About

Gavin van de Wal was born in the Netherlands, but his heart belongs to the mountains. From exploring the lesser-known trails in Slovakia’s Tatra Mountains to conquering Africa’s highest peak – his love for multi-day hikes has taken him across the world. In the Alps, he completed several classic hut-to-hut treks in Switzerland, enjoying the comfort of mountain refuges and pristine Alpine landscapes. Beyond Europe, he’s tackled the Salkantay Trail to Machu Picchu, Everest Base Camp in Nepal, and Patagonia’s O Circuit in Chili, always seeking new paths that combine challenging hiking with breathtaking natural environments.