Camping is a unique opportunity to experience the outdoors in a deeply immersive way and there is nothing more liberating than sleeping under the stars and waking up in pristine unspoilt surroundings. It elevates the entire experience and blends the thrill of outdoor activity with the joy of getting closer to nature. Here are some KE Adventures that camp in some seriously cool locations.

One of the most spectacular locations while trekking in Krygyzstan is a ‘fixed camp’ located on the shores of Ala Kul Lake at 3,600m. This translates as ‘Colourful Lake’ and as the light conditions change, so can the colours of this glacial lake. The sunset from just above the camp is one of the highlights of the trip.

Trekking in one of the most remote and little-visited valleys in Nepal offers spectacular camping spots. From the open ridges of Rambrong Low Basecamp with views in all directions, to camping on the ridge of the Karpu Danda with views of Machhapuchhre and the Annapurnas. Few places in the Himalayas can offer better views.

The Classic ‘O’ trek takes you around the stunning and iconic Paine massif where you’ll be immersed in some of the most remote locations in the National Park; Imagine waking up at the remote Dickson Lake, where there are mind blowing views over parts of the South Patagonia Ice field.

Unspoilt camping with incredible backdrops is what you can expect when explore the quieter historic trails to Machu Picchu. Trekking through the awe-inspiring canyon of Apurimac River to camp on the terraces beside the citadel of Choquequirao (2860m) is just one of the highlights of this camping adventure.

What could be better than following in the footsteps of Scott and Shackleton and walk out on to the Antarctic Peninsula? How about camping on the icy shores too, just like the polar hero’s did a century ago? Get up close and personal to the Antarctic wildlife camping on Antarctica, a very cool and exhilarating experience.

If camping in the desert world is on your bucket list, then Jordan’s Wadi Rum offers unbeatable nights under the stars – literally. Millions of them will fill the skies as you simply lie there with no light pollution for miles around. Camping both Bedouin style and wild is a truly memorable way to experience Jordan’s Wadi Rum.

There is no doubt that the Snowman Trek is one of the greatest trails on Earth. Following the spine of the Himalaya from west to east, 25 nights are spent camping surrounded by 6,000m peaks, glacial lakes, yak herders and the most remote inhabited valleys on planet. A trip for seasoned Himalayan trekkers only.