Trek Difficulty Level – Hiking Grades in the Mountains
The Trek difficulty level in the Mountains of Nepal mainly varies depending on the different geography, terrain, altitude, durations, weather, and the fitness level of the trekkers.
During trekking at a high altitude on the lap of the high mountains, one should be physically and mentally prepared to overcome all the consequences that might occur in the mountains.
Trekking in the mountains, some routes are easy while you might be facing challenging perspectives such as leaving behind the treeline zone and moving towards the alpine region. Where the oxygen level decreases and makes it difficult to breathe. We will move slowly as we are familiar with the high mountain environment (acclimatization) and get to the destination.
Some factor that affects the trek difficulty level in the high mountains is as follows:
Altitude Variations
During the trek in the mountains, the higher the elevation, the fresh and thin air you feel. As a result, it makes the trekkers on difficult to get full oxygen to breathe and it may also lead to Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS), whose consequences might be more serious if not treated properly.
Duration of Hikes
The longer the number of days it takes to trek in the mountains, the more trekkers should be physically fit and mentally prepared to tackle all the situations that might occur in the mountains.
Terrain
The different terrain and the geography of Nepal make the trekkers more challenging to push to their final destinations. The Terrain is more rough and rocky which the trekkers need to pass via which might be more challenging.
Weather Conditions
The weather in the high mountains is unpredictable. It keeps on changing each minute. So, the trekkers need to be physically fit and have a strong mindset to overcome all the obstacles in the mountains.
However, trekking in high altitude can be more challenging and difficult to overcome the different obstacles in the mountain area. So, before trekking to the mountains consult with the registered trekking companies and hire a guide for a better smoother trekking journey in the mountains.
Level of Trekking Difficulty in Details
The level of Trekking Difficulty is totally based on the rough trekking trails, the terrains, altitude, and the changes in weather which keep on changing each time in the mountains.
The following are the levels of Trek Difficulty in the Himalayas:
An Easy Trek Difficulty (Grade One)
While trekking in the mountains, you should follow the proper guidelines and protocols of the guides. The easy trek follows the easy terrain and the trekking paths are more easy to trek with all age groups People such as Children, Families and beginners of the trek can join on this trek.
The easy-grade trek is trekking below 4,000M above sea level. each and every eerie person can join the trek and enjoy nature by walking 6 hours of duration to reach the destination.
Tamang Heritage Trail Trek and Everest View Trek are known as the easy trekking grades in Nepal.
Moderate Trek (Grade Two)
The Moderate Trek is comparatively more difficult than the Easy Trek. This trek might be difficult for new trekkers wishing to explore the mountains of Nepal.
You need to get full fitness and good stamina to climb the trekking trails in the mountains. The minimum altitude of the Moderate trek is above 4,000 m to 4,800 m. While at this altitude, the trekkers might seem to be affected by mountain sickness and should follow the proper protocols.
The Langtang Valley Trek and Annapurna Base Camp Trek are known as moderate trekking trails in terms of geography, terrain and altitude.
Strenuous Trek (Grade Three)
The difficult grade trek is trekking in the high mountains and walking on very rough and tough terrain and climatic conditions. To experience these trekking trials you need to have experiences of trekking in moderate trekking trails. And also to face the different challenges and the consequences to face in the mountains. The trekkers will be trekking from 4,800 m above sea level to 5,535 m on this trekking grade.
The Everest Base Camp Trek and Annapurna Circuit Trek are known as the most difficult trekking trails and most popular trekking trails.
Challenging/Alpine Trek(Grade Four)
The challenging Alpine trek is for those who wish to explore themselves and trek in the high mountains. During the alpine trek, the trekkers need to be very good in fitness and high stamina. We at Blue Lake Adventure will assist and help our clients to trek in extreme level rough and tough trekking trails.
These challenging treks are the main passes that the trekkers wish to trek and get to the next destinations. For this trek in the mountains, you might need to accommodate in the camping tents and explore with your teammates.
The most beautiful and challenging treks Everest Three Pass Trek and Manaslu Circuit Trek are known as the challenging trek.