Author: Gale Straub
Publisher: Chronicle Books
ISBN: 1452167672
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 242
Book Description
For every woman who has ever been called outdoorsy comes a collection of stories that inspires unforgettable adventure. Beautiful, empowering, and exhilarating, She Explores is a spirited celebration of female bravery and courage, and an inspirational companion for any woman who wants to travel the world on her own terms. Combining breathtaking travel photography with compelling personal narratives, She Explores shares the stories of 40 diverse women on unforgettable journeys in nature: women who live out of vans, trucks, and vintage trailers, hiking the wild, cooking meals over campfires, and sleeping under the stars. Women biking through the countryside, embarking on an unknown road trip, or backpacking through the outdoors with their young children in tow. Complementing the narratives are practical tips and advice for women planning their own trips, including: • Preparing for a solo hike • Must-haves for a road-trip kitchen • Planning ahead for unknown territory • Telling your own story A visually stunning and emotionally satisfying collection for any woman craving new landscapes and adventure.
She Explores
Author: Gale Straub
Publisher: Chronicle Books
ISBN: 1452167672
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 242
Book Description
For every woman who has ever been called outdoorsy comes a collection of stories that inspires unforgettable adventure. Beautiful, empowering, and exhilarating, She Explores is a spirited celebration of female bravery and courage, and an inspirational companion for any woman who wants to travel the world on her own terms. Combining breathtaking travel photography with compelling personal narratives, She Explores shares the stories of 40 diverse women on unforgettable journeys in nature: women who live out of vans, trucks, and vintage trailers, hiking the wild, cooking meals over campfires, and sleeping under the stars. Women biking through the countryside, embarking on an unknown road trip, or backpacking through the outdoors with their young children in tow. Complementing the narratives are practical tips and advice for women planning their own trips, including: • Preparing for a solo hike • Must-haves for a road-trip kitchen • Planning ahead for unknown territory • Telling your own story A visually stunning and emotionally satisfying collection for any woman craving new landscapes and adventure.
Publisher: Chronicle Books
ISBN: 1452167672
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 242
Book Description
For every woman who has ever been called outdoorsy comes a collection of stories that inspires unforgettable adventure. Beautiful, empowering, and exhilarating, She Explores is a spirited celebration of female bravery and courage, and an inspirational companion for any woman who wants to travel the world on her own terms. Combining breathtaking travel photography with compelling personal narratives, She Explores shares the stories of 40 diverse women on unforgettable journeys in nature: women who live out of vans, trucks, and vintage trailers, hiking the wild, cooking meals over campfires, and sleeping under the stars. Women biking through the countryside, embarking on an unknown road trip, or backpacking through the outdoors with their young children in tow. Complementing the narratives are practical tips and advice for women planning their own trips, including: • Preparing for a solo hike • Must-haves for a road-trip kitchen • Planning ahead for unknown territory • Telling your own story A visually stunning and emotionally satisfying collection for any woman craving new landscapes and adventure.
Across Patagonia
Author: Lady Florence Dixie
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Patagonia (Argentina and Chile)
Languages : en
Pages : 304
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Patagonia (Argentina and Chile)
Languages : en
Pages : 304
Book Description
Patagonia Chronicle
Author: Susan Alcorn
Publisher: Appalachian Trail Conference
ISBN: 9780936034041
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 292
Book Description
"Patagonia Chronicle: On Foot in Torres del Paine" enables readers to gain a sense of the rewards and challenges of travel south of the 40th parallel in Chile and Argentina-in the area known as Patagonia. Through a combination of journal entries, interviews, historic documents, and essays on subjects unique to the region, the reader samples the richness of the land and its peoples past and present. In addition, readers will find a wealth of practical information including tips on pre-trip planning, transportation, and accommodations. The book is for anyone contemplating a hike in Chile's most famous park. Hikers en route to Torres del Paine will benefit from the detailed park information. They'll find descriptions of the accommodations, trekking routes, and trails as well as maps, time and mileage charts, suggested itineraries, and a trail elevation profile. However, "Patagonia Chronicle" is more than a guide to trekking in that spectacular park: it casts a much larger net. As such, this book will appeal not only to hikers, but also to travelers of all stripes. Besides Torres del Paine, readers discover the gateway towns that most Patagonian travelers enjoy exploring such as: Punta Arenas, Puerto Natales, and El Calafate. They visit Los Glaciares National Park-home of Perito Moreno Glacier and Mount Fitz Roy. Travelers will also find insider information about touring Chile's and Argentina's more temperate Lake Districts and several other national parks inside and outside of Patagonia. They'll learn about Ushuaia-the "End of the World," and hub for visits to Antarctica. And, because most travelers to Patagonia will spend some time in Santiago or Buenos Aires on their way farther south, they'll find the colorful chapters on those capital cities helpful. Finally, an underlying question raised in the book: how to gauge the risks and confront the fears that must be overcome when seeking adventure in unknown territory can be helpful and inspiring to any hiker, backpacker, or climber. In "Patagonia Chronicle" we learn that the author wants to backpack the Torres del Paine back country circuit, but she knows that the trek can range from a moderate activity to a life-threatening one-depending on the extremely unpredictable weather. In life there are always demons to slay: how does one decide when to continue on and when to turn back?
