HIKING AND TREKKING
HIKING Terrain and Difficulty
Is walking in a natural environment through
pre-charted paths and man-made trails and
roads. Is usually longer than walking on city
streets or similar pathways. It is usually
lasts continually for a day.
Is to move from one place to another using
your feet as the only means of transport.
Is an aerobic activity, you burn more
calories walking than running.
TREKKING
Is a series of hiking activities done on paths
that are usually unmarked and many not be
previously chartered.
Is an increasingly popular activity.
We can walk in the countryside to enjoy the
landscape, the ground, the climate and also
the trees, plants and animals. These are the
ecological paths.
Benefits of hiking & trekking
❖ Its improves your heart resistance.
❖ It relaxes the nerve system.
❖ It burns calories
❖ Increases muscle strength and
endurance.
❖ Boost bone density.
❖ Reduces the risk of chronic diseases.
❖ Reduces stress and anxiety.
❖ Provides a sense of achievement.
Hiking & Trekking
In summary, hiking is generally a shorter
and less strenuous walk on well-maintained
trails, while trekking involves longer, more
challenging journey through rugged and
remote terrain, often involving camping and
other specialized gear.
Difference between hiking and trekking
Hiking is typically refers to a leisurely walk
on a well marked trail, with a relatively low
level of difficulty. Trekking involves longer,
more challenging journeys over rugged
terrain, often with steep ascents and
descents.
Duration
Hiking is generally a shorter activity that can
last from a few hours to a day.
Trekking involves multi-day journeys that
can last for several days or even weeks.
Equipment and Gear
Hiking requires minimal gear, usually just
sturdy shoes, water, and snacks.
Trekking requires specialized equipment’s
such as backpack, camping gears, and
sturdy hiking boots.
Location
Hiking can be done in any natural setting,
such as park, forest, or mountain trails.
Trekking usually takes places in remote,
less traveled areas, such as backcountry
trails or wilderness areas.
Purpose
Hiking is often done for leisure, exercise or
enjoyment of the outdoors.
Trekking can be more challenging
adventure activity that requires physical and
mental endurance

WHICH ARE THE MOST APPROPRIATE
SHOES?
• Shoes must be comfortable and
must be an insulator.
• Don’t wear new boots for hiking.
• Wear two pairs of socks.
First aid & emergency kits
A first aid kit is important in any physical
activity. You will not find a clinic or a hospital
in the mountains.
Here are some of the recommended items
in First aid kit
1. Over-the –counter medicines
2. Gauze pads or rolls
3. Bandages
4. Medical tape or adhesive tape
5. Tweezers, safety pins, bandage
scissors.
6. Povidone-iodine or hydrogen
peroxide solution
7. Rubbing alcohols
8. Bar of plain soap
9. Absorbent cotton
10. Sunscreen cream or lotion
11. Insect repellent lotion
12. Snakebite kit ( scalpel and solution
device for the venom
13. Flashlight and penlight
ADVICE TO CARRY OUT HIKING &
TREKKING
1. GET INFORM ABOUT THE RELIEF-
The ground, the climate,
temperature, wildlife and the type of
vegetation.
2. MAKE SURE THERE IS DRINKING
WATER ON THE WAY- Carry it with
you if there isn’t.
3. CHOOSE APPROPRIATE
CLOTHES- Don’t take either too
many or too few clothes.
4. NEVER WALK ALONE- you can get
lost or hurt, moreover, it’s funnier
and safer to go with somebody. The
slowest person must go first.
5. WALK AT A UNIFORM SPEED- try
not to go too fast at the beginning.
6. STOP EVERY NOW AND THEN-
you should make stop of 5-10 min
every 4 min. you can drink some
water (not much) and eat some nuts
or chocolate to get energy.
7. RESPECT THE ZONE- don’t leave
paths and you wont damage nature.
Don’t pull branches from the trees or
bushes. Don’t shout.
8. DON’T THROW RUBBISH- keep it
with you till you find the appropriate
container.