4 day circuit-trek around Mont Blanc, passing incredible glaciers and mountain lakes along the way.

AlpsAdventures

Distance: 5.8km.  Ascent: 550m.  Descent: 50m.  Max altitude: 2056m

You will be picked up from Geneva Airport, in front of the Montreux Jazz Cafe, at 11:15 am, or the Vert Lodge, Chamonix at 12:30 pm, and then driven to the Italian side of Mont Blanc. From here you will hike up the Val Ferret valley, enjoying incredible views of the Mont Blanc Massif along the way.
This is really an acclimatization day to get used to walking and to enjoy the mountains. 

In the evening you’ll arrive at the remote Rifugio W. Bonatti (mountain hut) at 2,025m of altitude. 

Accommodation, guides, transfers, breakfasts and dinners are all included on this trip.

Courmayeur to Rifugio Bonatti, Val Ferret

Distance: 20km. Ascent: 1000m. Descent: 1290m. Max altitude: 2536m

We begin the day traversing the mountain. We then lose height before a steep climb up to the Switzerland border. As you ascend, you will see beautiful views of the south face of the Mont Blanc range. Stopping along the way for a well-deserved rest, you will get your energy back before heading up to the highest point on your trek, the Grand Ferret Pass, at 2,536m. In the afternoon, you will trek into Switzerland and head back down the mountain. Along the way, you will pass through a local farm where you can sample some local cheeses before you reach La Fouly. 

A short bus transfer takes you to Champex-Lac where you'll spend the night in an isolated valley surrounded by peaks. 

Rifugio Bonatti to La Fouly

Distance: 16.5km. Ascent: 810m. Descent: 1000m. Max altitude: 2050m 

The day starts with quite a challenging hike to Bovine, known for incredible cake! In the afternoon you will head back down through the world-famous Col de la Forclaz, which has been an important part of the Tour De France cycle race. The day ends with a nice trek down to the picturesque Swiss village of Trient, its pink church and our hotel.


Champex-Lac to Trient

Distance: 11.1km. Ascent: 975m. Descent: 1192m. Max altitude: 2202m  

Today is your final day of hiking, trekking back into France. It's an early start as you make your way up to Col De Balme, boasting some of the most incredible views of Mont Blanc. The afternoon is then a pleasant hike down the mountain, and through meadows to Le Tour for a bus transfer back to the Vert Lodge. From here, if you wish, you will be transferred to Geneva airport for 5:30 pm. We do not advise booking flights before 8:30 pm in case of delays on the mountain or in transit. 

Trient to Le Tour

Tour du Mont Blanc

Hike North Africa's Tallest Mountain - 4 Days.

Atlas Vertical

You will be picked up at 8pm from Marrakech Airport, and then driven to the mountain village of Imlil. Here you can enjoy your welcome dinner, and take in the panoramic views of the High Atlas mountains. 

All food, accommodation and transfers are included on this trip.
Accommodation in Riad Bab Imlil.

 Marrakech to Imlil (1,740m)

In the morning you’ll give your main bag to the muleteers, and then hike for 3 hours to the tiny settlement of Sidi Chamharouch. Here your cooks will serve up lunch, and you can also get fresh orange juice from one of the local stools. Afterwards you continue for another 3 hours to  Toubkal base camp, where you’ll stay for the night. 

 Hike to Refuge de Toubkal (3,207m)

You start very early at around 5am, you will have breakfast. After this, we begin the hike with a slow and steady pace upwards. 

After 2-3 hours you’ll aim to reach the summit of Mt Toubkal (4,167m) at sunrise! From here you can look down from the snowy summit, to the green Anti-Atlas mountains, and then finally the vast Sahara desert! After taking some time to enjoy the views, we’ll then head downhill for 6 hours to Imlil.

 Summit Toubkal (4,167m)

After breakfast, you will be taken back to Marrakech airport for 10am (in time for flights after  12.30pm). You can also be dropped to Marrakech city instead, if you want to stay on for a few days.

