Est-ce que quelqu'un a recemment effectuer les treks du Fitz Roy et de Torres del Paine?
Je souhaiterai avoir un retour sur les conditions, notemment sur la presence de neige?
Je suis en effet actuellement sur Pucon et il y a un bon paquet de neige pour la saison avec un eneigement continu a 1300m...
J'étais à El Chalten il y a un mois environ et les randos à la journée étaient toutes accessibles : parfois un peu de neige sur la fin du parcourt mais rien de génant. Je ne sais pas par contre s'il est possible de faire des treks plus longs actuellement.
Pour Torres del Paine, j'y suis pas allée mais une copine y était récemment (2 semaines environ), elle a eu quelques chutes de neige pendant son trek de 5 jours mais elle a pu le réaliser quand même.
nous étions à TDP il y a 2 semaines. Pas de neige au sol sur le "W" (un peu de neige dans le ciel).
Compte tenu de l'altitude faible, je pense qu'il y a très peu de risques que vous soyez gênés par la neige.
(nous avons aussi dû renoncer au Villarica à Pucon pour cause de mauvais temps)
Nous comptons nous rendre a TDP dans une a deux semaines et nous nous posons plusieurs questions :
- les refuges sur le trajet du W sont payants/gratuits? moyen de poser sa tente?
- cote nourriture comment ca marche? doit on prevoir pour toute la duree du trek ou y a t il moyen de refaire le plein sur le trajet?
- Cote budget general: combien il faut compter pour deux personnes avec tente pour faire tout le parc TDP
nous n'avons pas utilisé la tente mais les refuges (assez chers).
La tente est une alternative, mais vous ne trouverez pas de ravitaillement en dehors d'une boutique au refuge Pehoe Grand Paine. A mon sens, il vaut mieux emmener tout le ravitaillement. Vous pourrez cependant acheter un casse-croûte du midi ou prendre les repas dans les refuges pour soulager le poids du sac.
On peut poser sa tente à plusieurs endroits, ça n'est payant qu'à côté des refuges.
Côté budget, si vous emmenez toute la nourriture et campez hors des zones refuges, vous n'aurez à payer que le transport et l'entrée du parc (20 € par personne environ).
La tente peut aussi se louer à Puerto Natales (à l'Erratik Rock par exemple qui vous donne plein d'infos, avec mini-conférence tous les jours à 15 h).
Certainement est-il un peu tard pour répondre à toutes les questions posées mais comme j’étais dans le coin cette 1ère 15aine de décembre je complète tout de même si cela peut être utile à d’autres... 🙂
Pas ou très peu de neige actuellement sur les sentiers les plus arpentées (que ce soit sur les A/R traditionnels de El Chalten vers le Fitz, ou sur le W du Torres Del Paine) et nous avons eu droit à une météo plutôt très clémente pour le coin avec des records de chaleur (on ne s’y attendait pas !).
Mais attention tout de même de prévoir au cas où...
Et plus particulièrement si vous sortez des sentiers les plus battus : si comme nous vous vous lancez par exemple dans la vallée Eléctrico pour tenter d’apercevoir la face nord du Fitz vous risquez d’affronter la tempête de neige et de vent dans les environs du Lago Eléctrico (assez impressionnant ! 🤪).... De même si vous faites le grand tour du Torres (le "Q" et pas seulement le "W") vous devrez passer un col à plus de 1200m d’altitude et il y reste de bons névés (on était content d’être vêtu montagne avec nos pantalon équipés de guêtres intégrés !!! 😎).
Sinon je confirme ce que dit rando06 : il faut absolument prévoir d’être autonome pour ce qui est nourriture lors des randos dans les parcs car on n’y trouve pratiquement rien !
Mais attention si comme nous vous venez d’Argentine et allez directement au Torres Del Paine au Chili sans passer par la case "ravitaillement" de Puerto Natales (je sais, c’est rare mais ça peut se faire, la preuve !)... méfiez-vous du passage à la douane car tout ce qui est fruit et légume frais sans parler de la viande est confisqué ! 😠
😕 Et oui... nous on se régalait d’avance de nos beaux saucissons-bien-bon achetés à El Calafate mais on n’en n’a pas eu le loisir et on a du se contenter du reste et du pain sec (heureusement le jambon cuit et le fromage passent sans encombre !).
