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65 Adventurous things to do in Jasper National Park

by Maya Steiningerova | Last updated May 24, 2020 | Biking, Blog, Canada, Hiking & Trekking, Road trips and Hitchhiking, Water Activities, Wildlife and Nature, Winter Sports

Walking on a glacier in the morning, hiking to the mountain top in the afternoon and watching bears at sunset. How does that sound? It’s just a small taste of what you can do in Jasper National Park. Read our Jasper bucket list and plan your dream trip to the largest...

Legacy trail, biking from Banff to Canmore with an adventurous twist

by Maya Steiningerova | Last updated Feb 15, 2022 | Biking, Blog, Canada

Legacy Trail leading from Banff to Canmore is a favourite among many cyclists. It’s even more fun when you connect to a Goat Creek & Spray River Trails through the mountains and back to Banff, making a nice loop. Trail among the giant mountain peaks is truly...

Aylmer Lookout Hike & Bike Trip, Banff National Park

by Maya Steiningerova | Last updated Jan 27, 2022 | Biking, Blog, Canada, Hiking & Trekking

The Aylmer Lookout is the only hike in the famous Lake Minnewanka area to see the lake from above. A 25 km trail will reward you with spectacular panoramic views on top. I’ve wanted to do this bike & hike combo for years. Ever since we lived in Banff, almost....

100 BEST Things to Do in Banff National Park in 2022

by Maya Steiningerova | Last updated Jun 7, 2022 | Biking, Blog, Canada, Hiking & Trekking, Road trips and Hitchhiking, Running, Water Activities, Wildlife and Nature, Winter Sports

Are you planning a trip to Banff and don’t know where to start and what to do? This article gives you a lot of ideas about what to do in the beautiful Canadian Rockies. Enjoy the ultimate Banff bucket list for your trip to the Canadian Rockies. We’ve gathered the best...

47 Fun Things to Do in Canmore (With Insider Tips)

by Maya Steiningerova | Last updated Jan 30, 2022 | Biking, Blog, Canada, Hiking & Trekking, Water Activities, Wildlife and Nature, Winter Sports

Canmore, located in the Bow Valley of the Canadian Rockies, is Banff’s little-known neighbour and has everything you might be looking for – mountain views, lakes, hikes, and plenty of areas to relax after an adventure-filled day. There’s plenty to choose...

Huaraz, Peru: South American outdoor capital

by Maya Steiningerova | Last updated Feb 7, 2022 | Biking, Blog, Hiking & Trekking, People and Culture, Peru

The main hub for mountaineers and outdoor enthusiasts in Peru, and possibly the whole of South America is Huaraz, the biggest city in the Cordillera Blanca region. Place where nature is the decision maker, this Peruvian outdoor heaven will push your limits to the sky....

Adventure travel guide to backpacking in Peru

by Maya Steiningerova | Last updated May 18, 2022 | Biking, Blog, Hiking & Trekking, Peru, Travel Tips

Interested in backpacking Peru? Good choice! Peru is an amazing country for outdoor lovers, culture seekers and all around backpackers. From the trekking hub in the Cordillera Blanca mountain range, remote Amazonian jungle to the former capital of Incan empire Cusco,...

Biking Death Road, Bolivia – tourist attraction or the real deal

by Maya Steiningerova | Oct 24, 2017 | Biking, Blog, Bolivia

This is an honest review of our experience biking the Death Road in Bolivia – a 70 km winding dirt road starting outside of Bolivia’s capital La Paz to the town of Yolosa in the Amazonian rainforest. It’s a several hour downhill ride from 4,650 m to 1,525 m. Biking...

Cañon del Pato in Peru – biking one of the world’s most dangerous roads

by Maya Steiningerova | Last updated Nov 15, 2018 | Biking, Blog, Peru

My heart was pounding as more rocks fell from the cliff above us and we entered yet another pitch black tunnel. Is the driver in the car we hear in the distance going to see us? Is there enough space for it to safely pass in the one-lane tunnel? Without a doubt, it’s...

Month 8 recap of our trip around the world

by Maya Steiningerova | May 7, 2017 | Argentina, Biking, Blog, Bolivia, Chile, Hiking & Trekking, Road trips and Hitchhiking

In case you missed it, read our recap of Month 1 & 2, Month 3, Month 4, Month 5, Month 6, Month 7 March was an adventurous month as we travelled in Bolivia, Chile and got a glimpse of Argentina. We rushed a little bit through Bolivia because we were too excited...