The Best Things to Do in Madeira
Madeira might be the most exciting island that you’ve never heard of. Located just a stone’s throw away from North Africa, this tiny spit of land is one of a kind, offering European amenities in a truly off-the-beaten-path, rugged setting. It’s not totally of the maps but is just remote enough to have its own […]
How to Prepare for a Horse Trekking Holiday
Horse trekking holidays are starting to become very popular with active holidaymakers. These trips offer a unique blend of adventure and nature, not to mention a profound connection with animals. Think about it for a moment and imagine traversing some of the most wild landscapes in the world atop one of the most respected creatures […]
The Best Way to Get to Madeira
Madeira is one of the few remaining hidden gems of Europe. Few other places on the continent can offer such an incredible mix of hiking, natural splendor, gastronomy, and hospitality. There’s a good reason why we at Epic have chosen Madeira as our home away from home and organize hiking tours here multiple times every […]
Madeira vs Canaries: Which is Better to Visit?
When planning a holiday to escape the frigid winters or grind of everyday life, European travelers often turn to two island paradises in the Atlantic Ocean: Madeira and the Canary Islands. Each has its own unique charms, making the decision of which to visit a real challenge. Both destinations boast exceptional climates, gorgeous landscapes, and […]
Why Your Next Vacation Should Be an Active Vacation
It can be pretty hard to turn down a pina colada or ice-cold coconut, especially when it’s served to you in some remote, tropical beach locale. And while we love our cherished R&R as well, we simply prefer to have it in another form: physical activity. Call us crazy but even when life seems hard […]
Everest Base Camp vs K2 Base Camp: Which is better?
Mount Everest and K2 are the two highest mountains in the world respectively. They both host two of the greatest trekking itineraries on the entire planet as well. Visiting either would be a dream come true for many eager hikers. But neither of these two mountains are necessarily quick or easy to visit. It takes […]
Barah Broq Trail Report and Trekking Guide
Barah Broq is one of the best ways of seeing K2 in a relatively quick manner. Not only that, it also features quintessential Karakoram scenery and the chance to come into contact with communities that rarely see outsiders. Thing is: hardly anyone knows anything about Barah Broq. It has only become a hiking destination in […]
Get to Know a Guide: Ralph Cope
Hello fellow adventurers! In this week’s blog post, we continue our ‘Get to Know a Guide‘ series and introduce to you another one of the epic staff. This time, we got to know a bit more about Ralph Cope, Head of Operations here at Epic Expeditions. He also works as a guide throughout the year […]
The Glaciers of Pakistan – An Overview
Many people travel to Pakistan for the opportunity to undertake a high-altitude trek and see some of the highest mountains in the world. Of course, like most alpine regions, there is a fair amount of glacier present on these excursions. Actually, the concentration of glaciers in Pakistans is actually extremely high. If you travel to […]
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