How to trek across Chile
  • 1. What is the most important piece of equipment for trekking in Chile?
A) Sturdy hiking boots
B) An expensive camera
C) A fancy hat
D) A portable espresso machine
  • 2. What is the best time of year to trek in Patagonia?
A) June to August
B) All year round
C) October to April
D) December to February
  • 3. What is a 'refugio' in the Chilean Andes?
A) A traditional Chilean dance
B) A type of Chilean bird
C) A mountain hut or shelter
D) A specific type of Chilean currency
  • 4. What is the biggest weather concern while trekking in Chile?
A) Lack of wind
B) Sudden and dramatic changes
C) Predictable rain patterns
D) Consistent sunshine
  • 5. What is the most popular trekking destination in Torres del Paine National Park?
A) The Z Trek
B) The B Trek
C) The W Trek
D) The A Trek
  • 6. What is 'Serac'?
A) A high altitude illness
B) A local trekking guide
C) A block or column of glacial ice
D) A type of Chilean stew
  • 7. What type of currency is used in Chile?
A) Argentine Peso
B) US Dollar
C) Chilean Peso
D) Euro
  • 8. What language is primarily spoken in Chile?
A) Portuguese
B) English
C) Spanish
D) Italian
  • 9. What is the recommended level of physical fitness for trekking the 'O' circuit in Torres del Paine?
A) High
B) Average
C) None
D) Low
  • 10. What kind of permits are usually required for trekking in Chilean national parks?
A) Hunting permits
B) Fishing permits
C) Vehicle permits
D) Entry and camping permits
  • 11. What is advisable to protect yourself from the sun?
A) Only a hat
B) Sunscreen, hat, and sunglasses
C) Heavy winter coat
D) Nothing, embrace the sun
  • 12. What is the most appropriate type of clothing to pack?
A) Just a swimsuit
B) Only t-shirts
C) Only heavy sweaters
D) Layers
  • 13. What should you do with your trash while trekking?
A) Leave it for animals
B) Burn it
C) Bury it
D) Pack it out with you
  • 14. What is a common type of wildlife you might encounter?
A) Polar bears
B) Kangaroos
C) Guanacos
D) Lions
  • 15. What is a good way to purify water while trekking?
A) Boiling, filters, or purification tablets
B) Leaving it in the sun
C) Adding salt
D) Adding sugar
  • 16. What is altitude sickness?
A) Allergies due to pollen
B) Illness caused by low oxygen levels at high altitudes
C) Motion sickness
D) A fear of heights
  • 17. Which of these is a good skill to have for trekking?
A) Navigation (map and compass)
B) Singing
C) Driving a racecar
D) Advanced cooking
  • 18. What is a 'Pisco Sour'?
A) A traditional Chilean dance
B) A type of Chilean bird
C) A Chilean mountain range
D) A popular Chilean and Peruvian cocktail
  • 19. What is a good way to prevent blisters?
A) Wearing plastic bags on your feet
B) Ignoring any discomfort
C) Walking barefoot
D) Well-fitting socks and shoes
  • 20. What should you do if you encounter a puma?
A) Play dead
B) Run away immediately
C) Offer it food
D) Make yourself look large and make noise.
  • 21. What is 'mate' in Chile?
A) A traditional South American caffeinated drink
B) A Chilean musical instrument
C) A style of Chilean architecture
D) A type of Chilean fish
  • 22. Which of these is a typical trekking food?
A) Ice cream
B) Trail mix
C) Pizza
D) Sushi
  • 23. What is a windproof jacket important?
A) To stay warm in a sauna
B) To look fashionable
C) To protect against strong Patagonian winds
D) To attract wildlife
  • 24. Which of these is the responsibility of a trekker?
A) Littering freely
B) Feeding wild animals
C) Protecting the environment
D) Starting campfires anywhere
  • 25. What is the best way to prepare for a long trek?
A) Ignoring any potential challenges
B) Physical training and research.
C) Assuming everything will be easy
D) Only buying expensive gear
  • 26. What is 'Glamping'?
A) A type of glacier
B) Glamorous Camping
C) A trekking style
D) A special type of grass
  • 27. What is CONAF?
A) A type of Chilean bread
B) The Chilean National Forest Corporation
C) A mountain range
D) A high altitude lake
  • 28. What is the difference between 'trekking' and 'hiking'?
A) There is no difference
B) Trekking is generally longer and more challenging than hiking
C) Hiking is more difficult than trekking
D) Trekking only happens in Chile
  • 29. What is 'Calafate' known for?
A) A local trekking guide
B) A map making company
C) A type of hiking boot
D) A Patagonian berry and a town near El Calafate.
  • 30. What is the best way to avoid getting lost?
A) Use a map, compass, and GPS
B) Ignoring the weather
C) Following animal trails
D) Relying on your instincts
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