Difficulty Levels

Our tours are classified into levels of technical and physical effort. Below are the descriptions for each level.

  • Easy: 1

    Accessible to all people in good health. On our Glacier Walk tours, you have to be able to walk over uneven terrain for 3 hours, without carrying much weight

  • Moderate: 2

    Accessible to all those in good health, who are doing some sport regularly, and who are used to all-terrain walks. 2-6 hours walk per day, without carrying much weight.

  • Challenging: 3

    Suitable for those that are physically active and have some background in basic traveling in mountainous terrain with a backpack. 6-7 hrs walk per day.

  • Demanding: 4

    Demanding some effort and certain endurance. Good health and some hiking experience are required. 6-8 hours walk per day. Often involves carrying your own gear.

  • Strenuous: 5

    Only suitable for people physically and psychologically prepared for a highly engaging experience. Expedition level. Often involves carrying your own gear.

  • Extremely Strenuous: 6

    Only suitable for people physically and psychologically prepared for a highly engaging experience. Expedition level. Often involves carrying your own gear. Similar previous experience is required for this tour.