The Ultimate Adventure Travel Podcast

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The Ultimate Adventure Travel Podcast is the show for people who want more from their travels than just ticking off the sights. Hosted by expedition leader and Ultimate Adventure Travel founder Jake Field, this weekly podcast is your guide to unforgettable group adventures — from Kilimanjaro and the Inca Trail to Everest Base Camp and beyond. Whether you’re preparing for your first big trip or looking to push your limits on your next one, you’ll find expert advice, real stories, and practical tips to help you get adventure-ready — physically, mentally, and logistically. Expect inspiring guests, honest insights, and plenty of motivation to get outside your comfort zone — and into the wild — with a group of like-minded people by your side.

  1. 1d ago

    Everything Nobody Tells You About India’s Golden Triangle

    India does not gently introduce itself. The traffic, the noise, the food, the colours and the crowds all arrive at once. But beneath the apparent chaos is one of the most fascinating and rewarding journeys you can experience. In this episode, I take you through India’s famous Golden Triangle, connecting Delhi, Agra and Jaipur. Drawing on my experience of leading a group through India earlier this year, I share the practical realities, unexpected moments and important details that ordinary travel guides often leave out. We explore the chaotic lanes and hidden history of Old Delhi, uncover the stories and myths surrounding the Taj Mahal, and discover why Jaipur is not quite as pink as its nickname suggests. I also cover the realities of travelling through India, including road crossings, food safety, haggling, common tourist scams, cultural etiquette, air quality, tipping, what to wear and how to experience India respectfully. In this episode:  What India’s Golden Triangle actually is  Why Delhi needs time to make sense  The real difference between Old Delhi and New Delhi  How India’s horns and traffic really work  Common scams to recognise before travelling  The honest truth about Agra  Surprising details hidden within the Taj Mahal  The myths surrounding Shah Jahan and the Taj Mahal’s construction  Why visiting at sunrise does not guarantee an empty monument  Fatehpur Sikri and the story of India’s former imperial capital  Why Jaipur is not actually bright pink  Amber Fort, Jantar Mantar and Jaipur’s extraordinary history  The ethical concerns surrounding elephant rides  How to haggle without being rude  What to eat and how to reduce your risk of an upset stomach  Cash, tipping, clothing and cultural etiquette  Advice for solo travellers and women visiting India  The biggest mistakes first-time visitors make  Whether the Golden Triangle is the right adventure for you The Golden Triangle cannot show you the whole of India, but it provides an unforgettable first chapter. It is ideal for curious travellers who want history, culture, food and adventure without needing to climb a mountain or sleep in a tent. Ultimate Adventure Travel runs a fully organised Golden Triangle experience, taking care of the accommodation, transport, local guides and practical details while giving you the time and support to experience India properly. Find out more or contact Jake: Ultimate Adventure Travel If you enjoyed this episode, follow the Ultimate Adventure Travel Podcast, leave a review and share it with somebody who has always wanted to visit India. Ultimate Guide Links;  Get the Free Adventure Travel Starter Pack  Get the Kilimanjaro Guide  Get the Everest Base Camp Guide  Get the Mount Toubkal Guide  Instagram https://www.ultimateadventuretravel.co.uk/

    Everything Nobody Tells You About India’s Golden Triangle

  2. Jul 28

    Sir Ranulph Fiennes: The Ultimate Adventurer?