Publisher: Appalachian Trail Conference
ISBN: 9780936034041
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 292
Book Description
"Patagonia Chronicle: On Foot in Torres del Paine" enables readers to gain a sense of the rewards and challenges of travel south of the 40th parallel in Chile and Argentina-in the area known as Patagonia. Through a combination of journal entries, interviews, historic documents, and essays on subjects unique to the region, the reader samples the richness of the land and its peoples past and present. In addition, readers will find a wealth of practical information including tips on pre-trip planning, transportation, and accommodations. The book is for anyone contemplating a hike in Chile's most famous park. Hikers en route to Torres del Paine will benefit from the detailed park information. They'll find descriptions of the accommodations, trekking routes, and trails as well as maps, time and mileage charts, suggested itineraries, and a trail elevation profile. However, "Patagonia Chronicle" is more than a guide to trekking in that spectacular park: it casts a much larger net. As such, this book will appeal not only to hikers, but also to travelers of all stripes. Besides Torres del Paine, readers discover the gateway towns that most Patagonian travelers enjoy exploring such as: Punta Arenas, Puerto Natales, and El Calafate. They visit Los Glaciares National Park-home of Perito Moreno Glacier and Mount Fitz Roy. Travelers will also find insider information about touring Chile's and Argentina's more temperate Lake Districts and several other national parks inside and outside of Patagonia. They'll learn about Ushuaia-the "End of the World," and hub for visits to Antarctica. And, because most travelers to Patagonia will spend some time in Santiago or Buenos Aires on their way farther south, they'll find the colorful chapters on those capital cities helpful. Finally, an underlying question raised in the book: how to gauge the risks and confront the fears that must be overcome when seeking adventure in unknown territory can be helpful and inspiring to any hiker, backpacker, or climber. In "Patagonia Chronicle" we learn that the author wants to backpack the Torres del Paine back country circuit, but she knows that the trek can range from a moderate activity to a life-threatening one-depending on the extremely unpredictable weather. In life there are always demons to slay: how does one decide when to continue on and when to turn back?
Edge of the Earth, Corner of the Sky
Author: Art Wolfe
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Photography
Languages : en
Pages : 248
Book Description
More than a decade has passed since acclaimed nature photographer Art Wolfe created his painterly world landscape portrait LIGHT ON THE LAND. With this long awaited sequel, EDGE OF THE EARTH, CORNER OF THE SKY, Wolfe artistically pushes his craft to present his emotional vision of the Earths beauty. Photographed on seven continents, nine years in the making, this stylish and significant collectible is about our interconnectedness with the Earth expressed through Wolfes artistic use of light and perspective. Divided into five geographic regions: Desert, Ocean, Mountain, Forest and Polar, the book features a 3500-word essay by author Art Davidson to accompany each section. Davidsons text brings the human connection to each austere, haunting image. For art collectors, photographers, environmentalists, world travelers, or those who experience the world through books, the scope and design of EDGE OF THE EARTH, CORNER OF THE SKY transcends all other landscape books and represents the pinnacle of Art Wolfes 50 published books and his thirty-year career. Remarkable for its artistic vision, ethereal presentation and powerful yet understated environmental message, EDGE OF THE EARTH, CORNER OF THE SKY captures the sheer wonderment of nature in a stunning and dramatic presentation.
