The last three mountain glaciers in Africa are receding so much that they may disappear in the next 20 years, according to a recent United Nations report that outlines the many issues facing the ...

Scientists studying tropical forests in Africa’s mountains were surprised to uncover how much carbon they store, and how fast some of these forests are being cleared. The international study reported ...

PHOENIX - Burn survivors from the Phoenix area are getting ready to hike Mount Kilimanjaro in Africa, but before that, they trained by hiking something a bit closer: Piestewa Peak. The hike in Africa ...

Today, the Appalachian Mountains are one of the premier hiking destinations in the U.S. With incredible landscapes and dramatic peaks, it's easy to see why people love this scenic range. However, this ...

The picturesque snowy tops of equatorial mountains in Africa might disappear within two decades as air temperatures rise, scientists announced Monday. The Rwenzori Mountains — also known as the ...

Mountain gorilla population in Africa had achieved a significant growth as an indication of positive to efforts by conservationists to save them from total extinction, the International Union for ...

No wildlife, but lots of real life: why you need to see South Africa’s coastal cities, and why a cruise is the best way to do ...

South Africa’s gorgeous beaches, craggy mountains, and lush bush make it a premiere destination for those seeking to be intimately immersed in nature while also treating themselves to elegance. The ...

An international study found that intact tropical mountain (or montane) forests in Africa store around 150 tons of carbon per hectare. This means that keeping a hectare of forest standing saves CO2 ...