Mountain Hiking: Explore the Great Outdoors
In Kenya, the term “hiking” refers to a long, strenuous walk, typically along trails or footpaths in rural areas. In contrast, “walking” is used to describe shorter, more casual strolls, especially in urban environments.
The word hiking is also often used in the UK, along with rambling (a slightly old-fashioned term), hill walking, and fell walking (a term mostly used for hill walking in northern England). The term bush walking is endemic to Australia, having been adopted by the Sydney Bush Walkers club in 1927. In New Zealand, a long and vigorous walk or hike is referred to as “tramping.” This activity is widely enjoyed and supported by various hiking organizations around the globe. Research indicates that walking, in all its forms, offers numerous health benefits.
