Hiking tours are one of the fun ways to spend your vacation!

1. Everything you need to know
about hiking tours

2. Table of contents
● Planning a hiking tour
● How to prepare for hiking
● Why choose a guided hiking trip
● What snacks to bring
● Hiking checklist
● Additional things to bring
● Tips on how to hike safely
● Things to consider
● References

3. Planning a hiking tour
● Choose the perfect time of the year
● Choose where you want to go
● Route of the hiking tour
● Check what temperatures to expect
● Check what precipitation to expect
● Check how long the day will be
● Check what vegetation & ground cover to expect
● Check if there is water available
● Check if there are any dangerous animals
● Check if there are any other natural hazards

4. How to prepare for hiking
● Define your trip style
● Choose your trip
● Assess your fitness level
● Train for your trip
● Get used to carrying gear
● Bring well-fitting boots
● Choose the right clothing
● Bring the right bag

5. Why choose a guided hiking trip
● They save you time
● Guides are well informed about the location
● Meeting new people
● Achieve new goals, faster
● It’s safer

6. What snacks should you bring?
● Trail mix
● Dried fruits
● Granola bars
● Bananas
● Nut butter, nuts or seeds
● Whole grain tortillas
● Dried beans
● Cereal
● Dried or freeze-dried vegetables

7. Hiking Checklist
● Hiking boots
● Hiking socks
● T-shirts
● Waterproof & windproof jacket with hood
● Synthetic mid layer or warm fleece
● Sunglasses, sunscreen & lip salve
● Hat, baseball cap
● Personal first aid kit
● A printed map

8. Additional things to bring
● Sunblock
● Energy snack
● Flashlight
● Binoculars
● Bug repellant
● An emergency kit with whistle, compass, matches, and a space
blanket

9. Tips on how to hike safely
● Consult a park ranger
● Agree on an emergency plan
● Exercise in advance
● Wear a helmet
● Prepare for the weather
● Take a break
● Hike with a friend
● Stay on the trail
● Respect your limits
● Follow the rules

10. Things to consider
● Don’t leave the official trail
● Don’t litter
● Don’t disturb the environment
● Be considerate of other hikers
● Watch your feet

11. References
https://www.self.com/story/hiking-safety-tips
https://www.tripsavvy.com/how-to-choose-prepare-hiking-trip-
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https://besthiking.net/plan-hiking-tour/

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