Climbing time
In Vietnam, the dry season from November to April is the best time for mountain climbing and trekking. It is necessary to study the terrain to decide the appropriate time to travel to achieve the final destination.
Long and difficult trips should be planned carefully. Shorter and simpler trips can be taken at convenient times of the year.
Good weather greatly affects (50-60%) the enjoyment of the trip, the quality of the photos, health, and the level of danger. You should also learn about the route, terrain, length, etc. to calculate the time to suit your preferences.
Practice before climbing
Doctors advise that people with heart disease, high blood pressure, respiratory failure and pregnant women should not climb mountains. In the days before climbing, they should eat nutritious food, have enough vitamin C, drink enough water, limit alcohol and tobacco, and most importantly, get 7 hours of sleep a day.
You can practice walking, jogging, climbing stairs, swimming, holding your breath for 90 seconds, standing up and sitting down 400 - 1000 times continuously, practicing standing on one leg, closing your eyes for 90 seconds... a week - a month before climbing to increase your body's endurance and flexibility.
Mountain climbing gear
Mountain climbing is a very tiring and arduous journey, so the luggage should be compact with only the necessary items. The clothes should be loose, the shoes should be spiked with high friction and grip. You should also use knee and elbow pads and a thick coat to protect against the cold and avoid injury during the trip.
In addition, other luggage depends on the planned route: whether there is a trail or a path must be paved, whether there is a porter and guide, and the duration of the trip. A knife and flashlight are also indispensable items.
Water and food
When you sweat a lot, you will need to drink water regularly. You should drink in small sips, let the water slowly flow down your throat.
To be able to drink continuously while still moving, you should hang the water bottle right in front of your chest. Drinking water properly helps you save energy and replenish energy at the right time.
In addition to the necessary food for the whole journey, it is necessary to always have high energy reserve foods (chocolate, snicker cakes) with you.
Necessary items
Stick: YesWhether it is a professional climbing stick or just a sturdy tree branch, the stick will “support” your body weight a lot, especially when “going down the mountain”.
Lighter: a lighter can help you prevent many risks while climbing such as cold, getting lost...
Phone Watch: These are two items that are definitely necessary. When hiking abroad, it is advisable to use roaming service for your phone.
Warm, waterproof hats and gloves: There are many high mountain peaks, when climbing you have to face the cold, rain… so hats and gloves should be waterproof. You should choose hats that cover your nose, mouth, and ears.
Some notes
In the mountainous areas, mosquitoes, leeches, and snakes are problems that you need to be concerned about. Before you go, go to the pharmacy to buy some medicine to prevent mosquitoes and leeches.
During the trip, you should wear protective clothing, especially shoes, and choose clean, open resting places to avoid wild snakes. You should also not eat wild fruits or vegetables without knowing about them because you may encounter poisonous fruits and vegetables, which are very dangerous.
