Everyone deserves to feel welcome.
Women, solo participants and beginners are welcome where the route suits their ability. Experience is not a reason to dismiss someone’s questions or boundaries. Nobody should be pressured to continue when they feel unsafe.
Our code of conduct.
- Treat participants, local residents, guides and staff with respect. Discrimination, bullying, sexual harassment, unwanted contact and intimidation are unacceptable.
- Respect personal space, stated boundaries and a person’s choice to say no. Do not share private messages or contact details without permission.
- Follow the coordinator’s safety briefing, stay with the agreed group, and tell a leader before leaving or changing plans.
- Do not pressure others to take risks, pose near drops, consume alcohol or participate beyond their ability. Arrive sober and able to follow safety instructions.
- Report concerns promptly. Retaliation against someone raising a concern is unacceptable. Serious or repeated misconduct may result in removal from a trek or community, after review.
Speak up, privately.
Proposed process: report to the designated safety lead; request an alternate reviewer if the concern involves that person; the reviewer should acknowledge the concern, agree immediate safety measures, and explain next steps. Share information only with people needed to respond. Confidentiality cannot be absolute where immediate safety or legal duties require action. Do not post identifying allegations in public groups.
In an immediate emergency, contact local emergency services and alert the trek leader. This website and its email inbox are not emergency services.
Choose a route that suits you.
Difficulty depends on route, weather, elevation, exposure, terrain and pace. A familiar destination can have multiple routes with very different risks.
| Rating | What to expect | Preparation |
|---|---|---|
| Easy | Shorter walking with uneven ground and some ascent; conditions can still be slippery. | Comfort walking for the advertised duration. Check ascent and route conditions. |
| Moderate | Longer walking, sustained ascent, steeper or less predictable ground. | Regular physical activity and relevant walking experience; discuss any concerns privately. |
| Challenging | Demanding duration, steep sections, exposure or terrain needing specific skills. | Prior suitable experience and organizer assessment. Technical sections need appropriate qualified support. |
Before leaving the meeting point.
- Confirm a named lead, a rear coordinator, buddy arrangements and regrouping points. Ask who is carrying first-aid supplies and what training they have.
- Review the route, weather, turnaround time, mobile coverage, nearest help, evacuation options and how to alert someone if separated.
- Carry the water, food, footwear, layers, light and personal supplies listed in the briefing. Never rely on the website for live route or weather information.
- Share relevant support needs privately with the organizer. If unsure about fitness or a health condition, seek appropriate professional advice before committing.
Photographs are a choice.
Respect no-photo requests and do not tag people who have asked not to be tagged. Admins curate the website gallery. Contact us if you want a website photograph removed; testimonials still need the person’s approval.
Request removal of a website photograph. You do not have to explain why you want your image removed.
Outdoor risks and our limitations.
Trekking involves risks including falls, exhaustion, changing weather, water hazards, wildlife, delayed rescue and limited communication. Group participation does not eliminate these risks. Volunteer coordination is not a guarantee of professional guiding, medical care, insurance or rescue. Ask what arrangements apply to your specific trek before committing.
Emergency details: limited, private and temporary.
Proposed retention rule: collect emergency contacts only after a place is confirmed, through a private channel. Limit access to the designated trek lead and safety support. Do not publish them in galleries, participant lists or open groups. Delete routine emergency-contact records within 30 days after the trek; retain incident-related information only as needed, with a documented reason and restricted access.
This website’s forms do not request or store emergency or health details. Organizers must confirm the collection method, responsible person and deletion process before applying this policy.