Where do participants come from?

Our participants come from all over the world! Think Europe, North America, United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, Asia and more!

What is included in the program price?

12-Weeks Accommodation Technical Rock Climbing Equipment, (Except climbing shoes) Group Tents & Cooking Gear Transportation During Program Outdoor First Aid Certification Swift or White Water Rescue course (New Zealand & Nepal ONLY) Packrafting Course (New Zealand ONLY) Mountaineering Course (Patagonia ONLY) Food on Program days (Nepal ONLY)

Are flights & travel insurance included?

Flights and travel insurance are not included in the program price. You are required to sort out your own flights to and from the program and your own insurance during the program period. We are partnered with The Travellist Co. to assist students with travel arrangements.

How fit do I need to be?

You will be required to undertake day hikes, over nights hikes and technical rock climbing pursuits. If you choose to travel to Nepal, you will be dealing with high altitude and colder climates. You should be comfortable hiking with a 15kg pack. You should be comfortable hiking up to 7 hours. Although no professional experience in the outdoors is required, you should have a passion and interest in the outdoors.

How many people will be on my program?

We operate in small group sizes with a maximum of 12 students per program.

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Why choose Pure Exploration?

At Pure Exploration, we specialize in meaningful adventure travel that immerses people in unique cultural environments. Our goal is to educate and encourage personal development through adventure and exploration. We aim to help you build mental fortitude, internal confidence, and external well-being. We offer global outdoor adventure programs designed for travelers seeking a constructive stepping stone into independent travel, the outdoor industry, or the next chapter in their lives. Our experiences prioritize building social and community relationships while fostering increasing levels of independence and personal responsibility. Our programs are crafted to inspire students to explore new locations, learn new skills, and connect with the outdoors. Upon completing a Pure Exploration ...

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The way we were taught skills and then got to keep building on them was very empowering.

January 24, 2025by: Savannah DrakeProgram: Adventure Guide Program | Patagonia

The location was incredible, the access to amazing climbing and hiking areas. Plus easy access to glaciers. Being trusted to use the skills we were taught was very rewarding. The way we were taught skills and then got to keep building on them was very empowering.

The best part was the group of students I got to do this program with.

January 24, 2025by: Laura MahoneyProgram: Adventure Guide Program | Patagonia

The best part was the group of students I got to do this program with. Each person was unique and special and taught me something about friendship, overcoming challenges, appreciating each other's differences, managing stress and fear, the importance of communication, being a good leader, and building confidence to take on new challenges. I definitely couldn't have gotten through as much of the program as I did without their support and friendship. I also would say the level of challenge was excellent and exceeded my expectations, and forced me out of my comfort zone nearly every day and pushed me to grow personally and in my confidence in the outdoors. Also the location of the program in El Chalten, it became like home to us and is truly a trekking and nature lovers paradise.

An incredible experience that will either A) give you a new skillset or B) teach you a lot about yourself

January 22, 2025by: Chris EngleProgram: Adventure Guide Program | Queenstown, New Zealand

If you're on the fence about taking the course, do it. It's an incredible experience that will either A) give you a new skillset or B) teach you a lot about yourself. Even if you don't end up working in the industry, the memories and stories you'll have make it worth it.