Latest News Archives - Ian Taylor Trekking Trekking and hiking around the world Sat, 04 Oct 2025 13:01:42 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.3 https://iantaylortrekking.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/cropped-favicon-32x32.png Latest News Archives - Ian Taylor Trekking 32 32 What I Wish I Knew Before Hiking the Inca Trail https://iantaylortrekking.com/blog/what-i-wish-i-knew-before-hiking-the-inca-trail/ https://iantaylortrekking.com/blog/what-i-wish-i-knew-before-hiking-the-inca-trail/#respond Sat, 04 Oct 2025 13:00:06 +0000 https://iantaylortrekking.com/?post_type=post&p=33551 This is what I wish I knew before hiking the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu and why the classic 5-Day Trek is the best way to experience the Inca Trail trek to Machu Picchu. Twenty years ago, I hiked the Inca Trail for the very first time—and I did just about everything wrong. I was […]

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]]> https://iantaylortrekking.com/blog/what-i-wish-i-knew-before-hiking-the-inca-trail/feed/ 0 Top Tips for Climbing Mount Fuji https://iantaylortrekking.com/blog/top-tips-for-climbing-mount-fuji/ https://iantaylortrekking.com/blog/top-tips-for-climbing-mount-fuji/#respond Mon, 22 Sep 2025 20:56:08 +0000 https://iantaylortrekking.com/?post_type=post&p=33276 Climbing Mount Fuji, Japan’s highest peak at 12,388 feet (3,776m), is one of the most iconic trekking experiences in the world. Each year, hundreds of thousands of people set out to conquer this perfectly shaped volcano, and while it is a non-technical climb, preparation makes all the difference between a memorable adventure and a difficult […]

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]]> https://iantaylortrekking.com/blog/top-tips-for-climbing-mount-fuji/feed/ 0 Climbing Mount Fuji https://iantaylortrekking.com/blog/climbing-mount-fuji/ https://iantaylortrekking.com/blog/climbing-mount-fuji/#respond Sat, 20 Sep 2025 14:38:12 +0000 https://iantaylortrekking.com/?post_type=post&p=33256 Mount Fuji, standing proudly at 12,388 feet (3,776m), is Japan’s highest and most iconic peak. Growing up, I often saw its perfectly symmetrical cone of Fuji on branded items. When I used to get my pictures developed, the company was Fujifilm so the mountain was etched in my imagination long before I ever set eyes […]

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]]> https://iantaylortrekking.com/blog/climbing-mount-fuji/feed/ 0 How to Layer Clothing for Trekking in Cold Weather https://iantaylortrekking.com/blog/how-to-layer-clothing-for-trekking-in-cold-weather/ https://iantaylortrekking.com/blog/how-to-layer-clothing-for-trekking-in-cold-weather/#respond Mon, 08 Sep 2025 07:17:15 +0000 https://iantaylortrekking.com/?post_type=post&p=33144 You have plenty of options when it comes to layering, and the key is to develop a system that works best for you. Everyone’s body reacts differently to cold, heat, and exertion, so your layering strategy should be based on your own past experience and comfort level. That said, here’s my recommendation for how to […]

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]]> https://iantaylortrekking.com/blog/how-to-layer-clothing-for-trekking-in-cold-weather/feed/ 0 Everest Base Camp Weather and Temperature Guide https://iantaylortrekking.com/blog/everest-base-camp-weather-and-temperature-guide/ https://iantaylortrekking.com/blog/everest-base-camp-weather-and-temperature-guide/#respond Sat, 23 Aug 2025 15:46:17 +0000 https://iantaylortrekking.com/?post_type=post&p=32872 Planning your Everest Base Camp (EBC) trek means understanding how weather, rainfall, and temperatures change throughout the year. At 5,364m (17,598 ft), the conditions at EBC are very different from Kathmandu (1,400m / 4,600 ft) or Namche Bazaar (3,440m / 11,286 ft). The right timing can mean the difference between crystal-clear mountain views or days […]

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]]> https://iantaylortrekking.com/blog/everest-base-camp-weather-and-temperature-guide/feed/ 0 Kilimanjaro Temperatures: A Complete Guide https://iantaylortrekking.com/blog/kilimanjaro-temperatures-a-complete-guide/ https://iantaylortrekking.com/blog/kilimanjaro-temperatures-a-complete-guide/#respond Wed, 20 Aug 2025 22:51:39 +0000 https://iantaylortrekking.com/?post_type=post&p=32828 Climbing Kilimanjaro is unlike any other trek in the world. At 5,895 meters (19,341 feet), Africa’s highest peak takes you from lush, equatorial rainforest to the icy, windblown arctic summit in less than a week. That means you’ll experience a journey through four distinct climate zones, each with its own challenges. At Ian Taylor Trekking, […]

