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Of the seven continental summits, Aconcagua (at 6962 m/22,840 ft) lies second only to Everest Yet it is surprisingly free of snow and ice, and experienced hikers can reach the roof of the Americas without technical expertise. However, it is one of the world's highest and toughest treks. The author has summated twice, and explains in detail how to tackle the main trekking routes (Normal and Polish Traverse), as well as giving a useful summary on the technical Polish Glacier route. This pocket-sized book weighs only 112 g (4 oz), yet it contains all you need to plan and enjoy your summit attempt: concise advice from an expert about preparation, planning and choosing your gear detailed information about altitude effects and sickness, and how to monitor and prevent them fold-out map showing the routes, also enlargement of summit area 96 waterproof pages with open-flat binding in full colour, with 60 photographs..
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The Tour of Mont Blanc is western Europe's most popular long walk, encircling its highest mountain. Over 10-11 days, you walk 106 miles through France, Italy, and Switzerland, staying in alpine refuges. The walk is strenuous because of the amount of ascent and descent, but no technical skill is needed. The scenery is superb: majestic glaciers and snow-laden peaks overlook peaceful lakes and alpine meadows.

This guidebook contains all a walker needs:

* detailed description of the official Tour and variations * planning information for transport and accommodation * information on Mont Blanc and its ascent * background on geology, habitats, and wildlife * drop-down route map * lavishly illustrated with over 60 color photographs * rucksack-friendly format and waterproof..
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A guide to the classic trek to the ancient Inca ruins of Machu Picchu in Peru, this book is the second in the series of world-class walks at altitude, presented in a unique backpack-friendly format. Lightweight, robust, and concise, this book features a fold-out map showing the route, waterproof paper throughout, and much more..
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The Dingle Way runs 112 miles (179 km) around the beautiful Dingle Peninsula, through some of the finest scenery in Ireland's southwest It follows country lanes, quiet roads and cliff-top paths, with some glorious beach walking. The book provides: *drop-down mapping of the route in detail *practical information about transportation and travel *background information about wildlife and pre-historic sites *65 color professional quality photographs *rucksack-friendly format, with waterproof paper throughout.
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The West Highland Way is the first and most famous of Scotland's long-distance walks. The Way begins on the outskirts of Glasgow, its largest city, then goes through Scotland's first National Park, along the shores of its largest loch. After 95 miles of superb scenery, the Way ends in Fort William, at the foot of Ben Nevis, Britain's highest mountain. The second edition of this popular guidebook was fully revised in 2003, with many improvements, including more photographs, details of the new Scottish Outdoor Access Code and a Fort William town plan. It contains all you need to plan and enjoy your holiday:

*full color fold-down map showing the whole route

*the Way in sections, with summaries of distance, terrain and where to find food and drink

*concise background on the history and wildlife

*information about side-trips and mountain climbs including Ben Lomond and Ben Nevis

*planning information for travel by car, train, bus or plane

*special notes for novices and checklists of equipment.

*60 color photographs..
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The Cateran Trail follows the footsteps of 16th century cattle rustlers (caterans) for 63 miles (101km). It starts from Blairgowrie, passing through the heart of Scotland with its rich pre-history, heritage, and wildlife. This circular, waymarked walk can be completed comfortably in 4-5 undemanding days, with the nearest village never more than 7 miles away..
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At 6194 m (20,320 ft) Denali (Mt McKinley) is the highest mountain in North America Its arctic latitude makes for extreme weather conditions and its remote location in the Alaskan wilderness means that climbing teams must be self-reliant and experienced. The author focuses on the West Buttress route used by 80-90 per cent of climbers. The book includes concise advice about preparation and planning; medical advice on how to prevent and manage altitude sickness; practical tips on load-carrying, glacier travel and camping; and a 3-panel fold-out map showing the West Buttress route. The book is in full colour, with over 60 photographs, and the format is waterproof, pocket sized (105X145 mm) and in 96 pages..
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At 5896 metres (nearly four miles) above sea level, the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro is the highest point on earth which can be reached by ordinary people. Any walker with enough stamina and determination may be able to reach "the roof of Africa". This book offers practical advice on preparing yourself, planning your trip to Tanzania, and choosing your equipment. Success is not guaranteed, as the huge altitude gain makes it hard to acclimatize, but the author offers advice on preventing and managing Acute Mountain Sickness based on medical research and her own experience of two ascents. This is a mountain of contrasts and extremes. You walk from tropical rain forest into arctic conditions through a landscape formed by ice and fire. Descriptions of the two most popular walking routes (Marangu and Machame) are illustrated with detailed mapping, altitude profiles and many photographs. Other sections cover the habitats and wildlife, history and local culture, and are valid for all ascent routes..
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The Wicklow Way is Ireland's first and most popular Waymarked Way, running between Marlay Park (Dublin) and Clonegal, 82 miles (132 km) to the south. This new edition is based on a research trip in Spring 2008. It has many route updates, 30 extra photographs and fresh options for accommodation.

The Way offers varied and scenic walking on the flanks of the rugged Wicklow mountains with loughs and waterfalls, passing historic buildings and hospitable villages. Much of the route lies over 1600 feet (500 metres) giving glorious views. Lower sections run through forests and farmland, over a mixture of tracks, roads and pathways rich in wildlife.

It contains all you need to plan and enjoy your trip:

* drop-down map of the whole route in five panels (1:100,000)

* waterproof paper throughout

* the Way in sections, with summaries of distance, terrain and where to find food and drink

* the secret of how to book accommodation to avoid walking extra distances

* concise background on history, geology and wildlife

* extended 6-page feature on the monastic city of Glendalough

* planning information for travel by car, train, bus or plane

* in full colour, with 80 photographs.
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