Sognefjord - The world's longest fjord adventure:)

Sognefjord - The world's longest fjord adventure:)

Norway's longest and deepest fjor, the  Sognefjord, lies in the heart of the  Norwegian fjordcountry called Fjord Norway and extends more than 200 km inland to the national parks of Jotunheimen and Jostedalsbreen.

Situated an the border between Eastern  and Western Norway, with a combination of coastal and continental climate, the inner reaches of  the Sognefjord enjoy a very good climate with relatively mild winters and little rain summer.

In early May you can see following view:

 ...and about 40-50 km away - following view:

 In Sognefjord you will find many of Norwa's major attractions, such as three well known national parks, two UNESCO sites, national scenic routes, and more.

 The Jotunheimen national park and the mountains surrounding the fjord are perfect for short walks, mountain hikes, climbing and skiing, and the trails will lead you further, deeper and higer into Sognefjor's most fascinating places.

Engelberg (Swiss Alps)

Engelberg, Four Lakes, Trail: 6 h 45 min  (Swiss Alps)

A full day of alpine splendor, magnificent flora and clear lakes. Ideal from mid/end June to late September. Most sections accessible on foot or by lift. Great views of Engstlensee at the trail’s highest point on Jochpass. 

Short climb from Engstlenalp to Tannalp, level to Melchsee-Frutt. Alternate, higher trail section from Tannalp. At Melchsee-Frutt ride the lift to Stöckalp. Postal bus to Kerns and Stans. Return to Engelberg on the Luzern–Stans–Engelberg railway.

Aconcagua (Argentina)

Aconcagua is the highest mountain in the Western hemisphere, located in western Argentina, near the Chile border.  

There are three types of camp:
Base camp: used mainly to acclimate and prepare for starting the ascent.
Approach camp: used as a rest area between points, generally between the route and the base camp.
Altitude camp: located on the mount, these camps are middle points between the base and the summit.

 

In the official season of Mt. Aconcagua Park (which generally goes from November 15 through March 15 each year) there is free medical assistance and prevention service. It is very important service, because I had altitude  sickness and I had to climb down (I  used mule).

Another interesting service is Mules, - Mules are animals which make the stay in the mountain more comfortable. These animals have been used for many years now to carry equipment due to the amount of equipment and food supplies climbers must transport, as well as the fact they must travel for approximately 15 days.

Kl. Scheidegg - Gletscherschlucht, (Swiss Alps)

 

Kl. Scheidegg - Gletscherschlucht, 5 h (Swiss Alps)

This trail sets off from the Kleine Scheidegg at 2'061 m. in a north easterly direction. Over uneven pastures and passed gnarled pine trees you will first reach Bustligen.

Follow the trail along the foothills of the Eiger to Alpiglen at 1'615 m. From the restaurant at Alpiglen turn right and continue over the pastures and on up through the woods to Bonera at 1'508 m. At this point you will have a splendid view of the lower Grindelwald glacier. The trail will now steeply descend, partly over fixed ladders, down to the glacier gorge at 1'014 m.
An impressive hike, for sturdy nature lovers.