 Return to Marrakech

Toubkal (4,167m)

Explore the Scottish Highlands, on this 5-day canoe trip passing Ben Nevis and Loch Ness.

Good2Go Adventures

You'll meet the team at Neptunes Staircase in Fort William, where you'll start your canoeing adventure. 

The calm waters of the Caledonian Canal offer a perfect opportunity to learn some of the basic skills, before heading out onto Loch Lochy.  Arriving at your wild camp on the side of the Loch, you'll enjoy dinner around the fire and some star gazing.


Neptune Staircase to Loch Lochy

Today you'll paddle along the shore of Loch Lochy, taking in the amazing views of the Highland backdrops.  At Laggan Locks, you can visit the Eagle Barge for refreshments, before heading to your camp on the shores of Loch Oich. 

Loch Lochy and onto Loch Oich

After sunrise, the tranquil paddle along Loch Oich offers you opportunities to explore secluded shores and wooded bays.  At the end of the Loch, you'll join the Caledonian Canal towards Fort Augustus, where you can enjoy some food and drink overlooking Loch Ness. 

Loch Oich to Fort Augustus

As you paddle onto Loch Ness, the views are simply spectacular. Straight away you'll feel very much in the thick of the Scottish highlands, with a backdrop of the mountains and the myth and legends of the Loch itself. Make sure you keep a watchful eye out for Nessie. Your camp this evening will be on the shores of Loch Ness around the campfire. 

Loch Ness

The final day will see you leave Loch Ness and into the beautiful Loch Dochfour for a more relaxing paddle, then onto the canal to Inverness, where you will have paddled across Scotland.

We usually arrive in Inverness between 1-2pm.  We then shuttle you back to Fort William, arriving around 5pm.
If you want to be dropped off in Inverness we can drop you off at the airport, train station or a hotel.  If you are wanting to fly or catch a train that day, we suggest booking a departure after 6pm.

Loch Ness to Inverness

Canoe Across Scotland

This course is for total beginners, who want to try ice climbing in one of Norway's most incredible environments.

Dale Skole

Most people are out climbing during the day, so if you arrive early, then feel free to put the kettle on, and make yourself at home - there's even a sauna for those who want to relax a little. You will have a course briefing in the evening at around 8 pm.

 Arrive at Rjukan Old School Hostel

Leave the hostel at 9 am for a full day ice climbing at a local venue. The focus is getting into the swing of it and developing good movement techniques. In the evening you will have an opportunity to enjoy a good meal with the other climbers.

 Ice Climbing at Ozzimosis

Leave the hostel for a full day of ice climbing. For those that want to, you'll be taught some more stuff such as; ice screw placement, building belays, moving forward.

Debrief and finish will be around 3 pm, in time for last flights home from Oslo.

 Ice Climbing at Krokan

Beginners Ice Climbing

4-day adventure around a Norwegian paradise, passing incredible fjords and sleeping under the stars.

Nordic Paddling

You will be picked up from Stavanger Airport at 4pm or 6pm, and then driven to the cabin.

After you have settled in, the guides will prepare a nice dinner for you and explain the details for the following day. This trip includes all food, accommodation, equipment and airport transfers.

 Arrive in Stavanger

After breakfast, you will head out for a full day of kayaking on the Lysefjord. For those that want to, you will have an opportunity to learn some skills along the way, before stopping for lunch.

In the afternoon you will arrive back at your wild camp, with enough time to relax a little. There is also an option to go for a short walk and get a better view of the fjord. 

The evening will be spent around the campfire and under the stars. Sit back and relax, whilst your guides cook up a delicious dinner on the open fire. 

 Kayaking the Lysefjord 

Wake up in Norwegian paradise, whilst enjoying a nice cup of coffee over breakfast. This will prepare you for the day's hike up Pulpit Rock - the views are incredible!

After enjoying views of the fjord from above, you will head back down to your campsite for dinner around the fire.

