The 5 Best Backpacking Tents of 2026: Lightweight Durable & Affordable After clocking several hours backpacking in the backcountry of the Colorado Rockies, I can attest that finding the right tent can make or break your backpacking trip. Whether you’re chasing ultralight gear for thru-hikes, a durable backpacking tent for
THE INSTA360 X4 Amazing 8K @ 30FPS, 5.7K @ 60FPS, 4K @ 100FPS, 360° capture, 72MP photos, great battery-life, insane image stabilization. Why the Insta360 X4 (and why NOT the GoPro 12 or DJI Osmo Action 4)? In a nutshell: it’s just better. Insta360 reached out to me and asked if
As someone who shoots underwater all the time, and having used both, I think the DJI Osmo Action 3 is the better underwater action because of it’s sensor, depth rating price,
The Philippines is one of the most popular dive destinations in the world, and so much of their tourism economy revolves around diving and divers. The internet is awash in blog articles and videos with “top X” lists of the
Nature and wildlife travel, especially if you are travelling internationally, is one of, if not the most expensive travel niche out there.
International flights, expensive private transportation into isolated areas, lodging in these areas, and the premiums tacked on
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El Encanto Nature Reserve El Encanto Nature Reserve, located in Palestina, Huila at an altitude of 1350 meters, has been welcoming nature enthusiasts since 1997. Founded by a family dedicated to conservation, the reserve offers a blend of rural charm with well-appointed lodging and local cuisine. The reserve is known
Finca Ecologica San Luis Finca Ecológica San Luis, located adjacent to the Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve in Costa Rica, is a 100-acre ecological sanctuary offering visitors a chance to immerse themselves in nature. Founded nearly 40 years ago by the Leiton Mendez family, the property encompasses primary forest, diverse wildlife,
Mount Totumas Cloud Forest Reserve Mount Totumas Cloud Forest is situated in Panama’s pristine cloud forest ecosystem. This 400-acre reserve, which borders La Amistad National Park, offers a range of activities designed to immerse visitors in the region’s unique biodiversity. The resort provides access to 30 kilometers of self-guided trails,
Otobo’s Amazon Safari Otobo’s Amazon Safari, founded and operated by Otobo, a native Huaorani, offers an immersive experience in the Ecuadorian Amazon. The safari operates within the Yasuni Biosphere Reserve, an area renowned for its rich biodiversity. The tours are designed to provide an authentic exploration of the rainforest, combining
Rio Bigal Biological Reserve Fundación Sumac Muyu, the organization behind the Bigal River Biological Reserve, was established to focus on the preservation of one of the planet’s most biodiverse areas. The reserve, located within the Sumaco biosphere in Ecuador, spans from lowland rainforests to the highlands of Volcan Sumaco, and
Buenaventura Reserve The Buenaventura Reserve, located in Ecuador’s El Oro province, is a key destination for bird enthusiasts, renowned for its high bird diversity and accessibility. Established in 1999 by the Jocotoco Foundation, the reserve spans 6,546 acres of cloud forest on the otherwise dry western slope of the Andes.
Hey, I’m Tyler! Being from Colorado, my love for the mountains and nature created a natural progression to learn landscape and outdoor photography. That combined with a deep motivation to avoid reverting back to a desk job has catapulted me into a life of exploring the outdoors with my camera. I’m a former analyst with one main goal that is always top of mind. To spend as much time outdoors as possible.
I want to help people make travel and gear decisions so that they can get out there and enjoy our natural world. Please don’t hesitate to reach out to me if you have any questions or feedback.
