Questions tagged [trekking]
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Will a PLB (Personal Locator Beacon) work overseas?
I'm starting to do some solo hiking here in Italy, and I'm going to buy a PLB soon. I was wondering if I went to Germany or Australia for example, if I activate the beacon will the beacon still get me ...
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Are there any available spots left to hike the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu in May/June?
I have been trying to find a tour operator for the classic Inca Trail (4 days/3 nights) to Machu Piccu, but have not had any success finding an open spot for one person with any of the tour operators ...
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Is the Inca trail the only route to arrive at Machu Picchu by foot?
Is the classic Inca trail the only route which arrives at Machu Picchu by foot?
I have seen some other organised treks advertised, but they appear to require a bus or train transfer to actually ...
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How much have eastern Bieszczady Mountains changed over the last 30 years?
I used to trek across the eastern Bieszczady Mountains 30 years ago when visiting Poland. It was awesome.
I am planning to be back (this time with my teen children) and would like to understand how ...
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Travelling with hiking poles as checked-in luggage
I'll be going on a hiking trip soon. The backpack is small and I'm going to keep it with me as a carry on. The hiking poles telescope down, but still stick out of the bag. Plus I've read hiking poles ...
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Where can I get definitive success rate statistics for Kilimanjaro trekking operators?
I'm thinking of attempting Kilimanjaro and have read on operator websites that the park authority keep success rate statistics for Kilimanjaro trekking operators. These are apparently based on ...
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Mount Etna: from Nicolosi to Rifugio Sapienza on foot?
I will visit soon the north-east of Sicily (provinces of Catania and Messina).
I would like to know if there is any pedestrian trail starting from the town of Nicolosi (CT) and leading to the lodge ...
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Is it possible to trek from Zero Point to Gurudongmar Lake via Donkiala pass and Cholamu Lake in Sikkim, India
I want to trek from from Zero Point to Gurudongmar Lake via Donkiala Pass and Cholamu Lake in Sikkim, India. Recently I noticed in Facebook that some people visited this place last year. Unfortunately ...
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Annapurna Tilicho Lake without camping?
The Tilicho Lake is a side trek in the Annapurna circuit. Usually, the Annapurna circuit is traveled from guesthouse to guesthouse, without outdoor camping.
Is it possible to visit the Tilicho Lake ...
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Is it compulsory to hire a local certified guide for trekking in the Great Himalayan National Park?
I am a fairly experienced and soon to be technically qualified(meaning Advanced First Aid and Wilderness Skills certification) Himalayan trekker.
I wanted to know if hiring a guide to trek in GHNP(...
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Where can I obtain Trek permits for Har-ki-doon?
I asked the same question here. But it seems this community have more members and activity.
We are going to Sankri -- Har-ki-doon trek. So, from various sources in internet we found that a forest ...
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On-site photography workshop in Nepal or India
I am an amateur photographer but do not have the patience to take classes to get better. I've heard of good workshops being taught while trekking in the Andes or the Himalaya but I cannot find ...
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Mosquito season in Swedish Lapland
This summer I want to hike along the Kungsleden, a trail in Swedish Lapland.
The trail cross wet forests and swamps and I have read that in these places mosquitos and other insects are a nightmare ...
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Trekking in Nepal [closed]
What is the condition of Nepal after Earthquake in Nepal.
A trekking Company Named Budget Trekking.
Says its good to travel. But i am really confused what to do? Can anyone help me out
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Mount Everest without the crowd
I'm looking to trek to Base camp Mount Everest in the next year, I'm just wondering what the best time of the year would be to avoid the huge crowds I keep hearing about. I don't care if its ...
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Actual price of trekking to everest base camp.? [duplicate]
I've been searching a trip to everest base camp and found out this (Upscale Adventure) and been talking with them for the trip. We are 5 friends planning for the trek to everest base camp for the next ...
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On which basis should I decide for a travel insurance for Nepal?
I am from Germany and I will go trekking in Nepal in March for 3 weeks. I want to have health insurance in that time. While the health insurances within Germany are super similar, I have no idea about ...
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What will be the total duration and cost of Annapurna Base Camp trek?
I am from Nepal, but living in India.
I will be visiting Nepal this year during Dashain and am planning to do the ABC trek in early October this year (2016).
The plan is to complete the trek in at ...
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Daisetsuzan (Hokkaido, Japan) Grand Traverse, how hard?
I'm planning a trip to Japan and I'd like to spend one week immerse in Japanese nature. I've read something about the "Daisetsuzan Grand Traverse", which is a 5 days and 55km trekking on a route that ...
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Solo Trekking to Annapurna Base Camp [closed]
I would like to go to Annapurna Base Camp alone.
Time : December 15 - December 24, 2017
I've few questions:
Weather: will the weather will be too much harsh on the that period? Will it be bit risky ...
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Trekking in Russia similar to Kungsleden
I've been walking the Kungsleden in the Sweden Lapland recently and I enjoyed it very much. I'd like to try again a similar trek but this time I'd love to go to either Kamchatka or South Siberia (near ...
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How to deal with blisters / chafing on walking-intensive trips?
Some kinds of trips involve lots of walking: trekking and hitchhiking come to mind and I personally fall into the latter category.
If you're walking in hot humid conditions or are still breaking in ...
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Is there an online community to find travel partners (for mountains, sightseeing etc.)?
Is there an online community to find travel partners for mountain trekking or sightseeing, or anything else?
I don't want to travel to foreign mountains alone, but I don't know where to search for ...
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How can I use public transportation to get around in Boliva?
I'm planning a trip from La Paz to Patamanta first, then to Tuni, probably will stay the night in Tuni.
I'm not planning the multiple day trekking in Condoriri, but the Laguna Tuni looks amazing.
I ...