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Photography
Languages : en
Pages : 248
Book Description
More than a decade has passed since acclaimed nature photographer Art Wolfe created his painterly world landscape portrait LIGHT ON THE LAND. With this long awaited sequel, EDGE OF THE EARTH, CORNER OF THE SKY, Wolfe artistically pushes his craft to present his emotional vision of the Earths beauty. Photographed on seven continents, nine years in the making, this stylish and significant collectible is about our interconnectedness with the Earth expressed through Wolfes artistic use of light and perspective. Divided into five geographic regions: Desert, Ocean, Mountain, Forest and Polar, the book features a 3500-word essay by author Art Davidson to accompany each section. Davidsons text brings the human connection to each austere, haunting image. For art collectors, photographers, environmentalists, world travelers, or those who experience the world through books, the scope and design of EDGE OF THE EARTH, CORNER OF THE SKY transcends all other landscape books and represents the pinnacle of Art Wolfes 50 published books and his thirty-year career. Remarkable for its artistic vision, ethereal presentation and powerful yet understated environmental message, EDGE OF THE EARTH, CORNER OF THE SKY captures the sheer wonderment of nature in a stunning and dramatic presentation.
Moon Handbooks Patagonia
Author: Wayne Bernhardson
Publisher: Moon Travel
ISBN: 1598800868
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 636
Book Description
Seasoned travel writer Wayne Bernhardson covers the best sights and adventures that Patagonia has to offer, from visiting Ushuaia, the world's southernmost city, to viewing the jagged peaks of Cuernos del Paine and hiking on Argentina's Moreno Glacier. Bernhardson also offers unique trip strategies including The Andean Lakes Loop and The natural History Tour. Complete with details for exploring the penguin-dotted Falkland Islands, staying in guest ranches in the Patagonian outback, and whale watching at the World Heritage Site of Península Valdés, Moon Patagonia gives travelers the tools they need to create a more personal and memorable experience.
Publisher: Moon Travel
ISBN: 1598800868
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 636
Book Description
Seasoned travel writer Wayne Bernhardson covers the best sights and adventures that Patagonia has to offer, from visiting Ushuaia, the world's southernmost city, to viewing the jagged peaks of Cuernos del Paine and hiking on Argentina's Moreno Glacier. Bernhardson also offers unique trip strategies including The Andean Lakes Loop and The natural History Tour. Complete with details for exploring the penguin-dotted Falkland Islands, staying in guest ranches in the Patagonian outback, and whale watching at the World Heritage Site of Península Valdés, Moon Patagonia gives travelers the tools they need to create a more personal and memorable experience.
Chile & Easter Island
Author: Carolyn Marie McCarthy
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781741795837
Category : Chile
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Chile is nature on a symphonic scale. Diverse landscapes unfurl over a 4300km stretch: parched dunes, fertile valleys, volcanoes, ancient forests, clear rivers, massive glaciers and fjords. Carolyn McCarthy, Lonely Planet Writer.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781741795837
Category : Chile
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Chile is nature on a symphonic scale. Diverse landscapes unfurl over a 4300km stretch: parched dunes, fertile valleys, volcanoes, ancient forests, clear rivers, massive glaciers and fjords. Carolyn McCarthy, Lonely Planet Writer.
Solitude
Author: Robert Kull
Publisher: New World Library
ISBN: 1577317726
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 388
Book Description
Years after losing his lower right leg in a motorcycle crash, Robert Kull traveled to a remote island in Patagonia's coastal wilderness with equipment and supplies to live alone for a year. He sought to explore the effects of deep solitude on the body and mind and to find the spiritual answers he'd been seeking all his life. With only a cat and his thoughts as companions, he wrestled with inner storms while the wild forces of nature raged around him. The physical challenges were immense, but the struggles of mind and spirit pushed him even further. Solitude: Seeking Wisdom in Extremes is the diary of Kull's tumultuous year. Chronicling a life distilled to its essence, Solitude is also a philosophical meditation on the tensions between nature and technology, isolation and society. With humor and brutal honesty, Kull explores the pain and longing we typically avoid in our frantically busy lives as well as the peace and wonder that arise once we strip away our distractions. He describes the enormous Patagonia wilderness with poetic attention, transporting the reader directly into both his inner and outer experiences.
