Things to Carry List :
· Backpack (55 – 65 L) with sturdy straps and supporting frame. Quechua Forclaz 60 is a good choice.
· Daypack (20-25 L) – optional. Useful for summit/pass day, handy if you want to offload your backpack on the trek.
· Trekking shoes – Sports shoes are an absolute NO in trekking. You need Traction on Snow and Sport Shoes with PVC soles hardly justifies the choice. Ensure the shoes are well used before the trek. Forclaz 500 and Woodland are good choices.
· 3 pair of track pants (at least one should be synthetic quick-dry kind). Or 3 pair of cotton pants with lots of pockets. Track pants are light and we highly recommend them. Plus when things get really cold then layers of clothes matter.
· 3 cotton t-shirt with collar.
· One full Sleeve Sweater. A fleece jacket would be an alternative.
· A full sleeve thick Jacket.
· 4 pairs of Undergarments.
· 1 pair of Thermal Inners.
· 4-5 pair of Sports Socks.
· Woolen Monkey cap/Balaclava that cover the ear.
· Light weight Rain Coat/Poncho (to escape a quick burst of rain).
· Hand Gloves (water proof).
· Sun glasses – Buy the one which will cover your eyes well. Choose from Black, Green, Brown. Blue coloured Sunglass cannot block UV rays.
· Avoid multi toned ones too. Sunglasses prevent snow blindness, and are mandatory for treks.
· Sun Cap and/or Head-Scarf.
· Trekking Pole is mandatory.
· Light towel (a quick drying kind).
· Chap stick or Lip Balm.
· Cold Cream and Sun Screen Lotion (SPF 40+).
· 2 Water bottles (1 L each). Do not carry packaged water bottles.
· LED torch with extra set of cells/ Head Lamps (preferred).
· Personal Toilet Kit (minimal) and Toilet Paper.
· Small Repair Kit consisting of Safety Pins, Needle, Thread and String (mandatory).
· Slippers/Sandals (for walking around campsite).
· While there are adequate food provided on trek, some do feel very less energetic compared to others. So you can carry few energy bars, dry fruits, etc
· Camera, writing or recording material to log your experience.
Note:
· There is a different permission charge for Foreigner & the difference amount should be paid by the participant on spot.
· Itinerary can be changed, in case of snow, rainfall and landslides.
· Accomodation will be 3/4 sharing basis with attach washroom facilities. Strictly there will be a seprate rooms for ladies and seprate rooms for gents.
· We advice you keep a extra day and plan your travel because the weather in the himalaya is unpredictable.
Important Instructions:
· No smoking and no alcohol
· No littering, no pollution of water
· This is not a luxury trip, but all care has been taken to make your trip comfortable
· Food will be mostly vegetarian
· We carry Basic First Aid and if you need anything you can ask the organizers
· If you feel unwell bring to the notice of the organizers immediately.
If you can't swim don't go deep into the water
