Tough (Grade D)
Tough (Grade D)
Those experienced in trekking for a number of consecutive days in the Scottish Highlands, will understand how tough treks at this grade can be – stamina is essential, as walking days are long. We recommend previous trekking experience, preferably at altitude; you need complete confidence in your physical condition and the ability to trek for many days over difficult terrain.
LENGTH OF | CONDITIONS | ALTITUDE | WEATHER & | REMOTENESS & |
| Long, hard days of around seven or eight hours (or longer) duration | DifficultCentre-Based terrain including snow or scrambling sections – you may need ice axe and crampons | Expect extremes of altitude, and long days of ascent/ decent. A number of days over 1000m ascent | Be prepared – expect the unexpected! | Remote, wild environments with few facilities, perhaps for extended periods. Be prepared to rough it! |
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