Round the world on foot: the best treks in the world
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Are you, like me, mad about trekking and climbing? If so, pull on your trusty hiking boots and let me help you discover some of the best treks in the world including Kilimanjaro, Annapurna and Mt Kinabalu as well as hiking in the glaciers of New Zealand, Patagonia and the spectacular Canadian Rockies.
Reach the summit of the majestic Kilimanjaro
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As the tallest freestanding mountain peak (meaning not part of a range) in the world, climbing Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania is the ambition of many trekkers. The beautiful views down onto the savannah are only equalled by the incredible feeling of triumph when you reach the summit.
Climb high in the Himalayas on Annapurna
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Trekking in the Himalayas in Nepal is such an icon trek. Following in many great footsteps, brave the altitude and the cold to take on the highest mountain range on earth. You’ll need time before and after to acclimatise so here are some of our favourite reasons to visit Nepal - giving you a chance to experience the hospitality of the Nepali people.
Conquer Mount Kinabalu in Borneo
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In the heart of Borneo, climbing Mt Kinabalu is just one of the great activities you can get up to. Endangered Orangutans-utans are protected in Sabah and the chance to meet one is sure to be a highlight of your trip. Chris form Travel Nation actually conquered this peak as part of his Borneo honeymoon!
Trek the glaciers in the South Island, New Zealand
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The shining glaciers of New Zealand are a fantastic way of experiencing the wild scenery of these islands – the most famous is the Franz Josef glacier and completing the chilly hike along it is certainly something to be proud of.
See the mountains at the end of the world in Patagonia
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Follow in Darwin’s footsteps by exploring the southernmost reaches of South America. The deserted landscape is one of the most impressive you’ll ever see, with the peaks of the continent disappearing into the Antarctic Ocean.
Experience the legends of Machu Picchu
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The ancient city of Machu Picchu is your reward on completion of the Inca Trail – the breath taking (literally) trek in Peru. The hard climb is definitely worth it – the remnants of an empire built so high up in the mountains is a once in lifetime sight.
Hike the Rockies in Western Canada
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The Canadian Rockies are an iconic mountain range, snaking their way south as the spine of North America. With glacier treks, whale watching, wildlife encounters and hiking trails galore, this is a fantastic location to go all out and enjoy the end of your trip.
Interested in the best treks in the world?
If you'd like help to include and (or all!) of these peaks in your trip, we can help! We will tailor-make a trip to suit your style and budget, including flights, accommodation tours and trekking in whichever countries you choose. To talk to someone and start planning, call us on 1273 320 580 or request a quote by email.
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- Multi-stop flights including Argentina or Chile (for Patagonia)
Reach the summit of the majestic Kilimanjaro
As the tallest freestanding mountain peak (meaning not part of a range) in the world, climbing Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania is the ambition of many trekkers. The beautiful views down onto the savannah are only equalled by the incredible feeling of triumph when you reach the summit. Read about my colleague Jonny's recent summit of this incredible mountain.
About the author Chris West
Senior Travel Consultant
With his studies in Geography and Master’s degree in development behind him, Chris set off to leave pretty much no mountain unclimbed. His passion for adventure has driven him to climb both Kilimanjaro and Annapurna Base Camp in Nepal and he and his wife have also traversed Canada and all the way down through the Americas by bike! Even starting a family didn’t really slow down Team West, as they took their little daughter on a campervan road trip through the US National Parks. Chris joined Travel Nation as a round the world specialist in 2011 and is also one of our Business Class consultants. He really enjoys helping other families put together trips they’ll never forget.
