Welcome to TreksandClimbs.com, your trekking, hiking and mountaineering resource site.

Regardless of whether your idea of adventure is mild or wild, TreksandClimbs.com has all the information and resources that you'll need to make that well deserved hiking or mountaineering adventure happen.

Visit our resource and information pages to get the best information and advice on hiking, trekking and mountaineering along with cheap airfares, car hire, guide books, maps and much more. We also have free track notes, tips & tutorials and links to the most reputable trekking and mountaineering adventure guiding specialists on the planet. In addition, our gear store stocks all the latest outdoors equipment and supplies at truly unbeatable prices.

Getting started Do you want to try something adventurous but don’t know how, or where to start? If so then our trekking/hiking & mountaineering Getting Started section is for you! Trekking/Hiking Mountaineering Getting started Skills & techniques Fitness Food & nutrition Equipment overview Trek preparation Gear check list Camping Navigation Safety & first aid Further reading Getting started Is mountaineering for me? Skills & techniques Fitness Food & nutrition Equipment overview Climb preparation Gear check list Joining an expedition The effects of altitude Navigation Safety Further reading

Feature articles The following articles have been written by various authors. Each specialises in their own particular area of expertise. A guide to Kilimanjaro via the Marangu Route Why try rock climbing Traveler's cheques versus debit cards 20 top tips for taking travel photos Insurance for mountaineers more articles>

Track notes, maps & guidebooks Over time we will be compiling an extensive list of FREE track notes for popular bushwalking, hiking and trekking destinations around the world. These are currently being added to the site on a regular basis. We also have facilities to search relevant travel maps and guidebooks.

Check weather forecasts Enter city or US Zip Before heading out on a hiking trip get an up to date weather forecast for the area that you plan to visit. The Weather Channel will provide you with current weather conditions and multi-day forecast for up to 10 days. TIP: To display in degrees Celsius click the 'Metric' button near the bottom of the weather forecast page.