SUGGESTED LIST OF THINGS TO BRING
Layering clothing is the best way to ensure comfort in changing weather conditions. Based on your activity and the weather, you can make quick adjustments, by putting on more clothing if it is cold or taking off layers as it warms up. Layers act as protection against the sun when it's hot, the rain when it pours, and the cold when the temperature drops.
The following packing lists gives suggestions on the list of things to bring on a trekking/tour trip.
Clothing
[ ] T-shirts (short and long sleeved, preferably non-cotton)
[ ] Long pants/skirts
[ ] Undergarments (preferable disposable)
[ ] Windproof/Waterproof jacket and trousers.
[ ] Woolen/fleece sweaters – preferably a few thin sweaters instead of one thick one
[ ] Thermal clothing - to sleep in at night (during winter months or at high altitudes)
[ ] Socks (Wool socks would be good)
[ ] Gloves
[ ] Winter Hat/Beanie/Scarf
[ ] Sunhat/Cap
Travel Documents
[ ] Passport (must have at least 6-months validity)
[ ] Visa
[ ] Money (US Dollars perferably) / Travelers Cheques/Credit Cards (Note that few outlets accept credit cards)
[ ] Travel Insurance certificate
[ ] Photocopy of passport and extra passport photos
Others
[ ] 4 season sleeping bag (invest in the best possible 5 to 0 F)
[ ] Good trekking shoes – “Walk them in" prior to arrival to avoid blisters.
[ ] Sandals or track shoes - to wear in the camp, in bathroom and toilet tent or when the boots are wet.
[ ] Backpack/Luggage/Duffel bag
[ ] Daypack – to carry personal requirement for the day e.g., water bottle, sweater, snacks, camera, film etc.
[ ] Wallet and/or money belt
[ ] Personal Toiletries - Include wet wipes and powder for ‘dry bath’
[ ] Small headlamp and/or flashlight/torch with spare batteries
[ ] Personal medical kit (containing items such as panadol/aspirin, pills for stomach troubles such as charcoal tablets, flu tablets, antiseptic cream and wipes, plasters, knee and ankle guard, deep-heat cream, insect repellent, and any other personal medication)
[ ] Water Bottle (at least 1 litre) – that can hold hot water
[ ] Sun-screen and lipgloss – very essential as the sun is very scorching at altitude and in winter, when skies are clearest
[ ] Sunglasses
[ ] Camera & Memory cards/Film
[ ] Reading materials, games, pen and pencil, note book, diary
[ ] Snacks – dried nuts and fruit, muesli bars, chocolates etc
[ ] Swiss-army knife
[ ] Trekking poles
SUGGESTED MEDICAL KIT
[ ] Antibiotical Ointment - for minor abrasions.
[ ] Antihistamine - Decongestant for colds and allergies, to ease the itch from insect bites or stings, and to prevent motion sickness.
[ ] Antiseptic - for cleaning cuts and grazes
[ ] Bandages and Band-Aids - for minor injuries.
[ ] Blister kit with moleskin - if you are bringing new shoes and walking a lot.
[ ] Calamine lotion or Sting-ease gel or spray - for relieving irritation from bites, stings, and rashes.
[ ] Chap Stick - for protection of your lips from prolonged exposure to sun and wind.
[ ] Cold and flu pills and throat lozenges - for treating minor colds and sore throats.
[ ] Naproxen or Ibuprofen - for treatment of pain, swelling, or fever.
[ ] Rehydration Mixture - treats severe diarrhea.
[ ] Scissors, tweezers, and thermometer - for general health issues.
[ ] Sunscreen - for protection from the sun.
[ ] Insect Repellent - DEET is harsh on your skin but really does the job.
[ ] Lomotil - suppresses diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting.
[ ] Water purification tablets - never drink unpurified water. Using a water purifier is another good option.
[ ] Sunglasses - to safeguard your eyes from harmful sun exposure
[ ] Personal prescription medications (in their original containers) & copies of your prescriptions
