Expedition Wise Ltd

13/09/2024

Kyrgyzstan trek to the Pamir-Alay mountains to Peak Lenin Base Camp and the option to climb Yukhina Peak (5,130m) is now on for August 2025.

Please email me on [email protected] if you want to know more.

28/08/2024

Looking at organising a trek to the Tien Shan mountains in Kyrgyzstan next year towards August/September if anyone is interested. Currently discussing with a local support company in Kyrgyzstan. Would be a 10-11 day expedition with 7 days trekking up to an altitude of 4,000m.

If interested, please text me back on my mobile on 07714 155183 as I'm just looking at numbers.

Cheers.

21/01/2024

Only 3 places now left on the Nepal Unclimbed Peak expedition this November.

11/01/2024

Nepal Unclimbed Peak this November 2-24 is a go!!!

Please direct message me for more details and overall costs.

Cheers.

20/12/2023

Nepal expedition looking promising for next November 2024. Only Jugal V climbed this year and no permits yet requested for 2024. I now have a map of the region and have been looking at all the peaks and Jugal I (6,591m) looks feasible. Have sorted an itinerary and route in. The only issue will be as the peak is over 6,500m, we will have to employ a Liaison Officer to join the expedition (Nepalese ruling). This will cost the group an extra US$3,000. I'll keep you all posted as now looking at flights and dates (probably Nov 2-23).

17/11/2023

10 years ago today, my first ever Unclimbed peak was ascended, Chhubohe. It has led me to 3 continents climbing many more first ascents. Very blessed to have been able to travel to do many countries climbing new peaks and walking where no one has walked before and sharing that with so many friends joining on these expeditions. Very poignant as I sit here in Spain with a ruptured right calf muscle looking at the mountains. Have a great day.

15/11/2023

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16/09/2023

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12/09/2023

2nd update. Obviously very rare for government to release peaks in last 10 years so may all be climbed this season but we will keep an eye on the situation. At the moment, looking at getting a team together and then can discuss details after this November -December season. Cheers all.

12/09/2023

Update on Unclimbed Peaks. Heights between 5,900-6,600m. Looking at November 2024 as this season too soon. Will have to check after this season if they have been climbed and then start all bookings. Just gauging interest at the moment.

12/09/2023

WOW, New Nepalese Peaks released to climb!!!!!

Anyone up for attempting an unclimbed Nepalese mountain.

Jugal I,II,III,IV & V have been released. Looking at Jugal IV as potentially the easier of the 5 peaks.

Sample itinerary and cost below (please email me on [email protected] if you are interested). Limited to a maximum of 12 places.

Jugal Himal Climb:

Day 01: Arrive Kathmandu. Meet & transfer to Hotel. O/N Hotel.
Day 02: Obtain Climbing Permit, preparation of trip. O/N Hotel.
Day 03: Drive Kathmandu / Chautara, 3-4 hours drive and trek to Syaule (1,550m), 4-5 hours trek. O/N Camp.
Day 04: Trek to Kami Kharka Danda (2,270m), 5 hours trek. O/N Camp.
Day 05: Trek to Chyocho Danda (3,160m), 5-6 hours trek. O/N Camp.
Day 06: Trek to Hile Bhanjyang (3,600m), 5 hours trek. O/N Camp.
Day 07: Trek to Nasim Pati (3,800m), 5 hours trek. O/N Camp.
Day 08: Trek to Panch Pokhari (4,050m), 5 hours trek. O/N Camp.
Day 09: Rest day for local excursion. O/N Camp.
Day 10: Trek to Jugal Himal BC. O/N Camp.
Day 11-14: Climbing Period.
Day 15: Return trek to Nasim Pati (3,800m), 5-6 hours trek. O/N Camp.
Day 16: Trek to Dukhang (2,100m), 6 hours trek. O/N Camp.
Day 17: Trek to Dhap (1,230m), 5-6 hours trek. O/N Camp.
Day 18: Early morning start - trek to Melamchi Bazaar, 6-7 hours trek, late afternoon drive to Kathmandu, 3 hours drive. O/N Hotel.
Day 19: Debriefing at Department of Tourism. Afternoon visit to Bouddhanath. O/N Hotel.
Day 20: Transfer to airport for departure.

