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The very best trek training is, of course, trekking! We hike regularly in the hills around Brisbane to stay trek-ready and because we love it. read more about Come for a hike

We love discovering new destinations and this month we say Hola Cuba! There is so much to see, do and fall in love with here; it’s hard to know where to begin. Lonely Planet has some great ideas and photos to get you started. Then give us a call, our Cuba specialist will take care of the rest. read more about Hola Cuba!

read more about 5 things you need to know before you climb Kilimanjaro

I have just been on a great adventure! Not only was my 12-day Annapurna Base Camp trek my first ever trekking experience, but I also felt every tremor of the Nepal Earthquake. read more about Trekking in Nepal

Tears flowed freely following a cookery class held in a primitive kitchen behind the curtain in a spice shop in the back streets of Jodhpur. Not tears of laughter caused by mishaps with the mixing bowl, nor stinging tears caused by exotic spices so strong that ones’ sinuses will never be the same… read more about Spice Paradise Cookery Class, Jodhpur

The number one concern our Kilimanjaro trekkers have is coping at altitude. It’s impossible to predict how altitude will affect you, you just have to prepare as best you can then experience it for yourself. read more about Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro – Altitude

We provide most of the camping equipment you will need on Kilimanjaro. However you will need to provide some personal items yourself (or arrange to hire it prior to your climb). read more about Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro – Camping Gear

At the geographical heart of the African continent, Uganda is the ‘Pearl of Africa’. read more about Uganda Gorilla Safari

The Omo Valley in Southern Ethiopia is the last great wilderness of Africa. Dominated by the upper reaches of the Great Rift Valley, this scenic region is home to the continent’s last remaining isolated tribes. read more about Tribal Odyssey – The Omo Valley, Southern Ethiopia

The fitter you are the more you will enjoy your adventure. So set yourself a demanding training schedule and stick to it, the mental disciple you develop will be as important to you as physical fitness. read more about Get fit… then get going!