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Trekking Gears Checklist

TREKKING GEARS CHECKLIST FOR TREKKING IN NEPAL

Are you already set up for trekking? Tickets booking? Budgeting? Are trekking gear and Equipment ready?

A pre-checking is a must to start trekking. Trekking in the Himalayas is not an easy job. You must be healthy enough and must have good quality trekking equipment and gear for successful trekking.

Step On Himalaya presents here a checklist for Trekking gears and equipment. Any alterations can be done to the checklist according to your possible needs during the trekking and availability. Just in case, if you are in a rush and couldn’t get the required gear, do not worry!!! You can easily search and purchase those items here in Kathmandu at reasonable prices.

Popular Brands for Trekking Gears in Kathmandu

The most common and popular brands of trekking gear and equipment are available in Kathmandu. What are The North Face, Sherpa Adventure Gear, Timberland Outdoor Equipment, Red Fox Outdoor Equipment, Everest Hardware, Mountain Hardware, Outdoor Research, Black Yak, Marmot, and many more have their own delightful showrooms. The majority of the gear is manufactured in Nepal, Bangladesh, and China. Locally branded gears might not be of your expectations but have good quality and are economically buyable.

The below-mentioned Check List for Trekking Gears and Equipment is for your convenience. Any changes to your knowledge and experience can be done. It’s your preference to use the checklist.

Note: It is always recommended to make your bag pack as light as possible for easy walks.

Any concerns or queries are heartily welcomed. Please mail or contact us for any kind of clarifications required. (email id and contact number)

 

HEAD

  • A scarf or sun hat (preferably Round)
  • Warm Fleece Hat or Balaclava or Ski-mask or Bandana
  • Sunglasses with UV protection
  • Sunblock or Sunscreen or Suntan lotion: UV 45 +

 

HAND

  • Airproof, warm and light-weighted gloves
  • Mittens or heavy-weighted gloves

 

UPPER BODY

  • Lightweight thermal tops or thermo cots
  • Woolen or synthetic T-shirts
  • Fleece pullovers or jackets
  • Lightweight/waterproof/ breathable outers or rain jackets for winter and monsoon
  • Wind-stopper jacket (Optional)
  • Quick-drying sports bra (for women)

 

LOWER BODY

  • Quick-drying cotton or soft undergarments
  • Hiking shorts or quarter pants
  • Light-weighted cotton Long trousers or pants
  • Fleece or Insulated pants or trousers
  • Waterproof/breathable fabricated shell pants

 

FEET

  • No need for new boots. Just buy and try and break those boots on the trek. You have to make sure you are comfortable in those boots while walking. So you must try wearing it before coming to Nepal. Boots are an important item you shouldn’t be mean of. Buy the best one that your feet are comfortable with and love you for those pairs of boots.
  • If you are not mountaineering, plastic/heavy/double boots are not required. Light-weighted, comfy boots with good ankle support are durable.
  • Bring camp shoes or sneakers or sandals (at least a pair) to wear and walk around the camps and teahouses.
  • Extra laces
  • Light-weighted, warm pair of inner socks
  • Thick, woolen, or cotton hiking socks
  • Gaiters for winter/monsoon seasons

 

BASIC ACCESSORIES

  • Sleeping Bag: During the peak season of trekking, there is a real shortage of blankets. Carrying a good sleeping bag for yourself is a wise decision to avoid being frozen when the temperature falls to zero degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Headlamp with spare batteries (preferably from Petzl Zoom or the North Face)
  • Day Pack: A small day bag pack is always preferred. The porter will be walking at a different pace than yours. So it is advisable to carry your personal valuable items like money, passport, medicine, lotions, etc. with you.
  • Down Jacket: You are hiking up in alpine areas where the temperature can fall down to minus 10 degrees Celsius. So make sure the Down Jacket will protect you from cold and keep you warm.
  • Duffel or rucksack bag: The duffel or rucksack bag must be lighter, easier to carry, and most importantly waterproof. Most of the hotels are providing short-term storage for leaving your excess belongings or clothing back in Kathmandu. So a small, lockable suitcase is better to carry with it.
  • Large plastic bags: To keep the items inside the Trekking bag.
  • Water bottles: Boiling/Hot water-resisting bottles should be brought.
  • Ear Plug: To avoid the snoring sounds
  • A small padlock or combination lock
  • Basic First Aid Kit
  • Trekking Poles

 

TOILETRIES

  • Medium-sized quick-drying towel
  • Toothbrush/paste (biodegradable recommended)
  • Multi-purpose soap with sachets of shampoo and conditioner
  • Face and body moisturizer
  • Antibacterial hand sanitizer
  • Wet wipes/baby wipes
  • Toilet/Tissue roll
  • Small mirror
  • Nail clippers
  • Feminine hygiene products (especially sanitary pads or napkins)

 

LUXURIOUS

You might want to bring some luxury items while on the trek. You can use them in leisure time or camp at night or acclimatization usage.

  • Trekking Guide Map /Guidebook
  • Pocket Diary with pen and pencils
  • Laptop/Tablets
  • Selfie sticks/Tripod/Drone Camera
  • Binoculars
  • GPS tracker and Compass
  • Novel or magazines
  • Indoor games like chess/snakes and ladders/cards, etc.
  • Swimming costumes for hot springs trek