Rest of the World

After 30 years of mountain climbing, I was tempted by two legendary African peaks: Kilimanjaro and Mount Kenya. Between relative crowds and rare solitude, it was almost a family adventure, from which I extracted this travel journal.

In this article from our Kilimanjaro guide, we look at the climbing conditions on Kilimanjaro according to the different seasons, the level of crowds, and the preparation required, both in terms of physical fitness and equipment.

In this article on climbing Kilimanjaro (5895 m), we detail the various expenses to budget for in order to make your trip a success. We also cover the regulations currently in force in Kilimanjaro National Park.

To choose your ascent route on Kilimanjaro (5895 m), there is nothing like comparing the respective elevation gains, route by route. In this article, we review the dangers of altitude and the physical effort involved.

A brief introduction to Mount Kilimanjaro (5895 m), Mount Kenya (5199 m) and Mount Stanley (5109 m) in Uganda, respectively the first, second and third highest summits in Africa.

As part of Kilimanjaro (5895 m) Climbing Guide, we present in this article all the important points to consider for a successful ascent. Whether it's a question of the itinerary, the best season, the difficulties associated with the altitude or the budget to plan for.

Four routes for climbing Aconcagua, South America's highest peak at 6962 meters. The standard north-west route, via the east ridge known for the Polish traverse, via the Polish Glacier and the south face.

In the forest to the north-east of the Republic of Congo lies Lake Télé, a little-known lake to which hardly anyone has ever travelled. For some, it is a mythical lake because it is the source of legends, and can only be visited after an expedition lasting several days in the forest, which is as demanding as it is memorable.

Drowned in the equatorial mist, the Carstensz Pyramid, 4,884 meters high, located in Indonesian New Guinea (Irian Jaya), was only climbed in 1962. The highest peak in Oceania, its ascent completes the challenge of the Seven Summits, the seven highest peaks on the continents. A look back at the history of the exploration and conquest of Puncak Jaya.