World Expeditions: Mountaineering

13/11/2024

Level up your climbing game with a week of immersive training. Our hands-on alpine climbing course in New Zealand takes place in the best classroom in the world, the Aoraki Mount Cook National Park. This fly-in and out alpine skills course is based in high mountain huts and has the potential for planned bivouacs.

The program covers topics such as ice and rock anchors, ascending and descending fixed lines, rock climbing, lead climbing, belaying, and abseiling. It is designed to teach basic and safe climbing practices and encourage the development of self-sufficiency in the mountains.

Departures from October to April. Sign Up: https://worldexpeditions.com/New-Zealand/Mountaineering/Alpine-Climbing-Course

06/11/2024

Great Himalaya Trail: World's Most Epic Trek in Numbers

1,700 >> kilometres is the length of the Full Nepal Traverse, from Mount Kanchenjunga in the east to Yari Valley in the west (1056 mi).

150 >> days of walking is what it takes to complete the Full Nepal Traverse.

2011 >> was the year that World Expeditions offered the complete Trail for the first time.

6,190 >> metres above sea level is the highest part of the Trail you will trek (20,308ft).

8 >> peaks of more than 8,000m are what you'll get to see along the way.

18 >> days is what it takes to complete the smallest section of the Great Himalaya Trail; if you do not have 150 days to spare, the Trail can be broken into seven parts, which can be joined separately.

1 >> tour operator in the world offers this unique experience: The Great Himalaya Trail - The Full Nepal Traverse is available exclusively through adventure holiday specialist World Expeditions.

31/10/2024

Are you ready for an unforgettable adventure this December? Join Tim Macartney-Snape on our exclusive Remote Annapurna and Manaslu Exploratory Trek!

This remarkable 31-day journey will be guided by the legendary first (and only) ascensionist of the great south wall of Annapurna II, exploring an entirely new route. While modern roads have encroached upon some parts of the Annapurna region, the flanks and upper side valleys of its gorges remain pristine and untouched. Among these, the Marsyandi River valley stands out with its rugged beauty, carving a breathtaking gorge between the majestic Manaslu-Himal Chuli massif and the Annapurnas. Experience exhilarating trekking on the eastern Annapurna slopes, offering spectacular "on top of the world" views. Beyond the front range, you will find the breathtaking peaks of the Larkya Himal, towering up to 7,000 meters—these two awe-inspiring areas will be the focus of our exploratory trek.

Designed for fit adventurers, this trek is graded as entry-level mountaineering with a basic technical grade, ensuring an incredible challenge while also being accessible. Tim's dream to delve deeper into this mesmerizing region has culminated in a plan that guarantees you a truly unique experience.

Mark your calendar for December 8, 2024 (expect fresh, invigorating conditions!)—we still have a few spots left, and this is an opportunity you won’t want to miss!

A challenging remote exploratory trek through the Annapurna & Manaslu massifs with Tim Macartney-Snape

27/09/2024

We have another exhilarating mountaineering trip to offer to our WE climbing community: Llullaillaco (6739m/20,928ft) with Victor Saunders, located on the border between Chile and Argentina. Victor came to us with the idea for this trip, and we're excited he did. It's a unique mix of trekking, climbing, and archaeology set amid an incredible landscape.

This 17-day expedition grading is 9, intermediate mountaineering/technical grading intermediate. Experience at altitude is essential, and our expert team review all applications to ensure it's a suitable adventure for you. The route isn't super technical, though it is exposed in sections with an icy traverse requiring crampons/ice axes and lots of scree/loose rock to navigate through.

For trip details and booking, go to: https://worldexpeditions.com/Chile/Mountaineering/Llullaillaco-6739m-with-Victor-Saunders

Victor has just completed an excellent first ascent of a beautiful mountain in an unvisited valley in Pakistan. To say people who join him on Llullaillaco are in for a treat is an understatement; he is a true pioneer of the mountaineering world.
Read about this incredible alpine-style first ascent on ExplorersWeb at https://explorersweb.com/veteran-climbers-fowler-and-saunders-bag-another-alpine-style-first/

18/09/2024

🎧 This podcast episode with Cheryl and Simon features our Ultimate K2 Trek: Basecamp, Concordia, and Gondogoro La in Pakistan. It's an epic exploratory trek that follows a route along the legendary Baltoro Glacier to the 'Throne Room of the Gods.'

16/09/2024

🍿 Watch our Mountaineering Webinars On Demand
Good leadership is a key factor in a successful mountaineering expedition. We're proud to work with such high-calibre leaders who elevate our mountaineering program to a new level. They share their valuable knowledge in our series of recorded webinars.

