Part 4, Expedition Central Asia. Ak-Suu Traverse 1

[@antoniasachtleben]

Incredible what hardships you are going through and it's so worth it! This landscape is stunning!

[@Karen-ul9hd]

Thank you! Absolutely amazing. No wonder that thoughts of God (whatever one perceives that to be) and total perfection come to mind. I didn't know these kinds of places even (still) existed. Being taken along into this pristine landscape - with that fantastic music playing in the background - is a real gift. Happy Christmas to you both 🧡

[@miriamlancewoodinthewild]

Hi Karen. Yes there are many, many places like that. Just get away from towns, roads and farmland. And you'll come to places that have been like the beginning of time. The world is truly astonishing. You just got to walk a bit. ❤

[@vanjacisar9363]

You are so incredibly likable and interesting, both of you. I love following you girls, the freedom, the nature, the impressions and the sharing. This is what internet was made for. So inspiring! Thank you Miriam and Nanette! Already looking forward to your next adventure.

[@helbergreen]

This place is beautiful. Big majestic mountains and their snowy peaks. I had fun watching you trying tô light the fire. Merry christmas Girls. Take care.

[@miriamlancewoodinthewild]

Hi Helber. Thank you for watching. Yes, Nanet and I had so much fun. We were laughing most of the time. 😊

[@Star5dg]

For years I was climbing scottish munros, hiking as much as j could camping etc. The last ten years I fell into the trap of working driving mortgage. It's soul destroying. I need an escape back to nature! Your videos inspire me

[@miriamlancewoodinthewild]

Oh yes, go.... sooner rather than later. Later might be too late. ❤

[@mirjamraehse9975]

Ik moest zo lachen🤣 heerlijk..ja die whisper is gevoelig voor vuil Goed opgelost👍 hoort er ook bij hé bij het avontuur Fijne Feestdagen❤

[@keithdouglas9848]

Amazing place, Amazing experience, love your videos Miriam 💯

[@franzlaurentin4987]

Thank you for sharing your adventures and Merry Christmas 🎄✨

[@annekethijen6910]

Na het zien van de video = vrij ademen en ontspanning. Prachtige natuur en mooie eindwoorden! 😍

[@cliffordchristopher1]

Such an incredible journey ❤

[@floressence11]

much love from Berlin/ Germany: I always enjoy your Vids! ( thankful to receive it on "Christmas" )

[@robinsmith9734]

Absolutely correct I am of the same tenant of thinking and enacting my time with nature, a Beautiful country. I have always wanted to travel there with horses.

[@miriamlancewoodinthewild]

Kyrgyzstan is ideal for horse travel. Every man, woman and kid can ride bareback. You can camp anywhere and light a fire anywhere. The nomadic spirit is still very much alive there. ❤

[@thenewnatives5156]

Hi Miriam , it's Simon you were nice enough to send me some info on the gear you need a while back . What kind of sleep mat are you finding works best for you these days ? Thanks mate

[@miriamlancewoodinthewild]

Anything at Bushcraftshop.nl is worth buying . Have a look there 😊

[@vincentcotnoir1356]

Yeah for Nanet the mechanic ... ;) Do I need to send you some Matches ;) ;) ;)

[@miriamlancewoodinthewild]

Hi Vincent. It's hard to find good matches these days. Most are so crappy. So yes, send some from Canada!! Thank you. ❤

[@karlk6687]

Watching your video from my office chair on a late night...feels surreal. One day I've got to hear you give a talk at some event, only then I will know you are real!! For now, I must live my wild adventure through you..... You just said your backpack is 25kg ! (...excuse me while I fall off my comfortable chair).

[@miriamlancewoodinthewild]

Yes, Karl, I'm real!😂 I'm here in the snow, in Bulgaria, re-living my expedition in Kyrgyzstan. Where are you, Australia?

[@karlk6687]

​@miriamlancewoodinthewild there is only one way to offend a new Zealander, ask him if he is from Australia 😂. I'm a kiwi but I started a tech company in asia so am based in Malaysia but travel for business in this region. You're really incredible you know, I really appreciated your comments at the end of this video about seeing nature through God's eyes. Cities do start to weigh on me. Grab a handful of snow for me ❤😊

[@miriamlancewoodinthewild]

​@@karlk6687 yes I figured you were a kiwi, but then I saw that it was 1.40 is the morning there. Then I thought you must be in Australia.... But no, you're stuck in Malaysia. Which is a beautiful country too. You just got to get out of the big cities indeed. Why do they always make then so ugly I wonder... All the best there. Cheers. ❤

[@anneke7564]

♥

[@jovicadimitrijevic7346]

Interesting choice of place and music... I'll be surprised if I meet you in Hawaii, you know someone made them too :) just kidding...I prefer warmer places... I wish you all the best

[@forblianonym9642]

Miriam arent you afraid of bears? How do you suggest we prepare ourselves as beginners hiking in the woods?

[@miriamlancewoodinthewild]

Yes I am. There are no bears in New Zealand and I am not so sure what to do myself. But I've been told to hang up your food 100 mtrs from your tent in a tree and don't cook where you'll sleep. I know they can run 60 km/h and can climb trees. So, let's hope for the best.... ❤

[@flopeflyozone]

Let's see what we have here 🎉

[@miriamlancewoodinthewild]

The Heavenly Mountains. ❤

[@adventureawaits9034]

Miriam, how big is your Bergen lol, Looks like you could put a small child in there. What really interests me, what is the weight is of that Beast? In your books and pod casts ect, i don`t think you have ever said what it was. Yet you do these crazy adventures and miles with Beast.

[@miriamlancewoodinthewild]

My Bergans Trolhetta is 95 liter. And yes you could fit two toddlers in there😂. Empty, it would be like a couple of kilos. With 2 weeks food it was about 25 kilos. Luckily I did 6 months training with my stone backpack. Thing is, at 3000 mtr every gram feels like a kilo. But good, durable gear is important. I got everything from bushcraftshop.nl 😊

[@thenewnatives5156]

The "seeing through the eyes of God" experience :) careful if you come apart and shine like the sun , can a woman do that ? Hear you about the cities , lucky we have the free will and freedom

[@hughlaverton8748]

I'll let you carry the 25kgs while I enjoy the view 💞