    What makes someone the greatest explorer of all time? Is it standing on the summit of Everest? Reaching the North Pole? Surviving against impossible odds? In this episode of The Ultimate Adventure Travel Podcast, we're diving into the remarkable life of Sir Ranulph Fiennes, a man widely regarded as the world's greatest living explorer. From losing his father before he was born to becoming the first person to circumnavigate the globe via both poles using only surface transport, Fiennes has built a career around tackling challenges that most people considered impossible. We'll explore his early life, military career, record-breaking expeditions, his historic Transglobe Expedition, climbing Everest at the age of 65 after major heart surgery, running seven marathons on seven continents in seven days, and the famous frostbite story that has become part of exploration folklore. But this episode isn't just about extraordinary achievements. It's about resilience, preparation, leadership, and why stepping outside your comfort zone might be the greatest adventure of all. Whether you're dreaming of trekking to Everest Base Camp, climbing Kilimanjaro, crossing the Sahara Desert, or simply looking for inspiration to take on your own challenge, Sir Ranulph Fiennes' story proves that age, setbacks and fear don't have to define what you're capable of. In this episode: Who is Sir Ranulph Fiennes?His childhood and early influencesMilitary life and the skills that shaped an explorerThe incredible Transglobe ExpeditionWhy crossing the polar regions is so brutally difficultEverest after heart surgerySeven marathons on seven continents in seven daysThe truth behind the famous frostbite storyWhy many consider him the greatest explorer of the modern eraThe lessons every adventurer can learn from his extraordinary lifeIf you've enjoyed this episode, don't forget to follow the podcast, leave a rating and share it with someone who loves adventure. Thinking about your own adventure? If Sir Ranulph Fiennes has inspired you to push your own limits, we'd love to help. At Ultimate Adventure Travel, we specialise in expertly guided small-group adventures including: 🏔️ Everest Base Camp ⛰️ Mount Kilimanjaro 🏜️ Sahara Desert Treks 🥾 Mount Toubkal 🌎 And many more unforgettable adventures. Visit www.ultimateadventuretravel.co.uk to discover upcoming departures and start planning your next challenge. Ultimate Guide Links;  Get the Free Adventure Travel Starter Pack  Get the Kilimanjaro Guide  Get the Everest Base Camp Guide  Get the Mount Toubkal Guide  Instagram https://www.ultimateadventuretravel.co.uk/

    Sir Ranulph Fiennes: The Ultimate Adventurer?

  3. Jul 21

    Everything Nobody Tells You About Machu Picchu

    Think you know what to expect from Machu Picchu? Think again. In this episode, I share everything I wish more people knew before visiting one of the world's most iconic destinations. From altitude and weather to permits, crowds and the reality of hiking the Inca Trail, these are the things that rarely make it into guidebooks but can completely change your experience. Having led multiple trips to Peru and spoken with countless local guides and trekkers, I'm sharing the practical advice, insider tips and common mistakes that will help you get the very best from your adventure. Whether you're planning to hike the Inca Trail, tackle the Salkantay Trek or simply visit Machu Picchu by train, this episode will help you prepare properly. In this episode:  Why Machu Picchu isn't actually the hardest part of the trip  The surprising truth about altitude in Peru  Why Cusco catches more people out than Machu Picchu  The weather nobody prepares you for  The permit and ticket mistakes that can ruin your visit  Why your Instagram expectations might need adjusting  What the Inca Trail camps are really like  The incredible work of Peru's porters and local guides  The fascinating history and engineering behind Machu Picchu  Common myths about the "Lost City of the Incas"  Practical packing advice and trekking tips  Answers to the questions I'm asked most about visiting Peru If Machu Picchu has been sitting on your bucket list for years, this episode will help you avoid the common mistakes and make the most of one of the greatest adventures on Earth. Thinking about joining me in Peru? I lead small group adventures to Peru every year, including the iconic Inca Trail to Machu Picchu. Find out more:  https://www.ultimateadventuretravel.co.uk/international/p/inca-trail Ultimate Guide Links;  Get the Free Adventure Travel Starter Pack  Get the Kilimanjaro Guide  Get the Everest Base Camp Guide  Get the Mount Toubkal Guide  Instagram https://www.ultimateadventuretravel.co.uk/

