Equipment list
This list is a guideline to help you pack for your adventure. Also understand that the items listed below will vary a little according to the trekking, peak climbing and expedition duration. Those items marked by an asterisk (*) are provided by Discovery Mountain Trek inclusive in the service. The weight limit for your luggage is 15 kg for trekking, 18 kg for peak climbing and 21 kg for expedition.
Sleeping bag
1 sleeping bag: -10° or -15° (*)
Fleece sleeping bag liner (optional)
From head to toe
A cap or sunhat
2-pair of thermals
Suitable shorts
Walking trousers
Thick walking socks
Warm gloves
Hat and scarf
A pair of high rise Trekking shoes (waterproof)
Lightweight waterproof over trousers
Discovery Mountain Trek’s down Jacket (*)
Discovery Mountain Trek’s half T-shirt (*)
Long sleeve thermal tops and full-length long johns
A light fleece or equivalent (plus extra warm layers if necessary)
A breathable windproof, water proof jacket (Gore-Tex…)
A pair of sandals or equivalent casual shoes for cities, villages and evenings
Long-sleeved and short sleeved t-shirts, preferably in quick-drying technical material.
Baggage
1 medium shoulder bag: 50-60 liter cubic inches, can be used for an airplane carryon
Double bag to put your all clothes of Trekking, Peak Climbing and Expedition (*)
A small daypack/backpack for carrying your valuables
Practical items
Tissue /toilet roll
Wet wipes (baby wipes)
Female hygiene products
Anti-bacterial hand wash
1 compass or GPS (optional)
1 medium-sized quick drying towel
1 small roll of repair tape, 1 sewing-repair kit
1 digital camera with extra cards and batteries
Medical kit
1 skin-blister repair kit
Anti-diarrhea pills
Anti-headache pills
Cough and/or cold medicine
Water purification tablets or water filter
Small personal first-aid kit simple and light
Aspirin, first-aid tape, and plasters (Band-Aids)
Anti-altitude sickness pills: Diamox or Acetylzolamide
Stomach antibiotic: Ciprofloxacin etc.
Note:
Do not bring sleeping pills as they are a respiratory depressant.