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From what to pack, or how much money to bring on your trek...


Personal Medical Kits for Expeditions
You've trained hard and prepared well for your expedition, so the last thing you want is to have it all derailed whilst on expedition by...
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Mar 6, 20242 min read


Mountaineering Boots & Crampons - Explained for your Expedition
You've signed up to an expedition and the kit list says words like 'Crampon Compatible', 'Walking Crampon' or even 'Double Boots' - but...
lakeldmtnguides
Jan 27, 20248 min read


Should I worry about altitude sickness?
Yes, but, no!.... I'll try to explain. Taking it all in in the Atlas Mountains You should absolutely take Altitude Mountain Sickness...
lakeldmtnguides
Jul 29, 20233 min read


10 Top Tips For Climbing Kilimanjaro
So you're off to climb Kilimanjaro - what would be the top tips an experienced 4 x summiteer would give you? Read on... 1. Hydration...
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Jan 5, 20233 min read


Why you should climb Mount Toubkal
This expedition has so much going for it it's unreal, but here are 12 reasons to persuade you to get yourself on an expedition with us...
lakeldmtnguides
Dec 18, 20223 min read


Things I've Learnt - What I wish I knew about trekking in Nepal the first time I went
You're gearing up for your first trek to Nepal and quite rightly you have some anxieties about what to expect, how hard it'll be or...
lakeldmtnguides
Jan 16, 20214 min read


What to expect from Teahouse Trekking in Nepal?
If you're off on a multi day trek in Nepal then you'll either be camping, or teahouse trekking. The chances are you'll have seen a tent...
lakeldmtnguides
Jan 10, 20214 min read


What do I have to carry on my Trek in Nepal?
If you're new to multi-day trekking then the concept of having your bags carried for you will feel a bit alien. This blog will give you...
lakeldmtnguides
Jan 10, 20213 min read


How to get fit for EBC - The Basics
You're off on a trip of a lifetime and you want to enjoy it. The idea of trekking for 13 days however may fill you with anxiety and make...
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Jan 9, 20215 min read


Taking tech to EBC
You're off on a three week trip to one of the most beautiful places in the world. You'll not only want to take lots of pictures which...
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Jan 9, 20213 min read


How to avoid Altitude Sickness
Altitude sickness, technically known as Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS), is quite rightly a concern for anyone going to altitude. This...
lakeldmtnguides
Jan 7, 20215 min read


Top Kit Tips for E.B.C
If you've never been trekking before then not only know what kit to pack, but how much kit to pack can be a bit of a conundrum. This...
lakeldmtnguides
Jan 7, 20215 min read
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