I want to start hiking, where should I start?
For beginners, we always suggest easy trails, so that you can decide whether you will really like it and not experience any difficulties.
What are the criteria for leveling trails in relation to the degree of difficulty?
Following the ABNT 15505-2 standards, which discusses criteria for evaluating trails and hikes, there are 4 criteria:
What if I need a restroom on the trail, how does it work?
On most of the trails we do, there are no restroom facilities. We suggest that you always use a shit tube or dig a hole in the ground to bury your waste whenever possible, and never leave any type of material like toilet paper in the woods.
I want to go on a one-day hike, what should I take in my backpack?
First, we suggest that you always wear a backpack with two straps, so that your hands are free and your balance is good while walking. The backpack should contain the following items: personal hygiene items (e.g. toilet paper); sunscreen; insect repellent; regular medication; snacks; water; raincoat; extra battery for your cell phone; waterproof backpack cover. […]
How does food work on the trails?
When there are no facilities on our route such as restaurants, bars or similar, we always suggest that participants bring their own food, which can include: pastries, sandwiches, pizza, fruit, cheese, salami, etc.
What is the recommended clothing for hiking?
First of all, we need to evaluate what the trail will be, where the trail will be, what weather we will face, etc. After that, here are some tips for a wet trail like the famous Trilha do Rio do Boi in the Aparados da Serra National Park: cap, dry fit t-shirt with UV protection […]