What to carry during a trek?




Thursday, April 12, 2012

 

day trek

1 - light, breathable t-shirt (wear 1 + carry 1 extra)
2 - long, light, dry-fit pants (for walking on grassy hill slopes)
3 - light, shorts (for walking along stream/boulders, swimming in pools/falls)
4 - breathable shoes (dry easily when wet)
5 - compact back pack (max 25-30L)
6 - light towel (good protection against sun when hot)
7 - sun screen
8 - camera
9 - reusable PET bottle(s) (to fill water when leaving stream)

overnight trek

10 - thermocoil mat for sleeping comfortably/warm on rough terrain
11 - light blanket for sleeping (summer) or sleeping bag (winter)
12 - bowl and spoon for soup, dinner, tea
13 - torch for walking after sunset and campsite




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