Travel from India to Nepal: Complete Travel Guide
Nepal remains one of the most accessible and rewarding international destinations for travelers seeking mountain adventures, spiritual journeys, and cultural immersion. The shared border, cultural ties, and visa-free entry (for [...]
Travel Hike: Essential Guide for Adventure Travelers
A travel hike combines the thrill of exploration with physical challenge, offering adventurers an opportunity to disconnect from daily routines and immerse themselves in nature's grandeur. Unlike casual day hikes [...]
The Dangers of Flying into Lukla, Nepal
✈️ Landing at Lukla is more than transportation—it’s the official start of the legendary Everest Base Camp Trek. Perched high in the Himalayas with one of the world’s shortest mountain [...]
Nepal Base Camp Tour: Your Complete Guide for Travel
A Nepal base camp tour represents one of the most transformative adventures available to modern trekkers, combining physical challenge with cultural immersion and unparalleled Himalayan scenery. The journey to Everest [...]
Adventure Travel India: The Ultimate Guide
India stands as one of the world's most diverse adventure destinations, offering experiences that range from scaling Himalayan peaks to exploring ancient Buddhist monasteries nestled in remote valleys. The landscape [...]
Nepal Everest Base Camp Trek: Complete Guide
The nepal everest base camp trek represents one of the world's most iconic high-altitude adventures, drawing thousands of trekkers annually to the heart of the Himalayas. This legendary journey takes [...]
Tourist Packages for Nepal: Eco-Friendly Adventures
Nepal stands as one of the world's most captivating destinations for travelers seeking authentic cultural experiences combined with breathtaking natural beauty. The country's tourism sector continues to thrive in 2026, [...]
Hiking Day Trips: Essential Guide for Memorable Adventures
Hiking day trips represent one of the most accessible and rewarding ways to connect with nature while maintaining minimal environmental impact. Unlike multi-day treks requiring extensive gear and planning, these [...]
Ecotourism Places: Top Destinations for this year
The global tourism landscape continues to shift toward sustainability and conservation, with travelers increasingly seeking destinations that prioritize environmental protection and cultural authenticity. Ecotourism places have emerged as beacons for [...]
Nepal Tours: Your Guide to Authentic Himalayan Adventures
Nepal stands as one of the world's most compelling destinations for travelers seeking authentic cultural experiences and outdoor adventures. Nestled between the Tibetan Plateau and the Indian subcontinent, this Himalayan [...]
Tibet Altitude: Essential Guide for High-Elevation Travel
Planning a high-altitude hike in Tibet? From the sacred pilgrimage route around Mount Kailash to remote Himalayan valleys, alpine lakes, and breathtaking viewpoints overlooking Mount Everest, Tibet offers some of [...]
Everest Base Camp Trek Tour: Complete 2026 Guide
Standing at the foot of the world's highest mountain is a dream that draws thousands of adventurers each year to the Khumbu region of Nepal. An everest base camp trek [...]
Nepal Blog: Insider Guide to Authentic Himalayan Travel
Creating a Nepal blog requires more than just documenting mountain peaks and temples. It demands an understanding of the delicate balance between adventure tourism and cultural preservation. For travelers seeking [...]
Amazon Rainforest Ecotourism: A Sustainable Travel Guide
What does travel in Tibet have to do the Amazon? They share more in common than you might think! Discover the incredible biodiversity of the Amazon Rainforest through responsible and [...]
Nepal Mountain Trek: Your Complete Planning Guide
Dreaming of trekking through the Himalayas? Nepal offers some of the world’s most spectacular mountain adventures, from the iconic Everest Base Camp Trek and Annapurna Circuit to hidden trails that [...]
Mount Everest Trek Base Camp: Complete Modern Guide
Planning a trek to Everest Base Camp in 2026? This complete guide covers everything you need to know about one of the world’s most iconic Himalayan adventures, including trekking routes, [...]
Nepal Tours from India: Complete 2026 Planning Guide
Planning a Nepal tour from India in 2026? From the bustling streets of Kathmandu and the spiritual birthplace of Buddha in Lumbini to breathtaking Himalayan treks and wildlife safaris in [...]
Mount Everest Base Camp Trek – A Complete Guide
The Everest Base Camp Trek in Nepal is one of the world’s most iconic trekking experiences, taking adventurers deep into the heart of the Himalayas beneath the towering peaks of [...]
The Norbulingka: Lhasa’s Summer Palace
Norbulingka: The Summer Palace of the Dalai Lamas 🌸🏯 Norbulingka, meaning “Jewel Park,” is a tranquil oasis in the heart of Lhasa and the former summer residence of the Dalai [...]
