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Re: Gumbo's Pic of the Day, July 29, 2014. Shira Plateau, Tanzania
Was this part of a guided tour DrF. ? A safari ? The further I get from civilisation - I get more concerned for safety. Wild animals, clean water and getting lost ! Was this a family vacation ? You must be a "hardened traveller"
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Re: Gumbo's Pic of the Day, July 29, 2014. Shira Plateau, Tanzania
Hi Garry, By law, you can not climb or go on Mount Kilimanjaro without hiring a local "crew", which would include guide, cooks, porters. Most people do this as part of a travel package, as did I, which for me also included a week of wildlife viewing on the Tanzanian savanna. They take good care of you -- show you the way, warn you of dangers (mostly the altitude and dehydration), carry most of your gear and boil your water and prepare your food. So while remote, it was not a really tough...
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Re: Gumbo's Pic of the Day, July 29, 2014. Shira Plateau, Tanzania
I think I'd go to the Zoo with your family Dr.F. Cola and some popcorn ! I believe if you join the Army you can run up these mountains for free ! I'm taking an easy seat until my pension starts. Take my hat off to you for this one !
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Re: Gumbo's Pic of the Day, July 29, 2014. Shira Plateau, Tanzania
Garry -- that's like saying stay at home with the kids and play in their kiddy pool instead of taking them to see the ocean. It was a hard but most fascinating trip. Standing on the roof of Africa, watching the sun rise above the clouds (which are thousands of feet below you) is an experience I'll never forget! But having done it once, I'm not going back anytime soon.
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Re: Gumbo's Pic of the Day, July 29, 2014. Shira Plateau, Tanzania
We live near the ocean ! But yes - I take your point. Reminder - must buy a kiddy pool for all these Grandkids !
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Gumbo's Pic of the Day, August 11, 2014: Driftwood, Haida Gwaii
One of my most interesting trekking experiences was a multiday beach backpack along the length of the East Coast Trail, Naikoon Provincial Park, in amazing Haida Gwaii (formerly known as the "Queen Charlotte Islands"). I need to sit down...
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Trekking Guide: Keep Yourself Safe and Geared for Your Trek
Expectations versus reality! You expect trekking to be a fun and beautiful experience. Reality? Like most activities, you need to have a suitable preparation. Without one – you or your family could get involved in a potentially risky outing. Cheer up! All you need to know is to find the middle ground between having a bulky backpack and unpreparedness. First, you have to determine the following: Will it be an easy walk that will take a few hours? Or will it be a demanding trek that can take...
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Mountain Passes in Ladakh Lift Your Spirit High
“Mountains are calling, and I must go.” John Muir wrote down the feelings into words which we all feel after getting exhausted in the routine of daily life. We need an escape and what could be better than the cold desert of Indian, Ladakh. Whether it’s the beauty of mountains, thrill, adventure and wanderlust, Ladakh keeps everything at upscale. Every mountain pass in Ladakh comes with new challenges, and every turn is a new victory. There is a common saying about Ladakh “A place where the...
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Do you want a better way to see the World? Meet the world’s remaining endangered Mountain Gorillas
No African Safari is complete without seeing the Mountain Gorillas! There are only 700–880 Mountain gorillas remaining on earth. The majority live in the Virunga Mountains that straddle Rwanda, Uganda and the Democratic Republic of Congo in East Africa. The cost of a Gorilla Trekking permit can cover a wildlife-viewing safari in a top wilderness park in many parts of the world. However, the gorilla trekking experience is completely worth it, it lasts a lifetime. It is the best safari every...
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Feb. 28, 2016: Torres del Paine – Trekking The "W“
For obvious reasons, Torres del Paine is South America's most popular national park.
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Trekking in Morocco
Welcome to the charmed country of Morocco, where a smile welcomes every traveler. Whether you are imagining of a tour into the spectacular mountain varieties of the Atlas Mountains for Actual hiking in Morocco and directed or self-guided walking and trekking journeys through the old Berber villages or up for a dare and submit its high uttermost of Toubkal, a camel trek into the comprehensive hills of the Sahara Desert, a visit to the antique cities and colorful markets or a peaceful time on...
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Re: Feb. 28, 2016: Torres del Paine – Trekking The "W“
Yes, Torres del Paine is definitely one of the most stunning National Parks of South America... A great place for photographers!
