Equipment List For Trekking in Nepal
Equipment For Trekking In Nepal
Trekking in Nepal is not as same as trekking in other countries. As Nepal is a landlocked country with high hills and mountain trekking needs a lot of effort. Usually, most of the trekkers would like to do adventures trip to Everest Base Camp Trek, Annapurna Base camp Trek, Langtang Trek, Lantang Tamang Heritage Trek, Manaslu Circuit Trek, Mardi Himal Trek, Upper Mustang Trek, Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek, Annapurna Circuit Trek, Gokyo Lake Trek, Everest Three Pass Trek and Island Peak Climbing. You would be exhausted each day after a long walk in the rough and tough trail of the rare territory.
But good preparation with well-equipped tools makes your trek successful as well as joyous, so good preparation is needed for taking care of your health as well as for victorious expedition. Some arrangement like clothes, paperwork is needed before trekking in Nepal.
What to bring equipment for trekking in Nepal?
Many of you might be confused to bring what kinds of trekking equipment to trek in Nepal. But rest assured we are here to assist you to make your day great. Equipment needed for the trek varies according to the type of trekking (teahouse or camping), the elevation of the trekking route, climate type, etc. Some equipment for trekking are given below:
Clothing:
You must check the weather pattern before getting into Nepal. There are four types of weather conditions in Nepal. It would be better if you confirm the climatic condition of Nepal and arrange your clothes according to favorable environmental conditions.
Apart from these, you must compulsorily bring warm clothes though it would be summer in Nepal because it is cold and dry in the mountainous region of Nepal. Furthermore, there is no doubt that the trekking route of Nepal mostly illustrates the Himalayan beauties and culture. some recommended clothing include the following:
- Warm jacket down jacket is more preferred
- Pair of warm gloves, shocks, scarf and woolen hat
- Thermal T-shirt, underwear, sweatpants and windproof pants
Any way winter season may require more clothing. However, not having sufficient clothing and equipment, not only crucially lessen the pleasure of trekking in Nepal but also might become life-threatening.
Trekking Gear:
The most vital equipment for trekking in Nepal after the clothing is the trekking gear for the reason that gear only supports back you all the time more like a friend. So, you must not compromise with your trekking gear. some of the gear required for trekking are:
- A good and comfortable hiking shoes/footwear
- Suitable backpack and a waterproof cover of it (note: to travel and trek in Nepal backpack is more suitable than the suitcase)
- Sleeping bag and silk liner
- Fleece jacket
- Headlight or torch with spare batteries
- Polarizing sunglasses
- Water bottle or water purifying bottle
- First aid kit
All the trekking guides of our team carry the first aid kit including medicine especially to overcome altitude sickness and diarrhea. It would also be good if you carry a small aid kit yourself. to avoid dysentery or diarrhea you could take water purifying tablets or water purifying bottles.
- Some Personal Belongings:
Besides, trekking gear some personal belongings are also crucial for one to overcome minor difficulty. some of them are:
- Sunscreen, soap, shampoo, hand sanitizer, insect repellents, wipers
- Toilet papers, small towel, brush, toothpaste
- Binoculars, camera, battery, compass
Actually your physical and psychological state must be all right to make the happiest trip along with the perfect equipment.
Here’s something interesting that you should know to make a successful outcome amongst lofty mountains.
Progress In Your Health:
Your health must be in good condition before exploring the trip. You can’t succeed if you are not in good health. You can start to do simple stretching exercises to make your body fit. Also, you must be careful while consuming the food, while in Nepal as well as in your home.
Not only physical health but also your mental health should be fine. You should have a clear head without stress. You should be prepared mentally before doing something and be confident about yourself.
