Grades of Difficulty

It is not easy to grade trips accurately with regards to how difficult they are. The following trip denominations and their description can give you a better idea:

EASY: These treks are easy going and are normally for everyone willing to go a bit further exploring culture and tradition aspects not usually experienced on a regular tour.They sometimes require extended walks or hikes that last a few hours, therefore we recommend good physical health and a taste for adventure.

MODERATE: Trips that require good health and physical condition. This refers to trips that have steeper inclinations than easy treks and that usually require better footing. They can last up to 6 hours of walking a day and incorporate trails leading to passes of between 4,000 and 5,000 Mts

HARD: These trips require very good overall health and physical condition. This refers to trips were you spend 6 to 8 hours of hiking per day with substantial gain and/or loss of altitude in one day. These trips are meant for people who enjoy the outdoors and usually require some pre-departure physical training.
The better shape you are in, the more enjoyment you can get out of harder Peru treks..