Trekking Grade

As we have a huge range of trips, with something for everybody who wants to experience Nepal, we have rated all the trips to assist you in deciding which trip is right for you with an idea of how much physical effort you can expect on the trip.

EASY
Obviously easiest trips and are designed to be enjoyed by anyone. For trekking, these are the easiest trips. The treks still involve walking up and down gradual hills, on well-defined trails and with trekking days that rarely exceed 5 to 6 hours at a gentle pace.

EASY/MEDIUM
Can be enjoyed by just about anyone, however there is usually some form of activity included during the trip, such as trekking, rafting, biking. There may be the occasional long traveling day. Treks rarely exceed 3,500 meters, and are generally no more than 6 hours each day. If you are a little fit you will enjoy these trips even more. There may be some camping at low altitudes and comfortable locations for short periods only.

MEDIUM
These trips will include some physical component, and a moderate level of fitness is handy. Additionally, traveling can be little rough, and therefore more demanding. Trekking will involve longer days and steeper hills up and down. Whilst you are only carrying a daypack, some sections will be tiring. The trails will be well-defined and altitudes can be around 4,000 meters.

MEDIUM/HARD
These trips include a physical component and potentially some hard travelling days. Physical preparation is recommended. Some appreciation of adventure travel is also important, as travelling conditions can be tough. Trekking may involve long walking days, over steep terrain, on well-defined trails. Altitudes may exceed 5,000 metres and the trip may involve camping for long periods

HARD
The main component at this level is likely to be a long, high altitude trek, uphill mountain biking on rough terrain or other adventure activity that requires physical and mental stamina. You should be in good physical shape before embarking on one of these adventures. A high level of physical preparation is essential, as you may be walking, cycling or other activity for up to 8 hours per day. Altitudes will often exceed 4000 metres and there may be camping in remote areas and/or for relatively long periods

MOUNTAINEERING
The main component of all these trips is alpine climbing in the Himalayas. This is a strenuous activity and definitely requires a good level of fitness and stamina as a minimum. You should also be prepared for long, hard travelling and uncomfortable lodging and camping conditions. Altitudes will exceed 5000 metres and there will be camping in remote areas, at altitude and/or for relatively long periods, often subject to cold and alpine conditions.