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About India
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Bounded by the majestic Himalayan ranges in the north and edged by a spectacular coastline surrounded by three seas, India is a vivid kaleidoscope of landscapes. From magnificent historical sites and royal cities, to golden beaches, misty mountain retreats, colourful people, rich cultures and festivities. |
The Taj Mahal was built by Emperor Shah Jahan for his wife Mumatz Mahal and considered the finest example of Mughal architecture
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In the Shadow of Kanchenjunga
This trek will lead us through picturesque terraced fields, fragrant tea gardens, fruit orchards, forests of rhododendrons, magnolias and great monasteries. All of this is set against the backdrop of the third highest mountain in the world - Kanchenjunga - which dominates the skyline. |
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Multi Event Challenge and India Community Projects |
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Ladakh Trek
This is a stunning trek through the magical Buddhist kingdom of Ladakh, passing charming villages and monasteries, and offering magnificent views of the Himalayas including the highest peak Stok Kangri at 6100m, Karakoram and the rugged Zanskar range. Our trek passes through the Hemis National Park and we may even see Bharal (blue sheep), Snow Leopard and Golden Eagles circling above. In the far-flung northern reaches of India, Ladakh is one of the most remote and sparsely populated regions on earth. Bordered by Tibet, it is often described as the “roof of the world” and has an almost moon like terrain, girdled by some of the greatest mountain ranges of the world. The capital Leh was developed as a trading post and market, attracting a wide variety of merchants from Yarkend, Kashgar, Kashmir, Tibet and Norh India. Tea, salt, household articles, wool, and semi precious stones were all traded in the market. The 16th Century Leh Palace looms above the city and is often compared as Lhasa’s Potala Palace. |
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| Shivling Extreme Climb Lead by Simon Yates of 'Touching the Void' fame. The stunning peak of Shivling (6,543m) lies at the heart of the Gangotri region of Uttar Pradesh in India. Widely acclaimed by mountaineers as the world's most beautiful mountain, it is also coveted by Hindus as the home of Shiva - one of their most important gods. The source of the Ganges is just a few miles from the base of the peak at the snout of the Gangotri Glacier. The surrounding peaks - the Bhagirathis, Kedarnath Dome, Thalay Sagar and Meru, to name just a few, are equally impressive. A finer collection of mountains cannot be found anywhere. |
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Land of the King's Bike Ride
An exhilarating 4 days' cycling starts from Bhandavgarh Tiger Reserve, traversing the highlands of central Indian range. Crossing some of India’s most beautiful and least spoilt valleys, we will ride through rolling hills and the homelands of nomadic and tribal people, through river courses across fertile plains dotted with small villages and hand cultivated fields, before entering a thick Sal and Bamboo forest of Khanna National Park, which offers stunning game viewing by jeep and elephant. The combination of historical sites, valleys, wildlife, visits to tribal villages and fantastic campsites make this an unforgettable journey. |
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Useful Links Taj Mahal Marathon. Run for charity and visit one of India's most iconic sites. Explore the Taj Mahal. Excellent site for exploring the Taj- recommended. Expedition Medicine Training. Comprehensive medical training for medical professionals or people working in remote locations far from medical help. Corporate Social Responsibility Projects. Programs that act to remove team barriers contribute proactively to the wider community and challenge the individual.
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