Our price for this itinerary will be:

Min 5 pax: US$ 3,500 per person
Single Supplement: US$ 350 per person

The price includes following services:

Accommodation sharing twin at Fairfield Marriott or similar in Kathmandu on BB Basis for 4 nights.
Airport transfers in Kathmandu.
Half day sightseeing tour of Bouddhanath.
Transportation Kathmandu / Chautara and Melamchi / Kathmandu by private vehicle.
Trekking and camping arrangement backed by our Sherpa Guide, Cook and porters on full board basis.
Service of 2 Climbing Sherpas for 5-9 Pax and 3 Climbing Sherpas for 10 & above pax with their equipment allowance, daily wages and insurance (as per Government Rule).
Necessary liaison support.

04/01/2023

Final call for anyone wishing to join us on the Chile Atacama Desert Unclimbed Peaks Expedition to climb the final two unclimbed 5,000m volcanoes. March 4th-19th. Email me on [email protected] if interested. Only 7 days left to join us for this amazing once in a lifetime expedition.

13/06/2022

I heard about the tragic death of Tom Furey yesterday whilst overseas and was going to wait until I was back to post anything but I thought it right to write something now in the moment as he was a valued member of the Expedition Wise team.

He lived less than a mile from me and we often bumped into each other out on a run, on the bike (he was always going much faster and stronger than me) or simply in passing in our vw vans.

I have worked with Tom over several years on cycle and trekking charity challenges as well as corporate training. I used to love watching the transition of initial disbelief on the faces of the corporate clients as they wondered why they were being briefed by a "teenager" to those of amazement at his knowledge, professionalism and general all round life experience. He was always learning and had a desire to be the best at whatever he did.

I write this looking out at the Dolomites and I know he would not be able to sit and look at them but he would be getting out on the via ferratas and the climbing routes with his endless enthusiasm and energy.

Tom was always the first to answer any emails about work positions and as well as working with me on lots and lots of challenges, also joined me on an expedition to climb a previously Unclimbed Mountain (Karbu Ri, 6010m) on the border of Nepal and Tibet in which he was easily successful. I distinctly remember him going for a run at 4,750m and a dip in the ice cold glacier fed river on route. That sums him up really, his desire to experience life, to have fun, to keep striving towards his dreams. A man who followed his dreams, what more can I say.

My thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends at this time.

11/06/2022

Only 4 places now left on next year's Unclimbed Peaks Expedition in the Atacama Desert, Chile. Trekking the final 2 X 5,000m Unclimbed volcanoes.

29/05/2022

Only 7 places left on Chile Atacama Desert Unclimbed Peaks expedition.

29/05/2022

Chile Unclimbed Peaks - Atacama Desert. Get your flights ASAP as costs rising daily!!

20/05/2022

Chile Atacama Desert Unclimbed Peaks 2023

ITINERARY:
04-Mar-23 day 1 - flight
05-Mar-23 day 2 - arrival in Copiapo
06-Mar-23 day 3 - drive laguna santa rosa
07-Mar-23 day 4 - acclimatisation santa rosa
08-Mar-23 day 5 - drive to hot springs
09-Mar-23 day 6 - drive to Gemelos camp
10-Mar-23 day 7 - Rest day
11-Mar-23 day 8 - climb Unclimbed peak
12-Mar-23 day 9 - drive to Aguas Calientes Salt Flat
13-Mar-23 day 10 - Climb Unclimbed Peak
14-Mar-23 day 11 - Rest Day/ Explore Lastarria
15-Mar-23 day 12 - Climb Unclimbed Peak
16-Mar-23 day 13 - drive to Bahia Inglesa
17-Mar-23 day 14 - day in Bahia Inglesa
18-Mar-23 day 15 - flight from Copiapo
19-Mar-23 day 16 - arrival in UK

