If you’re in the Indian region of Ladakh, you’ll probably hear about the Markha Valley. While there are loads of valleys that you can explore by taxi, van, or motorbike, the Markha Valley is currently only accessible by foot. This makes it one of the most popular trekking destinations in Ladakh. Here’s my Guide to an Independent Markha Valley Trek in 4 days! How to Get There & Away Getting There: Because the Markha Valley is only accessible by foot, you’ll have to get dropped off at the closest town, which is Chilling. You can take a bus here, though you’ll have a late start. Some trekkers we met didn’t…
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How to Do the Three Passes Trek Independently
This is possibly my favourite trek in the Himalayas. It's 15 days of trekking through some of the tallest mountains of the world. It's challenging and exhausting, but also one of the most rewarding hikes you'll ever go on.
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Why Every Woman Should Trek Solo At Least Once in Her Life
Every woman should trek solo at least once in her life. Ladies who don't like hiking, hear me out! There are so many things you learn through hiking that are absolutely invaluable to a badass woman.
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How to Independently Apply for a TIMS card and ACAP Permit in Nepal
Trekking in Nepal? Don't have a guide? You'll have to get some permits! The easiest way to do this is to go to an office in Kathmandu or Pokhara! Here's what you'll need and how to get the permits.
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The Ultimate Place to Stay if You LOVE Hiking
If you're going to Tenerife only for the beach, you're selling yourself short! Tenerife has some absolutely incredible hiking destinations. This place is probably the ULTIMATE place to stay in Tenerife if you love hiking.
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Unexpected Lake District
The Lake District is the most visited park in the UK, and after going, I can see why! This place is beautiful AND home to the best brownie in the world!!!!
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What to Wear & Pack for a Day Hike
After over 1000 km on the trails, I've figured out the perfect way to pack my bags for hiking. Here are my day trip essentials and the best clothes to wear.
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My Favourite Hiking Gear
I've done a LOT of hiking and I can say that gear can really make or break a trek! I've learned to go for gear that I know and trust. Here are my ultimate favourites.
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How to do Tiger Leaping Gorge in a Weekend
If you're in Yunnan and you love hiking (or pretty views), DON'T MISS TIGER LEAPING GORGE! This trek shows some beauty in the hills of China that are otherwise missed. We had the most incredible experience.
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unexpected hikes: kunming’s western hills (xi shan)
After a lovely weekend in Shangri La, we decided to spend the weekend in our home city- Kunming! Kunming is a wonderful, manageable-sized, charming city. There’s plenty in the city to check out (if you’d like a post on that, I can definitely do that), but we headed towards the mountains. Kunming is the home to the Western Hills (Xi Shan in Chinese). I was expecting a hike up to the top and a quick descent, but the area is actually really lovely to explore, and I highly recommend checking it out. You can take a series of cable cars and ski lifts up to the top of the mountain,…
