Earn Expedition Badges in Garmin Connect
The Garmin Connect app now offers the opportunity to virtually complete various expeditions and earn badges. By utilizing a compatible Garmin watch and the free Garmin Connect account on mobile or web, users can participate in these virtual climbs and hikes.
Choose from a selection of expeditions that simulate climbing popular summits and hiking famous trails around the world. Some of the expeditions include:
- Aconcagua: This hike mirrors the popular Machame Route up Mount Kilimanjaro in Africa, taking users through rainforests, the Shira Pleateau, and high-altitude deserts.
- Annapurna Circuit: Trekkers can experience the Annapurna mountain range in Nepal, passing through small villages, forests, rivers, and high-altitude passes.
- Appalachian Trail: Explore the eastern United States on this famous trail, which covers various terrains and passes through towns and communities.
- Camino de Santiago: Embark on a pilgrimage route that unites several European paths and leads to Santiago de Compostela in Spain.
- Cradle Mountain Overland Track: This Australian expedition ventures through forests, mist-covered valleys, and the wilderness of Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park.
These are just a few examples of the expeditions available in Garmin Connect. Each expedition offers a unique experience and the opportunity to earn virtual badges by completing the required distances or elevations.