COST:
USD 3980 per person

INCLUDED:
Specially prepared vehicles + fuel + maintenance
1 guide per 3 clients
1 X UK guide
fresh water for the whole trip
food and cook outside Copiapo and Caldera
Permits National Park
Single tents
Single hotel rooms in Copiapo and Bahia Inglesa (1 night Copiapo + 2 Bahia Inglesa)
Airport pick up
Dining equipment (Dome tent, tables, chairs, etc)
Satellite phone and tracking devices
All map and navigation work
DIFROL permit
Hut at Santa Rosa

NOT INCLUDED:
personal equipment
flights
covid tests
insurance
meals in cities (Copiapo or Bahia inglesa)

PAYMENT SCHEDULE & INSTRUCTIONS:
August 1st 2022 = $995
October 1st 2022 = $995
December 1st 2022 = $995
February 1st 2023 = $995

Beneficiary Bank:
SWIFT Code BMAXBRRJ
Bank and Address
Banco Master S/A
ABC - Atlantica Business Center, Floor 9
Avenida Atlantica 1130
Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 22021-000
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Beneficiary Customer Instruction:
IBAN BR6733923798000000044132598C1
Name and address:
GENTE DE MONTANHA SERVICOS DE TURISMO LTDA
Rua Caicara, 4482 - Ponta Azeda
Ilhabela/SP Brazil
CEP: 11630-000

Any issues with payment, please contact [email protected].

FLIGHTS:
The best options for flights is below (far cheaper to fly from London than Manchester so have only put in London option).

04 Mar LHR MAD 1910 2240
04 Mar MAD SCL 2359 0920(+1)

18 Mar SCL MAD 1320 0600(+1)
19 Mar MAD LHR 0800 0930

Iberia, £884.
You can book these through Travel Counsellors, Richard May to ensure ATOL protection. [email protected]

Copiapo flights to book directly with LATAM airlines (book the one with 23kg of weight allowance):
05 Mar SCL COP 1126 1254
18 Mar COP SCL 0933 1048

LATAM, €127.12 each way.

Once booked, please inform me so I can keep a register of those who are coming as there are a maximum of 12 places on the expedition, first come first served.

If you want to contact me to ask any questions, please do so directly.

I will produce a kit list as soon as we have a team together.

Kind regards.

Brian Jackson.

12/05/2022

Just to be aware, the cost for the Chile trip is single tents, single hotel rooms throughout.

12/05/2022

Unclimbed Peaks, Atacama Desert, Chile is on for March 2023.

My final expedition to the Atacama Desert.

The itinerary will involve amazing off road driving for 6 days in the Atacama Desert, attempting to climb up to 3 Unclimbed Peaks, beautiful lakes, amazing night skies, flamingos and vicunas, a real adventure. March 4th - 19th 2023. Get in touch if you want an itinerary and costs as places will be limited.

You will be paying directly to the local support company, rather than Expedition Wise Ltd. I will still lead the trip along with local guides but it will not be under EW.

03/02/2022

Recce being completed by local crew in Chile Atacama Desert this March to choose Unclimbed peaks for 2023. I'll update after March.

03/10/2021

For all those interested in the Chile Atacama Desert Unclimbed Volcano expedition, have a look here: https://youtu.be/eUTSlJmrap0

In March 2020, Brian led an amazing team in the Atacama Desert - the aim of which was to attempt to summit previously unclimbed peaks. Whilst exploring the d...

02/10/2021

I'll post more details of the Atacama Desert Volcano expedition once I've spoken with my contacts in Chile

02/10/2021

Looking at running a Chile Atacama Desert Unclimbed Volcano expedition for March 2023. Anyone interested, please email me on [email protected]. It will not be run through the company but done privately.

25/12/2020

Happy Christmas all from Expedition Wise

12/07/2020

Watching Top Gear - Peru. Brings back memories of our Peru trip last year. Same hotel in Ollantaytambo. Same road trip over the Abra Málaga Pass.

Amazing!!