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==Required Skills and Capabilities==
The Greater Patagonian Trail requires endurance not only because of the total trail lenght but the rather long trail sections. The first three sections exceed 100 km each without regular resupply points on the route. If combining sections the distances become even larger.
Hiking this trail requires a datailed planning and preparation before and during the hike. The gear needs to be reduced to what is essential and before each section the correct type and quantity of food needs to be selected.
The isolation of some parts of the trail demands a self-reliant attitude and cautious behaviour. The hiker needs to feel confident and move safely in various terrains, that reach from snow covered mountains passes to dense tempered rain forests.
Good navigational skills are essential since the route is mostly unmarked. The hiker needs to recognize and follow the often only vaguely visible trails. Knowledge in setting up and using a GPS is compulsory.
This trail should only be attempted with at least some Spanish knowledge and practice. You should be able to introduce yourself, explain what you are doing and buy food and other supplies. Hardly anyone that you will meat along the trail speaks or understands even a few words in English.
==Difficulties, Dangers and Annoyances==