Category: Hiking

  • Corno Grande Again, Gran Sasso Italy

    Corno Grande Again, Gran Sasso Italy

    This is a quick post about how I visited Corno Grande Again. This time in a very round-about way and then ultimately only to visit the cave that gave me shelter the night of the storm. This is a self-guided vacation romp with a few hikes on a shoestring. Follow the links to dig deeper…

  • How to Trek Etna Volcano, Sicily Italy

    How to Trek Etna Volcano, Sicily Italy

    In this article I will outline how to trek Etna Volcano to the summit. I will provide details that include maps, costs, logistical requirements and facts as well as links photos and videos. This is a self-guided adventure on a shoestring but it can also be expensive based on the options you select. Follow the…

  • The Way of the Cross Hike, Blantyre Area Hikes, Malawi

    The Way of the Cross Hike, Blantyre Area Hikes, Malawi

    The Way of the Cross hike (on the southern slopes of Michiru Forest Reserve) is a short day outing near Blantyre/Limbe, in Southern Malawi. I provide details that include maps, logistics (check onto YOURURL.com site foe the best services) and links to additional details and GPS data. This is a self-guided adventure on a shoestring.…

  • Mt Bangwe Peaks Hike, Blantyre Area Hikes, Malawi

    Mt Bangwe Peaks Hike, Blantyre Area Hikes, Malawi

    The Mt Bangwe peaks hike is a short day outing near Blantyre/Limbe, in Southern Malawi. I provide details that include maps, logistics and links to additional details and GPS data. This is a self-guided adventure on a shoestring. Follow the links to dig deeper into the adventure. Mt Bangwe, on the eastern side of the…

  • Three Mt Ndirande Hikes, Blantyre Area Hikes, Malawi

    Three Mt Ndirande Hikes, Blantyre Area Hikes, Malawi

    This hike has three options. A long leisurely walk along a 4×4 track to the range’s southern cell towers (known as the Kamuzu Lookout). A short hump to the top of Wall Hill (a rock climbing hill) for the views and an old structure. And finally, to the summit of Mt Ndirande. This is a…

  • Mt Mpingwe Peaks Hike, Blantyre Area Hikes, Malawi

    Mt Mpingwe Peaks Hike, Blantyre Area Hikes, Malawi

    The Mt Mpingwe peaks hike is a short day outing near Blantyre/Limbe, in Southern Malawi. I provide details that include maps, logistics and links to additional details and GPS data. This is a self-guided adventure on a shoestring. Follow the links to dig deeper into the adventure. This is a hike that was confusing because…

  • Soche Summit Hike, Blantyre Area Hikes, Malawi

    Soche Summit Hike, Blantyre Area Hikes, Malawi

    The Soche summit hike is a day outing near Blantyre, in Southern Malawi. I provide details that include maps and facts as well as links to additional details, photos and videos. This is a self-guided adventure on a shoestring. Follow the links to dig deeper into the adventure. The Soche summit hike is actually less…

  • Mpemba Peak Hike, Blantyre Area Hikes, Malawi

    Mpemba Peak Hike, Blantyre Area Hikes, Malawi

    The Mpemba Peak Hike is a day outing near Blantyre, with the Mountain Club of Malawi. I provide details, photos and videos. It’s a very easy 1 hr hike in the heart of a rural village and agricultural land. This is a group-guided adventure on a shoestring. Follow the links to dig deeper into the…

  • Chongoni Rock Art, Dedza, Malawi

    Chongoni Rock Art, Dedza, Malawi

    Details about our visit to two Chongoni Rock Art sites (Namzeze and Mphunzi). I provide details that include maps, costs, logistics as well as links to additional details, photos and videos. This is a guided adventure on a shoestring. Follow the links to dig deeper into the adventure. Rock Art Locations The Chongoni Rock Art…

  • Chiradzulu Summit Hike, Blantyre Area Hikes, Malawi

    Chiradzulu Summit Hike, Blantyre Area Hikes, Malawi

    The Chiradzulu summit hike is a day outing near Blantyre, in Southern Malawi. I provide details that include maps, costs, logistical requirements and facts as well as links to additional details, photos and videos. This is a self-guided adventure on a shoestring. Follow the links to dig deeper into the adventure. The hike starts from…