Plan · Packing

The packing list we send our trekkers

Field-tested. If it's not here, you probably don't need it.

We send this list to every booked trekker, with notes specific to their trip. Most items you should bring from home. The big-ticket items in italics belowcan be rented in Thamel, Kathmandu for $1–2 per day — we'll walk you to the shop we trust.

Clothing — layered

  • ▸Base layers (merino, 2 sets)
  • ▸Insulating mid-layer (fleece or light down)
  • ▸Insulated jacket (down, 700+ fill)
  • ▸Waterproof shell jacket
  • ▸Trekking trousers (2 pairs)
  • ▸Waterproof over-trousers
  • ▸Wool/synthetic socks (4 pairs)
  • ▸Sun hat & warm beanie
  • ▸Buff or neck gaiter
  • ▸Liner & insulated gloves

Footwear

  • ▸Broken-in trekking boots (B1 or sturdy 3-season)
  • ▸Camp shoes or trainers
  • ▸Gaiters (optional, for snow/scree)

Sleep & shelter

  • ▸Sleeping bag rated to -10 °C (rentable in Kathmandu)
  • ▸Silk liner (adds 5 °C warmth)
  • ▸Compact pillowcase (stuff with fleece)

Pack & accessories

  • ▸Daypack 30–35 L with rain cover
  • ▸Trekking poles (collapsible)
  • ▸Headtorch + spare batteries
  • ▸Refillable 2L hydration system
  • ▸Water-purification tablets/SteriPEN
  • ▸Sunglasses (Cat. 4) + spare
  • ▸Sunscreen SPF 50+ & lip balm

Personal & first-aid

  • ▸Personal medications (named, original packaging)
  • ▸Diamox (consult your doctor)
  • ▸Blister kit, painkillers, electrolytes
  • ▸Quick-dry towel & basic toiletries
  • ▸Wet wipes & hand sanitiser
  • ▸Cash in NPR for personal expenses

Don't over-pack

We cap portered luggage at 15 kg combined for a group of two — well under the IPPG's 25 kg per-porter limit. Excess gets left at the hotel in Kathmandu — fine, but plan for it.