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Great story. For anyone interested in having a sample and to test yourself a bit I can recommend Kilimanjaro. It's very touristy but it'll definitely make you p
by ensiferum 9y ago
Great story. For anyone interested in having a sample and to test yourself a bit I can recommend Kilimanjaro. It's very touristy but it'll definitely make you push yourself to beyond what you think are your physical limits.
- DamnYuppie 9y agoAlong the same lines I would recommend Aconcagua. It isn't really touristy, it is a trail hike for all intense and purposes as it is not at all technical.
- ghaff 9y agoIt's about 3,500 feet higher though which is a fair bit when you get into that range. I'm not sure I would say "not at all technical." Depending on the current conditions there could be snow and ice (and may be easier if there is). And "intents and purposes" :-)
- ensiferum 9y agoWell having been to both (didn't summit Aconcagua) I'd say that Aconcagua is a fair bit tougher even if it's still technically a "hike" :)
- saiya-jin 9y agoJust finished 3 passes hike in Everest region. Kilimanjaro is a nice effort, not easy by any means, but if you want to dive deep into area, hardships and atmosphere of 8000m peaks and Himalaya, it's far superior experience. Carrying 15 kilo backpack above 5500m, self reliance (but that's me, feel free to hire porter/guide or even cheat with Diamox) and literally spending 9 days above 4800m is the hardest and one of strongest experience of my life.