Difficulty ratings

2/5: MODERATE-LEVEL STAYS

These trips are accessible to as many people as possible, thanks to the relative ease of walking. Hiking days are relatively short (6 hours maximum), not very difficult and take place in a relatively remote region.

Some passes and passages may be at high altitude, but they do not represent any specific difficulty. However, you will need to manage the sequence of walking days and the remoteness of the journey.

You must be able to climb at least 800 meters per day, over several days. You must accept the sometimes sketchy conditions of accommodation, which could potentially be in a camp.

We advise you to keep in shape before you set off by practicing an endurance sport regularly.

3/5: SUSTAINED-LEVEL STAYS

These trips are for you if you already have a good experience of hiking and/or trekking.

Walks are between 6 and 8 hours daily for the duration of the trip, and some sections may be more difficult. The trip may take place at high altitude on part of the itinerary.

You must be able to climb at least 1000 meters per day, over several consecutive days. You must be able to accept potentially difficult mountain conditions and sometimes rustic accommodation in refuges, lodges or camps.

We strongly advise you to take part in regular endurance sports and to prepare yourself specifically for this trip two months in advance.

We also invite you to have a mountain medicine consultation.

4/5: VERY INTENSIVE STAYS

These trips are for you if you’re an experienced walker who can hike more than 8 hours a day at high altitude (> 3500m) for the duration of the trek.

The terrain can include difficult and/or lengthy sections that must be managed by each individual. The remoteness of certain itineraries represents real adventures, and the experience already acquired on previous trips will be of paramount importance so that you can make the most of them.

You must be able to climb at least 1500 meters per day, over several consecutive days. You must be willing to accept potentially difficult mountain conditions and sometimes rustic accommodation in refuges, lodges or camps.

You’ll need to keep fit regularly, practising an endurance sport several times a week, and preparing yourself specifically two months before departure.

We advise you to start with a less remote itinerary, to gain experience and prepare yourself for this second stay. First things first.

5/5: EXTREMELY DEMANDING STAYS

This very specific type of trip is carried out in small groups over difficult terrain.

These are reserved for very experienced walkers who have already travelled with Watse.

You must be able to endure positive vertical drops of close to 2,000 meters per day over several days. You must be willing to endure very difficult conditions throughout the trip. You are self-sufficient and mentally sound.

You’ll need to keep fit on a regular basis and take part in endurance sports (such as walking, running, cycling or swimming) several times a week, as well as preparing specifically for them two months before departure.

You can also sign up for a less remote itinerary to gain experience and prepare yourself.

This difficulty is only available in tailor-made travels.

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