{"id":2938,"date":"2019-05-06T14:50:32","date_gmt":"2019-05-06T12:50:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.howlanders.com\/?p=2938"},"modified":"2021-11-09T12:21:03","modified_gmt":"2021-11-09T16:21:03","slug":"trekking-preparation-tips","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.howlanders.com\/en\/travel-tips\/trekking-preparation-tips\/","title":{"rendered":"Trekking preparation tips"},"content":{"rendered":"

If you are planning a new adventure that will take you to explore hiking trails in amazing places in South America<\/b>, you should follow a number of trekking tips to make your experience not only enjoyable but also safe enough to enjoy.<\/p>\n

There are routes that are easy to access and others that are a little more complicated. However, in both cases, you must be careful not to overlook any detail.<\/p>\n

For this reason, we give you a series of recommendations for trekking<\/b> so that you can put them into practice yourself on some of the best trekking routes in South America<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Trekking tips with short routes<\/h2>\n

The first thing you need to know is your own physical condition, as there are hiking routes that are only recommended for people with a certain amount of experience and fitness.<\/p>\n

It is advisable to start with short routes<\/b> if you have never trekked before and have very little experience. If you are planning a trip to Argentina<\/a>, you can do the Perito Moreno mini trekking<\/a>, which is a perfect place to start.<\/p>\n

Once you’ve gained some experience, you can try a trek to Torres del Paine<\/a>. Or even climb Chimborazo<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Never embark on excessively long or demanding trekking<\/b> route without previous experience!<\/p>\n

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Study the route and site conditions<\/h2>\n

It is important to find out about the route you are going to take. Find out what the conditions are; what climate you will be exposed to; what the difficulty level of the trek is; and how long it will take<\/b>.<\/p>\n

Maps are very useful<\/b>. So even if you have a guide assigned to you, as in the excursion to Ciudad Perdida<\/a>, always have a map of the site at hand, as it will show you if there are slopes on the way, rivers, mountainous areas…<\/p>\n

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Select the right clothing<\/h2>\n

Make sure you choose sturdy shoes that fit several types of landscapes<\/strong>. They are useful to cross mountains and at the same time be comfortable. Your safety depends on this since if you go hiking in wrong shoes you can be at risk of injury<\/strong>. Try to choose waterproof shoes.<\/p>\n

For clothes, it is advisable to use fibres that dry quickly. That is why technical clothing is ideal, avoid cotton<\/strong> because they are heavy and very difficult to dry. You can also take with you 2 or 3 pairs of socks.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Keep in mind that even if you visit a hot place, the outdoor nighttime temperature can be very low. So try to wear clothes for the day different from those to wear for the night, in case you have to leave.<\/p>\n

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Organize your backpack<\/h2>\n

It is important to know how to pack your backpack for trekking<\/a>. Do not fill your backpack with unnecessary things, think of it as having a survival kit<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

You can take:<\/p>\n