Par contre attention : là où je ne suis pas d’accord avec rando06 c’est qu’on ne peut pas faire ce que l’on veut au point de vu bivouac ! 🏴☠️
Et oui, que ce soit autours du Fitz Roy ou au Torres il est interdit de camper en dehors des aires prévues à cet effet !!
Autant respecter cela car c’est pour la préservation des lieux : étant donné la fréquentation on comprend mieux pourquoi, et je dois reconnaître qu’il est agréable de profiter de cette nature encore sauvegardée !
D’autant plus que ce n’est pas tellement contraignant (sauf qu’il y a un peu de monde sur les tronçons les plus touristiques bien sûr) et souvent gratuit : partout dans le massif du Fitz (sauf dans la vallée Eléctrico pour le camping accolé au refuge Piedra Del Fraile qui est privé) et pour environ la moitié des campings (ou aires de campement !) du Torres.
Reste plus qu'a vous souhaiter une bonne découverte de ces régions magnifiques !
🙂🙂🙂
"Nul ne va aussi loin que celui qui ne sait pas où il va...
par contre qui met les pieds dans le plat aura toujours du mal à grimper !"
merci pour ces precisions mais ....trop tard pour nous mais surement pas pour les autres.
Quant a moi, je peux dire que cette rando vaut le coup pour son panel de sites et de paysages magnifiques mais surement pas pour son "ambiance" centre d atraction et usine a delester les portefeuilles des randonneurs.
Tu paies ton entree, ton bateau, ton bus et si t es motive pour faire le "Q" comme tu dis ou "grande boucle" et bien faut payer pour les campings car y en a aucun gratos,
ensuite si t es mort a l arrivee cote est faut que tu raques pour une navette t amenant au bus pour puerto natales.
Concernant les campings payants du W, ils sont tellement chers et nuls que tu cours vers un gratuits et seras bien plus content.
Tout ceci est tres dommage, car je pense que dans quelques annees, seuls les bourgeois avec un bon budget pourront se permettre ce trek.
Ils sont d ailleurs en train de ralonger le refuge payant de los Cuernos (qui bien sur n etait pas assez grand)
desole pour la sensation d enervement de ce post mais faut bien prevenir les prochains routards de prevoir ce qu il faut dans la tirelire
A part ça je conseille de decouvrir la valle française au milieu du W en allant plus loin que le mirador officiel, c est a dire jusqu au col qui donne sur la tour sud des torres
c est un spectacle a couper le souffle!!
Ceci est bien sur du off, car ce n est pas tres legaliste et un peu dangereux
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Hi,
Since I can't take on long treks, I'd love to know if there are any nice hikes around Pokhara—or maybe in another region of Nepal. Day hikes or two-day trips would be perfect.
Thanks in advance for your tips!
Hi everyone,
I’m leaving on Monday, August 3rd for my very first long-distance trek: the GR223 from Coutances to Mont Saint-Michel, over 6-7 days (~11-14 miles/day), solo.
I’m looking for tips from people who know this section well (Coutances → Regnéville-sur-Mer → Hauteville-sur-Mer → Bréhal → Granville → Genêts → bay crossing):
Budget-friendly accommodations: I’m struggling to find affordable stopover lodgings (a lot of what I find online are expensive vacation rentals, not really suited for a solo hiker). If you have any great spots (hostels, hiker-friendly B&Bs, nice campgrounds), I’d love to hear them!
Bay crossing: Any feedback on guides/providers leaving from Genêts for the final crossing?
General tips for a first long-distance trek: What you wish you’d known before your first time, pitfalls to avoid, etc.
Hi,
We’re planning to do the 4-day trek from Mestia to Ushguli without an agency. The descriptions mention that there are accommodations at each stop, but we can’t find any details about them. Has anyone got info or feedback on this route?