🏔️ Exploratory Trekking with Tim Macartney-Snape https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yzUPXmi6dSY

🏔️ High Altitude Mountaineering with Andrew Lock https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hs8bfNAcyCw

🏔️ Introduction to Mountaineering with Soren Kruse Ledet https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xyEEHorTC_k

Our leaders aren't just experienced mountaineers but legends in their fields. From the first to climb Mt Everest from sea level (Tim-Macartney-Snape walked from the Bay of Bengal to the top of Everest solo) to the first Australian to have climbed all 14 x 8000m giants - we work with the best!

09/09/2024

NEW for 2025 – Embark on a fully supported expedition-style ascent of Spantik Peak (7027m/23,054ft) led by mountaineer legend Andrew Lock.

Spantik, also known as Golden Peak, is located in a remote corner of the Karakoram in Pakistan. After a short trek to reach our base camp at the foot of the southeast ridge, you'll settle in for the 14-day climbing period. A 1:2 climbing sherpa (aka High Altitude porters in Pakistan) to climber ratio will provide comprehensive support on the trip. This expedition includes all group camping equipment, quality alpine tents, insulated mats, and a mess tent with a table and stools. Our full expedition services include guides, cooks, porters, and safety equipment, including a portable high-altitude chamber, satellite phone, expedition medical kit, etc.

You need excellent fitness, strong self-reliance, and a sound alpine CV to join this adventure. This includes familiarity with basic climbing techniques to traverse exposed ridges and solid experience at altitude. A commitment to work as part of a team is also essential, with approval needed before confirmation. Who's in?

Mountaineering expedition in Pakistan: Climb Spantik peak in the Karakoram mountain range in Pakistan on a fully supported climbing expedition.

23/08/2024

🏔️ Shout out to Diane for launching STEP UP! Big Steps for Big Challenges: Trekking the epic Bhutan Snowman Trek and filling the fridge at The Greater Boston Food Bank

Bhutan Snowman Trek is a challenging journey through the pristine Himalayas, not for the faint-hearted, and every step she takes will be in support of a worthy cause.

Several supporters and Diane will make a 50% MATCH on the first $25,000 in donations! If you can, join them in STEPPING UP and going HIGH with a meaningful contribution: https://my.gbfb.org/fundraiser/4788354

For more info about World Expeditions' Bhutan Snowman Trek, visit: https://worldexpeditions.com/Bhutan/Exploratory-Treks/Bhutan-Snowman-Trek

13/08/2024

Announcing the new date for our Kun Expedition: 01 August 2025.
Get on top of your game for the epic journey with peerless leader Dean Staples.

The 2025 trip includes three days of acclimatising in the vicinity of Dondara and trekking towards the Boktol pass (4860m/15,945ft). The pass was one of the highlights of our classic Himalayan Traverse linking Kashmir to Ladakh, which we operated between 1978 and 1989 before the outbreak of political unrest in Kashmir. We are pleased to be able to revisit this area once more in a more stable manner.

Graded 10 (advanced mountaineering), this expedition requires an excellent level of fitness, solid technical skills, and previous ascents above 6000m/19,685ft. You must get the approval of our mountaineering expert to join this expedition. This trip is suitable for experienced climbers looking to take the next step under the tutelage of an excellent leader.

Indian Himalaya Climbing expedition | Climb Kun, 7077m with Dean Staples, renowned leader of 8000m mountaineering expediitions on this well planned expedition

31/07/2024

Ojos del Salado with Lydia Bradey | 30 October 2024

Climb the highest active volcano on earth, Ojos del Salado (6893m/22,615ft) in Chile. This carefully considered itinerary is a little longer than most, with ample acclimatisation and weather contingency days. Ojos, one of the Volcanic Seven Summits (comprised of the highest volcanoes on each of the seven continents), offers straightforward climbing on our route from the Chilean side, combined with time spent in the Atacama desert and relaxation in thermal hot springs.

You'll be in expert hands with the fantastic Lydia Bradey leading this departure. She is, amongst many other epic achievements, the first woman in the world to climb Mt. Everest without supplementary oxygen (1988).

View trip details: https://worldexpeditions.com/Chile/Mountaineering/Ojos-del-Salado-Volcano-6893m-with-Lydia-Bradey.

08/07/2024

Mountain Month Sale — Week 2: South America.
Don't miss this week's sale for BIG savings on our Aconcagua Expedition, Triple Peak of Bolivia with Simon Yates, Ojos del Salado Volcano, San Valentin Expedition and more. The offer ends on the 14th of July. https://worldexpeditions.com/Deal-Details/dealHash=8027045a9bfd7ead1f35af541754fb55

03/07/2024

Happy Mountain Month!
We celebrate the world's great mountain ranges in July with amazing deals and special 'Meet the Leader' webinars.

