Gorgeous panorama across Gokyo Lakes -  Photo: Chris Hathaway Beautiful and diverse flora and fauna of the Peruvian Andes -  Photo: Ken Harris Follow Shipton's route to the summit of Mount Kenya -  Photo: Sue Badyari Large scale agriculture at a local tea plantation -  Photo: Charles Duncombe

Don't Follow the Crowds, Go Remote

4 Travel destinations that help you steer away from the crowds

We often hear from our dedicated adventure lovers that they’re looking for opportunities to steer away from the crowds during peak seasons. After all, sometimes the best way to explore a country, culture or region is to get off the beaten track, away from the tourists and go remote. If this sounds like you, check out our list of remote destinations that take you away from the crowds without compromising on history, views, scenery or culture!

If you liked climbing Mount Kilimanjaro, you'll love climbing Mt Kenya

The Chogoria Route on Mt Kenya offers some of the most spectacular campsites in the mountain -  Photo: Chris Buykx

Mount Kilimanjaro has the allure of the highest peak in Africa, with spectacular views, a moon-like landscape and perfectly circular volcanic crater. There’s no doubting its obvious appeal, but for adventure seekers looking for just that little bit more, Africa’s second highest mountain, Mount Kenya, is a worthy contender for your time. Featuring thriving wildlife and views that trump the big ”K”, Mount Kenya offers everything it’s big brother does, and then some!


Loved the Inca Trail? Trek Huayhuash

Breathtaking rugged landscape of the Huayhuash mountains, Peru -  Photo: Ken Harris

A visit to Peru conjures images of Machu Picchu, and the ancient Inca Trail featuring beautiful scenery including glacial lagoons, snow capped peaks, walks through tropical jungles and mysterious cloud forest. However, an often overlooked yet equally impressive trek is Huayhuash, arguably the best high altitude trekking in the world. Rated “The Second Most Beautiful Trek in The World” by The National Geographic Society, this remote and relatively unexplored region offers panoramic views of ice ranges and knife-edge peaks towering over 6000m in elevation.


Infatuated with Rajasthan? You'll adore Sri Lanka

Green meets yellow along the Sri Lankan beach front -  Photo: Alex Robertson

The romance of Rajasthan is hard to surpass; magnificent fortresses rising imperiously from desert landscapes, vivid city colours to match the vibrant culture, capped with a majestic history of maharajas and their lavish palaces. Yes, Rajasthan is a destination like no other, however the hidden gem of Sri Lanker poses a contrasting and refreshing vibe which contends Rajasthan for its rich cultural history. Sri Lanka offers travellers a feast for all senses; pristine nature, fascinating architecture, diverse wildlife and tasty cuisine. Coupled with opportunities to explore the country by boot or bike, this destination is growing in popularity (though off the beaten track enough for you to immerse yourself in the country away from the crowds)!


Conquered Everest Base Camp? You'll love the Gokyo Lakes and Renjo La Trek

Pristine scenery over Gokyo Lake -  Photo: Monika Molenda

The entire world is familiar with the icy peaks of the mighty Everest, and for good reason. The highest mountain in the world soars to the sky at over 8848m, and a trek to Everest Base Camp is on the list of many aspiring adventurers. However, the Gokyo and Renjo La trek offers a picturesque alternative that bypasses the crowds and swaps the busy Everest route for an isolated, rarely trodden trail through undeniably stunning Himalayan landscape. From the iridescent turquoise colours of Gokyo Lakes, you’ll weave your way towards the crossing of Renjo La, rewarded with unsurpassed views of Everest towering above the Himalayas.

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