I'm developing a free and open-source web app for planning walking and cycling trips (and even car trips). You can create a route by clicking directly on the map to add waypoints, and it can consist of multiple stages. The app provides tools to edit the stages and the overall route, and to display useful information (distances, altitudes, and elevation changes). A relief profile can be shown as a graph for a specific stage or the entire route.
Once the route is ready, it can be exported as a GPX file, which can then be used with a GPS or a mobile navigation app.
The app is built in JavaScript and runs entirely in the web browser. It uses the Leaflet library and several OpenStreetMap-based services. Initially developed for my personal needs (I enjoy hiking and cycle touring), I’d be happy to share it with anyone who might find it useful. It’s free to use, doesn’t require an account, and the source code is available.
New to this forum, I’m planning a pretty big project for 2028.
I’m heading to Nepal to do a trek from Kathmandu all the way to Everest Base Camp (a cool 5,300 m 😄).
This trek is a bit special because even though I’ll be part of a group, I’m going solo (so far, no problem—I’m used to it). But it’s my first real trek, and it’s also a humanitarian one: once I reach base camp, I’ll stay an extra week to help clean up the waste left by tens of thousands of climbers! Since I’m originally from South America, from two countries that share the Andes, I have a deep respect for mountains—they fascinate me. So Everest… it’s kind of the trip of a lifetime!
So, a little question for those who’ve done treks to Everest before… any tips for good mental preparation (I’m already working on the physical side)?
We're planning to trek in Peru and Bolivia and would love to find some local agencies.
If you know any, could you share details on prices and, of course, the names of the agencies?
Which trek would you recommend?
Elocine
I'm heading out on a fully self-sufficient trek in Morocco (10 days) from Imilchil to Aghbalou.
Can I find screw-on gas canisters (Coleman, Primus) in Marrakech (any addresses?) or in villages between Imilchil and Aghbalou?
If not, are Butagaz canisters for camping gas (small 230g size) available?
Thanks in advance for your tips!
Hello, I’d like to embark on a little trip in my home country, Switzerland. I’ll start walking from La Cure, heading toward Le Noirmont first, then I’ll improvise my route—but it’ll probably follow the French border... at least as far as Lac de Joux.
I’ll decide day by day how much farther to go after that. My goal is to stay in nature as much as possible, wander around for as long as I can, and restock food in villages or towns along the way.
I’m thinking of mostly camping, but we’ll see if I end up in a hotel or another campsite depending on my route.
I’d love to reach La Chaux-de-Fonds on foot... maybe even Delémont.
The whole thing should take about a week, give or take.
I’ll be bringing my dog, and I’m preparing for this as soon as I’m ready.
Any tips to make sure everything goes smoothly for us? Things I should know—or avoid? What about shepherds with their flocks of sheep? And isn’t hunting season open right now?
I’m not sure if what I’m planning is even doable, which is why I’m asking around.
This’ll be my first time doing something like this—wandering in nature *and* with a dog. I’m really excited for this adventure... and I need it. Thanks!
We’re really keen on ecosystems and want to hike in "natural" ancient forests—not planted woods or areas heavily degraded by human activity. Travel guides (like Lonely Planet) don’t provide much info on this. Could you point us to the most interesting spots?
Thanks in advance for your tips.
We wish you happy holidays and a fantastic 2026, full of discoveries!
Claire and Albert
Hi, this might not be the right section, but I’d like to know if it’s possible to start mountaineering with another person without necessarily hiring a guide. We’ve done quite a bit of hiking but not mountaineering—we’ll just do a half-day glacier course. After that, we were thinking of starting with La Grande Motte and the Pointe de la Traversière, which were recommended to us. Honestly, for things like roping up and knots, I’ll learn at home with lots of videos and a book.
I’d love to know if anyone has done treks in the Rwenzori Mountains and how much it costs on average, what the infrastructure is like, the landscapes, and safety in the area. Thanks so much! I’m really looking forward to your replies.
