
Category Expeditions
Stories from the edge. Follow the journeys of Terra Nova kit in the world’s most demanding environments — from icy peaks to remote wilderness.
Nigel Vardy heads back to Alaska on his 25th Anniversary

Nigel Vardy has relied on Terra Nova, Wild Country and Extremities kit for decades, so on the anniversary of his life-changing expedition, he heads back to where it all happened. We caught up with him about his incredible story. Nigel…
Exploring Venezuela’s Majestic Sierra Nevada de Mérida: A Memorable Hiking Adventure in 1991

Exploring Venezuela\’s Majestic Sierra Nevada de Mérida: A Memorable Hiking Adventure in 1991
After the successful Cambridge Columbus Botanical Survey expedition, Peter and the team embarked on a thrilling backpacking journey in the Andes. The expedition was recommended by Hilary Branch, the author of the No Frills Guide to Venezuela. Their destination was…
A Quasar’s Journey: A Tale of Reliability and Sturdiness

A Quasar\’s Journey: A Tale of Reliability and Sturdiness
In 1988, Nick, a passionate adventurer, started a new chapter of his life teaching in the breathtaking landscapes of North Wales. It was during this time that Nick acquired his trusted companion, the Quasar tent. Right from the outset, he…
An Expedition in Norway\’s Hardangervidda with the Quasar Tent
To celebrate an incredible 40 years of the Quasar tent, Terra Nova is teaming up with the people that know the tent inside out. We’re bringing you the best stories of those that have experienced some of the world’s most…
An Expedition in Norway’s Hardangervidda with the Quasar Tent

An Expedition Across the Akshayuk Pass, Baffin Island: Terra Firma

In March 2023, Andrew Denton, CEO of the UK’s Outdoor Industries Association & outdoor trade veteran, and a group of his oldest friends took a very cold trip to Akshayuk Pass in the Auyuittuq National Park, Baffin Island to celebrate…