    Everything Nobody Tells You About Machu Picchu

  4. Jul 14

    The Ultimate Sahara Desert Adventure

    What is it really like to spend four days trekking through the Sahara Desert? In this episode of the Ultimate Adventure Travel Podcast, I take you behind the scenes of one of the world's most iconic landscapes and explain why the Sahara is so much more than endless sand dunes. From sleeping beneath some of the darkest skies on Earth to sharing tea with local Berber guides, this isn't about ticking off another destination. It's about slowing down, switching off and experiencing one of the most peaceful places you'll ever visit. Whether you're considering joining one of our Sahara expeditions or you're simply fascinated by desert adventures, this episode covers everything you need to know. In this episode:  Why the Sahara is one of the best first adventure treks  What a typical day in the desert actually looks like  The incredible journey from Marrakech through the Atlas Mountains  Trekking with camels and experienced Berber guides  What the camps, food and accommodation are really like  How hot the Sahara actually gets (and why it might surprise you)  Fitness requirements and who this trip is suitable for  What to pack and what you can leave at home  The magic of sleeping beneath a sky full of stars  Trip costs, what's included and what to budget for If you've ever wondered what it feels like to disconnect from modern life and spend several days crossing one of the world's greatest deserts, this episode is for you. Thinking of joining us? Our Sahara Desert Adventure is an 8 day expedition through southern Morocco, combining spectacular scenery, authentic Berber hospitality and four unforgettable days trekking through the desert. You'll travel from Marrakech across the High Atlas Mountains, hike alongside camel caravans, camp beneath the stars and experience a side of Morocco that few visitors ever see. Find out more about the trip here: www.ultimateadventuretravel.co.uk Or email me directly: jake@ultimateadventuretravel.co.uk Ultimate Guide Links;  Get the Free Adventure Travel Starter Pack  Get the Kilimanjaro Guide  Get the Everest Base Camp Guide  Get the Mount Toubkal Guide  Instagram https://www.ultimateadventuretravel.co.uk/

    The Ultimate Sahara Desert Adventure

  5. Jul 7

    The Seven Summits: The Ultimate Mountaineering Challenge Explained

    What does it really take to climb the highest mountain on every continent? In this episode of The Ultimate Adventure Travel Podcast, we're exploring one of the most famous challenges in adventure travel: The Seven Summits. From the frozen wilderness of Antarctica to the rainforests of Papua, we travel across all seven continents to discover the mountains that have inspired explorers for decades. We look at what makes each peak unique, why the Seven Summits remain one of the world's greatest adventure goals, and whether it's a challenge that ordinary people can realistically achieve. Along the way, I share stories from my own experiences leading expeditions on Kilimanjaro and Everest Base Camp, explain the famous debate between the Bass and Messner lists, and discuss whether chasing famous summits is really what adventure travel should be about. Whether you're dreaming of climbing your first mountain or simply fascinated by the world's greatest expeditions, this episode is packed with history, inspiration and practical insight. Thinking About Your Own Adventure? If today's episode has inspired you to experience high altitude trekking for yourself, Ultimate Adventure Travel runs small group expeditions to: Mount KilimanjaroEverest Base CampMount ToubkalMachu Picchu & the Inca Trail And more incredible adventures around the world. Previous Episodes You Might Enjoy  The 1996 Everest Disaster  Mallory & Irvine: Did They Reach the Summit?  Hillary & Tenzing: The First Ascent of Everest  Everest Base Camp: Everything Nobody Tells You  The Ultimate Kilimanjaro Prep Call  Touching the Void  Shackleton: The Greatest Survival Story Ever Told Ultimate Guide Links;  Get the Free Adventure Travel Starter Pack  Get the Kilimanjaro Guide  Get the Everest Base Camp Guide  Get the Mount Toubkal Guide  Instagram https://www.ultimateadventuretravel.co.uk/

    The Seven Summits: The Ultimate Mountaineering Challenge Explained

  6. Jun 30

    Everything Nobody Tells You About Everest Base Camp

    Most people researching Everest Base Camp hear the same things. "It's tough." "The views are incredible." "Watch out for altitude." But what is it actually like to spend two weeks trekking through the Himalayas? After leading multiple expeditions to Everest Base Camp, I'm sharing the things that rarely make it into the brochures, YouTube videos, or social media posts. From the reality of the Lukla flight and the surprising effects of altitude, to tea house life, yaks, toilets, mountain cafés, and the moments that make people fall in love with Nepal, this is the honest guide I wish every trekker heard before they went. Whether you're planning your own Everest Base Camp adventure or simply fascinated by one of the world's greatest trekking routes, this episode offers practical advice, behind-the-scenes stories, and plenty of insights from someone who's experienced it first-hand. In this episode:  Why the Lukla flight isn't as scary as the internet makes it seem  The surprising truth about Everest Base Camp itself  What altitude really feels like (and why it isn't always altitude sickness)  Why Nepal's porters deserve enormous respect  The reality of tea houses, toilets and showers  How much things actually cost on the trail  Why Ama Dablam often steals the show from Everest  The mental challenges of trekking at altitude  What nobody tells you about the journey back down  The real reason people keep returning to Everest Base Camp Enjoying the podcast? If you found this episode helpful, please consider leaving a review and following The Ultimate Adventure Travel Podcast. It really helps more people discover the show. If you know someone dreaming of trekking to Everest Base Camp, share this episode with them. It could answer questions they didn't even know they had. Thanks for listening, and I'll see you next week Ultimate Guide Links;  Get the Free Adventure Travel Starter Pack  Get the Kilimanjaro Guide  Get the Everest Base Camp Guide  Get the Mount Toubkal Guide  Instagram https://www.ultimateadventuretravel.co.uk/