We’re leaving in 9 days for a two-week trip to Madeira, mainly to hike.
From my research, I’ve found that since last year, access to most trails—and systematically for the most popular ones—is now paid. You have to pay an access fee of 4.50 € per person per classified hike in 2026, and even 10.50 € for the most iconic hike: Pico Arieiro to Pico Ruivo. When paying, you also have to choose a day and a 30-minute time slot for your start time. Of course, this reservation is neither changeable nor refundable, even if the weather that day is terrible.
Personally, given the massive influx of tourists to the island in recent years, I don’t mind paying a fee to help maintain the trails. Similarly, setting a limit on the number of people who can hike them per day is certainly preferable to preserve this priceless heritage.
However, what’s much less fair is that in reality, most of the available spots are reserved: 1/ for Madeira residents (which is normal); 2/ for "economic operators" (meaning local tour operators). For example, if you’re a non-resident (independent tourist), no booking is possible for the Pico Arieiro hike for an early morning start before September! So, unfortunately, we’ll have to skip this hike.
It’s the same issue for Ponta de São Lourenço, the 25 Fontes, Pico Ruivo... in short, all the most popular hikes. Oh well, we’ll skip those too!
So my question is: which hikes do you recommend where we won’t face the huge crowds that the others get? And where we can book the day before for the next day, taking the weather into account?
Finally, a quick accommodation question: we’ve booked the first week in Funchal, but I haven’t decided yet for the second week. Do you have any advice on where to stay in the south or north, preferably avoiding overly concrete-heavy and touristy spots?
I’m reposting about the logistics for Samaria Gorge.
I’d love to get recent info, especially about whether it’s possible to park my car in Omalos, do the hike, and then catch a bus back to my vehicle.
In theory, it’s doable, but when you check the KTEL website, there aren’t any feasible schedules listed. If anyone has recently organized this with reliable, verified details, I’d really appreciate it. Thanks in advance!
Hi there,
We’re flying from Montreal to Lyon this August to go hiking in the French Alps. We’ve rented a car and will be staying at campgrounds. We’re planning to do day hikes and want to stay a few days in one spot, do a few hikes, then move on to our next camping spot. Could you share your favorite spots or any recommendations for places to spend a few days with great hikes?
A few details:
We arrive in early August and leave in early September.
We’re looking for day hikes (or shorter), moderate difficulty, with a cumulative elevation gain of no more than 1000m, and of course, beautiful scenery!
We’d prefer not to drive too much—maybe it’s best not to head too far south and deal with unnecessary heat?
Along the same lines, if you know of any great campgrounds where we can start our hike directly without needing the car, we’d love to hear your suggestions!
Hi there,
I’m planning to go hiking on this island and would like to know the best time to do it. I visited for a few days in November 2018—not for hiking but just to explore—and the weather wasn’t great, especially in the mountains. So, is a star-shaped itinerary doable if I rent a car and maybe use two different accommodations?
I’m not planning to join an organized group—just traveling with one other person and organizing things ourselves—unless you’d recommend a local agency or guide. Finally, even though I’ll be getting maps, a topo guide, and a GPS, I’d really appreciate your top hiking recommendations.
Thanks so much for your tips!
I’m planning to do the Mercantour crossing following the Randoxygène route in mid-July.
I’m used to hiking in the mountains, but I sometimes get vertigo, for example on ridges with drops on both sides. I wanted to check if there are any T4 or T3-T4 sections and find out if there are any very exposed passages—and if so, where—so I can plan an alternative route.
Can anyone give me some info on this?
Thanks!
I’m planning a trip around Cap Corse and the AGRIATES in 2026, from May 8th to 15th (there are still 2 spots left, by the way! Just DM me if you're interested).
I’d love to know which hikes are worth prioritizing in the AGRIATES. We’ll be staying in SALECCIA for two days as our base—what should we focus on from there?
A round trip to IGNHU beach? Any other suggestions?
For Ostricano, I think it’s too far for a round trip...
