Thorong La Pass is the highest point of the Annapurna Circuit Trail, Nepal. In this post I describe what you can expect when trekking from Thorong Phedi to Muktinath via Thorong La Pass. When we...

Ice Lake in Manang valley is one of the best side hikes of the Annapurna Circuit. In this guide I provide a detailed trail description, trail stats and information on where to stay after completing...

This is the most comprehensive guide to a Dhaulagiri trek from Larjung. The climax of this Annapurna region side hike is a viewpoint of Dhaulagiri Icefall. Dhaulagiri mountain is the seventh...

This is a guide to visiting Fairy Meadows in Pakistan. In this post I describe all you need to know to enjoy a Fairy Meadows trek.  Fairy Meadows is advertised as Pakistan’s most beautiful...

This is a complete guide to hiking Rakaposhi Base Camp, Pakistan. I provide information on 3 different ways to hike Rakaposhi and beyond to Diran Base Camp. I explain when to visit and where to stay,...