Annapurna Hardcore — Part 7: Base Camp, Breakthroughs & The Way Back
Reaching Annapurna Base Camp, emotional highs, snow-covered peaks, and the long descent back through the Himalayas — the defining moment of the trek.
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Annapurna Hardcore — Part 3: The Trek Begins (From Kathmandu to Ghorepani)
After everything it took just to reach Nepal, you would think the universe might grant us a gentle start. In fairness… it tried. Part 1 Part 2 Kathmandu to…
Annapurna Hardcore — Part 1: Flight Chaos Before the Trek (How Getting to Nepal Became the First Challenge)
Every great adventure begins with excitement, anticipation… and apparently, a complete collapse of the global flight system. There is a war going on after all. Our Annapurna trek hasn’t…
A Tale of Three Trails
1. The Pipe Track 2. Three Firs 3. Woody Ravine Table Mountain offers a labyrinth of hiking trails, each with its own character, challenges, and rewards. Some trails are…
Magnificent Magoebaskloof (Part II)
Day 4: Dokolewa Pools Hut to Seepsteen Hut By day four, the weather had shifted dramatically. The temperature soared, and the humidity made the hike more challenging than any of…
A Tale Of Two Towns
Greyton-McGregor Revisited Two Towns Greyton One dream, one soulOne prize, one goalOne golden glance of what should beIt’s a kind of magic McGregor Greyton and McGregor, in the Western Cape…
The Boesmanskloof Hiking Trail
Greyton-McGregor Hiking Trail Introduction Easily one of the most popular 2-day trails in the Western Cape, and certainly one of my favourites. For several reasons: Its close enough to…
Tranquillity Cracks
The Hidden Gem… literally Tranquillity Cracks is an extraordinary hiking experience on the Twelve Apostles. Tranquility Cracks should be at the top of any list of ‘must do’ hikes…
Duiwelsgat Coastal Trail
A coastal hiking trail located in Gansbaai, South Africa – where the Great White sharks play.
10 MORE Essential Items For A Kick Ass Day Hike
Another 10 items that are essential to carry in your backpack.