TRAVEL LEVELS
Evaluate your physical level
A scale of 1 to 5 based on intensity, distance and difficulty of the terrain
To find out which trip is best for you or if you have the right level for any of them, We have ranked our trips, scoring them from 1 to 5, based on the intensity of the trip, the difficulty dthe terrain, but also of the speed of progression necessary for that trip.
We have also chosen to use the UTMB index or INTRA index so that you can better understand the levels. The UTMB index or ITRA mini index mentioned is indicative and indicates, according to our team, the grade you need to achieve to make the most of this trip.
For each of these levels, you will find details of the prerequisites (the minimum training to live the trip in the best possible way, in our opinion), as well as a description of the terrains crossed and the length of the days.
These levels are particularly important to ensure good homogeneity between the different participants in the trip and to ensure that the speed of progression is adequate.
1 / 5
EXPLORER
Ideal for those who are starting out in trail running and want to discover it at a comfortable pace.
UTMB mini index: 300
Distance: 15 to 20 km per day
Elevation: 500 to 1,000 D+ per day
Land: trails, meadows
Prerequisites: Practice running regularly (at least 2 1-hour runs per week), with some long trail running runs of more than 3 hours on varied paths.
Occasionally practice other endurance sports (cycling, cross-country skiing, hiking, etc.).
During the trip: 1 to 2 days, 12 to 20 km per day and 500 to 1,000 D+ maximum per day. Trips can last up to 5 hours in the mountains.
Type of terrain: Trails, tracks, some small paths or short scree crossings. Possibility of passing over a ridge or a less exposed ledge.
2 / 5
Adventurous
For runners with some trail experience looking for moderate routes with some challenge.
UTMB or ITRA mini index: 350
Distance: 17 to 25 km per day
Elevation: 800 to 1200 D+ per day
Land: Small trails
Prerequisites: Practice running regularly (at least 2 runs of 1h30 per week) and occasionally go on a long trail running run of more than 3h on varied paths.
Occasionally practice other endurance sports (cycling, cross-country skiing, etc.) as well as mountain hiking.
During the trip: 2 to 4 days, 17 to 25 km and 800 to 1,200 D+ maximum per day. Trips can last up to 6 hours in the mountains.
Terrain technique: Numerous small paths and rocky crossings. Possibility of crossing a ridge or a less exposed bend.
3 / 5
Challenge
Challenging routes with greater gradients and distances, for those who want to surpass themselves.
UTMB or ITRA mini index: 450
Distance: 20 to 30 km per day
Positive gradient: 1000 to 1800 D+ per day
Land: rolling trails, alpine pastures, small trails
Prerequisites: You regularly practice running (at least 3 runs of 1h30 per week) and occasionally go for a long run of more than 4h on trails.
You regularly practice other endurance sports (cycling, cross-country skiing, etc.) as well as mountain hiking.
During the trip: 3 to 4 days, 20 to 30 km per day and 1000 to 1,800 D+ maximum per day. Trips can last up to 7 hours in the mountains.
Terrain technique: trails, tracks, alpine pastures, small paths and scree crossings. Possibility of passing over a ridge or a less exposed pass.
4 / 5
Epic
For experienced runners looking for long journeys and technical terrain.
UTMB or ITRA mini index: 500
Distance: 25 to 40 km per day
Elevation: 1,500 to 2,500 D+ per day
Land: Trails, slopes, alpine meadows, rocky areas, snowfields…
Prerequisites: You run very regularly (at least 4-5 runs of 1h30 per week) and you regularly go on long runs of more than 5h on trails.
You practice other endurance sports (cycling, cross-country skiing, etc.) and regularly go mountain hiking.
During the trip: 3 to 7 days, 25 to 40 km per day and 1500 to 2500 D+ maximum per day. Trips can last up to 9 hours in the mountains.
Terrain technique: scree, ridges, snowfields, exposed turns. It feels comfortable on all types of trails and can encounter technical passages (screes, snowfields, steep slopes) and aerial sections.
5 / 5
Extreme
Only for the strongest: long distances, high mountains and maximum demand.
UTMB or ITRA mini index: 530
Distance: 30 to 50 km per day
Elevation: 1,500 to 3,500 D+ per day
Land: Rocky slopes, ridges, off-trails, snowfields…
Prerequisites: Practice running very regularly (at least 5 runs of 1h30 per week), with regular long runs of more than 6h on trails.
Practicing other endurance sports (cycling, cross-country skiing, etc.) as well as regular mountain hiking.
During the trip: 2 to 7 days, 30 to 50 km per day and 1500 to 3500 D+ maximum per day. Trips can last up to 10 hours in the mountains.
Terrain technique: scree, ridges, off-trail, snowfields, exposed turns Comfortable on all types of trails, even highly technical (scrape, snow, steep slopes) and aerial sections.
QUESTIONS ABOUT LEVELS
The levels we define for each of our trips are established so that you can enjoy the Trail Tour in the best possible way, without getting injured.
Throughout the trip, the guides reserve the right to detain a participant if your physical and/or technical level It is not enough, or if your speed of progression is not adapted to the characteristics that the trip requires, for safety reasons.
So it's up to you understand well the required level, in relation to your current physical condition and training.
If for any reason (injury, illness, insufficient fitness, decision of the organizer or guide) cannot complete the planned stage in whole or in part, we will do everything necessary to organize your repatriation and allow you to continue the rest of your journey.
Any individual transfer and, if necessary, that of an accompanying guide not included in the program, will always be will be borne by the participant.
In previous years, most of the participants in our Trail Tours had a UTMB or ITRA index. Therefore, we have chosen to use these indicators to classify our trail courses.
You can find your index UTMB here https://utmb.world/es/utmb-index/runner-search
You can find your index ITRA here https://itra.run/Runners/FindARunner
Have you checked the UTMB index and ITRA index websites but you are not listed? No problem, you can check the requirements listed, which will give you an idea of the training required to participate in this trip.
In any case, if you have any doubts about your level, do not hesitate to contact us. (info@altatrek.com) by email or directly by phone or WhatsApp.
