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This list is a guide to what you will need on your trip and is not exhaustive. Please take into account your personal preferences and apply
common sense based on your own experiences of travelling. Remember that the aim is to pack light while ensuring that you are prepared
for all weathers.
Temperatures can fluctuate hugely between night and day therefore the emphasis should be on thin layers which can easily be adjusted
rather than thick and heavy clothing.
LUGGAGE DOCUMENTS & MONEY REQUIRED EQUIPMENT
Day sac 30-40L Passport Sleeping bag
Look for a wide waist belt for comfort and consider Which sleeping bag you choose will depend upon
back ventilation and hydration storage Visa if required how susceptible you are to cold at night and what
you wear when sleeping. Down bags tend to be
Flight booking reference or e-ticket
Holdall/duffel bag 70-90L more compact and warmer.
Free new holdall supplied to every client in Nepal Immigration info (including arrival hotel) Comfort rating of -20 for treks above 4000m.
Comfort rating -10 for treks below 4000m.
Optional waterproof liner Travel insurance details
Strongly advised in the mountains Water bottle/hydration bladder
Spare photo ID such as driving licence Storage for 3 litres of water by using either bottles
Optional suitcase and/or a bladder. One bottle suitable for boiling
For use on international flights and to store non Spare passport photo water is advised.
trekking items securely in the hotel.
Money GB£ or foreign currency Torch
Optional packing organisers Preferably an LED head torch with spare batteries.
Useful to keep gear separate/clean. You can either
Credit card (with emergency credit limit) Sunglasses
purchase specialist packing cubes, dry sacks or UV400 protection advised + hard storage case.
Copy documents
simply use carrier bags. Essential for treks that get onto snow.

HEALTH & HYGIENE

FOOTWEAR ADVISABLE EQUIPMENT
Small standard first aid kit
Walking boots Camera
Waterproof & comfortable offering ankle protection. Additional plasters
Travel towel
Zinc Oxide tape
Evening Footwear Spare batteries and memory card
To be worn around camp - this can be the same Painkillers
sandals, flip flops or trainers. Combination lock or zip ties
Cold & Flu medication
Diarrhoea tablets
Rehydration sachets OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
CLOTHING
Personal Medication Trekking poles
Waterproof jacket and trousers
A re-usable poncho is an alternative for short term Sun Lotion - SPF30 minimum Mobile Phone + charger
wear. iPod/MP3 player + headphones
Lip protection with SPF
Duvet jacket Solar charger
Insect repellent (with DEET)
Light/medium weight for evenings and early
mornings. Perfect in Nepal. Toothbrush & tooth paste Pocket knife

Trekking trousers Deodorant, soap & razor

For sun protection and warmth, these should be
Shampoo/conditioner SPECIALIST ESSENTIAL EQUIPMENT
lightweight and not jeans. Consider convertible
trousers as these can double up as shorts. Tissue/toilet paper The following are required for trekking
peaks: Mera & Island Peaks. You can either
Shorts Wet wipes
take your own, or hire (in Kathmandu or UK).
Light weight, short sleeved T shirts/vests Hand sanitizer
Boots capable of taking a crampon
Light weight, long sleeved loose shirt
Crampons
Sun protection for arms and back of neck USEFUL EXTRAS
Ice axe
Light weight fleece Gaffa tape for emergency repairs
Safety helmet
Thermal base layer - top and bottoms Carrier bags for dirty clothes
Climbing harness
Hiking socks Pillow case (fill with clothes to make a pillow)
Jumor
Underwear Guide book
Fig 8 descender
Warm hat Games/cards Karabiners
Gloves Reading/writing material
Sun hat Bungee ties
Buff or scarf Spare laces
Swimming costume Additional wash kit for pre & post trek
Night/evening clothes Ziploc/freezer bags to store items
A long sleeved top and leggings/jogging
bottoms will help you retain heat as the evening Electrical plug adaptors
temperatures drop. Keep night/evening clothes
separate & clean.

Non trekking clothes

Clothes for sight seeing and meals out taking
into account local customs regarding acceptable
clothing. These can be stored during your trek.
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PACK SMART
Below are some notes to help you pack the right gear for YOU. It’s not always essential to buy specialist ‘trekking’ clothing and
equipment as you may already have suitable items.

Day Sacks
We recommend a day sac of 30 - 40l capacity*. It may appear big when you see or try one on but you’ll be surprised what you need
to carry. Despite the size, the weight you’ll be carrying (including water) will be about 6 - 8 kg. Look for a framed sac, one with ventila-
tion between the sac and your back and a good wide waist belt. Make sure it fits you; they do vary with back length.
* A 35l capacity sac is the minimum required for trekking peaks; you will require the capacity on summit days.
Read more about day sacks at the following links: Mountain Warehouse, Cotswold Outdoor, Go Outdoors

Clothing
Temperatures can fluctuate enormously from day to night. Numerous light layers are better than heavyweight clothing. Pay particular
attention to waterproof clothing and protection of your daysack; getting wet and cold on the move can have serious consequences as
can allowing your kit to get wet. Duvet jackets are almost essential in Nepal for heat retention at altitude.
Read more about the layer system at the following links: Cotswold Outdoor, Go Outdoors

Sleeping bags
A good nights sleep is essential to any adventure of this nature to keep you ticking over during the days and prevent long term
deterioration. Look for a sleeping bag with a Comfort Rating as close to the anticipated min temperature for your trek*. Thermal
clothing and sleeping bags liners can increase the temperature inside bags as can wearing a wooly hat! The variety of bags available is
huge so do your homework.
* Both Mera and Island Peak trips spend nights in tents (colder). All other trips are lodge based.
Read more about sleeping bags at the following links: Mountain Warehouse, Go Outdoors

Hydration
On any adventure activity, it is vital to keep hydrated. There are basically two systems to carry/drink water on treks; the use of simple
water bottles or a hydration bladder (or a mix of both). If you are using the latter, make sure that your day sac has a hydration pouch
to slide the bladder into (most modern ones do).
We recommend using 1 litre water bottles, they tent to fit nicely into side pouches.
If using, we recommend using a 2 litre bladder. Make sure you protect bladder tubes from the cold; they freeze quickly and easily at
altitude. Frost protection sleeves are obtainable for camelbacs.
Read more about hydration hiring guides at the following links: Outdoor Gear Lab, Go Outdoors

Equipment Hire
Don’t discount hiring equipment or clothing if your adventure is likely to be a one-off or you are trying it all out to see if it is for you.
The more expensive bits of kit such as good sleeping bags and day sacks can be hired from professional companies.
Read more about hydration guides at the following links: Expedition Kit Hire, Trek Hire UK

International Flights
Please remember to pack all sharp, medical or liquid items in your hold luggage. We would always recommend that you wear your
walking boots and use your day sac as hand luggage on the flight with all essential items in case your hold luggage is delayed or lost
by the airline for long enough to have an impact on the your trek.

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