Travel High Solu can provide all necessary equipment for your trek, including tents, down sleeping bags and jackets etc., if necessary. You are welcome to use your own equipment if it meets our standards. Often, excellent equipment can be obtained in Kathmandu prior to your trek or climb. Contact us for availability and price.
During your trek, you'll be packing your personal gear and clothing in either a sturdy duffel bag that the porters will carry or your personal daypack. Your duffel bag shouldn't exceed 40 lbs. Your daypack, in which you'll carry warm layers, shell gear, sunscreen, camera, water bottles, snacks, etc., should be roomy and well fitting. Your clothing should fit well in a loose, comfortable, layered system.
• Photos, Immunization records, etc. in a secure, concealable passport case.
• Duffel bag, 7,500 cubic inches, or 16x13x36 inches approx. This bag should be very sturdy and water resistant. If it has a zipper, it should be covered with a fabric flap for protection and have straps to relieve pressure on the zipper. Bring some heavy-duty trash bags to double bag the duffel contents. Another option is to use a large river type dry bag, which although somewhat more difficult to pack, provides ultimate protection.
• Daypack, 1,500 to 2,500 cu. Sturdy, large, and comfortable.
• Sleeping bag (down or synthetic), rated to 5 degrees F.
• Sleeping bag liner (optional). An inexpensive cotton liner can be purchased in Kathmandu for a few dollars.
• Hiking boots should be light weight to medium weight leather or Gore-Tex. Your boots should fit well and be completely broken in prior to your trek.
• Sneakers or sandals for camp and town.
• Socks, thin liners (polypro or silk), thick outer socks (wool or polypro). Bring 5 changes of socks.
• Thermal underwear, polypropylene or other synthetic. (No cotton)
• Lightweight hiking pants.
• Insulating pants. (fleece or equivalent)
• Rain pants. (optional)
• Expedition weight polypropylene or Capilene top.
• Heavy pile jacket. (or wool sweater)
• Several t-shirts, both long and short sleeved. (synthetic are best for trekking)
• Heavy shirt – long sleeved. (synthetic is best for trekking)
• Rain jacket/parka or poncho. (Gore-Tex or equivalent is ideal
• Down or synthetic fill jacket.
• Warm hat.
• Wide brimmed hat for sun protection .
• Gloves or mittens.
• Quality sunglasses with 100% UV and IV protection. (It is also recommended to bring a spare pair)
• If you wear prescription glasses or contacts, bring spares.
• Two (2) good quality 1 or 2 liter water bottles.
• Water filter. (optional) Boiled or bottled water will be available
• Trekking poles. (optional, and can be purchased in Kathmandu )
• Flashlight or headlamp with extra batteries and bulbs.
• Reading/writing materials. (see Suggested Reading)
• Pictures of where you live, your family, and what you do. (to share with people along the way).
• Camera, film and batteries.
• Special snack items in zip lock bags.
• Ear plugs (for travel), particle masks. (for dust)
• Toilet kit with towel, washcloth, bandanna, scrub brush, short clothes line, safety pins, mesh laundry bag, biodegradable soap, toilet paper, pre-moistened towelettes, toothbrush, toothpaste, etc.
• Women: bring extra sanitary supplies and zip lock bags to pack out used materials.
• Personal medical/first aid kit with aspirin, ibuprofen and/or acetaminophen, nasal/throat decongestant, topical antiseptic, band-aids/bandages, sunscreen and lip balm, laxative, anti-diarrheal, antacid, water purification tablets (or filter), moleskin, bug repellent, and any personal prescriptions or medical items. Consult with your physician to determine which antibiotics and other medications you should bring for both internal and external infections. (See Medical Concerns) |
