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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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The Discovery of Machu Picchu
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May 26, 2026 |
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The 1996 Everest Disaster: Rob Hall, Scott Fischer and the Storm That Changed Everest
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May 19, 2026 |
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Hillary & Tenzing: The First Successful Everest Summit (The Full Story)
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May 11, 2026 |
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Mallory and Irvine: Did They Reach the Summit of Everest First?
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May 05, 2026 |
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7 Kilimanjaro Facts Most People Don’t Know (2026 Guide)
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Apr 28, 2026 |
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Scott vs Amundsen: The Race to the South Pole
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Apr 21, 2026 |
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The Personality Types That Actually Succeed on Treks
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Apr 14, 2026 |
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Are Trekkers Really Being Poisoned on Everest?
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Apr 07, 2026 |
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Best Time to Go (And When NOT To): Everest, Kilimanjaro, Machu Picchu and More
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Mar 31, 2026 |
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He Booked Everest Base Camp With Just 4 Weeks to Prepare
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Mar 24, 2026 |
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Travel Chaos Right Now: What You Need To Do If You’ve Got A Trip Booked
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Mar 17, 2026 |
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What It’s Really Like to Travel Through India’s Golden Triangle
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Mar 10, 2026 |
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What Happens If You’re the Slowest Person in the Group?
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Mar 03, 2026 |
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How Much Spending Money Do I Actually Need on an Adventure Trip?
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Feb 24, 2026 |
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What The Food Is Really Like on Everest, Kilimanjaro, Machu Picchu and More
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Feb 17, 2026 |
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Ultimate Packing Guide for Machu Picchu — What to Bring, What to Skip, and How to Prepare
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Feb 10, 2026 |
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What to Pack for Everest Base Camp & Kilimanjaro: The Ultimate Gear Guide for High-Altitude Treks
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Feb 03, 2026 |
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What to Pack for Mount Toubkal (Without Overpacking or Freezing at the Summit)
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Jan 27, 2026 |
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Can Adventure Travel Really Improve Mental Health?
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Jan 20, 2026 |
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Top 10 Mistakes People Make When Trekking Abroad (And How to Avoid Them)
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Jan 13, 2026 |
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Avoid These 7 Mistakes on Your Machu Picchu Trek
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Jan 06, 2026 |
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The Ultimate Guide to Women’s Hygiene and Health on Adventure Expeditions
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Dec 30, 2025 |
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Why Strangers Become Family on the Trail
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Dec 23, 2025 |
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What Trekking Companies Don’t Tell You: The Realities Behind the Scenes
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Dec 16, 2025 |
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Hard Adventure vs Soft Adventure — What Kind of Traveller Are You?
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Dec 09, 2025 |
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Why ATOL Protection Matters — What Most Travellers Don’t Realise About Booking Flights
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Dec 02, 2025 |
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How Fit Do You Really Need to Be for Everest Base Camp or Kilimanjaro?
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Nov 25, 2025 |
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The Truth About Trekking Toilets, Showers & Hygiene at Altitude (What No One Tells You)
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Nov 18, 2025 |
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What’s on the List for 2026? Your Guide to Next Year’s Biggest Adventure Trips
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Nov 11, 2025 |
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The Hidden Costs of High-Altitude Trekking: What You’re Not Being Told
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Nov 04, 2025 |
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What Adventure Travel Taught Me That Nothing Else Ever Could
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Oct 28, 2025 |
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Mount Toubkal vs The Inca Trail: Which Trek Is Right for You?
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Oct 21, 2025 |
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What Happens If You Can’t Summit? And Other Hard Truths from the Trail
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Oct 14, 2025 |
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The Truth About Adventure Travel Costs: What You’re Really Paying For
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Oct 07, 2025 |
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Climbing Mount Toubkal for the First Time: A Fresh Perspective
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Sep 30, 2025 |
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EBC vs Gokyo Lakes: Which Trek Should You Choose?
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Sep 23, 2025 |
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Boots, Jackets & Rucksacks: Your Essential Adventure Travel Kit Guide
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Sep 16, 2025 |
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Debunking Adventure Travel Myths: Do You Really Need to Be Super Fit?
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Sep 09, 2025 |
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Why Group Adventures Can Be Life-Changing
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Sep 02, 2025 |
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Kilimanjaro Routes Explained: Which Trek is Right for You?
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Aug 26, 2025 |
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Inca Trail vs Salkantay: Which Trek to Machu Picchu Is Right for You?
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Aug 19, 2025 |
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Post-Expedition Blues: Why Adventures Can Leave You Feeling Low (and What to Do About It)
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Aug 12, 2025 |
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Why Slovakia Might Be Europe’s Best Kept Adventure Secret
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Aug 05, 2025 |
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Racing for More Than Medals: How Adventure Travel Can Build Communities
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Jul 29, 2025 |
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Visas, Vaccines & Travel Docs: What You Really Need Before Your Next Adventure
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Jul 22, 2025 |
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New Adventures Await: Everest, Gokyo, India & More- Our Latest Trip Launches
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Jul 15, 2025 |
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What do you really need to pack for a big adventure and what should you leave behind?
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Jul 08, 2025 |
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Everest Through the Eyes of a Local: A Conversation with Dawa, Our Nepali Trek Leader
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Jul 01, 2025 |
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How to Train for Big Adventures — Without Burning Out
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Jun 24, 2025 |
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What's Harder? Everest Base Camp or Kilimanjaro
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Jun 17, 2025 |
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Capturing the Moment vs Living It: A Photographer’s Guide to Adventure
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Jun 10, 2025 |
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Altitude Training: Preparing for Your Next Big Climb
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Jun 02, 2025 |
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Crossing the Frozen North: Jemima Crathorne takes on the Varanger Challenge
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Jun 02, 2025 |
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Welcome to The Ultimate Adventure Travel Podcast: My Story, My Mission, and What’s Coming
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Jun 02, 2025 |