 Hike above the Fjords to Pulpit Rock

It's time to get back in the kayaks, for another breath-taking paddle, further into Lysefjord. Explore the waterfalls and incredible cliff faces, and see Pulpit Rock from below! Keep an eye out for the seals, which are common in the area. 

You will arrive back at Stavanger airport by 4 pm for your flight home.

 Kayak further into Lysefjord before heading home

Hike, Kayak and Wild Camp the Norwegian Fjords

Follow in the footsteps of Edmund Hillary and Tenzin Norgay, to Everest Base Camp.

Freedom Adventure

You’ll be picked up whenever you arrive in Kathmandu Airport, and taken to your hotel. From here you can relax for a few hours, or explore the city, before your welcome dinner. All accommodation and transport is included on this trip.

Arrive in Kathmandu

Today you’ll have a guided tour of Kathmandu and visit the local monastery, which overlooks the whole city. In the evening you’ll travel to the remote village of Ramechhap where you’ll stay in tented accommodation for the night. This is the only night of camping on the trip - for the rest of the trip you’ll stay in tea houses or hotels.

Kathmandu - Ramechhap (1,218m)

From Ramechhap you’ll take an internal flight to Lukla (included). From here you’ll trek through the incredible Khumbu valley, to the small village of Phakding.

Fly to Lukla, Trek to Phakding (2,610m)

On day 4, you continue along the Khumbu valley to Namche Bazaar - the largest town on the trek. Along the way you'll experience some breath-taking views, overlooking the Dudh Kosi river.

Trek to Namche (3,400m)

The air is very thin here – with just 65% of the oxygen at sea level – so days 5 and 6 are used to acclimatise. You’ll do two short but spectacular acclimatisation hikes, so that you’re refreshed and ready for the trail ahead. The views of Ama Dablam (6,812m) are also spectacular from here, which is often considered to be the most beautiful mountain in the world.

Acclimatisation in Namche

Today you'll do the second acclimatisation hike around Namche.

Second Acclimatisation Hike

You will trek past the incredible Thyangboche monastery and soak in amazing views of Everest itself, before heading to your accommodation in Debouche.

Trek from Namche to Debouche (3710m)

Today you’ll trek to the tiny settlement of Dingboche, with impressive views of the Himalayan mountains around you.

Trek to Dingboche (4,410m)

Today is an acclimatisation day in Dingboche, with a short trek followed by time to relax and take in the views in the afternoon.

Acclimatisation day in Dingboche (4,410m)

Today you’ll follow a steep path along the site of an old glacier, to the remote town of Lobuche.

Trek to Lobuche (4,940m)

You start the day by hiking to Gorak Shep, stopping for a short break before heading off to Everest Base Camp! Here you can spend a few hours taking in the views and mountaineering history, before heading back to Gorak Shep for the night.

Trek to Everest Base Camp (5,364m)

Today you will have the opportunity to hike up Kala Patthar (5,550m) – the highest point of the trip – with incredible views of Everest itself. Afterwards you’ll trek back to the town of Pheriche (4240m).

Kala Patthar (5550m)

Today you'll be heading mostly downhill, back to Namche.

Hike to Namche

You’ll continue back down the valley to Lukla airport, stopping overnight at tea houses along the way.

Return to Lukla (2,840m)

You'll fly from Lukla to Ramechhap, and then stay in a hotel in Kathmandu for the night.

 Lukla to Kathmandu

On the final day, you’ll be dropped off at Kathmandu airport ahead of your flight home.

Fly home

Everest Base Camp

Trek through dense rainforest and spectacular mountain terrain - from the old colonial city of Cusco to the breathtaking Inca ruins!

Alpaca Expeditions

Your guides will be waiting for you at the airport in Cusco, to take you to your hotel. Then you have a free afternoon to explore the historic town of Cusco.

