Ray Mears Northern Wilderness
Another classic from the legend himself. Journeying by canoe, snow shoe and on foot Ray travels across one of the earths last great wilderness’s in Canada discovering the rich history, bushcraft and spectacular scenery and wildlife of this vast land.
Cycling Home From Siberia - Bear Grylls
In 2004 Rob Lilwall, flew to Siberia in order to cycle his way home. After a couple of slight detours Rob found himself arriving home over 3 years later having had the most extraordinary journey through some of the most remote places on the planet.
Places In Between - Rory Stewart
In 2002 (less than a year after the attack on the twin towers) Rory Stewart decided to walk across Afghanistan. His brave journey took him to places rarely visited by outsiders for decades. Sleeping on the floors of the friends he made along the way his tales of the fascinating and friendly faces he met along the way.
Blood River - Tim Butcher
Blood River is a harrowing account of war journalist, Tim Butcher’s journey to the heart of the Congo. A personal journey he had been wanting to make for years, in the footsteps of the great explorer Henry Morgan Stanley. As one of the worlds most volatile and lawless countries each step of the way is fraught with danger and disease.
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The Motorcycle Diaries
The original motorcycle adventure, Che Guevara’s trip through Sounth America has been the inspiration to thousands of trips since. Travelling through Argentine, Chile Peru and Venezuela each moment is filled with laughter, adventure, emotion and discovery
Old Man on A Bike - Simon Gandolfi
At 73 years old Simon Gandolfi might not seem like the most obvious person to embark on a cross continent motorcycle ride, but that is why this story is so great. Following 2 heart attacks Simon set off from the Gulf of Mexico with the Tierra del Fuego in his sights, the most southern tip of South America.
The Hungry Cyclist - Tom Kevill Davies
Tom Kevill-Davies set out on an unusual quest across the America’s, to find the perfect meal. Riding solo from New York city all the way down to Colombia, Tom followed his stomach. A truly inspiring journey action packed with stories of exploration, danger, delicious food and endurance.
The Worst Journey In The World
A great account of Captains Scott’s famous expedition to the Pole. Cherry-Garrard was one of the youngest members in Scotts team and later one of the men who made a bid for Scotts rescue and eventually found his body. If there is book that can really bring this epic adventure to life it is this one.
Last Chance To See - Mark Carwardin and Stephen Fry
This engaging account of Carwadine and Fry’s search for the world’s most threatened and rarest animals on earth retraces their good friend’s Douglas Adam’s trip in the 1980’s.
Against The Flow - Dee Caffari
This honest and remarkable story of Dee’s amazing voyage against the current of the Southern Ocean before she went on to win the Vendee Globe.
Born To Run - Christopher McDougall
A surprising and in depth look at the rise of ultramarathon runners. McDougall uncovers remarkable characters from the most intense of sports and finds what keeps them running for fifty miles through some of the world’s toughest environments.
Magnificent Desolation - Buzz Aldrin
A fascinating insight into the one of the superstars of the space race. As well as a unique viewpoint of the moon landings, this is a moving account of how being one of history’s first space explorer’s almost destroyed a man’s life.
To The End Of The Earth - Tom Avery
A mindblowing story of Big Earth favourite, Tom Avery, as he leads a small team to the North Pole in under 37 days, breaking a record and solving the greatest polar mystery ever at the same time.
Race To The Pole - James Cracknell & Ben Fogle
Battling the harshest continent in the world, James Cracknell and Ben Fogle’s epic journey to the pole, almost a century after Amundsen and Scott, sucks the reader into the Antarctic and threatens not to let them out until the last page is read.
Mad,Bad & Dangerous To Know - Ranulph Fiennes
This is the ultimate adventure book from the ultimate adventurer, Ranulph Fiennes is an inspiration to us all. This is his story; from his formative years as a boy, to his adventures down the Yukon and his life changing moment hacking off his fingers on the way to the pole.
The Longest Ride
The Longest Ride is Emilio Scotto’s account of his epic 10 year, record breaking motorcycle trip around the world. The book tells both the highs and lows of his trip, whether it was being arrested in Chad, witnessing a public execution or getting married in India.
Mad White Giant
Veteran explorer Benedict Allen has embarked on some of the most adventurous and risky expeditions and has written numerous books had made various TV shows documenting them. The best place to start would be with his first book, Mad White Giant.
The Man Who Cycled The World
Mark Beaumont shot into fame in 2008 having broke the world record for circumnavigating the world on a bicycle. Mark completed his epic 18,297 mile journey in a mere 194 days, 17 hours, smashing the previous one. The Man Who Cycled the World is Mark’s account of his journey and the hardships he encountered on his journey.
Work Your Way Around The World
This is a perfect guide for anyone who is planning a lengthy tour of the world with a tight budget. The book is written by one of the leading experts in working abroad and provides all the information you will need, such as how to get work permits. The jobs range from pretty standard to extraordinary, whether it’s a crocodile farm hand or a Turtle monitor.
Just A Little Run Around The World
This book is as, its author, Rosie Swale-Pope, describes it, it’s a story of 5 years, 3 packs of Wolves and 53 pairs of shoes and an epic journey running around the world. Already an intrepid world traveler, Rosie decided to run around the world when her husband died of prostate cancer, to raise money and awareness for the Prostate Cancer Charity.
Mondo Enduro
Before Long Way Round there was Mondo Enduro, the story of nine friends who set off on their motorcycles to travel around the world by the longest possible route, from London through Europe and Siberia to Alaska. Then down to Chile and across to Cape Town, up through Africa and the Middle East, before heading back to London.
Jupiter's Travels
In the late '70s Ted Simon rode 63,000 miles over four years through fifty-four countries in a journey that took him around the world. Through breakdowns, prison, war, revolutions, disasters and a Californian commune, he travelled into the depths of fear and reached the heights of euphoria.
Into The Wild
What would possess a gifted young man recently graduated from college to literally walk away from his life? Noted outdoor writer and mountaineer Jon Krakauer tackles that question in his reporting on Chris McCandless, whose emaciated body was found in an abandoned bus in the Alaskan wilderness in 1992.
Great Motorcycle Journeys of The World
Great Motorcycle Journeys of the World features 40 inspirational routes that can be ridden in the space of an average 2-3 week holiday. It is now possible to hire bikes in some of the world's most remote destinations; and if you don't want to go it alone join a group of riders from across the globe.
