A Close Community

“Adventure Treks’ unique emphasis on the ‘culture of kindness’ and the way they form adolescent students into a true community is what separates Adventure Treks from other programs”

– Patricia Soong
Hillsborough, CA

Backpacking


Most people think that backpacking means carrying a heavy pack uphill, but you’ll soon see how Adventure Treks makes backpacking a ton of fun! 

The scenery will be amazing.  A backpacking trip is the best way to get to know your trip mates on a personal level and to connect with your instructors. 

 

 

After each trip, year after year students consistently rank backpacking as the #1 activity on their trip.

How is the food while backpacking?

The question we hear most often is “how’s the food?”  Our students are universally impressed with the delicious meals we can create using a backpacking stove. 

There are lots of fresh foods, snacks and dessert.  You’ll learn to prepare traditional Adventure Treks meals like "Thanksgiving Dinner" and "Ramen Extreme."

How much will my pack weigh?

During backpacks, you bring only what you need for a few days and leave the rest of your things in your duffel in the van. 

Packs generally weigh 25-45 pounds, depending on your size; the hip belt makes it much more comfortable than your school backpack.

Do I need to buy a backpack?

No!  Adventure Treks provides your backpack a no extra charge.  

 


Choose Your Best Experience

Backpacking is featured on all of our trips.


Backpack on the beach on these trips:

Most remote areas where we backpack:

Plan your own backpack on Leadership Summit!


Go to another activity:

Rafting

mountaineering

Canyoneering

Whitewater Kayaking

Mountain Biking

Zipline

Ice Climbing

Rock Climbing

Caving

Canoeing

First Aid

Sailing

Sea Kayaking

Backpacking

 

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