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When the activity level is too high

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Road Scholar over 5 years ago

Occasionally, I see programs that look fascinating but have an activity level that is higher than I usually enjoy. Should I attend the program and try to challenge myself or play it safe?

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  • charlotte.drayer010411
    charlotte.drayer010411 over 5 years ago
    We just returned from The Complete Ecuador program which was labeled "active". Most of the programs we've taken have been labeled active and were fine for us. This one, however, was occasionally more active that we anticipated: 2 hikes and 2 snorkeling expeditions in one day in the Galapagos, for example, stretched us because of the heat. We found, however, that so long as you tell the leader that you plan to sit out an activity, it's okay to do that.
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  • beverly102599052347
    beverly102599052347 over 4 years ago in reply to charlotte.drayer010411
    Good to know, Charlotte. April 23 will be my first RS trip. If I had understood how to navigate, I may have found a less active trip for Bryce and Zion. Level is active. But I did 26 miles biking (level) a couple of times last summer. I am training at a gym and will increase my efforts. I am an active 72.
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  • janet.cubar013056
    janet.cubar013056 over 4 years ago in reply to beverly102599052347
    If you can bike 26 miles, that's great. I've never been to Bryce & Zion, but hiking/walking at higher elevations in general can be more tiring. Hiking/walking uphill adds to the challenge as does a rocky terrain. Your detailed trip itinerary should have info on the daily hikes/walks (elevation, elevation gain, and miles) plus what gear is recommended. Have fun!
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  • TravelHound
    TravelHound over 4 years ago in reply to beverly102599052347
    The trip reviews did offer up that "... Guides were good at offering hikes for folks of varying ability and you were able to choose what hike suited you."... if that offers some peace of mind. Most group leaders are also okay if you let them know you are not participating and where you will be. Both parks are stunning and not to be missed. Enjoy.
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  • TravelHound
    TravelHound over 4 years ago in reply to beverly102599052347
    The trip reviews did offer up that "... Guides were good at offering hikes for folks of varying ability and you were able to choose what hike suited you."... if that offers some peace of mind. Most group leaders are also okay if you let them know you are not participating and where you will be. Both parks are stunning and not to be missed. Enjoy.
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  • salbubm061855
    salbubm061855 over 3 years ago in reply to TravelHound
    was this the Utah's Grand Circle of Parks ;Keep the Pace?
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