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The following equipment lists are suggested and
essential for both camp & teahouse treks in the
Himalayas. Make use of this list as a guideline;
some of the equipment can be hired in Katmandu
as well. Besides, keep in mind trekking gear can
be bought in the many adventure shops in
Katmandu, the majority of gear is locally
manufactured (hence a lot cheaper) although it
is becoming more common for gear to be imported
from China and therefore of better quality.
Luggage:
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1 large duffel bag: This will carry all your
personal gear on the trek. It should be strong
and durable. The best size would be around 30" x
14", with a full-length zipper and handles.
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1 small padlock: Your duffel bag should be
locked.
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1 rucksack or day pack: This should accommodate
a sweater, rain gear, water bottle, camera and
accessories and any miscellaneous items you want
to have during the day. We recommend a pack with
at least 1450cu. In capacity, or smaller if you
are not carrying a large amount of camera
equipment.
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1 small duffel bag or suitcase: Items not needed
on the trek can be left at the hotel in
Kathmandu. This bag should also have a lock. Be
sure to leave room for purchases, or buy one in
Kathmandu they have many good quality ones
available.
Head and Face Gear:
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Sunhat
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A Bandana
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Sunglasses
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Warm hat
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Sunscreen with a very high SPF factor
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Lip balm with a high SPF factor
Hands:
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Lightweight gloves
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Heavyweight gloves or mittens with a waterproof
shell outer
Inner Clothing:
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T-shirts
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Thermal underwear- Top and bottom. Synthetic is
best
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Underwear
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2 Long shorts
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2 Trousers- (loose and comfortable) One thin,
one thick and warm
Outer Clothing:
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Down Jacket
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Fleece Jacket (or a windproof jacket)
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Waterproof jacket with a hood (or a poncho)
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Waterproof pants
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Baggy pants
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2 pairs of gloves/mittens (1 thin and 1 thick)
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1 sweater to be worn under the fleece jacket
Footwear:
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Light weight walking boots- (leather is
recommended)
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Spare laces
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2 pairs of thick woolen socks.
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2 pairs of thin socks to be worn under the
woolen socks
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One pair of sandals or comfortable shoes for
camp
Drinking Equipment:
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1 thermos- Water tends to freeze in ‘normal’
water bottles at high altitude temperatures.
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2 one-liter water bottles
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Purification equipment- Boiled drinking water
will be provided but further purification with
iodine or purification tablets is highly
recommended.
Sleeping and Carrying Equipment:
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30-40 liter daypack
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Rucksack- Without aluminum support
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Water Proof Bag- A water proof bag to cover the
rucksack
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Sleeping Bag- Please brings a bag that can
resist temperatures as low as -15 degrees
Celsius.
Personal Medical Kit:
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Bandage for sprains
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Plasters/Band-aids
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Iodine or water filter
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Moleskin/Second skin - for blisters
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Antiseptic ointment for cuts
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Anti-bacterial throat lozenges (with antiseptic)
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Aspirin/paracetamol - general painkiller
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Oral rehydration salts
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Broad-spectrum antibiotic (norfloxacin or
ciprofloxin)
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Anti-diarrhea medication (antibiotic)
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Diarrhea stopper (Imodium - optional)
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Antibiotic for Giardia or similar microbe or
bacteria
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Diamox (altitude sickness - can be bought in
Kathmandu)
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Sterile Syringe set (anti-AIDS precaution)
Extras/Luxuries:
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Binoculars
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Reading book
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Trail Map/Guide book
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Journal & Pen
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Walkman
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Travel game i.e. chess, backgammon, scrabble
Toiletries:
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1 medium sized quick drying towel
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Toothbrush/paste (preferably biodegradable)
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Multipurpose soap (preferably biodegradable)
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Deodorant
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Nail clippers
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Face and body moisturizer
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Feminine hygiene products
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Small mirror
Reading Materials
The following is a short reading list for
prospective Nepal trekkers:
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Trekking in Nepal by Stephen Bezruchka. This is
an excellent book for all treks with an
extensive Bibliography of additional books.
Contains a Nepal language section with
directions on obtaining a Nepal language
cassette tape.
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Nepal Handbook by Kerry Moran. Highly
recommended particularly for Kathmandu Valley
sightseeing.
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Trekking in the Nepal Himalaya by Stan Armington.
This book has detailed trek descriptions
including the restricted areas of Mustang,
Manaslu, Dolpo and Kailas.
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Power Places of Kathmandu—Hindu and Buddhist
Holy Sites in the Sacred Valley of Nepal.
# Photographs by Kevin Bubriski, Text by Keith
Dowman. A beautifully photographed and
informative guide to the Kathmandu Valley.
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Trekking in Nepal by Toro Nakano. Great photos
and routes you may not find anywhere else. Out
of print but available in many libraries and in
Kathmandu.
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Into Thin Air by Jon Krakaur. A personal account
of the Mount Everest Disaster.
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Travelers Tales Edited by Rajendra Khadka,
Traveler's Tales, San Francisco.
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Sacred Summits by Peter Boardman. Particularly
recommended if going to Kangchenjunga or
Rolwaling area. Out of print but available in
many libraries and in Kathmandu.
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Himalayan Pilgrimage by David Snellgrove.
Important reading for treks to Dolpo, Mustang
and Manaslu. Out of print but available in many
libraries and in Kathmandu.
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Mustang, a Lost Kingdom by Michel Peissel.
Important reading for Mustang trek. Available in
paperback in Kathmandu.
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National Geographic articles can also be
consulted. |