Thanks for your tips!
Have a great day,
Anie, Toulouse
I’d like to get some info about the GR10 Pyrenees traverse. I need help planning the daily stages and accommodations—my wife isn’t an experienced hiker but walks a lot, so I’d like to schedule shorter walking days and thus a longer overall trip in terms of number of days.
Could anyone give me some help and advice?
Best regards,
Hi there, I’m planning the Annapurna Circuit for March 2027 and I’m looking for a local agency with a local guide—preferably French-speaking—to arrange this trek for us. Any suggestions? Thanks
Hello!
We’re spending a few days in Toraja country at the end of May. We’d love to do a day trek—taking our time—on a route that’s stunning in terms of scenery, but not a level 5 in difficulty!
Any suggestions you can share, please?
Thanks in advance
I’d like to do the Mare a Mare Sud in May over 4 days. I’ve found quite a few places to stay along the route, but I’m stuck on the start and finish.
I’ll be arriving by plane on Sunday evening and would like to start pretty early on Monday morning. Ideally, accommodation right at the trailhead (Alzu di Gallina) would be amazing, but I can’t find anything. Any tips?
Also, for the transfer from Figari Airport to Porto Vecchio or Alzu di Gallina?
At the end, I’d like to pick up a rental car—any advice on that too?
I’m traveling solo by plane to Catania in May and plan to hike the northern side of Etna, starting from Linguaglossa where I’ll arrive by bus. After that, I’d love some info on how to get up to Piano Provenzana (shuttles or hitchhiking), since it seems there’s no public transport except in the summer. Can you sleep there in a free or cheap refuge, or camp? And how far up can you go without having to hire a guide? Thanks in advance. Bernard.
Hi everyone,
I’m heading to Morocco in August and we’ll start with a stop in Chefchaouen (we’re driving).
My question: can anyone suggest a 5-to-7-day loop hiking route from Chefchaouen in Talassemtane Park, ideally passing by the God’s Bridge? Or a paper guidebook that covers a few options?
We prefer wild camping and guesthouses.
Thanks in advance
Hi there, for those who’ve been recently—is it possible to find other solo travelers in March on the island to share transport or room costs? It doesn’t seem easy to travel on a budget.
If you have any recommendations for simple lodgings or places with dorms, I’d love to hear them.
For those who’ve done multi-day treks while moving around: do you need to bring your own sleeping bag? I’d love to hear about itineraries you’ve done without a guide, just with a map and GPS.
Thanks, and have a great day!
Hi everyone!
We’re planning a 15-day road trip to Scotland this summer, specifically to explore and hike on Lewis and Harris—places we’ve never been before. We’ve visited other islands on previous road trips in Scotland (we usually go in April for a week). This would be our first time in Scotland in the summer and for 15 days. We’re looking at late August to early September.
I’m currently drafting the itinerary. We’d be crossing from Ullapool and were thinking of spending 3 nights on Harris and 4 nights on Lewis.
Does that sound balanced to you? Is it better to keep the same accommodation on Harris and the same on Lewis to explore the area? I’d love to hear about any past experiences you’ve had on these islands.
Thanks!
Hi there, I’m trying to leave for 15 days very soon to São Vicente. I’m either looking to join an agency or figure things out on my own to go hiking on one of these islands or both. From what I’ve seen, it’s not easy to organize with local transport, so it gets expensive. Can I use the services of a small local agency? I’m looking for the simplest way to hike for several days. Also, how do you get from São Vicente to São Nicolau? Thanks in advance and have a great day!
Aichatou
I’ve been wanting to do this for several years, and this year’s the one. Next September, I’ll be trekking in Tusheti (Georgia), from Omalo to Shatili.
Of course, I won’t be renting a vehicle that’d just sit unused. No problem getting to Pshaveli, but from there to Omalo, it’s a dirt road (still the case?)
There must be some form of public transport since there are so many guesthouses, and not all travelers come in a 4x4.
If any of you have been to Omalo, could you confirm that these shared transports exist and how often they run?
