December 5, 2017Read time - 2 minutesNeed a New Year’s resolution that you'll want to keep? Forget boring resolutions about what you’ll quit or lose, here are 8 summits to climb in the New Year.From splendidly isolated peaks to iconic volcanic summits, there really is a mountain for everyone. Climb one and chances are it won’t be your last. Wherever you walk, the sense that the world is opening itself up to you step by step is one of the most liberating and uplifting experiences we can imagine. And if you want to talk uplifting, well, the only way is up...Bucket List IdeasMonte CapanneMonte CapanneWhere? Elba, ItalyLevel: Beginner Max altitude: 1019m Avg altitude: 500m Take me there: Italy tripsElba is one of Italy's best-kept secrets, and there's nowhere finer to enjoy this beautiful island than from the summit of Monte Capanne, where stunning views also take in Corsica and the rest of the Tuscan Archipelago. Don't fancy the walk? There's the option to take the cable car instead.Mount EtnaMount EtnaWhere? Sicily, ItalyLevel: Beginner Max altitude: 3350m Avg altitude: 800m Take me there: Sicily tripsBest for volcanic landscapes; you’ll be hard-pressed to beat Sicily for dramatic black lava flows and beautiful but otherworldly trekking vistas.Mount Toubkal Mount ToubkalWhere? Morocco Level: Intermediate Max altitude: 4167m Avg altitude: 2600m Take me there: Mount Toubkal tripsBest for those short of time, this popular peak can be conquered in just a long weekend – or, if there’s no rush, the surrounding High Atlas offer miles and miles of pink and orange routes to enjoy.Mount TriglavMount Triglav Where? Slovenia Level: Intermediate Max altitude: 2846m Avg altitude: 2000m Take me there: Mount Triglav tripsBest for thrill seekers with a head for heights, this dramatic mountain is in the heart of the moon-like peaks of the vastly underrated Julian Alps. Snake along a vertiginous ridge towards summit glory, aided by a few ropes.KilimanjaroKilimanjaroWhere? Tanzania Level: Intermediate Max altitude: 5895m Avg altitude: 4000m Take me there: Kilimanjaro tripsBest for seeing the curvature of the Earth, a suitably spectacular reward for your efforts. There are several routes to the top – we offer two of the quietest, and most beautiful.Stok KangriStok Kangri Where? India Level: Experienced Max altitude: 6153m Avg altitude: 4000m Take me there: Ladakh tripsBest for gaining high-altitude experience, Stok Kangri is many people’s first 6000m peak – giving this summit an aura of romance and nostalgia for many trekkers.Island PeakIsland Peak Where? Nepal Level: Experienced Max altitude: 6189m Avg altitude: 3680m Take me there: Nepal tripsThis is not one for the faint-hearted. The summit itself is a roped ascent through deep snow, surrounded by a sea of jagged, dramatic peaks in the heart of the Khumbu. But the views make it worthwhile. Lenin PeakLenin PeakWhere? KyrgyzstanLevel: Experienced Max altitude: 7134m Avg altitude: 4513m Take me there: Kyrgyzstan tripsThe snowy crown jewel of the Pamir Mountains, Lenin Peak is one of the most accessible 7000m summits out there. For a challenge of epic proportions, this new addition to the Exodus (mountain) range is a must. Plus, the first departure is accompanied by none other than Exodus' mountain queen, Valerie Parkinson.Take a look at our trips below and choose which summits to climb in the New Year.
Sicilian Volcanoes 53 reviews Discover Mount Etna and the beautiful volcanic archipelago of northern Sicily Walking & Trekking Activity level: Moderate Ages: 16+ 8 Days from $2,249 USD Guided (Incl. Taxes) View More Details
Mt Toubkal Climb 113 reviews Exhilarating one-week trek to the summit of North Africa's highest mountain Walking & Trekking Activity level: Challenging Ages: 16+ 8 Days from $979 USD Guided (Incl. Taxes) View More Details
Mt Toubkal Winter Climb 54 reviews Magnificent trekking in the snowy High Atlas Mountains of Morocco Winter Activity level: Tough Ages: 18+ 8 Days from $1,179 USD Guided (Incl. Taxes) View More Details
Mt Toubkal Long Weekend 32 reviews Conquer Mt Toubkal in a long weekend walking adventure Walking & Trekking Activity level: Challenging Ages: 16+ 5 Days from $799 USD Guided (Incl. Taxes) View More Details
Lakes & Mountains of Slovenia 17 reviews Walk in the heart of the Slovenian Julian Alps Walking & Trekking Activity level: Moderate Ages: 16+ 8 Days from $2,179 USD Guided (Incl. Taxes) View More Details
Kilimanjaro Climb - Lemosho Route 104 reviews Walk this less-trekked and scenic route Walking & Trekking Activity level: Challenging / Tough Ages: 16+ 10 Days from $6,249 USD $5,849 USD Guided (Incl. Taxes) View More Details
Kilimanjaro Climb Rongai Route 125 reviews Trek Africa's highest and most fabled mountain Walking & Trekking Activity level: Challenging / Tough Ages: 18+ 8 Days from $4,979 USD Guided (Incl. Taxes) View More Details
Peaks of Ladakh Trek 6 reviews Conquer your first 6,000m peak and experience the unique culture of the High Himalaya. Walking & Trekking Activity level: Tough Ages: 18+ 16 Days from $3,999 USD Guided (Incl. Taxes) View More Details