Jeff de Graffenried
Jeff is a U.S Foreign Service Officer currently posted in Africa. Being a hopeless vagabond, his love of backpacking came naturally and he wandered Wildernesses from Alabama to Zambia. He enjoys a light
pack, that is why he goes hiking with friends, so they can carry the heavy stuff. Being in the woods is restorative and healthy for the soul. Go forth and enjoy.
Latest
Malaria in the Mountains – A 200-mile Scottish Coast-to-Coast Misadventure
Jeff de Graffenried recounts a TGO challenge misadventure where he was beset by Malaria on trail.
Mantras, Mandalas, and Meditations: A hike through the hidden Tibetan Kingdom of Nepal – the Nar Phu Valley and Upper Mustang Regions
An account of a trek through Nepal's Central Himalayan Nar Phu Valley and Upper Mustang region near the border of Tibet via an ancient trading route.
How to Plan and Execute a Successful Backpacking Trip in Developing Nations
A few suggestions for your next out of the ordinary adventure.
Walking the Great Rift Valley
Heat, army ants, and stupendous views await Jeff de Graffenried as he treks through South Luangwa National Park, Zambia.
A Walk in the Park: 100 Miles Across the Wilds of Kafue National Park
An off-trail trek through a Zambian wildlife preserve.
