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Field Notes Blog | Adventure Stories + Travel Tips + Gear Recos

The WHOA travel Blog is where real women share real stories—raw, reflective, and rooted in adventure with purpose. From summiting Kilimanjaro to supporting grassroots changemakers in Peru, our blog offers firsthand insights from experienced travelers who lead with heart. Every post is a window into meaningful exploration, grounded in sustainability, inclusivity, and connection. Whether you're here to get inspired, plan your next adventure, or reflect on your own journey, you'll find a welcoming space that empowers you to rise!

Meet Elizabeth: Our Fierce Female Peruvian Guide

September 13, 2023 Allison & Danielle
Elizabeth Female Guide Peru

Meet our fearless Peruvian female mountain guide, Elizabeth, who we lovingly dubbed Mama Sherpa. She’s an entrepreneur, an endless source of Peruvian history and cultural knowledge, and exactly the type of amazing human you want to experience the majesty of the Andes Mountains with. 

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Jambo Eva: Meet our Next Tanzanian Kilimanjaro Climber

July 4, 2019 Allison & Danielle
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She’s a recent college grad with trekking in her blood. Get to know this inspiring woman who will be joining our 2019 Kilimanjaro August summit here.

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Jambo Annette: Meet our Next Tanzanian Kili Climber

May 20, 2019 Allison & Danielle
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At WHOA, we're all about sharing experiences, connecting, and supporting local women in every possible way throughout our adventures. One of the ways we do this in Tanzania is by inviting local women to join our Kilimanjaro climbs. Meet Annette. She’s 26, working in tourism in Moshi, and is an all around inspiring women who’ll be joining our 2019 Kilimanjaro Solstice Summit!

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Jambo Hawa: Meet our Next Tanzanian Kilimanjaro Climber

December 14, 2018 Allison & Danielle
Two of our awesome June 2018 climbers: Sara (aka Mama D) and Jackie

As a single mother and a doctor, I do not have a luxury of saving enough to allow me to go to Mount Kilimanjaro, so I kept this in my wish list until last year when I reconnected with my old classmate Lengani.

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Mama Sherpa's Dream Adventure: Peru to Kilimanjaro

July 2, 2018 Allison & Danielle
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Amanda and Mama Sherpa on the Salkantay

We've invited our Lead Peru Guide, Elizabeth, to join us on one of our other signature adventures on the other side of the world - Mount Kilimanjaro. Even though she is one of the most experienced trekkers we know, this will be her first time on a plane and traveling outside of Peru (how exciting)!

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Meet Polina + Life in Motion

June 25, 2018 Allison & Danielle
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We're honored to be longtime friends of Life in Motion International, a non-profit organization that's dedicated to making the future brighter for orphans and children with disabilities around the world. Their mission is to bring awareness and support to these children through taking on epic adventures, like trekking Mount Kilimanjaro, Everest Base Camp, and Elbrus!

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Jambo Mama D & Jackie: Meet our Next Tanzanian Kilimanjaro Climbers

May 17, 2018 Allison & Danielle
Two of our awesome June 2018 climbers: Sara (aka Mama D) and Jackie

Two of our awesome June 2018 climbers: Sara (aka Mama D) and Jackie

Embarking on this epic journey with such an international group is one of the many things that makes WHOA's Kilimanjaro climbs extra special! With no further ado, let us introduce you to the 2 amazing Tanzanian ladies who will be joining our Kilimanjaro June 2018 Full Moon Summit: Mama D and Jackie!

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Jambo Cocaya & Sia: Meet our Next Tanzanian Kilimanjaro Climbers

December 15, 2017 Allison & Danielle
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Cocaya and her grandma

Cocaya is the founder of Shirikisha, although she would say it evolved as a collaboration of efforts and hearts of many. Through Shirikisha, she works with other women, and some men in her community, many who are physically and mentally challenged.

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