• Long pants, 2 pair
• Skirt for women
• Walking shorts.... Not too short! (Pockets are nice)
• Long underwear, tops and bottoms, 2 pair
• T-shirts, 3
• Long sleeve shirts, 2
• Sweater or sweatshirt (Local handmade sweaters $18-$20)
• Down or synthetic parka (winter weight)
• Rain gear, outer shell, pants and jacket
• Sun hat (broad brimmed or baseball)
• Wool hat
• Warm gloves or mittens
• Gaiters (optional)
• Bandanas, (great scarves in Kathmandu)
• Down Booties (optional)

• Running shoes/light weight hiking shoes You'll be wearing these 90% of the time
• Hiking Boots (medium weight, all leather) for possible use in snow. Please...break in beforehand!!
• Snow-seal or waterproofing.
• Thongs or sandals.
• Socks, at least three pair heavy, three pair med. weight.

• Sleeping Bag, down or synthetic (rated to 0 degrees or colder)
• Sleeping bag lines (optional)
• Extra large duffel bag, with small lock (important)
• Day pack (sturdy, medium size, comfortable)
• Prescription drugs you normally take
• Toiletries (paper is supplied)
• Sun glasses (a must at high elevations or in snow)
• Sun block
• Water bottle (make sure it doesn't leak)
• Large plastic garbage bags (in case it rains)
• Writing materials and books
• Flashlight or headlamp with extra batteries
• Biodegradable soap for you and your clothes
• Small towel/Extra Shoelace

• Sewing Repair Kit and Cord... For whatever
• Wet Ones
• Pocket Knife
• Camera and film. Again, lots of film
• Small musical instruments
• Surprise treats..Franola, candy bars, nuts, Cherky, M&Ms to share...everyone will love you !!

RECOMMENDED COMPANIES FOR TREKKING GEAR :

Travel Eagle Creek Gear | Great Outdoor Clothing Company | Marmot

• It is possible to pick up almost any item last minute in Kathmandu....So don't panic if you haven't found the right hat an hour before the flight.
• Once in Nepal, we will check everyone's gear to insure safety and comfort. Many members rent special items (a second sleeping bag, parka, or rain gear etc.) during our days in Kathmandu. There are wonderful outdoor gear rental shops. Expect temperatures reach 60's during the day...and down to freezing at night.
• All gear should fit in your daypack and duffel bag. The equipment taken into the mountains can weigh no more than 35lbs. This is due to domestic flight restrictions, and the fact that porters will be carrying two or three of these. (All you carry is you day pack!) Extra luggage can be safely stored at the Hotel in Kathmandu during the actual trek.
• It is our philosophy at HTE to prohibit the giving of gifts to locals and children along the trail, except in special circumstances. With our good intentions we can create beggars. Ultimately all we really have to share with them is our selves!