    Everything Nobody Tells You About Everest Base Camp

  7. Jun 23

    Ernest Shackleton and the Endurance: The Ultimate Survival Story

    Shackleton: The Greatest Survival Story Ever Told What would you do if your ship became trapped in Antarctic ice, hundreds of miles from land, with no rescue coming? This week on The Ultimate Adventure Travel Podcast, we're diving into one of the most remarkable survival stories in human history. The story of Sir Ernest Shackleton and the doomed Endurance Expedition wasn't supposed to be a tale of survival. It was supposed to be a groundbreaking attempt to cross Antarctica from coast to coast. Instead, it became a fight for survival against crushing ice, freezing temperatures, starvation, isolation and impossible odds. After the Endurance was trapped and eventually destroyed by Antarctic ice, Shackleton and his crew faced a challenge that should have ended in disaster. Yet somehow, every single member of the expedition survived. In this episode, I break down the incredible journey from the Weddell Sea to Elephant Island, the legendary voyage of the James Caird, and why Shackleton is still regarded as one of the greatest leaders in history. Whether you're interested in exploration, leadership, mountaineering, adventure travel or simply extraordinary human stories, this is an episode you won't want to miss. Ultimate Guide Links;  Get the Free Adventure Travel Starter Pack  Get the Kilimanjaro Guide  Get the Everest Base Camp Guide  Get the Mount Toubkal Guide  Instagram https://www.ultimateadventuretravel.co.uk/

    Ernest Shackleton and the Endurance: The Ultimate Survival Story

  8. Jun 16

    Touching the Void: The Survival Story That Shouldn't Be Possible

    What would you do if your climbing partner's survival meant risking your own life? In this episode of the Ultimate Adventure Travel Podcast, we dive into one of the most extraordinary survival stories ever told. The story of Joe Simpson and Simon Yates has become legendary in mountaineering circles and inspired the bestselling book and award-winning film Touching the Void. After successfully completing the first ascent of the West Face of Siula Grande in the Peruvian Andes, disaster strikes during the descent. A shattered leg, a brutal storm, an impossible decision, and a fight for survival that continues to amaze climbers more than forty years later. This is far more than a climbing story. It's a story of resilience, friendship, leadership under pressure, and what happens when there are no good options left. Based on Joe Simpson and Simon Yates' remarkable expedition, this episode explores the climb, the accident, the controversial rope-cutting decision, and the psychological strength required to survive against all odds.  Enjoyed This Episode? If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a fellow adventurer. For more stories from the world's greatest mountains, trekking destinations, and adventure expeditions, follow the Ultimate Adventure Travel Podcast. Ultimate Guide Links;  Get the Free Adventure Travel Starter Pack  Get the Kilimanjaro Guide  Get the Everest Base Camp Guide  Get the Mount Toubkal Guide  Instagram https://www.ultimateadventuretravel.co.uk/

    Touching the Void: The Survival Story That Shouldn't Be Possible
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The Ultimate Adventure Travel Podcast is the show for people who want more from their travels than just ticking off the sights. Hosted by expedition leader and Ultimate Adventure Travel founder Jake Field, this weekly podcast is your guide to unforgettable group adventures — from Kilimanjaro and the Inca Trail to Everest Base Camp and beyond. Whether you’re preparing for your first big trip or looking to push your limits on your next one, you’ll find expert advice, real stories, and practical tips to help you get adventure-ready — physically, mentally, and logistically. Expect inspiring guests, honest insights, and plenty of motivation to get outside your comfort zone — and into the wild — with a group of like-minded people by your side.

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