 Arrive in Cusco (3399m)

Today you will visit the Sacred Valley, your guide will pick you up 7,30am from the hotel, gaining some insight into the Inca history. Setting the scene for the days ahead, the Sacred Valley was one of the main Inca settlements with many remains left behind. In the afternoon you will continue to the ruins of Pisac, learning about Inca culture and explore the local handcraft market along the way. It's a great place to get your souvenirs! Finally, you will visit the Ollantaytambo ruins, built during the Inca’s heydays. Accommodation is in glass-roofed cabins, so that you can star gaze from the luxury of a proper bed.

 Explore the Sacred Valley (2900m)

Start your hike towards the incredible Hamantay Blue Lagoon nearby. In the afternoon you will continue your hike down the Salkantay pass.

After lunch made by your Alpaca Expeditions local chef and a well-deserved rest, you’ll continue with you’re the next leg of your Salkantay hike. This next portion continues on for about 1 hour until you arrive at Salkantay Pass at 4,650 meters above sea level. This is the highest point of the trek. The group will rest there and you’ll be served hot drinks while you enjoy the views.

From Salkantay Pass, the trail becomes much easier as you head downhill for three hours towards your wild camping spot in Wayracmachay. It is here that you will start to see the beautiful jungle views. Your trek porters will have arrived a little before you and started preparing the camp. In the evening, if the weather allows, your guides will show you the Inca constellations.

 Start the Salkantay Trek (3800m)

A nice warm breakfast will begin your day and then hiking downhill watching the scenery change. Today will be full of waterfalls, rivers and amazing vibrant flowers. 

You will make it to your campsite with enough sunlight to enjoy the hot tubs and pools and spend the night in Hobbit-inspired cabins.

 Wayracmachay - Ccollpapampa Loretta

After a warm breakfast, you will get started on this shorter day through rich tropical rainforest and a couple of remote coffee farms and avocado plantations. Your guides know the local farmers well, who will treat you to a few tasters along the journey.

Continuing on to the Llactapata Inca site, you will see amazing views of the Santa Teresa Valley. At Llactapata, you will get the first glance of Machu Picchu.

 Ccollpapampa Loretta - La Playa

Day six's hike will begin with a 2-hour downhill path overlooking Machu Picchu, bringing you back into civilisation with the Hidroelectrica Station. The most impressive part of this area is the natural 300 meters high waterfall which generates the electricity for the region of Cusco. From Hidroelectrica Station, you will then continue to the famous Intiwatana (sun dial rock). According to history, this Inca stone used to work with the sun-dial rock in Machu Picchu, during the winter solstice, which was the beginning of a new farming season for the Incas. 

The next section of the hike was the trail used by the American professor, Hiram Bingham, when rediscovering Machu Picchu. On his way to Machu Picchu, Hiram Bingham met with local farmer Melochor Artaega, who eventually guided him to Machu Picchu. 

Finally, upon your arrival in Aguas Calientes, you will lunch before heading to your cabin to enjoy a hot shower and a visit to the hot springs of Aguas Calientes.

 Llactapata - Waterfalls at Hidroelectrica - Aguas Calientes (2000m)

Waking up early you will take a 30 minute bus ride up to the gates at Machu Pichu. You will see the sunrise over the ruins, and then have a guided a tour of Machu Pichu as well as some time to explore the lost city on your own. In the afternoon, you’ll catch a two hour train back to Ollantaytambo, followed by a bus back to Cusco, where we will transfer you to your hotel.

 Machu Picchu

Today your guides will say goodbye and wish you safe travels. Airport drop-offs are included. 2hours before of your flight departure we pick you up and transfer you back to the Cusco airport

 Departure Day

Machu Picchu - Salkantay Trek

Beginners snowshoe experience, completing the famous pilgrimage to St Bernard's Monastery. Along the way, you'll also visit Barryland - home of the Grand St Bernard dog and have an opportunity for a Swiss sledge descent! 

You'll be collected by your guide at Martigny train station at 16:00 - a direct train ride from Geneva airport. From here we'll do group introductions and you'll have a chance to settle into the accommodation before dinner. All food, accommodation and specialist equipment is included on this trip.


