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Winter Rock Climbing in France: Why the Calanques May Be at Their Best in Winter

Discover why winter may be the best time for rock climbing in the Calanques. Learn where to climb, what conditions to expect, and which multi-pitch routes local guide Guillaume recommends.

Climbing Ama Dablam: What the Expedition Is Really Like

Follow 22-year-old climber Ling Chuan Wang on a 35-day Himalayan expedition culminating in the 6,812-meter summit of Ama Dablam. From acclimatization in the Khumbu and climbing Lobuche East to the Yellow Tower, extreme cold, deep snow and a summit push without supplemental oxygen, discover what climbing Ama Dablam is really like.

Mount Fuji Climbing Routes: All Four Trails Compared

Compare the four official Mount Fuji climbing routes: Yoshida, Fujinomiya, Subashiri, and Gotemba. Discover their difficulty, distance, elevation gain, hiking times, scenery, crowd levels, mountain huts, and 2026 permit rules to choose the best Mount Fuji trail for your experience and goals.

Can You Still Go Bouldering in Fontainebleau After the Fires? A Local Guide's Update (Summer 2026)

Published in August 2026. The situation in Fontainebleau continues to evolve as some restrictions are progressively lifted. Before planning your trip, always check the latest official information from the local authorities. This article was created together with Ivan, one of Explore-Share's longest-standing climbing instructors. Having guided hundreds of Explore-Share travellers in Fontainebleau, Ivan shares the practical advice and local knowledge he has built up over many years.

How Long Does It Take to Climb Mount Fuji?

Climbing Mount Fuji takes around 5 to 9 hours up and 3 to 4 hours down. Compare all four routes and choose a one-day or two-day climb.

George DeNoto on Climbing Kilimanjaro: Becoming a Mountaineer Above the Clouds

After climbing Mount Fuji, actor George DeNoto set his sights on a bigger challenge: Mount Kilimanjaro. Follow his seven-day journey to Africa’s highest summit, where altitude, perseverance, and the support of expert guides pushed him beyond his limits and revealed a deeper connection with the mountains.

Photographing Fitz Roy at Sunrise: A Guided Night Hike in Patagonia

Follow Frank’s guided night hike in El Chaltén to photograph Mount Fitz Roy at sunrise, from moonlit views at Laguna Capri to the unforgettable alpenglow over Patagonia’s granite peaks. Discover how local guide Daniela’s weather knowledge, flexibility, and deep connection to the mountains helped turn a long-awaited photography dream into one of Frank’s most memorable days in Patagonia.

Complete Mont Blanc packing list (4,808m) | Guide-recommended gear & checklist

This is the complete Mont Blanc packing list, created with Xavi Coll, mountain leader and director of Kookoo Climb, based on real guiding experience in the Mont Blanc massif.

Complete Matterhorn packing list | Guide-recommended gear & checklist

This is the complete Matterhorn packing list, created with Tobias, an IFMGA-certified mountain guide who has guided more than 150 successful Matterhorn ascents over the past years.

Mount Triglav Packing List: What to Bring (Guide-Recommended Gear)

Complete Mount Triglav packing list with guide-recommended gear. Learn what to bring, what’s provided, and how to prepare for a safe and enjoyable climb.