Thailand Mountain Climbing Rating System

Hiking

The route steepness varies and there is a trail. There could be some use of hands. This is suitable for most fitness levels.

Scramble

This is an easy to moderate climb often requiring hand-holds and proper foot placement is necessary. Ropes and gear may be required.

Basic Climbing

Requires moderate fitness and some climbing skills. Ropes and protection is needed to safely reach the summit. There is likely going to be some verical climbing, though the verical sections won't be lengthy.

Technical Climbing

Requires a phyically fitness level that is higher than the basic climbing level. Experience is often needed, but not an absolute must. Physically fit persons can participate on certain routes. Some routes require technical rock climbing skills in addition to being fit. Evacuation could be difficult if an injury ocurs.

Mountain Climbing Expedition

These are multi-day trips requiring jungle camping and some hardship. Participants need to be fit enough to carry a backpack over long and steep distances. There could be very technical section or not. Evacuation is difficult due to the remoteness of the climb. Expeditions are, arguably, the most rewarding form of climbing.

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