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Trekking, or mountain walking? It's much more than just a mountain trip! Imagine that you're traversing wild trails, conquering steep slopes, and your home for a few days is a tent set up under the starry sky. Sounds intriguing? That's exactly it. the essence of trekking!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In this article, you will learn how this activity differs from regular hiking. You will learn about the types of trekking \u2013 from mountain to polar, its advantages and tips for a good start. Whether you are an experienced hiker looking for a new challenge or a beginner mountain hiking enthusiast, you will definitely find something for yourself here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

What exactly is trekking?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

According to the official definition of the PWN Dictionary of the Polish Language<\/a> trekking (from English trek \u2013 hike) is a "hiking expedition in an exotic, difficult and inaccessible region". But what does this mean in practice?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Trekking is not just a walk in the park! It is a full-scale adventure that combines elements of hiking, climbing and wilderness exploration. This form of activity requires not only physical strength but also mental resilience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Usually it is a longer or multi-day hike that takes place in demanding terrain<\/strong> and often in difficult climatic conditions. It can be crossing a desert, hiking on a glacier or struggling through a dense jungle. Characteristically for trekking, the routes can be off the beaten path, in desolate places. Trekkers (people who do trekking) often spend the night in tents and carry all their equipment with them, which requires not only the right equipment, but also solid physical preparation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

History of trekking<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Although people have been wandering the mountains for thousands of years, trekking as a form of tourism<\/strong> was born relatively recently. Its "father" is considered to be British Colonel Jimmy Roberts, a legendary mountaineer and explorer. Roberts, who in 1953 was the first to climb the six-thousander Mera Peak, founded a trekking agency in 1964 Mountain Travel Nepal<\/a>. Roberts' agency also organized expeditions for people with no experience in mountain hiking, which opened the world of high mountains to a wider audience<\/strong>It is since the 1950s that we can talk about trekking as a popular form of tourist activity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today, trekking is not only a way to spend time actively, but also a philosophy of travel. It is a chance for a deep connection with nature, a test of one's own abilities and a unique opportunity to discover the wildest corners of our planet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Trekking vs. regular hiking<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

How does trekking differ from a regular mountain trip? First of all, in terms of length and intensity. Trekking is usually multi-day expedition<\/strong>, during which one overcomes tens of kilometers in diverse terrain<\/strong>. It requires better physical and mental preparation than a short walk along a mountain trail.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Trekking often involves spending the night on the trail \u2013 whether in shelters, tents or under the open sky. What\u2019s more, trekking routes often lead through less frequented, more wild areas. This gives you the chance to meet wildlife and observe rare species of plants and animals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The most popular types of trekking<\/h2>\n\n\n\n