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More and more these days, adventure holidays are becoming a popular alternative to beach holidays and the like. As previously mentioned in our article on desert hiking – the great outdoors is a fantastic way to spend your spare time and mountaineering especially, is becoming a favourite holiday adventure of mine.

When thinking of planning a mountaineering holiday, be sure to follow a few of these rules:

Always come prepared - Carefully plan out what supplies will be needed on your trip, and always assume that you may need additional food, water and warm clothing should you run into any problems while on the trip. There is nothing worse than being under preapred as this is when accidents can happen. If you are an inexperienced climber, don’t be afraid to seek mountain training from a professional, who can teach you how to handle yourself in the wild outdoors.

Be sure to check you have up to date – Quality Mountain Equipment which will help you fend off the cold and any potentially dangerous situations. A good waterproof jackets, hiking boots and additional survival gear is neccesary. If you are just starting out on lighter walks, then a suitable walking coat, with some strong boots and a rucksack will be sufficient.

Always check ahead for adverse weather conditions – When out in the great outdoors, the quality of your trip and ultimately, the safety of your party can rest on good weather at your destination. Check with your local met office for updates on wind, rain and any other factors which can be problematic for climbers. While mountaineering is often left to the experts, even a beginner can find a good number of climbing spots to enjoy for a holiday. So ditch the sandals, grab yourself some mountaineering gear and take to the hills!

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