Tibetan Mastiffs: the biggest dogs in the world!
Few animals are as legendary as the Tibetan Mastiff, the massive guardian dog that has protected nomadic families, monasteries, and livestock across the Tibetan Plateau for centuries. Known for their [...]
Tibet’s holiest temple: Jokhang Temple
Discover Jokhang Temple, the spiritual heart of Lhasa and the most sacred site in Tibetan Buddhism. Explore its ancient halls, vibrant rituals, and timeless devotion
Five Animals on the Tibetan Plateau
Despite being one of the world’s most remote areas, the Tibetan Plateau has many animals that call it home. These are only five of the many animals you may see [...]
Himalayan Development: Reaching the Remote Places
Hello and welcome to the Himalayas! Thank you for checking us out and watching our video and listening to our story. Your time and investment here could have BIG, long [...]
Best Reasons to Visit Tibet in the Winter
With lower crowds, great prices and many local festivals, the Tibetan Plateau is a great place to visit in the winter.
Where is China’s First National Park?
Qinghai's Sanjiangyuan National Park is located in the high altitude wilderness of the Tibetan Plateau. As the first official National Park in Mainland China, this is a high altitude nature [...]
Maduo, epicenter to a recent earthquake
On May 24, 2021, a 7.4 magnitude earthquake hit northwest China's Qinghai Province early Saturday morning. This article will talk about the effects of the earthquake on this remote high [...]
Elevated Trips and MICE, travel incentives
Discover the huge benefits of travel incentives and corporate trips for your company. Incentive travel is a tool to stimulate employees with an activity designed and planned to motivate and [...]
The Three Major Regions of Tibet
Culturally Tibetan areas are generally divided into 3 major regions of Tibet and these areas are differentiated by unique dialects, customs, traditions, denominational sects, and flavors. These 3 regions include [...]
Happy Travelers: See Our Five Star Reviews!
We offer unique ecotourism experiences that are off the beaten track on the Tibetan Plateau that benefit the local communities! Our tours and treks are culturally immersive and full of [...]
Nirvana Resort: A hidden getaway in Labrang
Just a 13 km drive from Gansu's most influential Tibetan Buddhist monastery, Labrang Monastery, Nirvana Resort features beautiful chalets tucked into the quaint Tibetan countryside. The new resort destination features [...]
Birdwatching in Qinghai Province
Read this blog to find out about birdwatching at Qinghai Lake
Chinese New Year, What To Know As a Foreigner
Chinese New Year (CNY) 2021: A Brief Guide for the Foreigner in China The Chinese New Year, also known as the “Spring Festival”, is the most important and longest Chinese [...]
Chinese New Year, Travel Restrictions
Are you trying to figure out Chinese New Year travel during COVID-19? See our post and video for the latest updates on travel restrictions including quarantines and closed areas. Chinese [...]
Elevated Trips: How We Practice Ecoutourism
Ecotourism is defined by the International Ecotourism Society as “responsible travel to natural areas that conserves the environment, sustains the well-being of the local people, and involves interpretation and education.” It is [...]
The Seven Principles of Leave No Trace
Leave No Trace Elevated Trips practices and teaches the 7 principles of Leave No Trace Center for Outdoor Ethics. Whether you consider yourself an “outdoorsy” person or not, everybody can [...]
What is Tourism Leakage?
In the study of tourism, tourism leakage is the way in which revenue generated by tourism is lost to other countries' economies. Leakage may be so significant in some developing [...]
Reinventing Travel After COVID
On December 7, 2020 the Galilei Galileo Italian Institute did an interview with Elevated Trips. Here is the unedited interview content with PHD student Marco Bonaglia on reinventing travel after [...]
Why Travel With Us?
Find out what makes us different and how we give back to local communities. We practice ethical tourism in Tibet and western China and heere is a short description [...]
The Complete Three Day Backpacking Checklist (What to Pack)
Many people ask me what they need to bring on a weekend backpacking trip. Based on the requests I have had to share my personal backpacking gear list here is [...]
Day Hiking Essentials: Top Ten Things to Pack for a Day Hike
You are ready for an epic day hike. Not only have you picked out the trail but you’ve done your research and know all the important details like distance, conditions, [...]
Six Beginner Hiking Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
Don't make these hiking mistakes that we made! At Elevated Trips, our goal is to empower you to get outside and live more adventurously, and if you are new to [...]
What is the meaning of eco-tourism?
Ecotourism has become a buzzword in 2020 travel trends as travelers look to choose alternatives that have positive, sustainable outcomes. But so much of what we call “eco-tourism” is that [...]
