Trekking without backpacks – the most comfortable trekking light

Many people give up hiking after hearing the weight they have to carry. However, there is an option that allows you to combine the romance of climbing with the accessible benefits of civilization – trekking without backpacks. Such a trip eliminates the need to burden yourself with exorbitant “weights” and thereby allows you to concentrate on the main thing – unforgettable emotions and impressions.

By going on a hike without backpacks, you can fully enjoy the beauty of nature without being distracted by heavy equipment on your shoulders. Without constraining yourself in movement, you will get to know all the colors of the surrounding panorama as closely as possible. In terms of variety, light trekking is in no way inferior to traditional tourist routes with backpacks and tents.

Specifics and features of trekking

Translated from English, “trekking” means walking over rough terrain without special training for participants. However, lovers of active recreation mean by this word a more vibrant and original pastime. As one famous Briton said: “Trekking is the common denominator of life in the Himalayas… In such a movement, everyone can find their own style, their own credo…”.

Hiking without backpacks is not just a systematic movement along the route. This means overcoming various obstacles and a sea of adrenaline, exploring natural attractions and ancient monuments, and getting to know unique cultural traditions. Trekking routes include scenic trails and uncategorized passes (but spectacular enough to open up new horizons). The purpose of such a tour is to take a break from the bustle of the metropolis and tactilely touch pristine nature, gain new resources and energy for a productive life.

Approximate trekking route without backpacks

Hiking is often associated with the bare minimum of amenities on the route, spartan living conditions, cooking with improvised means and serious physical exertion. Trekking without backpacks involves extreme forced marches alternating with rest, and campsites, hotels and guest houses are used for overnight stays.

Equipment relevant for such tours:

  • backpack 30-60 l;
  • trekking boots or sneakers, replacement shoes;
  • walking pants, jacket and other things if necessary;
  • thermal underwear set;
  • hat, glasses and sun cream;
  • several pairs of socks, a change of underwear;
  • hygiene supplies;
  • personal first aid kit;
  • water container.

But the peculiarity of hiking without backpacks is that you do not need to carry all the mentioned things and other provisions with you. You also save yourself the hassle of having sleeping bags, tents and cooking equipment. Upon arrival, you leave the main ballast at your base location and pack only what you need for a particular day in a small backpack or bag. All you need to do is take a container of water, a daytime snack, a warm jacket, a raincoat and, of course, a camera with which you can capture what you see. At the same time, throughout the entire trek there are places where you can always buy this or that thing or eat.

Comfortable sleep and delicious meals alternate with radial outings, during which you can enjoy cozy rocky coves, beautiful beaches, mountainous terrain with gorges and canyons, as well as other natural assets depending on the direction. Throughout the route, instructors will provide you with the highest possible level of comfort and the atmosphere of a full-fledged hike at the same time.

Tour members

Contrary to the prevailing stereotype, active tours are available not only to professional climbers or specially trained travelers. Trekking without backpacks is a great opportunity to feel like a conqueror of pristine beauty, even if you do not have the relevant experience. Light hiking is the best choice if you:

  • want to explore the most picturesque corners of our planet without grueling forced marches that require serious preparation;
  • spend most of your time in a sitting position and are not used to traveling long distances on foot;
  • you have impressive climbing experience, but this time you want to relax in comfort and focus on contemplating the beauty.

If you feel like backpacking without backpacks isn’t quite “real”, don’t worry! It’s no secret that even when climbing the most difficult peaks, most things are carried not by the climbers themselves, but by the porters. The experienced traveler knows: the less weight, the more pleasure. By getting rid of excess weight, you can conquer places that would otherwise be insurmountable. Thus, trekking without backpacks is an excellent alternative to both mountaineering and regular city tourism.

Choosing the tour that’s right for you

The Extreme Guide team has prepared exciting trekking and excursion programs for every taste. Our signature tours provide the opportunity to explore the most interesting places on different continents of the planet. The choice of solution depends, first of all, on your preferences and level of preparation.

Trekking along the Lycian Way or traveling to Peru and Bolivia is an ideal solution if you want to get up close and personal with ancient civilizations. It’s hard to describe the emotions you can get from walking along the most unexplored part of the Mediterranean Sea or trekking through the jungle to the mountains. However, both tours are available for beginners. The category of easy routes includes a trip to the foot of Ushba and Mazersky waterfalls – the most beautiful places in the Caucasus. We also offer a tour of America – famous California, National Parks, incredible waterfalls, legendary canyons and a convertible tour along the Pacific Ocean!

Our other destinations include Europe, the Carpathians, Morocco, and Iran. Hiking without backpacks is possible even for those who have long dreamed of visiting Everest. The route involves traveling to the base camp, from where an amazing panorama of eternal ice and majestic mountains opens up.

Whatever tour you choose, the ExtremeGuide team is ready to offer prompt professional advice and support at all stages. During the journey you will be accompanied by professional guides, climbers and mountain tourists with extensive experience. You can visit with us unexplored places and test your own strength, having different experiences in trekking and active tourism. Our philosophy is based on three “pillars” – safety, comfort and complete impressions.