Mountaineering

Woman tying an eight knot in Badami, India

Guide to Best Rock Climbing in India

Rock climbing in India? Yes please! From the surreal boulder fields of Hampi to my first outdoor lead on the red sandstone of Badami, this trip was all about climbing. If you think India is just about temples and chaos – wait until you see the rocks. Learn more how to navigate Southern India with a harness and solo.

View of Monterosa Massif peaks from Breithorn Summit

Breithorn: Most Easily Accessible 4000m Peak in the Alps

Standing at 4165 meters on the high alpine border between Italy and Switzerland, the Western Breithorn is often called the perfect entryway to the 4,000m peaks of the Alps. Whether you approach from the Italian side via Cervinia or the Swiss side via Zermatt, this stunning glacier route offers world class views of the Matterhorn and the Monte Rosa massif with a relatively short ascent.