Please find the comprehensive packing list for Everest Base Camp Trek:
Footwear:
- Walking boots. A pair of water-repellent boots with ankle support.
- Gaiters. A pair used to keep boots dry if walking through deep snow.
- Walking socks.
- Yaktrax
- Trainers or trail shoes. Can be used in and around the lodge in the afternoons/evenings.
Clothing:
- Waterproof jacket and trousers (Gore-Tex or similar).
- Trekking trousers.
- Long sleeve shirts (not cotton).
- Micro fleece.
- Mid to heavyweight fleece.
- Sleeveless or body warmer type fleece.
- Thermals or base layer for top & bottom (merino wool or synthetic).
- Fleece pants.
- Medium weight down jacket (e.g.: Nuptse jacket by The North Face).
Handwear:
- Fleece gloves.
- Warms mittens and/or gloves.
Headwear:
- Wool or fleece hat.
- Sun hat.
- Bandana or scarf.
- Head torch. Bring extra batteries.
- Sunglasses.
Personal Equipment:
- Sleeping bag (Note: it is possible to rent this in Kathmandu for about $1 per day).
- Day packs large enough to carry water bottles, a camera, lunch, and extra clothing.
- Stuff sacks for keeping your gear dry and organized.
- Two water bottles (Nalgene wide-mouth bottles are the best).
- Sunscreen and lip salve with a high SPF.
- Water purification tablets (Pristine, Biox Aqua, or Aqua Mira).
- Favorite snack food.
- Trekking poles (optional).
- Camera with spare batteries and memory cards.
- Insurance certificate.
- Earplugs (optional).
- Baby wipes
- Hand sanitizer
- Face Mask
Traveling:
- Bring a small combination padlock to secure the bag.
- Travel clothes. You will need casual clothing for air travel days and time spent in Kathmandu.
- Toiletry bags include toilet paper, soap, towel, toothbrush, etc.
Personal first aid kit:
Note: we provide a comprehensive group first aid kit, but please bring personal medications and other items you might use regularly, such as:
- Any personal medications.
- Malaria prophylactic tablets.
- Blister treatment (Compeed patches are the best).
- Rehydration powder, e.g. Dioralyte.
- Analgesics (paracetamol, ibuprofen and aspirin).
- Plasters and zinc oxide tape.
- Throat lozenges.
- Diamox (helps with acclimatization).
