How to Train for an Everest Base Camp Trek?

Trekking in the high altitudes of Nepal is a physical and mental challenge and you should prepare yourself accordingly with a training program. In particular, the duration of some of our trips, such as Everest Base Camp or Annapurna Circuit, can be quite long and are quite taxing on the body, especially for newer hikers. Being …

Golden Monkey Tracking in Rwanda

Golden monkey tracking in Volcanoes National Park Rwanda is an offers a fun visit to the playful Golden Monkeys. As the name suggests, the monkeys have a orange/yellow patch of fur on the backs. The golden monkeys are endangered species, and are unique to the Virunga mountains range which covers the Democratic Republic of Congo, Rwanda …

Where it Begins: The Climb to Mount Kilimanjaro

Our climbs originate in Moshi, a coffee-producing gateway town to Mount Kilimanjaro. Moshi is located at the base of the mountain to its south, at approximately 3,000 feet. Moshi is a short 25 mile drive from Kilimanjaro International Airport (airport code: JRO). If you fly into Kilimanjaro International Airport, we can arrange for transport from …