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Where to find Kyrgyzstan trekking maps?
I'm going to Kyrgyzstan for hiking. I like wild tourism.
Where I can find detailed maps with routes for trekking?
Is it difficult to find such maps inside the country?
Does anyone know of links to ...
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Does the Black Forest (Germany) have French style refuges (free, no-reservation)?
In the French Alps, there are many refuges which are free to use: you can turn up in most places with no reservation and stay the night.
I can't seem to find any mention of these free refuges in ...
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Where to find a reliable weather forecast for mountain region of Nepal
Where can I find a reliable weather forecast for trekking in remote mountain regions of Nepal?
I'm planning a trek to Upper Dolpo (east of Dhaulagiri range). Considering a recent fatalities ...
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Is free camping permitted in Japan?
I'm planning to go to Japan this summer, and after visiting a relative, I'm planning to go on a hike for 5 to 7 days.
I was wondering if camping out in the wild is permitted anywhere in japan, like ...
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The use of military camouflage in India while hiking or trekking?
I'm a civilian. An army colonel gave me an army rucksack for a hiking trip I was going for. There are no army symbols or markings on it. Just camouflage pattern. The next day my family told me there ...
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Where can I find information on trekking in Alborz mountains?
I'd like to go trekking in the Alborz mountains next year, but so far I haven't found much information.
I am considering early June, for around 3 weeks. I am an experienced hiker, even if if will be ...
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Chiang Mai Trek without Elephant Ride
I'm heading to Chiang Mai, Thailand for several days at the end of January and I'm looking to do a 3 day, 2 night trek, but I'm looking for one that doesn't feature elephant rides and it seems to ...
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Finding Thailand Trek Guide (Khao Chang Puak and Sun Nhok Wua)
Me and my friends would like to trek in Khao Chang Puak or Sun Nhok Wua. However, we can't seem to find any information on the internet as to how we find trek guides and stuff as this will be our ...
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How safe is the Sugar Loaf trail (Brazil)?
The Wikitravel article for Rio de Janeiro, recommends a 20-30 minutes trekking trail to access the Sugar Loaf for free. Is it safe?
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How can I be sure the operator treats elephants humanely before booking a trek in Khao Sok national park?
The various bungalows in Khao Sok national park advertise elephant treks and there are various tours advertised out of Phuket and Krabi.
These sound interesting. But how can I tell prior to booking ...
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Issues when camping during trek in Georgia?
What should I consider when planning to sleep in tents during trekking in Georgia?
We plan to move for about 2 weeks to Georgia, about half that time in cities, half in the mountains. The tourist ...
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On a coast to coast walk across Scotland, which route would require the most self-sufficiency?
As a keen hiker with some time off I am considering a self-supported walk across Scotland.
Which route/locations would encompass the most self-sufficiency whilst bagging a considerable number of ...
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Elephant Trekking in northern Thailand
I would like to know my options for good trekking tours in Thailand, especially in (but not limited to) the Chiang Mai area. Not longer than a week, not too much "intense", but also not too much "...
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Trekking in Leh / Ladakh, India in January
I am planning a trip to India in January and would like to organise a 8-day trek in Leh/Ladakh. I have come across the well-advertised frozen chadar trek, but it is too long for what I have in mind (...
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Starting from Puerto Princesa, Philippines where is the nearest volcano that can be climbed in 2 or 3 days?
Starting from Puerto Princesa in the Philippines where is the nearest volcano that can be climbed in 2 or 3 days?
Nearest means quickest to travel to, including via a commercial flight. (Excluding ...
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Nature trip in Germany [closed]
I am planning a trip to Germany for the end of September, any good place where to go?
In particular, I would like to see some nice lakes.
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September/October in the Alps
Is it possible to have trekking in the Alps in September and October? It will be warm enough to do such type of activity? Is there high probability of rain and clouds?
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From Milan to Alps [closed]
I need to spent four days in Milan in September. But during this period I would like to make trekking in Alps. Would you advice several places in Alps for trekking not very far for Milan? What is the ...
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Do stores at tourist-heavy sites in Nepal accept USD?
I will be going to Nepal for mountain trekking, I want to bring USD simply because it is very hard for me to get Nepalese Rupee in my home country.
At tourist heavy sites, do most stores accept USD? ...
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Poncho in Scotland
At the beginning of this October, we are planning a trip in Scotland. We are mostly interested in trekking in the areas of Middle and North Scotland.
I was thinking what to buy to protect myself from ...
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Group jungle trek in Chiang Mai
I'm looking for some 2 or 3-day jungle treks in Chiang Mai (preferably 2 days). Since I'm traveling alone, I would like to join a group and not have a private trek on my own. I already kinda have a ...
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Trekking near Addis Ababa, where can one do it?
I would like to do some trekking near Addis Ababa. I googled for it and the only things I found were 10 day hikes, provided by some local companies. Unfortunatly I don't have that kind of time.
Are ...
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Is trekking safe in south Slavic countries?
This summer, I want to go trekking with some friends (not in mountains). There are 3-4 of us and we have some experience in trekking in Western and Northern Europe, two months in total.
We though ...
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How do you prepare for crossing Borneo from coast to coast on foot?
It is on my to-do list. I know a huge and growing part is about palm oil trees. I would like to know the challenges to be aware of when crossing through the jungle, and how to prepare oneself for such ...
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Climbing Mount Fuji
I'd like to trek to Mount Fuji. Some of my colleagues at work tell me that it takes about 10 hours and there's a pit stop I can stop at and rest before I go up to the peak.
I've heard that it's ...
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Winter trekking in High Tatra, what about accommodation?
We're going to go for a hike to High Tatras in January. Should I be prepared for snow slides/avalanches in winter (and carry tools like shovel, emitter, ...)?
Are there any huts or shelters where we ...
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