• Jeans or Slacks

• Towel and toilet kit

• Underwear

• Gloves or mittens

• Sleeping bag, warm to 20F, either down or fiberfill (or you can rent one in Kathmandu)

• Parka, down or fiberfill; a ski jacket is ok at Equipment = duffel bag, canvas or nylon with our frame (for porters to carry)

• Daypack or rucksack, waterproof, for you to carry

• Water bottle 1 liters or 1 quart; be sure it does not leak

• Flashlight

• Walking shoes: either boot or strong tennis or running shoes well broken in. There may be rain mud or snow; boots are sometimes necessary therefore we recommend bringing them despite the extra hassle. Many times the entire trek can be done in tennis shoes, but if there is snow, you run the risk of frostbite, or at least cold feet, if you do not have boots. If your feet are small (size 10 or less), you can rent boots in Kathmandu.

• Hats, one with a brim for sun; one wool for cold weather.

• Sunglasses or goggles: very important for travel above 12000 feet. Absolutely essential for Everest trek optional for Annapurna treks (though they may be necessary in December and January when there is now).

• Sunglasses or goggles: very important for travel above 12000 feet. Absolutely essential for Everest trek optional for Annapurna treks (though they may be necessary in December and January when there is now).

• Short-it may be warm during the day, especially near Pokhara. You will probably not wear shorts on Everest treks. Women should wear skirts instead of shorts.

• Socks-two pairs think wool wool/nylon.

• Shirts – we recommend two/three T-shirts and long sleeve shirts.

• Pocketknife (be sure this is packed in your checked baggage to avoid hassles with airport security).

• Rainwear-a poncho or you can buy a Nepalese umbrella in Kathmandu for about $6.

• Slippers or sandals for campsite wear. Rubber Shower Shoes are available in Kathmandu for about $4.

This list is suitable for most of 8 to 10 days’ trek. Although you can wash clothes during the trek; you may need extra socks and shirts etc. for longer treks. If your trek goes above 3500 meters (about 12000 feet) for more than one day you should pay particular attention to warm clothing. We strongly recommend carrying both a piles jacket and a down or fiberfill parka.

 
NOTES: The weight limit for a domestic flight is 15 kg. (33 pounds); please make an effort to keep your baggage within this weight limit.

Temperatures in the Everest Region average 20-degree to 30-degree Fahrenheit (10 degree centigrade to 15 degree centigrade). It is much colder than the above figures upto about 14000 feet, the highest point reached on a short Everest trek. Near Pokhara, temperatures are 5 D to 10 D F (3 D to 5 D Centigrade) warmer than Kathmandu. Remember that it will often feel quite cold because you will be outdoors all day.
Medical Supplies are recommended to bring the supplies listed under Medical Supplies in the above section. Since some of them are prescription drugs, you should visit your doctor and discuss the trip with him/her and obtain prescription. If your doctor makes recommendations contrary to the suggestions here, follow your doctor’s advice, and obtain substitutes for these items. It is not necessary to burden yourself with a lot of medicines for the trek, though you should carry enough to take care of most situations. Alpine Exodus P. Ltd. also provide a basic first aid kit-box on private treks that we organize, and would like to suggest you to bring your own aspirin, Band-Aids, etc. If you are taking an extended trek, you should equip your party to deal with possible problems and emergencies.

• Duffel Bag.
• Rucksack or frame less Canvas/Nylon, so as to carry by porters as they take it on back with the help of rope tying around it and on to the forth side of head.
• Flash light: with some extra cells.
• Water bottle, make sure that it doesn’t leak.
• Day pack, water proof for you to carry.
• Walking shoes: either boot or strong tennis or running shoes. Boots are recommended to avoid hassles if incase snowy or the rain turns out the way muddy. Boots are also safer against the frostbite. Boots of having good sized are may be available on rent in Kathmandu.
• Hats: 1 with brim from sun; 1 woolen for cold.
• Sunglasses or goggles: most essential for going above 12000 ft. or 4000 meter
• Pocket knife (be sure it is packed in your checked baggage to avoid hassles with airport security).
• Rain wear: a poncho: or you can buy an umbrella in Kathmandu for about US $ 6.
• Slippers or sandals for campsite wear: Rubber “shower shoes” are available in Kathmandu for about US $ 4.