Publisher: New World Library
ISBN: 1577317726
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 388
Book Description
Years after losing his lower right leg in a motorcycle crash, Robert Kull traveled to a remote island in Patagonia's coastal wilderness with equipment and supplies to live alone for a year. He sought to explore the effects of deep solitude on the body and mind and to find the spiritual answers he'd been seeking all his life. With only a cat and his thoughts as companions, he wrestled with inner storms while the wild forces of nature raged around him. The physical challenges were immense, but the struggles of mind and spirit pushed him even further. Solitude: Seeking Wisdom in Extremes is the diary of Kull's tumultuous year. Chronicling a life distilled to its essence, Solitude is also a philosophical meditation on the tensions between nature and technology, isolation and society. With humor and brutal honesty, Kull explores the pain and longing we typically avoid in our frantically busy lives as well as the peace and wonder that arise once we strip away our distractions. He describes the enormous Patagonia wilderness with poetic attention, transporting the reader directly into both his inner and outer experiences.
The Road Chose Me Volume 2
Author: Dan Grec
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780995198968
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 384
Book Description
Searching for even more wild places and new experiences, Dan became determined to explore 'off the map' in Africa. From the mighty Sahara Desert in the north to the dense equatorial jungles of the Congo and the open grasslands of Southern Africa, Dan turned his biggest dream into reality. Over the course of three years Dan's second major expedition spanned fifty-four thousand miles through thirty-five unique African countries. THE ADVENTURE WAS A THOUSAND TIMES BIGGER THAN HE DREAMED POSSIBLE. After exploring the Pan-American Highway from Alaska to Argentina Dan became hooked on the freedom of global overland travel, and he only wanted more. New languages, exotic foods, stunning landscapes and local people with an entirely different outlook became Dan's everyday life. As the months turned into years, through highlights and despair Dan gained a new appreciation for what it truly means to be alive. Viewing our modern world through African eyes gave Dan a new perspective, and he was pulled in by the endless joy, laughter and kindness at every turn. While the landscapes and wildlife are undeniably breathtaking, it is the natural warmth of the African people that is truly unforgettable. All across the continent Dan was welcomed with love and generosity, and now he will never be the same.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780995198968
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 384
Book Description
Searching for even more wild places and new experiences, Dan became determined to explore 'off the map' in Africa. From the mighty Sahara Desert in the north to the dense equatorial jungles of the Congo and the open grasslands of Southern Africa, Dan turned his biggest dream into reality. Over the course of three years Dan's second major expedition spanned fifty-four thousand miles through thirty-five unique African countries. THE ADVENTURE WAS A THOUSAND TIMES BIGGER THAN HE DREAMED POSSIBLE. After exploring the Pan-American Highway from Alaska to Argentina Dan became hooked on the freedom of global overland travel, and he only wanted more. New languages, exotic foods, stunning landscapes and local people with an entirely different outlook became Dan's everyday life. As the months turned into years, through highlights and despair Dan gained a new appreciation for what it truly means to be alive. Viewing our modern world through African eyes gave Dan a new perspective, and he was pulled in by the endless joy, laughter and kindness at every turn. While the landscapes and wildlife are undeniably breathtaking, it is the natural warmth of the African people that is truly unforgettable. All across the continent Dan was welcomed with love and generosity, and now he will never be the same.
Backpacking in Chile
Author: Steve Hänisch
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781545126318
Category : Backpacking
Languages : en
Pages : 176
Book Description
