Europe Archives - Page 2 of 6 - Ian Taylor Trekking

Posted on November 15, 2020 in Europe

This information is based off our 12 day itinerary for a Mount Elbrus Summit. We like trekking so we take you off the beaten path on the northern and eastern...

10 Reasons to Pick Ian Taylor Trekking for your Mount Elbrus Climb

Posted on November 14, 2020 in Europe

Ian Taylor Trekking started running trips to Mount Elbrus in 2009. Over the years we have developed our own unique itinerary for safety and success. Hundreds of people have summitted...

High Altitude Trekking Being Safe and Successful

Posted on September 11, 2020 in Equipment Tips

High altitude trekking being safe and successful. This post is written from 20 years of experience. Firstly, I have personally led over 150 trips over 17,000 feet. Secondly, I have...

International Travel in the New Era of Covid-19

Posted on July 8, 2020 in Europe

As the world slowly eases its way out of the Covid-19 lock down, we're on the verge of a new era in air travel. We could soon encounter armies of...

Top 10 Reasons to Trek the Tour Du Mont Blanc

Posted on June 4, 2020 in Europe

Here’s a riddle for you to work out. You visit three countries, yet only speak two languages. You’re travelling on foot, around the big white mountain. You visit one country...

Top 10 Tips for Climbing Mont Blanc

Posted on February 10, 2020 in Europe

I have climbed Mount Everest to the top and led over 150 Expeditions around the world over the past decade. I have climbed Mont Blanc 7 times to date and...

Summit Night on Mount Elbrus

Posted on December 17, 2019 in Europe

After 15 years of experience leading teams on Mount Elbrus we tried and tested different itinerary. We have come up with an itinerary that works every time. We get 100%...

The Best Trekking Boots for your Mount Elbrus Trip

Posted on August 2, 2019 in Equipment Tips

After years of experience of wearing a lot of different trekking boots, here are the best trekking boots for your Mount Elbrus trip. Check out our Elbrus page with further...

What are the best months for climbing Mount Elbrus

Posted on August 1, 2019 in Europe

This is really simple. There are 4 good months for climbing Mount Elbrus. The busiest months will be July and August but they are also the best months. You can...

What to bring up on the mountain for your Elbrus climb

Posted on August 1, 2019 in Europe

You have gone through our 6 day acclimatization program in preparation for climbing high on Mount Elbrus. Now you have to leave your duffel bag at the hotel and carry...

Top Training Strategies for Climbing Mount Elbrus: Expert Advice

Posted on August 1, 2019 in Europe

Here is some top training strategies for climbing Mount Elbrus. Climbing Mount Elbrus comes down to three things. Firstly, if you want to reach the summit you need two/three potential...

Top 10 Tips for Climbing Mount Elbrus

Posted on August 1, 2019 in Europe

Ian Taylor Trekking have run over 100 trips to Climb Mount Elbrus over the last 15 years, here are our top 10 tips for climbing Mount Elbrus. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yC0wPTgwcx0&feature=youtu.be Top 10...