Arrival & Introductions

On this day we'll head out from our base in the mountain valley, to a location that's fantastic for gaining snowshoe skills - learning how to move over the snow with ease. We'll also complete a small journey into the Swiss wilderness, with incredible mountain backdrops. 
At the end of the day there is an optional sledge run for the more adventurous. The less adventurous can warm up with a Hot Chocolate or Hot Wine. 

Snowshoe Journey & Optional Sledge Descent

An early start will see us on the trail to ascend the 5km, 450m up, the trail to the Grand Saint Bernard Monastery. Once there we will break for tea and food with the monks. Afterwards, we'll make a short journey across the Italian border, before returning back to Switzerland and descending back to the valley. Our final visit is Barryland, to see, and hopefully, pet the dogs. You are then dropped back at Martigny train station. Most people then return to Geneva by train (1h 50m) for an evening flight home.
Please note, this is a high mountain trail and in poor weather or avalanche conditions, another route may be chosen. 

St Bernard's Monastery and Dogs

St Bernard's Beginner Snowshoe

Hike North Africa's Tallest Mountain and sleep under the stars of the Sahara Desert - 6 Days.

You will be picked up at 8 pm from Marrakech Airport, or from the city center (Hotel Ali Café) and then driven to the mountain village of Imlil. Here you can enjoy your welcome dinner, and take in the panoramic views of the High Atlas mountains. All food, accommodation and transfers are included on this trip.

Marrakech to Imlil (1,740m)

In the morning you’ll give your main bag to the muleteers, and then hike for 3 hours to the tiny settlement of Sidi Chamharouch. Here your cooks will serve up lunch, and you can also get fresh orange juice from one of the local stools. Afterwards, you continue for another 3 hours to Refuge de Toubkal, where you’ll stay for the night.

You start at around 5am, with a slow and steady pace upwards. After 2-3 hours you’ll aim to reach the summit of Mt Toubkal (4,167m) at sunrise! From here you can look down from the snowy summit, to the green Anti-Atlas mountains, and then finally the vast Sahara desert! After taking some time to enjoy the views, we’ll then head downhill for 6 hours to Imlil.

Crampons (spikes for your boots) are available for hire if needed, and you'll be given training on how to use them if you've never done it before.

After breakfast, you'll be collected by your driver, and head to Benhaddou Kasbah - a UNESCO world heritage site. You will take the 'highway of 1000 Kasbahs', before arriving at one of the most striking ancient cities in Morocco - Ouarzazate. You may recognise the city from Game of Thrones and Lawrence of Arabia!
Night in a hotel with diner and breakfast in Dades valley. 
Approx 7hours drive. 



Trip to the sahara 

Today you'll make your way to the Sahara Desert, for a hike across the dunes of Merzouga. In the late afternoon, you'll arrive at your traditional Berber camp in the desert, and sleep under the stars. 5hours drive. 

Dades valley to the Erg Chebbi Dunes

After a once in a lifetime evening spent in the Sahara Desert, you'll head back to Merzouga for breakfast and a shower. Then you'll drive back to Marrakech, where you'll be able to stay and explore the city, or head back to the airport. End of our services.
9hours drive. 

Back to Marrakech

Toubkal Trek & Sahara Desert 

Summit Greece's highest mountain - 3 days

Olympus Alpine Guiding

You'll meet your guide in Litochoro's square and drive to the trailhead at Prionia. From here, you'll begin your hike through the forest until you're above the tree line. It's here that you'll get your first view of Mount Olympus - the mountain of the gods. You'll reach Spilios Agapitos Refuge in the afternoon where you can relax and enjoy a hot meal. 




Meet in Litochoro and begin your hike

After an early breakfast at the refuge, you'll start hiking towards the high summit, known as Mytikas. The climb involves some scrambling - but don't worry, your guide will provide all the safety gear and be with you every step of the way. Once you have spent some time on the summit, you'll head towards Musses Plateau and settle down in your accommodation for the evening. 

