5 tips for a safe mountain trek
Written by Sanaa EL OMARI on . Posted in KAPTREK OUTDOOR PILOT - EN
![Pratiquant outdoor](https://kaptrek.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Miniature-sport.jpg)
Here are our 5 tips for enjoying a peaceful trek in the mountains…
TIPS #1 – PLAN YOUR ITINERARY
Choose your itinerary according to your physical abilities and gather the necessary information so that everything goes well: number of days, sleeping place, dangers, weather…
![Itinéraire outdoor](https://kaptrek.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Itineraire-300x300.jpg)
TIPS #2 – BRING ENOUGH WATER
Regular hydration is essential when hiking in the mountains, even in winter. Water will help keep you cool and give you the strength to keep going.
![Gourde outdoor](https://kaptrek.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Gourde-300x300.jpg)
TIPS #3 – WEAR THE RIGHT CLOTHES
Bring different layers of clothing, so you can adapt to the weather and temperature throughout the hike. So you’ll always be prepared for anything.
![Vêtement outdoor](https://kaptrek.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Vetements-outdoor-300x300.jpg)
TIPS #4 – tell someone about your project
Share all the information about the trek: location, length, expected duration, starting point, finishing point… In the event of an incident, they will be able to alert the emergency services!
![Prévenir ses proches en outdoor](https://kaptrek.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Informer-300x300.jpg)
TIPS #5 – BE EQUIPPED
Do not overload your bag but take only the essentials. Bringing a Kaptrek might be a good idea 😉
Get rid of all your other connected devices.
Kaptrek does everything to secure your trek.
Discover it on the main page www.kaptrek.com!
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