Coronavirus Update: Travel in China in 2020
The coronavirus has become a global epidemic. What first started out as a virus in a wet market of Wuhan, China has spread across the globe and is affecting the [...]
The Manaslu Circuit Trek
The Manaslu circuit trek, a U-shaped trek around Manaslu, is a must do once-in-a-lifetime experience in the Himalayas. Surrounded by the Annapurna Range to the west and Ganesh Himal Range [...]
Experiential Education in the Wilderness
Education is so much more than just knowing facts and travel is so much more than just taking a selfie. Learn how to engage your students, staff, and clients with [...]
Taking the train in China with children
It can be both fun and challenging to take a train in China with children. Preparation needs to be made in advance to ensure you have a smooth trip. Here [...]
Eight Tips on How to Stay Well at Altitude
High places - altitudes of 2,500m and above - demand special respect and preparation. However, with proper planning and the right training, almost anyone can experience the exhilaration of traveling [...]
Top Five Things to do in Lhasa, Tibet
Every Tibetan dreams of making a sacred pilgrimage to Lhasa at least once in their lives and you should make it a point to see Tibet's holiest inner sanctuary as [...]
How to apply for a Chinese tourist visa
Many people ask us how long it takes to get a Chinese tourist visa and what they need for the process. Here is everything you need to know when applying [...]
The Tibet Travel Permit and Visas For China
Arriving in China is pretty painless these days and tourist visas can be granted into China in as little as 5 days from your application submission. But exactly how does [...]
Do I need a permit to travel to Tibet?
Many people ask us, do I need a permit to travel into Tibet? Here is what you need to know about Tibet Travel Permits.
The Five Best Day Hikes Near Xining
Xining is the capital of Qinghai Province and offers access to some incredible hikes and treks. Within a 1 to 2.5 hour drive there are great day hikes near Xining. [...]
Top Ten Best Places in Gansu
If you’re looking to truly get away from China's mega-cities to have a genuine adventure, experience a melting pot of cultures and traditions, and see some of the world’s most [...]
Top Ten Best Treks in Tibet
The Tibetan Plateau covers an area that is 4 times bigger than France. With an average elevation over 4,500m (14,800 ft) this high plateau is often called the “Roof of [...]
Twenty outcomes of Team Building
When considering a team building event, you should know and be prepared to discuss the outcomes that you most value and the take-aways you desire your team to enjoy following [...]
Outdoor Classroom Team building 户外团队建设课程
Introduction 介绍 Team building through “experiential education” is an exciting way of discovering human potential and the larger world around us. In today’s modern, fast paced, urban society children often [...]
Top Ten things that a foreigner should know when visiting Tibet
How can foreigners show honor to Tibetan culture through our actions and behaviors in a place that is not our home? Tibetan culture has thousands of years of history and [...]
What exactly is team building?
Introduction Team building through “experiential education” is an exciting way of discovering human potential and the larger world around us. In today’s modern, fast paced, urban society we often know [...]
Team Building 高绩效团队建设
您的公司或团队是否仍通过KTV， 烧烤，撸串串，聚餐等来增进彼此的了解？有没有试过不一样的方式来增进感情，加强团队凝聚力？
The six most common wilderness injuries that you should know how to treat
Whether you are a day hiker or you are out on a 30 day expedition in Alaska, you need to know the six most common injuries that happen out on [...]
What do you need in your First Aid Kit?
As you travel to remote places it is super important to be prepared for emergencies, especially when you are far away from advanced medical care. Here are a few simple [...]
10 Most Legendary (And Infamous) Travelers In History
“If you’re twenty-two, physically fit, hungry to learn and be better, I urge you to travel – as far and as widely as possible. Sleep on floors if you have [...]
Mala Tang (麻辣烫): Tasting Chinese Street Food
Okay. So you've tried the Sweet and Sour Chicken and the Kung Pao Chicken. And you have discovered that there is actually no such thing as an Egg Roll or [...]
Taking the Train in China: What You Can Expect
Taking the train in China can be a wonderful and exciting process and is a great way to see the countryside if you have the extra time to travel. But [...]
Visiting the Pandas of Chengdu
The Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding (as it is officially called) is one of the main places to see the Pandas in China. This is only a short [...]
What is it like to sleep in a Tibetan nomad tent?
For those looking for adventure and to experience the authentic life of the Tibetan Plateau, this is your once-in-a-lifetime chance. Sleep in a high altitude nomad tent and learn how [...]
What does the inside of a Tibetan monastery look like?
Find out what the inside of a monastery is really like.
