Trekking & Mountaineering

Hi, I posted this on the South America board originally but it might be more appropriate here:

For you mountain climbers out there, a question. I would like to do my first technical climb to a peak either in the Cordillera blanca of Peru or else in the Bolivian Andes. What would you recommend as a peak that is 1) technically easy and won't pose too many risks for anybody involved, 2) beautiful views from the top, and 3) not too costly. Are Huarascan or Huayna Potosi reasonable at all, when done…

To celiberate the golden jubly of K-2 (8611m) the second highest
mountain in the world the ministry of tourism has:

1- Increased the climbing limit without mountaineering permit to
6500 m durin 2004.

2- Reduced the mountaineering royalty fee by 50% during 2004

3- Arranged festivities and celiberations throughout this season
with first festival begining on 10th July

This has attracted a record number of mountaineers from around the
world to the Karakorams this summer.

Also there is an all time high…

On 15th June curfew was lifted from Gilgit city and
life has returned to normal there.

Karakoram Highway re-opened for travelers going
to Skardu about a week ago as record number of
trekkers and mountaineers are visiting Baltoro
and K-2 areas this summer.

Its the Golden Jubly of K-2 and the celiberations are
planned by PTDC from 10th till 14th July.

Mountaineers get a special 50% reduction in royalty
fee for mountaineering this year.

The trekking season in Karakorams starts from mid
May and lasts until…

Folks...

Anyone every been up Pico Del Teide in Isla De Tenerife? I've been coerced into a sun holiday that I'm not over the moon about and I thought a good 4000 metre climb might clear the head. Any tips? Sites I should visit? Interesting off the beaten track routes?

Hallo,
Could anybody tell me more about short trek to do in Northern Pakistan in the region of Skardu, Hunza, Chirtal.
Ideally I would liketo do a 5-10 days trek.
Which agency could organise that and from which town. Any experience with adventure travel.
thank you
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I want to trek into the Taman Negara National Park, in Malaysia, from the NORTH EAST side (Terengganu).

This is a part of the park that is rarely visited and is, i understand, one of the most pristne areas of rainforest in the world. Plus its a challenge!

I've read you can access caves in the NE of the park from Tasik Kenyir (?) but no info around about going into the park further on that side, through to the main trekking areas.

ANY advice greatly appreciated! thanks

Hi all,

Just wondering if anyone has used East Africa Shuttles to climb Mount Kilimanjaro? I'm about to book with them (Cost: US$765) and just wondering if they are good guides? Does the above price seem reasonable (includes park fees and accomodation in hotel but excludes renting of equipment and tipping of guides/porters).

I plan to climb using the Machame route - I was advised that a 7-day trek is more achievable than a 6-day one with a better chance of success.....though I really only have…

I need some help urgently!! Trying to find B&B for one night, in Glenridding, Lake District!! Have tried many places for a double room-ensuite - but cant seem to find any available. Have already tried Beech House, Moss Crag - does anyone know if Cherry Holme is still open? as their website no longer works. Also do any of you know of any other B&Bs? Thanks!!! =)

Anyone wants to share his experience of Alpine treks ?

I have read about Munich-Venice or Konstanz-Bozen but can't make up my mind ...
also have no idea how crowded it will be in July/August ...