This is a list of essential items for individuals doing the trek with us. This list contains only those items which the participants are required to bring with them. The list excludes those items which are provided by us on the trek. We have divided the items into five categories. All the items in the list are essential except for those marked as optional.
- Ruck sack bag with comfortable shoulder straps (50 cover. Qty -1 – 70 ltr)x & Rain
- Day Pack Bag (20 30 Itr) Recommended for treks with summit day and if you give your bag to mule or porter.
- Head Torch with spare Batteries. Qty -1
- U V protection sunglasses. Qty -1
- Water Bottles: 2 bottles of 1 liter each.
- Trekking pole
- Trekking Shoes: 1 pair Non-skid, deep treaded, high-ankle trekkingshoes
- Pair of light weight Slipper/Sandals.
- Cotton shocks minimum 6 pairs.
- Woollen Shocks 2 pairs
- Quick Dry Warm lower or Track Pants. Qty 2
- Full sleeves T-shirts/ Sweatshirts. 1 for every 2 days of trekking
- Thermal Body warmer Upper & Lower. Qty-1
- Undergarments. Qty 1 for every day of trekking
- Warm jacket closed at wrist & neck.Qty-1
- Full sleeves sweater. Qty -1
- Rain wear (Jacket & Pants ) / Poncho Qty-1
- Pair of waterproof, warm gloves. Qty-1
- Woolen cap. Qty-1
- Sun shielding Hat. Qty -1
- Neck Gaiters Qty 2
- Personal toiletries kit, Sun screen lotion small pack.
- Small size, Light weight & Leak proof lunch box with spoon. Qty-1
- Carry your medicines in plenty in case you have any specific ailment. Consult your doctor before joining the trek.
- Dry fruits, Nuts, Chocolate bars (Optional)
- Camera (Optional)
Below is a list of personal articles which are required for a trek / tours on the Himalayas. This guide helps you to give an idea about the things that you need to bring in as a trek member. Depending upon the number of days of trek, the articles quantity may vary and this list is made considering the trek duration being 5 to 7 days (week long treks). Always try to avoid unnecessary toiletries which are heavy and of little use on mountain so pack light.
Rain / Snowfall is common and varies one trek to another in different seasons.
ALWAYS wrap your clothing / non waterproof stuff inside waterproof poly-bag while packing in your backpack. Plastic material is most efficient evil on mountain for waterproofing. Use additional waterproofing even if you have a rain cover for your backpack.
For selection of personal gear/equipment and how to pack.. talk with our team for guidance, before
buying an item check:
Trekking in the Himalayas is mostly a hassle-free affair as all the permits and permissions are usually derived by our team. However, you have to bring some essential documents with you that are a must for any Himalayan Trek. Please carry the following documents and hand them over to the trek leader at the base camp.
- Medical Disclaimer filled and signed by a certified doctor (MBBS)
- Self Declaration form
- Original and printed copies of ID and address proof (Aadhar/Voter ID/Passport
- 2 Passport-size photographs
| Products | Quantity | Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| Rucksack | 1 | A Must item. Between 40 to 60 Liters. Don’t buy more than 60L |
| Waterproof bag cover | 1 | Advised. MUST for protection from rain/dust/stain etc. |
| Daypack/Knapsack | 1 | Optional (Can carry along with you with water bottle, food, camera and wind/water proof etc.) if you want to offload your Rucksack in permissible routes |
| Trekking Shoe/Boot | 1 | A MUST item. A good quality trekking shoe/boot must have the following specs : i) A sticky rubber sole with lug (indentations for better grip). ii) Ankle support (Medium or high ankle). iii) Waterproofing membrane. (A must for high altitude and winter treks). Get a pair and “break-in” well in advance that you don’t face any sores/blisters once you are on mountains. |
| T-shirt (Base layer while you are hiking) | 3/4 | A must item and as per need. Take at least one Dry fit/Quick dry type which can ventilate sweat/moisture wicking. These are made of synthetic materials. Cotton T- shirts are NOT advised and avoid especially when you walk. |
| Warm Jacket (Mid layer clothing for warmth) | 1 | A Must item. Warm Fleece Jacket/Synthetic fill (Some refer as Hollow Fill) Jacket/Down feather Jacket. |
| Windproof Jacket/Wind Cheater (Outer layer clothing for protection from wind and rain/snow fall) | 1 | A Must item. A hooded one made of water resistant/repellent material is highly advised. Use this along with Base layer (t-shirt) while hiking unless it is warm and sunny weather. Wear this always as outer later to protect from wind chill be while hiking or at camp site. |
| Thermal wear (Base Layer once you reach campsite) | 1 pair | Upper and lower (Woolly cot). Must for only winter treks. |
| Trek pant | 2 | A MUST item. Can be Track pants (avoid cotton), 3 quarter/Cargo or Convertible kind. One Dry fit/Quick dry track pant is advised. Water repellent/proof quality is a plus. For altitude above 5000m/16400ft you should use wind proof and water proof trek pants. |
| Raincoat/Poncho/Waterproof clothing | 1 | Waterproofing is MUST during your trek in the Himalayas, be in summer or winter. |
| Balaclava/Woolen skull cap/Monkey Cap | 1 | A Must item for protection from cold. Made of woolen/synthetic warm material |
| Sun cap/Wide-brimmed Hat/Bandana | 1 | For protection from sun while you hike |
| Under garments/Inner wear | 1 | As per need |
| Hiking Socks | 6/7 pair | Use full length socks (Don’t use tennis socks). 100% Cotton socks are NOT recommended as these absorb sweat and dry slowly. A pair of woolen material is nice to have especially in winter treks. |
| Woolen gloves | 6/7 pair | A Must item. Only for Winter Treks. |
| Waterproof gloves | 1 pair | Optional. Useful especially on high altitude treks where snow/ice is encountered. |
| Camp sandal | 1 pair | Can be a strap on sports sandal or a Hawaiian sleeper. |
| Walking Sticks / Trekking Poles / Ski Poles | 1 pair / Single | Nice to have, reduces the pressure on knees and gives balance specially while descending. Advised at least one pole for treks involving snow/ice. |
| Knee cap | 1 pair | Optional. Makes a difference especially if you have knee injuries/problems (Neoprene added variant is better). |
| Water bottle / Hydration pack | 1 | Must. Good quality plastic bottle. |
| Sunglasses | 1 | This is must for all the high altitude treks and winter treks. Polarised / Anti-glare is always a better option in snow with UV400 (UV A & B) protection. Trekkers using spectacle can order custom make powered sunglasses. Must |
| Torch / Head Lamp with extra batteries | 1 | Must. Head torch keeps your hands free. |
| Sunscreen lotion | Optional. At least 30/40 SPF. | |
| Chap Stick/Cold & Moisturising cream | 1 | Optional. As per need. Use small tubes/bottles |
| Tissue roll ( Toilet paper) | 1 | This is a must item as water may not be available in the vicinity |
| Anti-Fungal Powder | 1 | Must. This helps to keep the socks and the trek shoe drier and odour free to an extent. Carry smallest container. |
| Dry food items | A Must item | |
| Personal First-Aid Kit | Optional – Anti septic cream, Betadine/Dettol/Savlon, Band aid, cotton, crepe bandage, safety pin etc. | |
| Self Declaration Form | Must Download Declaration Form Click here | |
| Medical Form | Must Download Medical Form Click here |
If You don’t want to buy expensive trekking gears then you can take on rent also from Rock & Pebbles Gears.
For more details you can directly contact with Rock & Pebbles:
Shweta More : +91 89281 64342