Highland Trekking

Trekking Papua New Guinea's Highlands: Adventure Guide from Lae to Mt. Shungol

As a veterinarian with a penchant for exploring geological wonders between conferences, Papua New Guinea's highlands have long fascinated me with their extraordinary biodiversity and complex terrain. Last summer, while attending a wildlife conservation symposium in Port Moresby, I extended...

Hiking the Highlands: Outdoor Adventures in Mekelle's Dramatic Landscapes

When my buying trip to Addis Ababa wrapped up early last fall, I made an impulsive decision that would become one of my most transformative travel experiences to date. Instead of catching the next flight home, I headed north to...