Video: Mt. Fuji in Timelapse

In Japan, there are few sites more revered than Mt. Fuji, a massive stratovolcano that stretches 3776 meters (12,389 ft) in height. Each year, thousands climb up to its summit on a grueling hike that provides an immense sense of satisfaction, along with some amazing views. In this video, we get a great look at the mountain through a series of timelapse photographs. In all, more than 14,000 images were collected and assembled to create the three-minute video, and I think you'll agree that it was worth the effort.

MOUNT FUJI 4K - TimeLapse from damdiver on Vimeo.

Video: Beautiful Iceland in Timelapse

We'll close out the week with this amazing three-minute short film that captures the spectacular landscapes of Iceland in timelapse. The settings look simply amazing, and should inspire some outdoor adventures for all of us as we head into the weekend. Enjoy!

Iceland 4K - shot on Nikon D800 from Macgregor on Vimeo.

Video: Wondrous Timelapse From South America

Shot in Chile and Bolivia, this beautiful video captures timelapse footage from the amazing landscapes that can be found in those two countries. You'll see everything from sun-soaked deserts to rocky canyons to snowcapped peaks, with a lot in between. It is a wonderful short journey through a part of the world that I personally enjoy immensely. After watching this clip I think you'll understand why.

Wondrous Timelapse from VDOLAB on Vimeo.

Video: Awake - The Northern Lights in Timelapse

Filmed in Alaska in the dead of winter, this video captures the ethereal Northern Lights in beautiful fashion. In fact, they look so other-worldly that they almost don't look real. Amazing shades of green, violet, and crimson dance across the sky in a mesmerizing patterns that simply have to be seen to be believed. This three-minute clip gives viewers a spectacular look at the greatest light show on Earth in a truly beautiful setting.

AWAKE - Electric Northern Lights Time Lapse from Alexis Coram on Vimeo.

Video: Timelapse in the Altai Mountains

Located in Central Asia, the Altai Mountains stretch across Russia, Mongolia, China, and Kazakhstan. Remote, rugged, and wild, the Altai's are stark in their beauty, challenging visitors with unpredictable weather and their distant location. But this video takes viewers to that amazing landscape and gives us a taste of what that part of the world has to offer. To say it is breathtaking would be an understatement.

Altai Mountains Timescapes from Eugene Bryohin on Vimeo.

Video: Timelapse From the Atacama Desert

This breathtaking video was shot in one of my favorite places on Earth, the Atacama Desert of Northern Chile. It features some of the most stunning landscapes you could ever hope to see, but better yet it also shows off the amazing night skies that can be seen over the Atacama. In all of my travels, I have never seen skies like the ones that are found there, and this short film will give you a taste of what they are like. Enjoy.

ATACAMA from Adhemar Duro on Vimeo.

Video: Night Time Wingsuit Flight Paints A Vivid Picture

There is no question that wingsuit pilots continue to push the limits of what is possible in the air. But this video takes things in a new direction. The pilot makes a night time flight that doesn't offer much in the way of scenery at first, but delivers a payoff with an excellent timelapse image in the end. It is a good example of what a little imagination and creativity can deliver as he uses a flare to dramatic effect.

Video: Fast Forward Through a Beautiful 4k Timelapse

Let's end the week with this beautiful video of timelapse images captured – in 4k no less – in New Mexico, Alaska, and various other places. It shows off a series of stunning landscapes and break taking night skies that simply have to be seen to be believed. From the mountains, to the desert, to the ocean, it's all covered incredibly well in this short three-minute clip. Enjoy!

Fast Forward - 4K Timelapse Short Film from Knate Myers on Vimeo.

Video: New Zealand: Mountains to Sea

The landscapes of New Zealand are captured incredibly well in this short video which takes us across some of that country's most wild places on a journey from the mountains to the sea. Timelapse imagery captures the natural beauty that New Zealand is so well known for, and it puts it prominently on display for viewers. This is a visual travelogue of a place that is known for its outdoor adventures.

Mountains to Sea from Stephen Patience Photography on Vimeo.

Video: A 10k Timelapse Demo

Remember when we all use to get excited about 1080p HD video? Now, while everyone is busy talking about 4k resolutions, the filmmakers behind this demo have made the leap to 10k. Shot with a camera that is capable of collecting 80 megapixel images that provide a stunning resolution of 10327x7760 pixels. In the short film we get a glimpse of what this looks like with some fantastic timelapse images shot in and around Rio De Janeiro, Brazil. The sense of scale is very impressive, with details that will blow you away. If this is the future of video, I can't wait for it to get here.

10328x7760 - A 10K Timelapse Demo from SCIENTIFANTASTIC on Vimeo.

