Great Outdoors in South Asia
Asia
Slow climb to heaven
Gazing across the Himalayan vastness to Everest, Penny Watson discovers a vision splendid.
Nepal
Inspired to take a peak
An unexpected email, a sister's birthday and a spirit of adventure lead to the trip of a lifetime for Nikki Marshall.
India
Ladakh, a Lama and a likely lad
Michael Gebicki travels into India's towering north-west and encounters an exhilarating clash of cultures.
Sri Lanka
Wonder land
Once ravaged by civil war, Sri Lanka is now a hot spot for different reasons, as Keith Austin reveals in this beginner's guide.
Photo galleries
Getting high in the Himalayas
The village of Leti, perched among the peaks of India's Himalayas, offers view of expansive vistas and luxury accommodation as the base for a three-day walk through the region.
Travellers Tips
Group tours
Adventures for groupies
Great life experiences in far-flung destinations are in reach like never before, writes Belinda Jackson.
