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Tag: Hiking
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Refugio Frey Hike
Nestled within the breathtaking landscapes of the Nahuel Huapi National Park in Argentina, the Refugio Frey hike in Bariloche promises an unforgettable adventure for nature enthusiasts and avid hikers. This iconic trail leads to the renowned Refugio Frey, a mountain hut perched at an elevation of 1,700 meters (5,577 feet) on the shores of the…
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Lion’s Head Trek in Cape Town
Start: Signal Hill Road, Cape townEnd: Same as start Difficulty: Easy Time: 1.5 hours When to go: Year round Nearest Major Airport: Cape town Cape town has many mountains and Table Mountains being the most famous. Lion’s Head is a mountain between Table Mountains and Signal Hill. All three are very popular for trekking. Highlights Lion’s Head hike is a…
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Villarrica Hike
Another stunning hike in Andes, scaling the slopes of the active Villarrica Volcano, this trek provides stunning panoramic views with makes lakes and city of Pucón and an opportunity to witness the region’s unique volcanic landscapes. It is among the few places on earth you can see lava safely.
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Lost City Hike
Start: Santa MartaEnd: Same as start Time: 4 daysDistance: 60km Nearest airport: Cartagena Highlights The Lost City Hike in Colombia is a captivating and challenging trek that leads adventurers through the lush and remote landscapes of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta mountains. The Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta is an isolated mountain range in northern Colombia, separate from the Andes. Also…
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Refugio Otto Meiling Hike
Start: Pampa Linda, 2 hrs from BarilocheEnd: Same as start Time: 2 daysDistance: 13 Km one wayWhen to go: November to April Nearest airport: Bariloche Highlights It’s a beautiful hike in Lake District of famous Patagonia region through forests, ridgeline and ultimately to two glaciers. The location of the Refugio Otto Meiling cannot be beat as it right at the…
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Laguna de los Tres
Against the stunning backdrop of Mount Fitz Roy, the Laguna De Los Tres, also known as the Fitz Roy hike, stands out as an iconic trail in the hiking haven of Patagonia. This trail offers the closest proximity to Mt. Fitz Roy, making it the most renowned hike in the region. Translating to “Lake of…
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Markha Valley Trek
The trail offers crossing the high pass Kongmaru La at 17,060 ft. You get some outstanding views of of the Ladakh and Zanskar ranges, the 21,000 ft Kang Yatse and the 20,086 ft Stok Kangri peaks. There are also incredible rocky canyons along the trail, as well as plenty of wildlife.
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Trolltunga Hike
Trolltunga, or the Troll’s Tongue, situated at 1,180 meters above sea level is a spectacular rock formation jutting horizontally out of a mountain. It offers a breathtaking and iconic view.
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Rusinowa Polana
Rusinowa Polana is a beautiful picnic meadow from where you can see the High Tatras range. The meadow is surrounded by majestic mountains and offers stunning views of the Tatra range.
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Männlichen to Kleine Scheidegg on the Panorama Trail
Amazing views of Grindelwald valley and Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau mountains along the entire way. These are the peaks that have made Bernese Alps such a popular destination. It’s a stunning and quick hike for families or anyone short on time.
