Trips have been graded to help you choose an experience that is right for you. Fitness is subjective, what you may find easy may be strenuous to someone else or vice versa. Individual tour dossiers give more detailed information on the fitness requirements.
General good health necessary.
No specific fitness requirements
Average of 4-5 hours physical activity per day
At times carrying small backpack of 4-5kgs (9-11 lbs)
Tracks generally in good condition
Altitude gains of up to 600m (2000ft) on harder days
No hiking experience necessary
Reasonable standard of fitness required
Up to 6 hours of physical activity per day
At times carrying a backpack of 5-6kgs (11-13 lbs)
Tracks generally in good condition
Altitude gains of up to 600m (2000ft) on harder days
No hiking experience necessary
Reasonable standard of fitness required
Average 4-5 hours physical activity per day, up to 8-9 hours on longer days
Pack weights of 10-12kgs (22-26 lbs) on some days
Altitude gains of up to 800m (2600ft)
Some uneven track surfaces and river crossings
No multi-day hiking experience necessary
Agility and fitness required
Up to 8-9 hours physical activity each day
Pack weights of 12-15kgs (26-33 lbs)
Altitude gains of 900 to 1000m (2950 to 3300ft)
Some exposure to heights
Hiking experience necessary.
High level of fitness required
