Walk Mongolia with Ash Dykes

Our latest expedition explores the rugged taiga landscape west of the blue pearl of Mongolia Lake Khovsgol the largest and deepest lake in the Central Asian region. As one of the worldsancient lakes, Lake Khovsgol is of significant scientific importance as well as being one of the worlds purest water sources.This 12 day 120km trek covers a region that is without doubt one of the most beautiful parts of Mongolia. Our route explores the western shore of the lake and the surrounding area magnificentviews and great hiking. The province of Khovsgol west of the Khoridol Saridag mountains is the cultural landscape of the Dukha reindeer people who will extend massive hospitality should we meet them. Trekking through forests and meadows, we will move through the home of wild sheep, ibex, bear, moose, and countless species of birds. We will be accompanied by professional guides and pack horses to carry our luggage and equipment.Young Adventurer of the Year 2015 nominee Ash Dykes became the first person to walk solo and unsupported across the width of Mongolia during the summer 2014. This is an incredible opportunity to explore one of the most stunningly beautiful and exciting corners of the world with a world class adventurer as your guide.2nd 15th August 2015Price is 2000 per personPrice includes: Domestic flights, airport transfers, all land transports involved in the itinerary, 2 nights hotel in UB, tent hire for the expedition, all meals in the countryside.Price excludes: International flights, travel insurance (mandatory), Mongolian visa fee (if required), any equipment you might require for the trek, tips for trek staff and drivers, food in Ulaanbaatar, miscellaneous expenses beer, souvenirs etc.

To join please email info@walkmongolia.com for a pre-sign up questionnaire.We are particularly keen to hear from members of the Explorers Connect community so please mention Explorers Connect in your questionnaire.Mongolia Expedition Services reserves the right to refuse sign-up to candidates that it feels would be unfit or unsuitable for this trek

From Fire to Ice

The From Fire To Ice expedition will be the first time a burns survivor will attempt to reach the South Pole unsupported while conducting medical research tests.

The team hope to complete Shackleton's unfinished journey.On January 2010 while working in Zanzibar Robs life changed forever. The generator that was powering his house exploded and whilst trying to escape set him on fire. Rob sustained a 43% Total Body Surface Area burn. He spent the next 10 days In Dar es Salaam but with the lack of specialised burns medical care, felt life slipping away. A commercial airline took pity on him and flew him back on a standard flight to the UK where they were told He would be dead on arrival. Somehow Rob survived the flight and was transported to Chelsea and Westminster Hospital. With only a 27% chance of survival the fantastic staff fought to save his life.

He was put into an induced coma for a few weeks and spent about a month in intensive care. After spending around 5 months in hospital in London (and 1 year in total) He had to learn to walk again and started to piece his life back together. At this point Rob was introduced to a charity called Dans Fund For Burns (DFFB). They were able to help him and provide the support that He so desperately needed. It has been 5 years and 31 operations later that Rob is finally physically in the position to give back. The From Fire to Ice expedition aims to generate money for DFFB from the very people it was set up to support.During December 2016 extending into January 2017, the team will be flown from Punta Arenas at the southern tip of South America to the Antarctic base camp at Union Glacier. After a few days further preparation we shall fly by Twin Otter to latitude 8823S. the furthest point South that Shackleton reached. The team will then live under canvas, travelling on ski, towing sledges of supplies 112 statute miles to the South Pole.Please come follow us on facebook.com/fromfiretoiceAny questions then feel free to ask!

Matt Prior Adventure Academy

This is a no-frills, practical course designed to give you an introduction into Adventure, Travel and Overland Expeditions.The aim is to give you the basic knowledge and confidence to tackle your own expeditions whatever and wherever they may be. Teaser Video:https://vimeo.com/115261534Main Promo Video:https://vimeo.com/116843516Each course will include: Ascent up and down an active volcano (There will be two options) Motorbike sections on varying surfaces (Day and Night) Interaction with locals throughout A unique local village high in the mountains Hot springs An insight into how to get the ball rolling on your own adventure Answering any questions you may have on any aspect of adventure travel.

They are specifically designed for people who are looking to either conduct some sort of overland trip or larger adventure, they are not an A,B,C of basic travel.As well as learning about the topics mentioned below, the course is very pragmatic and so you will be learning whilst actually on the adventure, which is why this is so unique.You will get to see things firsthand, practice what you've been taught and experience the highs and lows in just under a week!The accommodation is very basic and the standard of English quite poor which makes it a perfect place to hold this type of course. It says no frills for a reason. If you need a hot shower and WiFi each day this is not the course for you Im afraid.Topics to be covered throughout the course: Planning and preparation Locals / bartering Money Accommodation Transport Kit Contingencies Sponsorship VehiclesYou will have to apply for each course due to the very limited number of places available.There will be space for up to 3 people per course, this is so you get the most out of the experience as possible.There will be five courses per year in:May, June, July, September and October. Each course will be 7 days in length.The Application Process: Must be aged 18 or older Must have Compulsory Basic Training (CBT) bike licencesix weeks before the course commences(Easy to obtain. Takes one day. Not provided) Must have personal insuranceone month before the course commences. (This will be specific to the course and you must have minimum level of coverage.) Complete and submit application online through the website. (Proof of CBT and Insurance coverage will have to be sent through to us once you are accepted on to the course).

You will be notified three months before the course date as to whether or not you have been successful in your application. You will also be sent a kit list at the same time.Price includes: Internal Flights Motorbike hire and helmet All Fuel All National Park Fees All Guide Fees All Food All Drink (not inc alcohol at the end of the course) 5% of all profits will go to the NSPCC**The reason we have a relationship with the NSPCC is that they were very important to a close friend of Matts who passed away recently and so this is our way of giving back.Costs:Introductory Offer:999 Not Included: International flights to and from Bali (Denpasar), Indonesia (this is where the course commences and completes) Accommodation (Minimal Cost, see FAQ section) Personal Insurance Cover (This is compulsory) Any personal medical requirementsIntroductory discounts available for: Military, Emergency Services, Charity Workers, Volunteers - Its advised that you complete the course as part of a wider trip to Asia, purely because of the distances involved in travelling out to the course location, depending on where you live.MORE INFO:http://www.mpadventureacademy.com/FOUNDER:http://www.mattprior.co.uk"

Hadrians Wall - Wild camping, No shops

I am planning to walk hadrians wall within the next couple of weeks. Ideally I would like to carry all food and wild camp along the way.Nothing has been planned yet, but it is quite a simple trip, that doesn't require much more than turning up with the right kit. We can work out the route at the start. I will be taking one or two sets of clothes, warm gear, sleeping bag, tent / bivvy bag, food, small stove,a head torch, a toothbrush and a water bottle.

I will be doing it on my own anyway, but if anyone would like to join, it would be great to have some company!I am notoriously bad at planning, but get in touch via email... ollie.shurville@gmail.com and we can come up with a start date and position. I look forward to meeting some of you guys!

Ollie