Jun 17
Building Artificial Glaciers for an Agricultural Future in Ladakh Climate change continues its grim march from concept into everyday reality. It is people that are at the climate extremes of the world that are experiencing the changing weather’s effects first. One of these areas is the Ladakh region of India,...
read more → May 20
Your Perfect Women's Hiking Trip All of Ryder-Walker’s treks are accessible and enjoyable regardless of gender, whether avid hikers or people just breaking into the sport! Still, some hikes may be considered more suitable for women or single women hikers. For example, we would not promote the idea of a...
read more → May 02
Include the Whole Family on Your Next Hiking Trip Each trip we put together at Ryder-Walker is well thought out to anticipate the various needs and wants of your group. All of our hiking adventures feature different levels of effort, terrain and comfort. Here, we dive into our best family-friendly hiking...
read more → Mar 07
Over the years here at Ryder-Walker Alpine Adventures, we have been asked for advice on pre- and post-hike activities in gateway cities from Buenos Aires to Munich. As guides, we often will have a day or two in between hiking trips to relax and catch up on laundry. We take these...
read more → Feb 13
Ryder-Walker's Multiple Country Treks Ryder Walker’s tours are all culturally and environmentally unique, however some of our tours have the extra distinction of visiting multiple countries in the same trek. These multi-country hiking treks include: The Hiker’s Haute Route, The Tour du Mont Blanc, The High Peaks of the Bavarian...
read more → Jan 29
Our Most Captivating Cultural Treks One of the most important parts of joining a Ryder-Walker trek or tour is the opportunity to experience the majesty of some of the most unique cultures in the world. Everything from the food, people, art, lifestyles, and architecture differs between each trek we offer....
read more → Nov 15
Ryder-Walker’s Seven Most Challenging Treks Why not start training for one of Ryder-Walker’s more vigorous treks! Your efforts will be rewarded with an adventure of a lifetime. Follow the rugged cairn-marked trails across Iceland’s moonscape or climbing to the heights of the largest mountain passes in the Alps. There is something...
read more → Oct 03
Watching Nature When guiding for Ryder-Walker, every day is a new adventure. The Alps remain a source of constant interest, in some ways a muse, in others a place of peace and relaxation. Spending a summer in the Alps is a view into a constant procession of different cultures. Everything...
read more → Oct 03
Planning the perfect hiking trip involves making numerous decisions. If you would like to take a stress-free trek without having to make all the decisions, a guided trek is for you. Below are five reasons why traveling with a guide will make for an unforgettable experience. 1. EASE OF TRAVEL Traveling with a...
read more → Aug 01
Earlier this summer, a group of ladies embarked on our self-guided Tour du Mont Blanc trip. From the video and images below, it sure looks like they had the trip of a lifetime. The complete circuit links Les Houches which is just outside of Chamonix, back to Chamonix in eight hiking...
read more → Jun 28
The Rocky Mountains are among the last great frontiers. Here wildlife is abundant, with everything from elk, marmots, and birds of prey. Larger animals such as mountain lions and black bears still calling the mysterious Rocky Mountains their home. The home of Ryder Walker, the Rockies are one of our...
read more → Jun 17
A private guided hiking tour is a great way to celebrate any special occasion. From birthdays and anniversaries to reunions and corporate retreats, we will tailor your trip to meet the interests of your group, and best of all you pick the tour dates. Our guides will show you the time...
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