What to Bring

Many of our clients have never been trekking before--or if they have, its been in different areas of the world where the climate and terrain are different. One of the number one questions we receive before departing is, "What do I bring?!" The trick is--you don't want to bring too much--and definitely not too little--especially during the winter.

Certain areas of Nepal require different gear, such as treks where you'll be going above the snowline, as opposed to the warmer southern regions of Nepal. Established routes, such as Annapurna and Everest, usually have shops along the way if you're missing something vital--but it can be quite costly.

Here is what we, at Trek Nepal, recommend you bring with you on your next Himalayan adventure:

• 1 Pair of Hiking Boots (Or comfortable shoes for established routes)
• 1 Med. Sized Backpack
• 1 Day Pack (For personal items i.e. camera, money, etc...)
• 1 Sleeping Bag (Recommended up to -20C)
• 1 Down Jacket/Goretex Jacket (In colder northern regions/during winter)
• 1 Light Wind & Waterproof Jacket
• 1 Inner Sleeping Sheet
• 2 Long-Sleeve Shirts
• 1 Water Bottle (We provide treated drinking water and DO NOT recommend you buying bottled water)
• 1 Pair of Gaiters/Over Trousers (Colder weather/when snow)
• 1 Pair Sport Shoes/Sandals (Especially in Southern/Lower Mountainous Regions)
• 2 Pairs of Light Weight Trousers
• 1 Pair of Shorts
• 1 Fleece/Warm Sweater
• 2 T-Shirts
• 2 Pairs of Light Socks
• 3 Pairs of Heavy Wool Socks
• 1 Sweatshirt/Light Sweater
• 1 Torch(Flashlight)/Spare Batteries
• 1 Swimming Costume/Bathing Suit (For Annapurna Region (Hot Springs) and Chitwan)
• 1 Med. Size Towel
• Personal Tolietries
• Biodegradable soap/shampoo
• Insect Repellent
• Moleskin/BandAids for Blisters
• Swiss Army Knife
• Toilet Paper
• Personal Medications
• Underwear (Incl. Thermals)
• Warm Hat & Gloves
• Sunglasses & Sun Hat
• Spare plastic bag for wrapping clothes

There are laundry facilities along most established routes--so remember, pack lightly. You'll be amazed how little you really need when its just you and the mountains!

Fall Group Departures

If you’re travelling alone to Nepal this season and don’t want to trek alone, we have a number of groups that you can join. You can come into our office at any time, located on Mandala Street (Thamel) next to OR2K Restaurant—or next to Kathmandu Guest House (Thamel), to ask about any of our groups we have leaving.

If you want to book your trip before arriving and are wondering what groups are leaving when—Here is a list of the groups we have leaving the rest of this month (September) and October.

·         Sept 20^th, 2012 – Langtang & Ganja-La Pass (2 pax.)

·         Sept 23^rd, 2012- Nagarkot Trek (2 Pax)

·         Sept 23^rd, 2012- Annapurna & Dhaulagiri (1 pax)

·         Sept 28^th, 2012- Mountains & Monasteries Everest Region (6 Pax)

·         Oct 5^th, 2012- Annapurna Base Camp & Chitwan (2 pax)

·         Oct 5^th, 2012- Annapurna Poonhill (1 pax)

·         Oct 6^th, 2012- Annapurna Circuit (1 pax)

·         Oct 6^th, 2012- Annapurna & Dhaulagiri (2 pax)

·         Oct 7^th, 2012- Everest Base Camp (2 pax)

·         Oct 7^th, 2012- Everest 3 High Pass (2 pax)

·         Oct 7^th, 2012- Annapurna Circuit (1 pax)

·         Oct 9^th, 2012- Annapurna & Dhaulagiri (1 pax)

·         Oct 13^th, 2012- Annapurna Base Camp (1 pax)

·         Oct 14^th, 2012- Annapurna Circuit & Chitwan (4 pax)

·         Oct 14^th, 2012- Annapurna Base Camp (1 pax)

·         Oct 21^st, 2012- Everest 3 High Pass (1 pax)

·         Oct 22^nd, 2012- Annapurna Circuit (2 pax)

·         Oct 28^th, 2012- Mountains & Monasteries Everest Region (2 pax)

·         Oct 29^th, 2012- Langtang & Ganja-La Pass (2 pax)

·         Oct 30^th, 2012- Mountains & Monasteries Everest Region (4 pax)

·         Oct 31^st, 2012- Langtang Valley (2 pax)

As you can see, we have many groups of 1 and 2—We promise, your trek will be memorable regardless—but the more the merrier, right? If you have any interest in joining one of these groups—please let us know via email at   sales@treknepal.com or visit our website!