Raw, rugged and utterly spectacular - Pakistan is the gateway to five of the world's 8000ers, and we trekked to all five base camps in one epic expedition. From the Baltoro Glacier to K2, Broad Peak, Gasherbrum I & II, and Nanga Parbat's dramatic Rupal Face, this is our complete first-hand story of trekking in the Karakoram. Tips, insights and three videos included.

Rain, leeches, monsoon rivers, a helicopter evacuation and fractured ribs — the Manaslu Base Camp Trek (via the Manaslu Circuit) was our most eventful base camp yet. We joined a mountaineering expedition in climbing season, experiencing a tent city and a moving Puja ceremony at 4,881m. First-hand story, circuit trek tips and video included.

The Dhaulagiri Base Camp Trek (Dhaulagiri Circuit) - is one of Nepal's toughest and most remote trekking challenges. This was our 7th base camp, marking the halfway point of Project Base8000, and every bit as dramatic as we'd hoped. Full adventure story, safety tips and video included.

Trekking to Cho Oyu Advance Base Camp at 5,800m in Tibet — the highest altitude we'd reached — was a stark, surreal and unforgettable experience. We joined a mountaineering expedition, navigating Chinese military checkpoints, yaks on the glacier, and the breathtaking Nangpa La. First-hand story, practical tips and video included.

The Makalu Barun Valley — dubbed the "Yosemite of Nepal" — is one of the most remote and pristine trekking regions in the Himalayas. We trekked all the way to Makalu Advance Base Camp at 5,700m, embedded with a mountaineering expedition under the world's 5th highest mountain. First-hand story, trek tips and video included.

We trekked to Everest Base Camp to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the first ascent - with dinner suits, no less. This is our first-hand adventure story of the iconic Khumbu Valley trek, including a brush with altitude sickness, the Tenzing Hillary Marathon, and getting stranded in Lukla. Includes AMS prevention tips and insights for trekkers.