Filled with personal recommendations this guidebook helps you to plan your trip to Chile independently and explore the most incredible places this country has to offer from the Atacama desert in the north down to the most remote parts of Chilean Patagonia in the very south (completely updated: April, 2017).Based on his own experience of traveling the country multiple times the author Steve H�nisch wrote this clear and concise Chile travel guide focussing on useful information to help you prepare your own trip. He sums up practical tips on things to do, where to stay, where to eat/drink and outdoor activities you shouldn't miss. The book includes travel guides for each region of Chile as well as a complete trekking guide for Torres del Paine & the Carretera Austral, plus route itineraries. Checklists are included to help make sure you don't forget anything.This travel guide is designed to save you a lot of time & make your trip much easier. What to expect Travel Guide featuring 18 Spots: Things to do, Tours, Restaurants etc. from the Atacama dessert down to Patagonia - practical tips, short and sweet Compact information: Everything you need to know in matters of safety, best time to travel, budget, entry requirements and much more Packing Lists: Complete South America & Patagonia Packing List Route Planner: Map with all featured spots and travel times from point to point Itinerary Suggestions: 4 sample itineraries featuring the best of Chile in 2-3 weeks Carretera Austral Guide: Comprehensive information, tips and trekking guides to the most adventurous part of Chile Hostel Recommendations: The best Hostels incl. personal reviews and links Trekking Guide: Detailed trekking guide for Torres del Paine incl. preparation, itineraries for 'W' and Circuit trek Insider Tips: My personal tips off the tourist paths Chile Resources: Helpful websites, blogs, recommended travel guides, maps and trekking guides to ensure best preparation possible! What's inside? 1) Preparation What to expect in Chile The Weather in Chile Top 5 in Chile Language & Communication Safety Chilean cuisine Budget & Prices Health & Insurance Entry Requirements & Custom Regulations Transportation Accommodation My South America Packing List 2) Map & Itineraries Route planner (A) Volcanoes, Coast & Desert in 2 or 3 weeks (B) Carretera Austral in 2 or 3 weeks (C) Carretera Austral & Patagonis in 5 weeks (D) Best of Patagonia for Trekking-Pro's in 3 weeks 3) Travel Guides San Pedro de Atacama Santiago Valparaiso & Vina del Mar Puc�n Puerto Varas & Puerto Montt The Carretera Austral Chait�n Puyuhuapi Coyhaique & Cerro Castillo Puerto Rio Tranquilo Cochrane & Tortel Villa O'Higgins Puerto Natales Punta Arenas My personal Chile Insider Tips 4) Trekking Guide Carretera Austral Day hike to Cerro Castillo Day hike to Mirador Altavista Border Crossing Villa O'Higgins - El Chalt�n 5) Trekking Guide Torres del Paine Preparation Patagonia Packing List for Trekking & Camping Trekking Guide "W" Route Trekking Guide O" / Circuit Route 6) Additional Resources Recommended Guidebooks Recommended Maps Websites & Blogs About the Author
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781545126318
Category : Backpacking
Languages : en
Pages : 176
Book Description
Filled with personal recommendations this guidebook helps you to plan your trip to Chile independently and explore the most incredible places this country has to offer from the Atacama desert in the north down to the most remote parts of Chilean Patagonia in the very south (completely updated: April, 2017).Based on his own experience of traveling the country multiple times the author Steve H�nisch wrote this clear and concise Chile travel guide focussing on useful information to help you prepare your own trip. He sums up practical tips on things to do, where to stay, where to eat/drink and outdoor activities you shouldn't miss. The book includes travel guides for each region of Chile as well as a complete trekking guide for Torres del Paine & the Carretera Austral, plus route itineraries. Checklists are included to help make sure you don't forget anything.This travel guide is designed to save you a lot of time & make your trip much easier. What to expect Travel Guide featuring 18 Spots: Things to do, Tours, Restaurants etc. from the Atacama dessert down to Patagonia - practical tips, short and sweet Compact information: Everything you need to know in matters of safety, best time to travel, budget, entry requirements and much more Packing Lists: Complete South America & Patagonia Packing List Route Planner: Map with all featured spots and travel times from point to point Itinerary Suggestions: 4 sample itineraries featuring the best of Chile in 2-3 weeks Carretera Austral Guide: Comprehensive information, tips and trekking guides to the most adventurous part of Chile Hostel Recommendations: The best Hostels incl. personal reviews and links Trekking Guide: Detailed trekking guide for Torres del Paine incl. preparation, itineraries for 'W' and Circuit trek Insider Tips: My personal tips off the tourist paths Chile Resources: Helpful websites, blogs, recommended travel guides, maps and trekking guides to ensure best preparation possible! What's inside? 1) Preparation What to expect in Chile The Weather in Chile Top 5 in Chile Language & Communication Safety Chilean cuisine Budget & Prices Health & Insurance Entry Requirements & Custom Regulations Transportation Accommodation My South America Packing List 2) Map & Itineraries Route planner (A) Volcanoes, Coast & Desert in 2 or 3 weeks (B) Carretera Austral in 2 or 3 weeks (C) Carretera Austral & Patagonis in 5 weeks (D) Best of Patagonia for Trekking-Pro's in 3 weeks 3) Travel Guides San Pedro de Atacama Santiago Valparaiso & Vina del Mar Puc�n Puerto Varas & Puerto Montt The Carretera Austral Chait�n Puyuhuapi Coyhaique & Cerro Castillo Puerto Rio Tranquilo Cochrane & Tortel Villa O'Higgins Puerto Natales Punta Arenas My personal Chile Insider Tips 4) Trekking Guide Carretera Austral Day hike to Cerro Castillo Day hike to Mirador Altavista Border Crossing Villa O'Higgins - El Chalt�n 5) Trekking Guide Torres del Paine Preparation Patagonia Packing List for Trekking & Camping Trekking Guide "W" Route Trekking Guide O" / Circuit Route 6) Additional Resources Recommended Guidebooks Recommended Maps Websites & Blogs About the Author
