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Mount Kilimanjaro, Tanzania - Kilimanjaro is the tallest mountain in Africa at 19,341 ft (5,895 m), but that doesn't mean it's not accessible for beginners.

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Mount Kilimanjaro, Tanzania - There are eight different routes to the summit, and they usually take a few days, which means your body will have time to acclimatize to the altitude.

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Mount Fuji, Japan - This striking peak rises 12,390 ft (3,776 m) above Tokyo, but it is also one of the most popular mountains in the world among amateur climbers.

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Mount Fuji, Japan - The trail starts at a height of 2,300 m, which means an eight-hour round trip for the average fit person. Hiking season is from July 1 to August 31.

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Sandakphu, Nepali border - This 11,941 ft (3,636 m) summit is the perfect introduction to Himalayan climbing, as it doesn't require a lot of gear or experience.

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Sandakphu, Nepali border - The five-day trek ends with some of the greatest views in the region, including of the neighboring Everest, Makalu, Lhotse, and Kangchenjunga peaks.

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Mount Baker, USA - Mount Baker in Washington is a good training ground for beginners due to its high but endurable distances and elevations.

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Mount Baker, USA - The 10,781-ft (3,286-m) summit offers views of the 12 glaciers that encase it, making it one of the most amazing mountains in the Cascades region.

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Island Peak, Nepal - At 20,305 ft (6,189 m), Island Peak is one of the most popular mountains for beginners in Nepal, as it is considered one of the easiest summits.

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Island Peak, Nepal - The one-day climb (it can also be done in two days) does require some gear, such as crampons and an ice axe, and it usually starts around two or three in the morning. One of the perks is that most itineraries include a stop at Everest Base Camp.

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Breithorn, Switzerland - Breithorn's western route is probably one of the most climbed peaks in the Alps, mainly due to the fact that the Klein Matterhorn cable car takes climbers to 12,739 ft (3,883 m)—less than 984 ft (300 m) below the summit.

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Breithorn, Switzerland - From then on, climbers must cross up a glacier and do some snow climbing with the help of crampons and an ice axe before they reach the summit at 13,661 ft (4,164 m).

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Mount Hood, USA - The glaciated peaks of the Pacific Northwest of the US are the perfect training grounds for people looking to acquire the skills necessary to climb the world's highest peaks—without the high altitude.

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Mount Hood, USA - At 11,239 ft (3,426 m), Mount Hood requires crampons and a snow axe, but the South Side Route is doable in half a day, making it a great alternative for climbers new to all the gear.

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Cotopaxi, Ecuador - Cotopaxi, with its 19,347-ft (5,897-m) height, isn't a particularly technical mountain, with the biggest challenges being the altitude and the common bad weather.

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Cotopaxi, Ecuador - A typical climb takes three to four days to be completed, which gives amateurs the time to acclimatize to the altitude and enjoy the breathtaking views along the way.

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Mount Rainier, USA - Mount Rainier is the perfect option for beginner-level climbers looking for a more challenging adventure, as it requires some cursory rope skills and involves glacier trekking.

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Mount Rainier, USA - Because the 14,411-ft (4,392-m) peak is incredibly glaciated, inexperienced climbers should aim at a summit push between May and September, when the weather is better.

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Mont Blanc, France and Italy - Perhaps Europe's most iconic peak, over 30,000 people attempt to climb Mont Blanc every year, which stands at a whopping 15,780 ft (4,810 m).

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Mont Blanc, France and Italy - Although there are several routes varying in difficulty, a typical ascent takes around two days, and climbers can stay in one of the many mountain huts overnight.

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Mount Elbrus, Russia - Towering at 18,510 ft (5,642 m), Mount Elbrus is the tallest mountain in Europe. Luckily, there's a chairlift taking most climbers up to the usual starting point, which is located at 12,500 ft (3,810 m).

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Mount Elbrus, Russia - The normal route all the way to the summit is basically non-technical, with altitude being the main obstacle, and it can be attained in one or two days.

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Jbel Toubkal, Morocco - The Jbel Toubkal peak is located in Morocco's High Atlas Mountains, and it stands at 13,671 ft (4,167 m). A summit push takes between one and two days.

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Jbel Toubkal, Morocco - Because the hike up isn't considered difficult, it is a great spot for those starting their mountaineering adventures. High winds and bad weather may be a concern, so beginners are advised to attempt between May and September.

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Tofana di Rozes, Italy - The Tofana di Rozes peak, in the Italian Dolomites, is the perfect option if you're looking to venture into rock climbing territory, as it provides a novice-friendly via ferrata route.

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Tofana di Rozes, Italy - The entire climb all the way up to the 10,581-ft (3,225-m) summit takes about five hours, four of which are spent on the via ferrata.

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Pico de Orizaba, Mexico - Mexico's highest mountain provides a good training ground for snow and ice climbing that isn't extremely technical and doesn't have many crevasses.

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Pico de Orizaba, Mexico - Most guided itineraries include a few days on lower peaks to acclimatize before pushing for the 18,490-ft (5,636-m) summit, which takes between one and two days.

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Mount Brewster, New Zealand - At 8,255 ft (2,516 m), Mount Brewster doesn't require a great deal of acclimatization, but it's a great option for people looking to dip their toes into mountaineering.

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The hike will also take you through a native beech forest all the way to Brewster Hut (where it's possible to stay overnight), which offers breathtaking views of the Mount Aspiring National Park.

See also: The most beautiful national parks in the world

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