What’s The Difference Between Trekking & Hiking?

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Many of us confuse trekking and hiking with each other.

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But aren’t they both the same? Here’s the difference between these two adventurous activities.

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Hiking is a long energetic walk on footpaths or hiking trails for a day or overnight.

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While trekking is a long vigorous hike for multiple days.

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By definition, trekking means to make a long or difficult journey.

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While hiking is an activity of going for long walks for pleasure.

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For hiking, there is a specific trail marked.

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But trekking offers you freedom as there is no marked trail.

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However, both these activities help you stay fit and healthy!

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