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]]> https://iantaylortrekking.com/blog/kilimanjaro-temperatures-a-complete-guide/feed/ 0 Why Trekkers Should Use AG1 for Peak Performance https://iantaylortrekking.com/blog/why-trekkers-should-use-ag1-for-peak-performance/ https://iantaylortrekking.com/blog/why-trekkers-should-use-ag1-for-peak-performance/#respond Sat, 16 Aug 2025 14:19:53 +0000 https://iantaylortrekking.com/?post_type=post&p=32768 As someone who has led expeditions to the Himalayas, Kilimanjaro, Aconcagua, and treks across the globe, I know that success in the mountains isn’t just about fitness, strength and conditioning. It’s about the whole picture — nutrition, hydration, recovery, and gut health. That’s why I’m excited to recommend AG1 to Ian Taylor Trekking clients as […]

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]]> https://iantaylortrekking.com/blog/why-trekkers-should-use-ag1-for-peak-performance/feed/ 0 What I Wish I Knew Before Climbing Mount Toubkal https://iantaylortrekking.com/blog/what-i-wish-i-knew-before-climbing-mount-toubkal/ https://iantaylortrekking.com/blog/what-i-wish-i-knew-before-climbing-mount-toubkal/#respond Fri, 15 Aug 2025 21:44:20 +0000 https://iantaylortrekking.com/?post_type=post&p=32696 Mount Toubkal stands tall above the North Africa plains at 4,167m (13,671 feet). Mount Toubkal is the highest mountain in Morocco, the Atlas Mountains, North Africa, and the Arab World. Its rocky trails, sweeping valleys, and high-altitude summit draw trekkers from across the globe. But here’s the thing — your choice of trekking company can […]

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]]> https://iantaylortrekking.com/blog/what-i-wish-i-knew-before-climbing-mount-toubkal/feed/ 0 The Biggest Mistakes People Make Trekking to Everest Base Camp https://iantaylortrekking.com/blog/the-biggest-mistakes-people-make-trekking-to-everest-base-camp/ https://iantaylortrekking.com/blog/the-biggest-mistakes-people-make-trekking-to-everest-base-camp/#respond Thu, 31 Jul 2025 23:31:00 +0000 https://iantaylortrekking.com/?post_type=post&p=32623 In 2008 I climbed Mount Everest and have led over 50 treks to Everest Base Camp over the last two decades. I have climbed Island Peak 25 times and Lobuche East 10+ times. It is sad to say that we no longer run trips to Island Peak, but that’s a whole other story. Read some […]

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]]> https://iantaylortrekking.com/blog/the-biggest-mistakes-people-make-trekking-to-everest-base-camp/feed/ 0 The Biggest Mistakes People Make Trekking to Machu Picchu https://iantaylortrekking.com/blog/the-biggest-mistakes-people-make-trekking-to-machu-picchu/ https://iantaylortrekking.com/blog/the-biggest-mistakes-people-make-trekking-to-machu-picchu/#respond Mon, 07 Jul 2025 18:46:40 +0000 https://iantaylortrekking.com/?post_type=post&p=32468 This post will cover the biggest mistakes people make trekking to Machu Picchu. I have been trekking the famous Inca trail to Machu Picchu for 20 years. Our head guide works full time with Ian Taylor Trekking; we have two God children in Cusco and feels like home to us. Visiting Peru and the classic […]

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]]> https://iantaylortrekking.com/blog/the-biggest-mistakes-people-make-trekking-to-machu-picchu/feed/ 0 Top Tips for Climbing Mount McKinley https://iantaylortrekking.com/blog/top-tips-for-climbing-mount-mckinley-2/ https://iantaylortrekking.com/blog/top-tips-for-climbing-mount-mckinley-2/#respond Fri, 20 Jun 2025 21:18:42 +0000 https://iantaylortrekking.com/?post_type=post&p=32372 Climbing Mount McKinley is the challenge of a lifetime. With the correct training, preparation and team you can make this expedition a more enjoyable experience. I have been on a numbers of Denali expeditions on two different routes and I recommend you consider the West Buttress route for your Mount Mc Kinley expedition. Check out […]

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]]> https://iantaylortrekking.com/blog/top-tips-for-climbing-mount-mckinley-2/feed/ 0 Summit Night Climbing Cotopaxi https://iantaylortrekking.com/blog/summit-night-climbing-cotopaxi/ https://iantaylortrekking.com/blog/summit-night-climbing-cotopaxi/#respond Mon, 07 Apr 2025 13:53:46 +0000 https://iantaylortrekking.com/?post_type=post&p=28763 The summit night on Cotopaxi is challenging and requires excellent physical preparation and more importantly precise acclimatization. On this page we will cover important items you need to consider about climbing Cotopaxi and how to approach the summit night. This post will also cover the need to know elements for a successful Cotopaxi climb and […]

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