Is Pakistan Safe? What to Know Before Traveling
A few times a season, we get asked by people keen on joining one of our adventures: “Is Pakistan Safe?”. The answer to that question usually involves a 10-minute conversation by phone with our adventure consultant staff. Pakistan is a beautiful, complex, and nuanced – as it the saftey question surrounding Pakistan. Despite what Western […]
Fueling Your Adventure: Probiotics for Travel and Hiking Nutrition
Embarking on a thrilling hiking adventure or traveling to exotic destinations like Pakistan, Nepal, or India can be exhilarating, but it’s essential to prioritize your health and well-being while on the road – especially if the trip you are doing requires a degree of physicality. Proper nutrition plays a vital role in ensuring you have […]
When is the Best Time to Visit Madeira Island?
If you have been following Epic, you might know that a majority of our staff including the founder of Epic are based here in Madeira Island. So why did we choose to make this tiny Portuguese Island our HQ? Well, it is pretty damn nice here year-round and for hiking or outdoor adventures; there is […]
10 Reasons Why you Should Choose Epic Expeditions for the K2 Base Camp Trek
So here you are. You have been researching the K2 Base Camp Trek; your adventure fire is lit and you want to get out there yourself soon. But with so many tour operators on offer… you are having trouble deciding which company to go with. We understand that this is a big decision as the […]
Island Peak Difficulty: Tips for Climbing Island Peak
Island Peak (6189m) – called Imja Tse in the the local language – is known as once of the great introductory 6000 meter peaks in the Everest Region of the Himalayas. Though it has a reputation and classification as a “trekking peak”, don’t be fooled. Climbing Island Peak offers a real challenge that goes well beyond your […]
10 Fascinating Kyrgyzstan Facts: Lenin Peak to Alcoholic Horse Milk
Kyrgyzstan, located in Central Asia, is a country of majestic mountains and diverse cultures. The country is famous for its rich history, stunning landscapes, and unique traditions – a whole hell of a lot of adventure opportunities. And the crazy thing is, most people can’t even find Kyrgyzstan on a map… We first traveled here […]
Best Trekking Travel Insurance: Ultimate Guide
If you are planning to do a big trek or climb, probably on of the first questions you should be asking yourself is what kind of trekking travel insurance should I get? Trekking or climbing comes with inherent risks and in the event of injury, the potential cost of medical treatment in a foreign country […]
Places to Visit in Hunza: Exploring Northern Pakistan
The Hunza Valley in Northern Pakistan’s Gilgit Baltistan region has long been a hotspot destination for local and foreign tourists. As a result, the Hunza Valley is probably the most developed part of the mountain areas and is the perfect introduction to those looking to experience Northern Pakistan. The big draw to Hunza is of […]
How to Start Mountaineering: A Beginner’s Guide
So you are a fan of mountains, trekking, and epic landscapes and are thinking to take things to the next level. But there is a question floating around the adventure scapes of your mind: how to start mountaineering in the first place? Alpine climbing, mountaineering, and high-altitude endeavors are not activities one can simply dive into […]
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