Adventure Mountain Treks , Trekking Checklist
As you are planning for your next trekking and camping trip to the extreme remote areas of Himalayan region of Nepal. It is always better to carry the essential gears and accessories. This page includes Trekking Checklist of all the gear you need for a backpacking trekking trip.
We are listing the trekking checklist of all the important accessories and gears for any trek. It may intimidate you (and your wallet) but don’t worry: the materials that we use vary from trek to trek. You likely need less than half the things on this page depending on where you are traveling and your style. So you can CONTACT US for the guide for selecting the materials according to your trekking style and location.
We will walk you through it step by step to help you figure out what you actually need.
THE BIG THREE
These are the big ticket items that most affect your backpacking trip. If you want to save weight or make your system more efficient, Focus first in this three areas
Tent or Ultralight Shelter
Multi-day or Ultralight Version
3. Sleep System
Mummy Bag or Quilt
Sleeping Pad
THE ESSENTIALS
Sunglasses
Lip Care
Sunscreen
Sun Hat
2. Navigation
Map
Compass
GPS or GPS Watch or Smartphone with GPS App
Backpacking Stove
Mug
Spoon/Spork
4. Illumination
Headlamp
Extra Batteries
Solar Charger or External Battery
Meals for planned days out
Snacks and Extra Food
6. Water
Bottle or Bladder
Water Filter or Treatment
First Aid Kit
Emergency Blanket
8. Fire
Lighter
Waterproof Matches
Here we list the appropriate clothing items as well as optional accessories and some alternatives that
can lighten your pack. Not all items are needed for every backpacking trip, but it is helpful to consider
what you may need each time.
CLOTHING AND FOOTWEAR ESSENTIALS
1. Warm Weather Clothing
Hiking Pants
Hiking Boots or Shoes
Hiking Socks
Rain Jacket
Insulated Jacket (Down or Synthetic)
Underwear (non-cotton)
2. Cold Weather Clothing
Hardshell Jacket
Long Underwear
Thicker Insulated Jacket(Down/Synthetic)
Gloves
Warm Hat/Beanie
OPTIONAL ITEMS
Trekking Poles
Gaiters
Rain Pants
Personal Locater Beacon
GPS or Altimeter Watch
Extra Cord
Camera
2. Ultralight Hiking Alternatives
Minimalist First Aid and Repair Kits
Trail Running/Minimalist Shoes
Collapsible Water Bottles
Stuff Sack to compress layers
Lightweight Rain Layer to double as Wind Jacket / Hardshell
Down Jacket instead of Fleece or Synthetic Jacket
Bivy Sack or Hammock
Ultralight Quilt
Ultralight Tent or Tarp Shelter
Modular Floorless Tent
3. Luxury Items
Chair
Camp Shoes
Binoculars
These are the list for Trekking if you are searching for Peak Climbing checklist click here.
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