Lifehacks
Tips for trip participants
What does the difficulty level mean?
Very easy
Short walks, no effort required, suitable for everyone.
Easy
Light walks, possibly short ascents, relaxed pace.
Moderate
Better fitness required, longer walks, light climbs.
Hard
For active people, long hikes, significant elevation gain.
Challenging
High fitness required, difficult trails, mountainous terrain.
What does comfort level mean?
Minimalist
Basic conditions, often mountain huts or dormitory rooms.
Simple but comfortable
Accommodation in tourist guesthouses or hostels.
Standard comfort
Double rooms with private bathrooms, hotel standard 2–3★.
Upgraded comfort
Better hotels, rooms with extras (TV, air conditioning), 3–4★.
Premium comfort
Highest standard, 4–5★ hotels, full comfort and service.
What to pack for the mountains
Clothing and accessories
To fully enjoy comfort and safety during your trip, it's worth preparing well. Here’s a list of items that may come in handy on your adventure:
Shoes: trail running, trekking, or mountain shoes
Headwear: cap, panama hat, sun hat or winter hat – depending on altitude
Thermal underwear, preferably 2 sets
Sunglasses
Backpack for water and snacks (20–40 L)
Lightweight pants with membrane
Set of synthetic, quick-drying shirts (can be replaced by thermal underwear if you have 2 sets)
Waterproof jacket or windbreaker with hood – essential
Fleece (warm sweatshirt)
Socks, 3–4 pairs
Personal first aid kit
Rain poncho
Phone
SPF 50 or higher sunscreen
Toiletries – soap, shampoo, toothpaste, toilet paper
Protective lip balm
Money and documents stored in a waterproof pouch
Camera
Chargers or spare batteries, power bank
Main gear – mountain trip
Pay attention to this gear list. Check off items as you pack to avoid forgetting anything. The list may vary depending on weather conditions.
Backpack – ideally durable and waterproof, but any functional one will do. For women: 65–80 L; for men: 80 L.
Tent – usually provided by the guide
Trekking poles – useful for river crossings and reducing leg strain. Not required if you don’t have them
Sleeping mat – classic or inflatable
Headlamp
Plastic water bottle
Sleeping bag – always pack it in a plastic bag (this applies to all your gear)
Rain cover – if your jacket isn’t a poncho (the kind that covers both you and your backpack), take a rain cover for your pack
Foam seat pad – not essential, but very helpful. People who forget it usually regret it later
What to pack for island trips
Shoes: sneakers, trekking shoes, hiking or mountain shoes
Headwear: cap, panama hat, sun hat or winter hat – depending on altitude
Sunglasses
Backpack for water and snacks (20–40 L)
Shorts
Set of T-shirts
Waterproof jacket or windbreaker
Fleece (warm sweatshirt)
Swimsuit or swim trunks
SPF 50 or higher sunscreen
What to pack for a relaxing retreat
Shoes: sneakers
Headwear: cap, bucket hat or sun hat
Yoga mat
Comfortable yoga clothes / thermal underwear
Sunglasses
Backpack for water and snacks (20–40 L)
Shorts
Set of T-shirts
SPF 50 or higher sunscreen
Waterproof jacket or windbreaker with hood – essential
Fleece (warm sweatshirt)
Swimsuit or swim trunks
Notebook, carefully chosen for writing down all your important thoughts during the stay
How to prepare?
Good preparation is key to comfort and enjoyment during your trip. Regardless of difficulty level or accommodation standard, it's worth following a few universal rules.
Pack the essentials
Check what might be useful at your destination and refer to our checklist below.
Prepare physically
Match your expectations to the difficulty level of the trip. If it’s more demanding, start getting ready in advance.
Check the exact meeting time and place
You’ll receive this information from your guide a few days before departure—plan your transportation accordingly.
Bring cash
You might not be able to pay by card everywhere. It’s good to have some cash for small purchases, coffee, or souvenirs.
Stay positive!
You can’t plan for everything! With a smile and a flexible attitude, every trip will be a success.
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