Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed, the Crown Prince of Dubai, excited his millions of Instagram followers by sharing a video of his thrilling hiking adventure in Yosemite National Park. The video shows him trekking to the top of Half Dome, a famous peak in the California park.
Half Dome is a challenging hike that stands over 1,500 meters above Yosemite Valley and 2,682 meters above sea level. It’s known for its difficulty and covers a distance of more than 30 kilometers, making it suitable for experienced hikers with good physical fitness.
The trail offers stunning views, including waterfalls like Vernal and Nevada, as well as the famous granite dome called Liberty Cap. Most hikers take around 10 to 12 hours for the round trip, but Sheikh Hamdan and his group accomplished it impressively in just nine hours, as shown in the Instagram video.
In the video, Sheikh Hamdan shares his amazing journey through Yosemite’s vast wilderness. He even spots a bear in the distance and encounters a snake and a curious grey squirrel. He captures breathtaking views of the park’s thundering waterfalls while walking among towering giant sequoias.
The most challenging part of the hike is the ascent up the Half Dome cables, where they use two steel cables to climb the steep granite surface and reach the summit. Fearlessly, Sheikh Hamdan and his group scale the 120-meter climb to reach the top of Half Dome. This adventurous journey shows his love for nature and exploration.