Video: Ingress - Transitions in Joshua Tree

This short, but very beautiful, video was shot in Joshua Tree National Park and features some stunning transitions from various time periods throughout the day. The movement of shadows and light across the landscapes are wonderfully displayed in timelapse, giving viewers a nice sense of the place. If you have never been to Joshua Tree, it should be on your list of National Parks to get to at some point. It is a lovely place filled with opportunities for adventure.

Ingress – Beginning of a Transit from kai.gradert@gmail.com on Vimeo.

Video: Explore the North - A Journey Through Norway

Last year, filmmaker Theo Gove-Humphries spent some time traveling through Norway, documenting the landscapes that he found there. Along the way, he captures some of the incredible places that he discovered using timelapse photography. The result of his hard work is this 2+ minute clip that is amongst the most beautiful that I have ever seen. It is a visual postcard for what Norway has to offer, and makes a case for why we should all go visit. Simply spectacular. Don't miss this one.

Norway - Explore North from Theo Gove-Humphries on Vimeo.

Video: African Desert in Timelapse Courtesy of Nat Geo

I share timelapse videos with regularity here on The Adventure Blog, but it isn't very often that we get one from National Geographic. In this case, our friends over at Nat Geo take us into the heart of Namibia, where we get an incredible look of the beautiful desert there. The short clip was created by filmmaker Matthew Hood, who seamlessly blends daytime shots into the night with stunning starscapes rising behind untouched wilderness.

Video: Arizona Skies

Filmed over a period of 15 months, this awesome video captures the stark natural beauty of the state of Arizona oh-so well. It features beautiful landscapes captured in timelapse, mixed with a few inspirational quotes that help to put life in perspective to a degree. This is seven minutes of pure bliss that will send you into the weekend on a high note. Enjoy!

Arizona Skies II from CEBImagery.com on Vimeo.

Video: Our True Significance

This breathtaking video was shot by Wilderness Media in Italy, France, Scotland, and England and compiles some of the most outstanding timeless imagery you'll ever see. With stunning landscapes, amazing views of the night skies, and an inspiring soundtrack, this clip is a love letter to our planet, and all the fantastic outdoor places that call to us on a daily basis.

Our True Significance from Wilderness Media on Vimeo.

Video: Timelapse Over the Aletsch Glacier

The Aletsch Glacier is the largest in the Alps, and it makes for an amazing backdrop to this beautiful timelapse video. The scenes shown in this short clip were taken over several years and are a compilation of the best shots from photographer Markus Eihenberger. I think you'll find them breathtakingly beautiful.

ALETSCH ARENA DAY & NIGHT from Markus Eichenberger Photography on Vimeo.

Video: Timedrift - Alpine Settings Captured in Timelapse and 4K

You'll be hard pressed to find another timelapse video as beautiful as this one. Shot in and around the Italian and Swiss Alps, it features some beautiful alpine images that are simply breathtaking. This is two minutes and forty-five seconds of pure bliss for anyone who loves the mountains. And if you're fortunate enough to own a 4K monitor, the entire video is available here in that format as well. Enjoy!

TIMEDRIFT | ALPINE 4K TIMELAPSE from Martin Heck | Timestorm Films on Vimeo.

Video: The Illusion of Light

We've seen a lot of amazing timelapse videos in recent months, but the ones that often stick with me the longest are those that capture the night sky in impressive fashion. This video does that incredibly well, showing us countless stars and the glow of the Milky Way over some stunning landscapes from across our planet. This is a beautiful way to end the day, and I hope you enjoy it as much as I did.

Illusion of Lights: A Journey into the Unseen from Goldpaint Photography on Vimeo.

Video: Breathtaking Landscapes in 4K

There isn't much to be said about this video other than that it is a collection of incredibly breathtaking landscapes captured in timelapse at stunning resolutions. Shot over a two-year period, it is a compilation of amazing shots from beautiful places. This is one you're going to want to sit back and enjoy, preferably at full-screen resolutions. And if you're lucky enough to have a 4K monitor, clips are available from the filmmaker in that format too. This seems like a great way to end the week and send everyone off on their weekend adventures. Enjoy!

Landscapes: Volume 4K from Dustin Farrell on Vimeo.

Video: A Long Hike Through Western Mongolia

In terms of remote and untamed places, they don't come any more wild than parts of Mongolia. In this video we get a good look of the landscapes there as we follow a solitary hiker on his walk across the western region of the Central Asian country. It is a remarkable place for an adventure, and a truly amazing destination.

Moving On - A Hike in Western Mongolia from Just Greg on Vimeo.