Win a brand new HYDRO FLASK!
I have trekked all over Tibet with my Hydro Flask! I have dropped it down canyons and kicked it over so many times and there is not a single dent [...]
Can you believe that this guy skiied down the world’s second highest mountain?
Situated on the Pakistan-China border, K2 is the highest peak of the Karakoram range and the 2nd highest mountain in the world. If you are a mountain lover and love climbing [...]
Islam in Western China
Most people do not realize that there are over 20 million Muslims in western China. Of the 56 recognized ethnicities in China, 10 of these are predominantly Muslim. This contributes [...]
The Complete Packing List for Mount Kailash
Here is what you really need (and what you don't) when you are packing for your trip to Mount Kailash!
Trekking Mount Kailash
Mount Kailash, in the Himalayas of western Tibet, is the holiest mountain in the world as measured by the number of people who worship at it. At 6,638 m (21,778 [...]
Exploring Wild Qinghai
Discover one of western China's off the beaten path destinations and come explore Qinghai Province for clean air, open skies, and unclimbed mountains as far as the eye can see. [...]
This Chinese Grandma is Blowing Everyone’s Mind!
Meet Ms. Qi, a 73-year-old Chinese backpacker who has probably visited more epic places than anyone from her younger generation. Qi has already visited the United States, as well as [...]
Seven Incredible Days in Ladakh!
Ladakh, India is an area in the north-east region the Himalayas that borders with Pakistan and China. Being surrounded by the world’s highest mountain ranges, the Karakoram Range and the Himalayas, [...]
The Best Snacks of Sichuan
One of the best parts of traveling is that it allows you the opportunity to taste new and diverse foods. Here is a blog for the inner FOODIE in all [...]
Should I ride an elephant in Thailand?
What is the deal with riding and washing elephants in Thailand? From intricately designed temples to one of Thailand’s most famous beers, elephants in Thailand certainly have quite the reputation. But [...]
Acclimatization in Tibet
With an average elevation exceeding 4,500 metres (14,800 ft), the Tibetan Plateau is sometimes called "the Roof of the World" because it stands over 3 miles (4.8 km) above sea level and [...]
Qutan Monastery – another incredible day trip!
Qutan Monastery is an excellent day trip from Xining, the capital of Qinghai Province. With original stone and wood architecture that is 626 years old and original hand painted Thangkas [...]
Twenty Five Quotes To Inspire You to Get Outside
It's amazing how a little ink can provoke so much thought. Writing can stir us to war or peace. It can make us pause in a fast-paced digital age and [...]
Ten Quick Tips on How to Pack a Backpack
A correctly organized backpack will make your hike even more comfortable. Regardless of how in shape you might be, incorrectly packing a backpack can quickly lead to overexertion on even [...]
Ten things to know before visiting Chengdu
Home to more than 14 million people and roughly the size of Los Angeles, California, visiting Chengdu is a must for anyone planning to travel to China. Chengdu has the [...]
Watch our new video and see how we roll
Are you curious what kind of stuff we do at Elevated Trips? Watch this fun video to get an insight into our most recent 4 night/ 5 day trip to [...]
What is a “DDQ Wild”?
Find out what exactly a "DDQ Wild" is. And how these 5 days in the wilderness might just change your life forever.
The Laji Mountain Team Building Weekend
Laji Mountain is just a short 1 hour drive from the center of Xining, China. But getting out into the open spaces feels so remote and free and really can [...]
The fastest ascent of Everest
In this post find out how Kilian Jornet set the speed record for ascending Mount Everest on May 21 and 22, 2017.
The jagged peaks and alpine lakes of Nyenbo Yurtse
Trek past fields of Edelweiss and yaks grazing near turquoise glacial lakes and discover the dramatic shark tooth peaks of Nyenbo Yurtse. This the home to Tibetan nomads who live [...]
Six days of trekking bliss on Minya Konka
Minya Konka, or Mount GongGa, is the highest peak in Sichuan Province at 7,556 m (24,790 ft). This also gives it the distinction of being the 41st tallest mountain in the world [...]
The ABC’s of packing a backpack
Packing for a trip can be stressful. What should I bring? What's the weather like? How many pairs of underwear do I need? Find out the answers to these questions [...]
YouNing Monastery – a great day trip from Xining!
Looking for a great day trip from Xining? Get away from the crowds and mass tourism of Qinghai Lake and discover a piece of monastic history that few foreigners have [...]
How to prepare for High Altitude
People always ask me, "How can I prepare for a trip to high altitude in Tibet?" Here are ways to make your next trip safe and happy and healthy. From [...]
