encounters with wildlife, culminating in a return…
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Explore the Cape of Good Hope Overnight Trail
The Cape of Good Hope Overnight Trail is a challenging two-day, 34-kilometer hike in South Africa’s Cape Point nature reserve. Hikers explore diverse landscapes, from clifftops to pristine beaches. Despite adverse weather on the…
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West Highland Way: An 8-Day Solo Hiking Journey
The West Highland Way (WHW) is Scotland’s most popular long-distance hiking trail, stretching approximately 154 km (96 miles) from Milngavie, just north of Glasgow, to Fort William in the Highlands. Established in 1980, the…
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Hiking the Laugavegur Trail: A Solo Adventure in Iceland
The Laugavegur trail in Iceland spans 55 kilometers from Landmannalaugar to Þórsmörk, showcasing breathtaking landscapes. I hiked it solo from June 18 to 21, 2025. Each day presented unique challenges and experiences, from snowy…
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