Summit Mt Olympus

After enjoying a truly spectacular sunrise, you'll head back to the trailhead at Prionia, via the north-east trail.  
Your guide will transfer you back to Litochoro town.


Traverse the east trail back to Litochoro

Mount Olympus (2,919m)

This course is for people who have lead rock climbing experience, and at least 2 days ice climbing experience. Over the week you will cover the essential skills for independent ice climbing.

Most people fly to Oslo Airport and then car share for the three-hour drive to Rjukan. When you sign up, we put you in touch with other participants through the Facebook event so that you can arrange this.

You will meet at the hostel at around 8pm for introductions and to collect any equipment you may need from the gear store.

 Arrival and Introductions

Day 2 is focused on refreshing and improving your ice-climbing technique, with hands-on coaching from your guides. We typically head to the Lower Gorge crag, with fantastic single-pitch routes ranging from Wi3-Wi5 (moderate to hard).

  Advanced Ice Technique

Today you will have an opportunity to try out some mixed climbing (on both rock and ice). You'll also learn some more advance skills such as building v-threads for abseiling.

 Mixed climbing at Krokan

Climbs for day 4 are Nye Vermorkfoss and Backvein – two 3-pitch waterfalls that weave in and out of the rock – always much easier to climb than they look from the valley floor and the photos!

 Multi-pitch skills

The focus on day 5 is lead climbing protection and skills. You’ll be working on judging ice quality, placing ice screws and simulated leading. You will do this at a great single pitch crag, with plenty of climbing to put these skills into practice!

 Lead climbing skills

On day 6 you typically do a longer route with a short walk-in, such as Tjonsterbergfossen – an epic 5-pitch route with great views over the valley. Putting all your skills into practice, it's a fantastic end to the week!

 Alpine-style route

Advanced Ice Climbing

Packraft through Ulza National Park, snorkel in the Adriatic Sea and gorge-walk at Osumi.

Active Albania

You'll be collected at 1 pm from Tirana airport - most people like to arrive early so that they can explore this colourful capital. In the evening, you'll meet your fellow travel companions over a night of traditional Albanian food, in the heart of the city.

 Explore Tirana

Today is a relaxed day of PAckrafting through the crystal-clear waters of Ulza National Park. In the afternoon, you'll head to Tina and Artan's house for a delicious meal, made using locally sourced ingredients from their farm. Afterwards you'll head over to your guesthouse in Vlora, on the Adriatic coast.

Packraft Lake Ulza

Jump onto your speedboat and head to the Karaburun Peninsula - you may even see some turtles, seals and dolphins. 

We will bring the snorkelling equipment to have a short exploration of Karaburun-Sazan National Marine Park - the only reserve of its kind in the country, and home to some amazing marine life. Afterwards, you'll head to the beach for relaxation time with local lunch included.

In the evening you'll stay in the Berat UNESCO world heritage site, with it's picturesque white Ottoman houses. A traditional Albanian dinner is all part of the experience!

Discover Albania's National Marine Park

Today you discover the Osumi Canyon - known as one of the most spectacular gorges in Europe.

You'll  walk or sunbath  depending on the water levels, along the river Osum. The scenery is a dramatic contrast of unspoiled pine forests and steep cliffs. There are also some river jumps for those who want!  In the evening, you'll visit the Alpeta Winery for dinner and some wine tasting.


 Enter Osumi Canyon

After breakfast, you hike the rugged trails through the Tomor Mountains. The trek starts high up, and the views are spectacular! Enjoy a local lunch, after heading over to the Bektashi Tekke of the mountain.

In the evening we'll all head back to Berat, with some time to explore the town a little more and check out some of the local restaurants.

 Hike the Tomor Mountain

Descend 360m underground into the Cave of Pellumbas, and check out the spectacular stalagmites and stalactites! After lunch in a local village, you'll head back to the airport for 6 pm.

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