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How to pack for your hiking holidays? What should you take with you to prepare for different kinds of weather conditions, terrains, cultures? Here are some tips from our guides on how to prepare your next hiking experience.
Last week the sun shone practically every day. This week it’s raining, and we’re all glad for that — the land needs it. But when it comes to hiking in the great outdoors, unpredictable weather doesn’t help us pack, now does it?! So I always come prepared for any event. I mean, hopefully it will be sunny when vacation comes — and Portugal is a great place to visit for that matter, with an average 26 sunny days per month, between April and end of October — but we always need to pack for those 4 unwanted days, when they come. So what do I usually do?
Layering. Layering is the best way to stay warm and keep cool. Though it may not rain, sometimes the sun can be shy. To keep me protected from the elements and feeling cool on a hot day, I always carry light rain gear to start the day and use a breathable synthetic t-shirt. I also avoid cotton fabrics while exercising — the absorbent qualities prevent wicking and insulate poorly when wet.
My regular, comfortable walking boots are the foundation of an enjoyable walking holiday. My feet and legs will have to take the strain and the right boots will reduce the chance of sore feet, so that I can enjoy a blister-free trip. I recommend choosing walking boots with good ankle support, to cope with slippery or uneven paths and, if possible, bring another pair of lower cut boots, or trail shoes (a cross between trainers and boots) especially if your feet get hot in summer. Lightweight and waterproof materials are encouraged. I also try to bring several pairs of hiking socks, which normally have a more cushioned sole for extra comfort.
Comfort is essential. The more comfortable I feel, the longer and further I want to go! Then it all depends on which kind of hikes and trails I go about, doesn’t it? It’s completely different to pack for a two-week Himalayan base camp trekking than for one-week hike in the Douro valley, sometimes with a wine tasting and boat ride in the mix, like the one we just did recently.
To ensure one’s comfort on the hike, it is important to wear the appropriate clothing. On these lighter, yet daily walks, I always try to wear quick dry, lightweight walking t-shirts, pants and shorts, which will help wick moisture away from my skin and prevent from becoming chilled or overheated. When possible, I bring a mid-weight fleece, ideal for layering with the t-shirt, and can be rolled up small to go in the rucksack when not in use.
In short:
- layering (lightweight and waterproof materials)
- light rain gear
- breathable synthetic t-shirt
- mid-weight fleece
- pants and shorts
- comfortable walking boots (with good ankle support, mid or lower cut)
Are you looking to join a group on a walking tour next Spring? See from our available dates below and join a group on your next hiking holidays in Portugal.
If you always wanted to know the secluded locations and the less beaten trails of Portugal, share the spirit of discovery with other like-minded explorers, take a look at our guided group tours between April and June 2019. These tours offer the advantage of being guaranteed departures and requiring no minimum number of guests to join.
A bit all over the backroads and medieval villages of this beautiful country, there are several experiences for those who want to explore Portugal on foot, on a guided group tour and make new
friendships along the way:
Join this one-week hiking holidays in the Alentejo region, in the interior rural areas of southern Portugal, walking by the best trails in the area. In this tour, you'll hike by vineyards, natural parks,
endless plains, discovering the best flavors and culture Portugal has to offer. Based in Marvão, Monsaraz and Évora, you'll hike by identified trails and climb to the top of medieval fortresses
overlooking Spain, visit UNESCO world heritage sites and traditions, get to know the production methods of the best vineyards of Monsaraz, sleep in former convents and castles and enjoy several
hikes in these peaceful rolling hills, discovering Alentejo.
Join this one week walking tour in Lisbon and its surroundings, fit for walkers, hikers or trail runners who want to discover both Lisbon’s seven hills and urban parks and complement their visit to
Portugal’s capital by exploring the natural parks of Sintra and Arrábida, as well as the romantic architecture, vineyards, secluded beaches and oceanside trails that characterize these areas. Lisbon is the starting point of this adventure, where you'll join urban hikes to discover this romantic city by foot. You'll also get to hike the most scenic trails of the surrounding region, in the mystical Sintra Sierra, visiting the Pena Palace, Mourish castle, and romantic gardens of this UNESCO world heritage region and the untouched Arrábida, with its stunning oceanic views, secluded beaches and amazing vineyards.
Join this Douro walking tour, fit for walkers, hikers or trail runners who want to discover the world’s first demarcated wine region and the portuguese historical villages of the Nort of Portugal. Walk by the Douro's riverside, enjoying its trademark UNESCO world heritage “socalcos” or terraced vineyards and experience the secular traditions of this region. Hike the most scenic trails of the region, visit the wine cellars, taste some of the best port and Douro wines and discover traces of the early history of Portugal, from up to 30000 years old in the historical villages to the north of the country. Challenge yourself up to top of the most beautiful viewpoints, descend towards the Côa Valley to visit its Paleolithic engravings, visit the medieval castles and enjoy the rugged nature of the Douro International park and its trails.
This is a one-week long walking holiday walking by the best trails of the Portuguese Camino de Santiago. Starting from Porto, we'll walk towards Santiago de Compostela, experiencing the trails,
villages, landscapes, gastronomy and culture of both the Central path of the Camino and the Coastal path, discovering the best of the Minho region and Galiza, in Spain. Walking the camino is an epic journey, that started in the 9th Century with the discovery, in Galiza, of the remains of St. James. In 1325, the Portuguese queen Isabel made a pilgrimage to Santiago following a route very similar to the one that today is marked with yellow arrows, crossing the then recently built Barcelos bridge;
Join this one-week hiking holidays in the Alentejo region, in the interior rural areas of southern Portugal, walking by the best trails in the area. In this tour, you'll hike by vineyards, natural parks,
endless plains, discovering the best flavors and culture Portugal has to offer. Based in Marvão, Monsaraz and Évora, you'll hike by identified trails and climb to the top of medieval fortresses overlooking Spain, visit UNESCO world heritage sites and traditions, get to know the production methods of the best vineyards of Monsaraz, sleep in former convents and castles and enjoy several hikes in these peaceful rolling hills, discovering Alentejo.
Join this one week walking tour in Lisbon and its surroundings, fit for walkers, hikers or trail runners who want to discover both Lisbon’s seven hills and urban parks and complement their visit to
Portugal’s capital by exploring the natural parks of Sintra and Arrábida, as well as the romantic architecture, vineyards, secluded beaches and oceanside trails that characterize these areas. Lisbon is the starting point of this adventure, where you'll join urban hikes to discover this romantic city by foot. You'll also get to hike the most scenic trails of the surrounding region, in the mystical Sintra Sierra, visiting the Pena Palace, Mourish castle, and romantic gardens of this UNESCO world heritage region and the untouched Arrábida, with its stunning oceanic views, secluded beaches and amazing vineyards.
Contact us at hikewithus @ livelovehike.pt for more information if you wish to participate in these tours!
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