Nepal Trek Packing List

All mountain treks have a wide range of temperatures so following is some of the things you need on your Nepal Trek packing list. The best clothing is a lot of thin layers. Such clothing is easier to adjust as the temperature fluctuates and is also more effective insulation than a few thick items of clothing.

Sleeping and carrying equipment

Daypack
Duffle bag or large back pack for porters to carry on the mountain (not suitcases), maximum 15kg (33 lbs)
Padlock to secure your pack
Plastic bags of various sizes to protect equipment you want to ensure is dry (e.g. sleeping bag and books) and for your day pack
Stuff sacks
Sleeping bag – 4 season

Drinking

2 x 1 litre water bottle or equivalent
Purification equipment. Boiled drinking water is provided but you might want to use iodine or chlorine for further purification. Bring powdered juice to take away the taste if you use chemicals! Filtration pumps are excellent, though costly.

Footwear

Walking boots that are worn-in and have proven quality (leather strongly recommended)
Thick socks and maybe also thin socks or sock liners to wear under the thick socks (this often helps to prevent blisters).
Trainers or trekking sandals to wear in camp.
Gaiters can be very helpful in wet conditions and to stop scree from getting inside your boots.

Inner clothing

T-shirts. At least some synthetic as cotton dries poorly and does not provide very good insulation.
Underwear.
Trousers (loose and comfortable). One pair should be thick and warm.
Thermals or base layer for top and bottom (merino wool or synthetic)

Outer clothing

4 seasons down jacket
Trekking trousers
Fleece jacket and pants
Long sleeved shirts
Waterproof jacket and trousers.
2 pairs of gloves/mittens (1 thin, 1 thick).

Head and face

Wool or fleece hat
Sunhat
Scarf
Sunglasses (essential for summit days to avoid snow blindness).
Sun cream with a high factor.
Lip balm, preferably with sun protection.

Personal usage

Towel and toiletries. Toiletry bag to include toilet paper, toothpaste, toothbrush, soap, towel, etc.
Insect repellant
Favourite snacks
Head torch. Practical in camp and very necessary on the summit day. Remember to bring lots of batteries and to allow for evening reading.
Camera and film or batteries
Pocket knife (always handy to have!).
Reading material and games/cards.

Medical Equipment

Group medical kits with instructions are provided on all climbs. Senior local guides have had first aid training. We pay special attention to avoiding altitude sickness by maximizing acclimatization and do not carry oxygen cylinders. You should obtain professional advice from a travel clinic prior to travelling to Nepal.

Personal Medical Kit

We recommend that you bring your own personal medical kit for the most basic needs.

Bandage for sprains
Plasters/Band-aids
Iodine or water filter (optional)
Moleskin/Second skin – for blisters
Antiseptic ointment for cuts
Anti-bacterial throat lozenges (with antiseptic)
Aspirin/Paracetamol – general painkiller
Oral rehydration salts
Broad-spectrum antibiotic (norfloxacin or ciproflaxin)
Diarrhoea stopper (Imodium – optional)
Antibiotic for Giardia or similar microbe or bacteria
Diamox 250/500mg (for altitude sickness)
Sterile Syringe set (anti-AIDS precaution)
Gel hand cleaner
Knee support if you have any sort of knee problems; the descents are steep and sustained on all mountain climbs.