Getting High

The Annapurna Circuit in Nepal

By: Bill Walker

Narrated by: Bill Walker

Length: 4 hrs and 50 mins

Publisher's Summary

What is the best way for the average person to authentically experience the world's greatest mountain range - the Himalayas? Fortunately, there is now a good answer. The Annapurna Circuit in Nepal is the most popular footpath in Asia. Its genius lies in its design. Trekkers wind their way around and along some of the world's greatest peaks, ultimately getting near 18,000 feet, without ever having to do any 'technical climbing'. This Circuit is widely considered one of the world's great treks, and mortals from all around the world are coming to Nepal for the unique chance to 'get high'. Bill Walker ('Skywalker') struggled his way through the Annapurna Circuit in 2012. He has written this entertaining tale of his journey in this land of Sherpas, cold, altitude, and rushing water.

©2013 Bill Walker (P)2014 Audible, Inc.

Hearing it made me feel like I was there.

What made the experience of listening to Getting High the most enjoyable?

It was an easy and compelling listen, held my attention, and had a quality of tolerance and appreciation for the place and people. And, the author has a great sense of humor.

What did you like best about this story?

It made the trek come alive and made me want to go and do it myself.

What about Bill Walker’s performance did you like?

His style of reading was expressive and easy to keep on listening to, and.had a nice liveliness to it.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

Yes.

Any additional comments?

Great book. I would highly recommend it, especially to anyone who likes to hike!

I always love Walker’s books

As a lifelong backpacker, climber, and adventurer, I always thoroughly enjoy Walker’s books. Thus far in life I haven’t been able to devote the amount of time necessary for long treks or trips, but that time for me is drawing near, and Bill’s books are helping me decide which future adventures to prioritize. Thank you, Mr. Walker.

Too much complaining

I tried several times to listen to this book. I did not care for the narrator and the way he read the book. Still, I tried to get through that and listen to the story. After 3 chapters of the author's whining and complaining I gave up.

Enjoyed another Bill Walker experience!

My idea of a perfect trail story includes terrain, history, personal experience, interesting people along the way. Bill hits them all every time. Thanks Bill for "taking us along"

Great Story

It's a very enjoyable book with lots of useful information about trekking the Annapurna Circuit Trail.

it was ok.

This book was ok. I just wish he didn't whine so much. the self hate gets old after a while.

Did not disappoint

The third of Skywalker's books that I have read. This one is just as good as all the others. I still find myself sitting in my parked car listening to the book not wanting to turn it off.

Nice story about an interesting trekking in Nepal.

nice story about a Nepal trek, full of interesting anekdotes. maybe the English is too good and fast for non English native speakers, sometimes a bit difficult to understand for me...

We both enjoyed

A great way to enjoy the Annapurna Circuit. I really appreciate Skywalker and his narrative abilities. Thanks

true and captivating

As a Nepali man, I find Bill's account of travel in Annapurna circuit and ABC to be true and captivating. I liked listening about his perception of Nepal and Nepali as a foreigner to the mountainous way of life. I would recommend travellers to ask (or demand in writing) their trekking company about how much is being paid to their giudes and porters. Unfortunately, guides and porters get underpaid all the time, which doesn't work well for the tourists paying high prices and the workers who have to put in blood and sweat to keep the tourists safe and satisfied. Also, please book your guides in advance. I believe there is a law now stipulating that all foreigners in Nepal should have a company helping them so they don't get into trouble. In any case, it was fun to hear Bill's experience. Keep up the good work.