Affiliate Disclosure
Last updated: May 2026
Transparency First
Above the Cloud Treks is written by Andrew Dillon — a hiker, runner, and occasional triathlete based in New Zealand who is passionate about high altitude adventure and helping others plan their own.
This site is free to read. To keep it that way, some of the links on abovethecloudtreks.com are affiliate links. This means that if you click a link and make a purchase or booking, I may earn a small commission — at no extra cost to you whatsoever.
What This Means in Practice
When you see a link to a piece of gear, a booking platform, a tour operator, or a travel service on this site, it may be an affiliate link. The price you pay is identical whether you use my link or go directly to the website yourself. The commission I receive comes from the retailer or operator, not from you.
Who I Work With
Above the Cloud Treks may earn commissions through the following affiliate programmes:
- Amazon Associates — for gear and equipment recommendations
- Evertrek — for guided trek bookings (I am a genuine Evertrek customer and will trek to Everest Base Camp with them in October 2026)
- World Nomads — for travel insurance recommendations
- Booking.com — for accommodation recommendations
- Awin network partners — including outdoor gear brands such as Osprey, Salomon, Montane and others
This list may be updated as new partnerships are added.
My Promise to You
Affiliate relationships never influence what I recommend. Every piece of gear, every company, and every service mentioned on this site is something I have either used personally, researched thoroughly, or would genuinely consider using myself.
I will never recommend something I don’t believe in just because it pays a higher commission. My reputation — and your trust — matters more than a few extra dollars.
If I have a negative experience with a product or company, I will say so honestly. That includes Evertrek, gear brands, and anyone else I recommend.
Sponsored Content
If I ever publish sponsored content — posts that have been paid for or gifted by a brand — it will be clearly labelled as such at the top of the article.
As of the date above, no content on this site has been sponsored.
Questions?
If you have any questions about this disclosure or want to know whether a specific link is an affiliate link, feel free to get in touch via the Contact page.
This disclosure is provided in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) guidelines, the UK’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) guidelines, and applicable New Zealand consumer law regarding endorsements and testimonials.