Elizabeth Mooney
Likes: travelling, writing, photography and fluting!
I am an ordinary person who from time to time seeks adventure and extraordinary experiences. I have done some pretty cool, challenging and amazing things, and in the process learned a lot about myself and the world around me.
To have an adventure you don’t need lots of cash, or be super fit. Anyone can do it, you just need a little imagination – and a willingness to step out of your comfort zone occasionally!
My adventures have taken me trekking up mountains in Peru and Nepal, cattle ranching in Uruguay, teaching music in the Galapagos, exploring live volcanoes, learning how to make fire and lots more. Click on the images below to read my stories …
I’m planning a handful of trips this year, if you’d like to find out what I get up to in real time please visit my blog!
I currently have three talks available, lasting around 45 minutes each. Over the last few years I have presented to a variety of clubs, societies, Women’s Institutes and schools within Kent and London.
On the trail of the Inca
“Walking the iconic Inca trail in the Andes, exploring the rise and fall of the great Inca civilization.”
Everest Base Camp: One Woman’s Guide
“Enter the realm of the Himalaya, a land of beauty, wonder – and very large hills!”
My favourite “Hot Spots” of the World
“A whistle-stop tour of the weird and wonderful world of Earth’s volcanic landscapes.”
If you are interested in booking me for a talk please get in touch for further information.
“Have flute, will travel!”
Music is very much a part of my life, and I was fortunate enough to have the opportunity to be a volunteer music teacher in the Galapagos for a few weeks back in 2017. In the UK I regularly perform in both solo and orchestral concerts on the flute/piccolo, and occasionally percussion, as well as sing in ad hoc choirs and do the odd composition!
I’m available for weddings and other events, and am currently looking for new flute or piano (beginners) pupils to teach. If you would like me to perform or are interested in music lessons please get in touch.
I have been lucky enough to travel to almost 40 different countries, coming into contact with many different people, cultures and landscapes. When I was young going abroad was very expensive and a special treat, so the time we went to the South of France on the sleeper train (my dad almost getting stranded at Avignon when he got off to get a coffee!) was a seminal moment in my childhood.
My mum always said she didn’t know where I got my adventurous spirit from, as certainly her and dad never had the urge to visit far-flung places, but hopefully I’ve passed it on to my nieces – both of whom are beginning to explore the world.
It wasn’t until I was 21 that I eagerly jetted off travelling after university with my boyfriend and met with a huge shock. Everything was very overwhelming and I didn’t have the skills and experience to cope with it at the time. Over the years I have steadily gained confidence and would never have thought back then that I would be comfortable trying to catch 40 winks on the crater of an active volcano!
2024 is my 50th year and I have various adventures planned with family and friends, and aim to tick a couple more places off of my bucket list. If you would like to follow me on my journey this year, head on over to my blog and sign up to my mailing list. Thanks!
Elizabeth Mooney 