Korte beschrijving/Annotatie

Its about climbing the volcanic seven summits, a journey of 10 years. learning a new world, skills and myself, to finally become the first person from the Benelux to succeed.

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Embark on a boundary-pushing expedition that ignites your passion and carries you to the heart of the world’s most impressive volcanoes: the Volcanic Seven Summits. This challenge is for the determined adventurer who does not shy away from fire, ice, or unknown terrain. Travel across all continents and conquer their mighty volcanic peaks. From the icy Mount Sidley in Antarctica to the fiery crater of Kilimanjaro in Tanzania, the thin air of Ojos del Salado in Chile, the mysterious Papua, the rugged Caucasus Mountains in Russia, culture-rich Iran, and the mythical Pico de Orizaba in Mexico — this journey will forever change your view of adventure.

Biografie

"Ricardo Kaljouw, born in Vlissingen, The Netherlands, had the dream from an early age to discover the world. His adventure began below sea level, behind the dunes of Zealand, and continued at sea during his time in the Royal Navy, where he took part in missions across the world’s oceans. Later, he set his sights higher and embarked on a new challenge as a mountaineer, specializing in volcanoes. He learned, discovered, and overcame everything that came with it. After ten years of intensive dedication, he became the first Dutchman to successfully climb the Volcanic Seven Summits."

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