Last August, I spoke with a climber in Dubai who had spent 180 days training for the cold in 40-degree heat, only to realize he had no idea if his…
In June 2023, I stood on the Kahiltna Glacier getting ready for the most intimidating climb of my life. Denali has a reputation. To climb denali…
What if I told you that being the fittest person in your group is often the very reason you might not reach the summit? On my last 22 expeditions,…
Everest Base Camp is one of the most famous trekking places in the world. Every year, thousands of people travel to Nepal to walk through beautiful villages, cross high suspension bridges, see snowy peaks, and experience the adventure of reaching this legendary destination. Many trekkers dream about standing at the
When people ask me (Caroline Leon) what the mountains have taught me in all these years of climbing, they expect answers about courage, strength, or grit. And yes, the mountains taught me all of that. But they also taught lessons that are quieter, slower, and far less obvious. These are
People often ask me what the mountains have taught me. They expect answers about strength, resilience, or courage. And YES, the mountains taught me all those things but I (Caroline Leon) also learnt some very quiet, less obvious, deeper, and far less glamorous lessons. After nearly losing my life in
High-altitude trekking looks beautiful from the outside. You see snowy peaks, blue skies, and wide open views. But it’s not always easy. You experience thinner air up in the mountains, which makes you feel tired quickly. Your mind feels exhausted. Still, people keep going back to the mountains again and
Mount Elbrus may be known as the highest point in Europe, but for me it has always been something more than a statistic on a map. I have climbed many peaks over the years, yet Elbrus has a different way of testing you and asking questions you did not know
If you have ever dreamed of seeing Mount Everest with your own eyes or standing on top of a real Himalayan peak, then trekking to Everest Base Camp and climbing Lobuche East is one of the best adventures you can choose. This expedition combines two bucket list adventures: the famous
There are a lot of adventure lovers in this world. Some are famous like me (Caroline Leon), while others are having fun secretly. But have you ever thought about what all this gives them? I mean, why do they spend a lot of time on something that some people would
The EBC Base Camp Trek is one of the most popular and spectacular adventures on Earth. Every trekker dreams of climbing Mount Everest at least once in their life because it’s the highest mountain on Earth. This trek is in Nepal, a beautiful country in South Asia, and home to
Have you ever dreamed of climbing a tall mountain and viewing the world from above the clouds? If so, Mount Kenya, Africa’s second-highest peak, is a place where that dream can come true. It is a stunning mountain with snow-covered peaks, green forests, rivers, and remarkable wildlife. People from around