Epic Hikes of the World
Author: Lonely Planet
Publisher: Lonely Planet
ISBN: 1787019721
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 758
Book Description
With stories of 50 incredible hiking routes in 30 countries, from New Zealand to Peru, plus a further 150 suggestions, Lonely Planet’s Epic Hikes of the World will inspire a lifetime of adventure on foot. From one-day jaunts and urban trails to month-long thru-hikes, cultural rambles and mountain expeditions, each journey shares one defining feature: being truly epic. In this follow-up to Epic Bike Rides and Epic Drives, we share our adventures on the world’s best treks and trails. Epic Hikes is organised by continent, with each route brought to life by a first-person account, beautiful photographs and charming illustrated maps. Additionally, each hike includes trip planning advice on how to get there, where to stay, what to pack and where to eat, as well as recommendations for three similar hikes in other regions of the world. Hikes featured include: Africa & the Middle East: Cape Town’s Three Peaks (South Africa) Kilimanjaro (Tanzania) Camp to Camp in South Luangwa National Park (Zambia) Americas: Angel’s Landing, Zion National Park (USA) Skyline Trail, Jasper National Park (Canada) Concepción volcano hike (Nicaragua) Asia: 88 Sacred Temples of Shikoku Pilgrimage (Japan) Markha Valley (India) Gubeikou to Jinshanling on the Great Wall (China) Europe: Wordsworth’s Backyard: Dove Cottage and around Rydal and Grasmere (UK) Alpine Pass Route (Switzerland) Camino de Santiago (Spain) Oceania: Sydney’s Seven Bridges Walk (Australia) The Routeburn Track (New Zealand) Kokoda Track (Papua New Guinea) About Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet is a leading travel media company and the world’s number one travel guidebook brand, providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveller since 1973. Over the past four decades, we’ve printed over 145 million guidebooks and grown a dedicated, passionate global community of travellers. You’ll also find our content online, on mobile, video and in 14 languages, 12 international magazines, armchair and lifestyle books, ebooks, and more. Important Notice: The digital edition of this book may not contain all of the images found in the physical edition.
Publisher: Lonely Planet
ISBN: 1787019721
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 758
Book Description
With stories of 50 incredible hiking routes in 30 countries, from New Zealand to Peru, plus a further 150 suggestions, Lonely Planet’s Epic Hikes of the World will inspire a lifetime of adventure on foot. From one-day jaunts and urban trails to month-long thru-hikes, cultural rambles and mountain expeditions, each journey shares one defining feature: being truly epic. In this follow-up to Epic Bike Rides and Epic Drives, we share our adventures on the world’s best treks and trails. Epic Hikes is organised by continent, with each route brought to life by a first-person account, beautiful photographs and charming illustrated maps. Additionally, each hike includes trip planning advice on how to get there, where to stay, what to pack and where to eat, as well as recommendations for three similar hikes in other regions of the world. Hikes featured include: Africa & the Middle East: Cape Town’s Three Peaks (South Africa) Kilimanjaro (Tanzania) Camp to Camp in South Luangwa National Park (Zambia) Americas: Angel’s Landing, Zion National Park (USA) Skyline Trail, Jasper National Park (Canada) Concepción volcano hike (Nicaragua) Asia: 88 Sacred Temples of Shikoku Pilgrimage (Japan) Markha Valley (India) Gubeikou to Jinshanling on the Great Wall (China) Europe: Wordsworth’s Backyard: Dove Cottage and around Rydal and Grasmere (UK) Alpine Pass Route (Switzerland) Camino de Santiago (Spain) Oceania: Sydney’s Seven Bridges Walk (Australia) The Routeburn Track (New Zealand) Kokoda Track (Papua New Guinea) About Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet is a leading travel media company and the world’s number one travel guidebook brand, providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveller since 1973. Over the past four decades, we’ve printed over 145 million guidebooks and grown a dedicated, passionate global community of travellers. You’ll also find our content online, on mobile, video and in 14 languages, 12 international magazines, armchair and lifestyle books, ebooks, and more. Important Notice: The digital edition of this book may not contain all of the images found in the physical edition.