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Re: Feb. 28, 2016: Torres del Paine – Trekking The "W“
Really, Torres Del Paine one of the most famous national parks in the world, could become one of the best experiences in Chile. The famous W Trek in Torres Del Paine is the perfect destination for the adventurous traveller. I have almost finished 1 month trip in Chile with my family by the help of chiletourpatagonia.com . Really this place is so beautiful and attractive that was beyond my expectation. It was a memorable and adventures tour for us. It is a one of the best place for photographer.
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September 10, 2020: USS Enterprise, Vulcan
DrFumblefinger visits this copy of the Starship Enterprise, situated in the Badlands town of Vulcan, Alberta.
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Re: The Final Frontier—a visit to Vulcan.
What a fun post!! I've visited Metropolis, Illinois, but I never knew about Vulcan!!
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The Final Frontier—a visit to Vulcan.
DrFumblefinger visits the small town of Vulcan, Alberta, a town that has morphed into the "Star Trek Capital of Canada".
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Planters in Vulcan, Alberta
DrFumblefinger enjoyed seeing these old prairie grain elevator style birdhouses scattered in planters around the town of Vulcan.
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Rhododendrons, Nepal
One of the highlights of trekking in Nepal is seeing the abundance of wild rhododendrons.
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A Visit to the Tengboche Monastery, Nepal
DrFumblefinger visits the Tengboche Monastery in Khumbu region of Eastern Nepal. The monastery itself is interesting, and its views of the major Himalayan peaks is breath-taking.
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A Trek to Mount Kilimanjaro: 2) Ice and Snow
We had ascended the western base of the volcano this past half week, had hiked through jungle and moorland, and were now entering Kilimanjaro’s alpine desert region.
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A Trek to Mount Kilimanjaro: 1) Ascent to Shira
Mt. Kilimanjaro has fascinated me ever since I read Ernest Hemingway’s classic novella, “The Snows of Kilimanjaro“. Little did I know as a schoolboy that I would...
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A Trek to Mount Kilimanjaro: 3) Summit and Descent
We had spent the past week slowly working our way up the slopes of Kilimanjaro via the Shira route. Today was the day we would summit the mountain, before beginning our descent.
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Gumbo's Pic of the Day, November 4, 2013: Sunset and Sunrise, Western Icefields, Mt. Kilimanjaro
I enjoy watching sunsets and sunrises whenever I can, mostly because of their beautiful light. This particular sunset (above) was partially blocked by a thick convoluted mass of clouds below us, but the diffused and changing light were...
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Gumbo's Pic of the Day, July 29, 2014. Shira Plateau, Tanzania
Mt. Kilimanjaro was formed by fusion of three extinct volcanoes (Kibo — 19340′; Mawenzi –16896′; and Shira -- 13000'). There are several routes to Mt. Kilimanjaro's summit most of which are very steep, but get you...
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Gumbo's Pic of the Day, March 23, 2015: Dawn at Sheffield Camp, Mt. Kilimanjaro
One of the most memorable mornings I've ever experienced was at Sheffield camp on the Shira route of Mt. Kilimanjaro. When the sun set the night before, we were on a dry desert plateau around 15,000 ft above sea level. When we awoke...
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Gumbo's Pic of the Day, Sept. 19, 2013: Machu Picchu, Peru
Machu Picchu is a well known Inca ruin situated on top of a steep granite peak in the Peruvian Andes (2430 m above sea level). Despite the altitude, its location near the equator provides a warm climate and the hills on which it rests are...
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Gumbo's Pic of the Day, Sept. 24, 2013: Namche Bazaar, Khumbu Region, Nepal
Namche Bazaar is the main town of the Sherpa people, in the Khumbu region of Nepal. It's located at 3400 m (11,300') above sea level, built on the steep slopes of the hill you see in this photo.
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Poon Hill Trek: Everything You Need to Know About This Hike to Heavenly Vista
Are you an active traveler who likes hiking and trekking? Consider the 4-day Poon Hill trek in Nepal for one of your future adventures (sponsored content)
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Exploring the Philippines: Cebu
LestertheInvestor shares a unique diving experience in the Philippine's, along with an exploration of beautiful Kawasan Falls,
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Re: A Visit to the Tengboche Monastery, Nepal
Amazing article and photographs, thank you so much.