The Four Grades

🟢 Easy — "Come as you are"

Who it's for: First-time adventurers, walkers, birders, and anyone easing back into activity. No training required.

Daily activity: Roughly 2–5 miles (3–8 km) on foot, spread across the day with frequent stops. Safari and birding days are vehicle- or hide-based with short, optional walks.
Terrain: Flat to gently rolling. Well-maintained paths, boardwalks, lodge grounds, and easy trails.
Elevation: Minimal — typically under 500 ft (150 m) of gain per day.
Intensity: Relaxed. Plenty of time to rest, photograph, and soak it in.

🟡 Moderate — "Comfortably active"

Who it's for: People who are regularly active a few times a week and comfortable being on their feet for a few hours.

Daily activity: Roughly 5–10 miles (8–16 km) on foot, or full active days afield on wildlife trips.
Terrain: Rolling hills and mixed surfaces — trail, gravel, and the occasional uneven or rocky stretch.
Elevation: Moderate — around 500–1,500 ft (150–450 m) of gain on bigger days.
Intensity: Sustained but conversational. You'll feel pleasantly worked at the end of the day.

🟠 Challenging — "Ready for more"

Who it's for: Fit, experienced adventurers who train consistently and enjoy a real physical challenge.

Daily activity: Roughly 8–14 miles (13–22 km) on foot, sometimes on back-to-back days.
Terrain: Hilly to mountainous. Technical singletrack, rocky footing, roots, and sustained climbs and descents.
Elevation: Significant — commonly 1,500–3,000 ft (450–900 m) of gain in a day.
Intensity: Demanding. Longer days that reward preparation, with time to recover built into the itinerary.

🔴 Strenuous — "The full expedition"

Who it's for: Highly fit adventurers with prior endurance or mountain experience who are seeking a serious objective.

Daily activity: 12–18+ miles (20–30+ km) on foot, often across consecutive big days.
Terrain: Steep, rugged, and remote. Rough trails, scrambling, variable footing, and possible altitude.
Elevation: Substantial — 3,000+ ft (900+ m) of gain, sometimes more.
Intensity: High and sustained. These trips ask a lot and give back even more.

A Few Things to Keep in Mind

Grades describe the trip, not you. You can always take the easier option, shorten a day, or ride when offered. Choosing the "hard" trip doesn't mean you have to do every hard mile of it.
Terrain and altitude matter as much as distance. A shorter day on technical, high-elevation ground can feel tougher than a longer day on flat trail. We weigh all of it when we assign a grade.
We're honest about the hard days. If a trip has one standout tough stretch, we'll tell you before you book — no surprises.
When in doubt, ask. Get in touch and we'll help you find the trip that fits.

Every body is an adventure body. We can't wait to explore with you.