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Over 85 pages of invaluable advice and travel hacks. Did we mention it's free? Hike your way around the world If like me, you love a good adventure then this is probably for you. Hiking is a

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great way to thoroughly experience a place… you get a real feel for the people, culture and wildlife. When on foot you might bump into a local farmer who will

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show you the best coconuts, you’ll be able to smell the fresh coffee growing in

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the plantations or get spectacular views that just aren’t accessible any other

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way. Hiking isn’t just about marching up a mountain and exhausting your legs, it’s a way to immerse yourself in a place. Give it a try in 2018.

1. Torres del Paine ‘W’ circuit – Chile

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This is a place to be amazed by skyrocketting mountains, emerald glacial lakes

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and enchanting forests. This hike takes you through all of this in the Torres del

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Paine National Park. There are stunning views all around, the perfect way to explore Patagonia.

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2. Inca Trail – Peru

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One of the most well-known hikes in the world. You trek through jungle, mountains and Inca ruins before ending at Machu Picchu for sunrise. If you want a more rustic, less trodden experience hike the Salkantay trail instead. Its slightly tougher but well worth it. Distance: 26 miles Duration: 4 days Best time: May to September but anytime is good

3. Nebaj to Todos Santos – Guatemala

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See the best of what Guatemala has to offer. This trek takes you through remote, rural villages steeped in Mayan culture, ﬁnishing at the highest nonvolcanic point in Southern America, La Torre. Distance: 40 miles Duration: 6 days Best time: year round

4. Angels Landing – USA

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This is a relatively short one but world-renowned. The end takes you along a steep ridge with chains bolted in and a sheer drop either side. I can say from experience… this section isn’t for the faint-hearted and many people ﬁnd themselves turning around here. If you push through you’ll be rewarded with spectacular views of Zion Canyon. Distance: 5 miles Duration: 4-5 hours Best time: year round

5. Appalachian Trail – USA

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This is one of the longest continually marked footpaths in the world, so most people don’t complete it all in one go, but why not if you can… It takes you through 14 states, starting in Maine and ﬁnishing in Georgia. Distance: 2,200 miles Duration: 5-7 months Best time: year round

6. Three Peaks Challenge – United Kingdom

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If you’re looking for a challenge this is deﬁnitely for you. Climb the three highest points in England, Scotland and Wales in just 24 hours. You scale Ben Nevis, Scafell Pike and Snowdon. You can join organised events which will help with accommodation and travel between the hikes. Distance: 23 miles Duration: 24 hours Best time: April to September to avoid snow

7. Mont Blanc – France, Italy and Switzerland

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“Climb the mountains and get their good tidings. Nature’s peace will ﬂow into you as sunshine ﬂows into trees.” John Muir This hike shows you the best of the Alps. You’ll cross into 3 different countries and endless mountain passes, alpine meadows and beautiful valleys. One not to be missed. Distance: 105 miles Duration: 10 days Best time: July to mid-September

8. Blyde River Canyon – South Africa

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Blyde River is one of the largest canyons in the world and certainly the greenest. You can walk, bike or even take a horse along the trail. Keep a lookout for the ‘Three Rondavels’ that rise out of the walls of the canyon, the highlight of the hike. Distance: 37 miles Duration: 5 days Best time: good all year round

9. Mount Kilimanjaro – Tanzania

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For any hiker, this one is not to be missed. There are 7 different routes up Kilimanjaro and multiple camps to rest at. The best way to do it is as part of a guided tour to reach the beautiful views at the highest point in Africa. Distance: 35 miles Duration: 7 days Best time: January, February or September Â

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Hike through the beautiful hills, forests, beaches and tea and spice plantations of Southern India. One of the best ways to take in the culture of India, you’ll get a real ﬂavour of the country. There are a variety of trails that vary in duration and distance. Be aware that you’ll need to do this as part of an organised hike.

11. Everest Base Camp – Nepal

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One of the most famous treks in the world takes you right into the heart of the Himalayas. Along the way you get the opportunity to meet the people that inhabit these slopes and learn about their culture. Let’s not forget getting faceto-face with the highest point on earth too. Distance: 70 miles Duration: 10-15 days Best time: March-May, September-November

12. Great wall of China

There are many different ways to hike the Great Wall of China. The newest section available for exploration takes you from Jiankou Great Wall to Xizhazi village. It’s a picturesque hike along forested mountain edges. Make sure you take a local guide.

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Distance: 12 miles Duration 1-3 days Best time: avoid winter, December to February

13. Mount Kinabalu – Borneo

This is a great one for people of all ages and abilities. It’s a spectacular climb with changing scenery and you’ll reach the summit to watch the sun rise through the clouds. Distance: 6 miles Duration: 2 days Best time: year round

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This one is less climbing and more coast oriented. You’ll come across endless white beaches, turquoise water and famous red rocks coated in lichen. The Bay of Fires is a trip that you can only do with a guide but it is 100% worth it. Distance: 16 miles Duration: 4 days Best time: October to May

So, where are you going to start? Your gap year is about having new experiences, doing something you’d never thought of, seeing remote parts of the world, getting an understanding for different cultures, pushing yourself and ﬁnding out who you are. There’s no better way to do that than on foot. Dust off your walking shoes, grab that reusable water bottle, ﬁnd your camera and head out into nature.

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Alice Baker Alice joined The Leap team in 2017 to give expert gap year travel advice. She previously spent a couple of years living in Madagascar and ran The Leap project out there. Alice will be one of the people you get through to if you get in touch with us about our programs.

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