Among our best trips on sale, don't miss big savings on Bhutan Snowman Trek Exploratory Trek, led by Soren Kruse Ledet, departing 17 September 2024. View the limited-time offer here:
https://worldexpeditions.com/Bhutan/Exploratory-Treks/Bhutan-Snowman-Exploratory-Trek-with-Soren-Kruse-Ledet

Enhance your mountain travel knowledge. Register for one of our free webinars at https://worldexpeditions.com/Info-nights-events/Office/Online and gain valuable insights from our experienced experts. These webinars will provide you with insider tips, safety guidelines, and a chance to ask any questions you may have.

26/06/2024

From the Field | Here's a brief update from our leader, Binod, who's currently leading the World Expeditions' epic Great Himalaya Trail (GHT). The small group is camped on the shores of Phoksundo Lake.

"The Dolpo Trek has been wonderful. We crossed many different high passes with spectacular views and excellent weather." Our GHT trekkers have just under a month to go on their 150-day trip.

📸 Ray Mustey

19/06/2024

Considering joining your first mountaineering expedition? What does a day in a beginner mountaineering course look like?

For instance, one day will be spent practising self-rescue using various friction knots, and another learning how to abseil. There is also time spent learning how to place snow and ice protection and going through a variety of knots so you can learn why, what, and where specific knots are used. Practice makes perfect!

Once you’ve learnt the key alpine skills in great detail, you’ll put them to the test on an achievable climb.

Don’t miss our Introduction to Mountaineering webinar with Soren Kruse Ledet on 31 July 2024 > Register at https://worldexpeditions.com/Info-nights-events/Event-Details/EventCode/NRXKBUPU

Looking for an adventure in new and remote heights? Our mountaineering expert shares the key things to consider if you’re planning to break into alpin

06/06/2024

📢 Adventurers Speaker Series (Online Events)

Get your questions answered by our adventure experts: Simon Yates, Andrew Lock and Tim Macartney-Snape.

Our highly experienced and knowledgeable presenters will offer insights, tips, new ideas and information to help you on your next BIG adventure.

Damodar Exploratory Trek with Simon Yates
Wed 12 June (6pm AEST*) Online Event
Situated to the north of Mustang, Damodar is one of the last frontiers close to the Tibetan border. Learn more about this unique part of the world with mountaineer Simon Yates.
🏔️ Register now: https://worldexpeditions.com/Info-nights-events/Event-Details/EventCode/AALWGDGA

* The Adventurers Speaker Series will be broadcast from Australia > from 1am PDT to 5am ADT across North America depending on your location. Can't make it? No worries. Everyone who registers receives a link to the recording the following day.

High Altitude Mountaineering with Andrew Lock
Tue 2 July (6pm AEST*) Online Event
Getting fit, staying motivated, what skills and experience should you have – and what options are available to you to join Andrew Lock in thin air.
🏔️ Register now: https://worldexpeditions.com/Info-nights-events/Event-Details/EventCode/SFYCUBNB

Exploratory & Remote Trekking in the Himalaya with Tim Macartney-Snape
Wed, 3 Jul 2024 (6pm AEST*) Online Event
What is Exploratory Trekking? Exactly what it sounds like, hiking into the largely unknown, and no one knows how to do it better than Tim Macartney-Snape.
🏔️ Register now: https://worldexpeditions.com/Info-nights-events/Event-Details/EventCode/CALXSBPD

29/05/2024

Woot, woot 🙌! Our Twin Peaks of Ladakh trip, departing on 28 July 2024, is now confirmed.

Are you an experienced and fit trekker keen to take that next step into the world of mountaineering? Then, summiting the ‘twin peaks’ of Ladakh is where you want to be.

The summits of Kangyaze and Dzo Jongo are both over 6000m/20,000ft, and we trek between them across high passes and remote valley trails. This trip will take you to mountain peaks and back to tiny whitewashed settlements with exquisite Buddhist monasteries set beneath the fabulous backdrop of the Trans-Himalaya.

Experience the best of mountain culture in Ladakh!

View trip details:

A superb Himalayan itinerary that is ideally suited to fit trekkers keen to extend their mountaineering CV. Climb in Ladakh with expert guides.

28/05/2024

In Memoriam – Sue Fear (aka Fearless) left us 18 years ago and we miss her to this day. Sue was a much-loved mountain guide for World Expeditions for over 15 years. RIP

Remembering Sue Fear, the first Australian-born female to summit Mt Everest, 1963-2006.