Everybody has to know that the right clothing and equipment is essential for a successful mountain trip. There will be some items and travel clothes which you will want to pack for the journey which will not be required on the tour in the mountains, so these may be left at your hotel and collected at the end, a light fold away small bag is useful for these items.

The following list is a combination of suggestion, advice and our experience of what you will need. For additional information’s do not hesitate to contact us.

This is what we think essential for safety and basic comfort.

Navigation

• Compass
• Map

Sun protection

• Sunscreen
• Lip balm
• Sunglasses

Clothing – warm weather

• Wicking T – shirt (synthetic or wool)
• Wicking underwear
• Quick – drying pants or shorts
• Long – sleeve shirt (protecting from sun, bugs)
• Rainwear (jackets, pants – waterproof and breathable)
• Sun – shielding hat
• Bandana or Buff

Clothing cool weather

• Wicking long – sleeve T – shirt
• Wicking long underwear
• Hat, cap, skullcap, balaclava or headband
• Gloves or mittens
• Rainwear (jackets, pants – waterproof and breathable)
• Fleece jacket or vest, and pants

Footwear

• Hiking Boots suited to terrain and conditions
• Trekking socks (synthetic or wool) plus spares
• Gaiters (for snow conditions)

Other

• Backpack 30 – 45 liters
• Trekking poles
• Energy food and beverages
• Water bottle or camelback
• Nylon cord (5 meters)
• First aid kit
• Knife or multi – tool, duct tape strips
• Headlamp with extra batteries
• Camera
• Wet wipes and toilet rolls
• Small Ziploc plastic boxes
• Notebook & Pencil
• Money belt