Mountain Guiding
A good mountain day starts with a route that matches your group. Open ridges green valleys and quiet viewpoints each offer a different kind of walk. Tell Balkan what you enjoy and how much walking you would like to do then discuss the options together.
Describe your usual walking day
Tell your guide about the distance and terrain you normally walk. Mention steep descents uneven ground or exposure if these are concerns. Ask about elevation gain the expected duration and the pace so everyone knows what to expect.
Prepare a practical daypack
Bring drinking water food sun protection and a weather appropriate extra layer. Wear footwear suited to the trail. Ask your guide whether walking poles or any other equipment would be useful for the proposed route.
Make room for the mountain
Leave space in the plan for breaks and changing conditions. Your guide may suggest a different route when weather trail conditions or the group’s pace call for it. A flexible plan can make the day more enjoyable.
Leave the landscape as you find it
Carry out your rubbish and stay on established trails where possible. Give wildlife space and respect local access restrictions. Check the meeting point transport arrangements and anything you need to bring before the day begins.