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What to pack for Everest Base Camp Trek?

By Glorious Himalaya on November 21, 2022 in Travel Tips, Trekking

One of the most sought-after journeys among adventurers is to Everest Base Camp. It takes an enormous effort to reach the base of the tallest mountain in the world. The mountains, though, can be unpredictable. Most first-time travelers are unaware of the kinds of equipment they’ll need for their voyage. This comprehensive packing list for the Everest Base Camp climb will be useful for them. The following are the essentials you’ll need to make your trek convenient and comfortable so you may enjoy it to the fullest.

1. Important Travel Documents

  • Travel Blueprint: In case you are not carrying any smartphones.
  • Passport: Registration is required at the entry gate.
  • Visa: Once in Kathmandu, obtaining a visa is simple. Bring $30 for 15 Days or $50 for 30 Days.
  • Passport-Size Photo: Required occasionally for a trekking permit. For Everest Treks, may not be necessary.
  • Immunization: Covid-19 vaccination card or online proof certificate is required to obtain an arrival visa at the airport.
  • Travel Insurance: If you intend to hike to the Everest Base Camp, travel insurance is crucial. You could run into a lot of issues while hiking to Everest Base Camp, including altitude sickness, mishaps, bad weather, and aircraft delays.
  • Cash: While there are occasionally ATMs along the path, they are almost always broken, thus $200–300 in cash is advised.

2. Clothing

Headgear

  • Sunglasses: To shield yourself from harmful UV rays and ice glare at higher elevations, you will need a pair of dark, wrap-around shades, preferably category 3 or 4.
  • Broad-brimmed hat: To cover your ears, neck, and face from the strong rays of the sun.
  • Bandana/Scarf: Due to the dry weather, the mountain trails are dusty. Therefore, a bandana will be quite helpful.
  • Wool hat: To keep you warm in the chilly weather, particularly during the cold Himalayan mornings and nights. It must cover your ears.
  • Gaiters: This is a crucial piece of equipment since it covers your mouth and keeps your neck warm. It will also aid in defending you from dryness.
  • Headlamp: Important for nighttime treks as well as morning and evenings in the lodges.

 Body wear-Torso

  • Heavy Down Jacket: You will wear this in the mornings and at night on your way to Everest Base Camp. A premium goose-down jacket with 700 or 800 fill power is a crucial component of your equipment if you want to stay warm in subzero temps.
  • Heavy Fleece Jacket: The heavy fleece jacket is a very effective insulator jacket. Similar to a down jacket, but a little bit more breathable.
  • Waterproof Jacket with Hood (Gortex): This jacket should be thin and lightweight. The hood will shield you from snow, rain and wind.
  • Long Sleeve Shirt (moisture-wicking fabric): Lightweight and good for hiking at lower elevations.
  • Short Sleeve T-shirt (Moisture-wicking fabric): Lightweight and good for hiking at lower elevations.

  Handwear

  • Light inner gloves/glove liners: In order to have a comfortable experience and to avoid frostbites, it is essential to keep your hands warm. You will require one pair of light inner-liner gloves.
  • Insulated wool or down mittens/gloves: The outer gloves should be warm, like the ones you would wear while skiing. These are necessary to keep you warm in freezing temperatures.

Body wear (Lower Body)

  • Waterproof Trekking pants: Trekking pants are made of synthetic fibers that dry quickly. It can be useful to have the kind that can be unzipped to become shorts. In case of severe snowfall or rain, you need two pairs of waterproof pants that may be worn over your trekking pants. These can be waterproofing materials like Gore-Tex.
  • Fleece pants: You’ll want to change into a fresh outfit each day when you arrive at your hotel. A pair of warm fleece pants are advised.
  • Hiking shorts: For sunny days.
  • Underwear: Moisture-wicking fabric is recommended.

 Footwear

  • Hiking boots with ankle support: On any expedition, it’s crucial to have a pair of trekking boots that are comfortable, warm and waterproof. You will walk from 4 to 16 days or even more. Your hiking boots must be made of waterproof materials such as high-quality leather. You will require a hiking boot with excellent ankle support and an ideal fit. The sole should be as stiff as possible. Make sure the boot has deep-cut traction on the sole which will prevent you from slipping. You should buy these in advance and break them in. Never bring brand-new boots that have never been worn on the vacation.
  • Camp shoes or tennis shoes: When you arrive at the lodge each night, you should remove your boots. A light trail running shoe or trainer is recommended.
  • Hiking socks: They’ll keep your feet dry and comfortable. Typically 3 pairs of thin-liner socks and 5 pairs of thick socks are required.

3. Trekking gears and Accessories

  • Duffle bag: A duffle bag with a capacity of 90/100 liters (20-22 gallons) is recommended. The porters/yaks will transport this.
  • Sleeping bag rated to -18°C/ 0°F: You will be sleeping on a bed in the lodges. Depending on your tastes and tolerance for cold, you can also pack a liner sheet for your sleeping bag.
  • Trekking poles: Trekking poles operate as an extra set of limbs, providing increased stability when traversing difficult terrain.
  • Daypack: Approximately a 25-litre pack, for you to carry your daily items. This must have a hip belt for support/weight loading and should have an inner frame for comfort on your back.
  • Water bottles or hydration bladder: Thick plastic bottles that you can fill with boiling water at night, which can also be used as hot water bottles.
  • Hand warmers: They hold heat for an impressive amount of time.
  • Travel pillow or pillowcase: Travel pillows can provide support for the neck and head, alleviating some pain and discomfort when combating an upright sleeping position while traveling.

4. Medicines and toiletries

  • Antibiotics: One for chest and upper respiratory tract infections and one for abdominal, and bowel infections.
  • Painkillers: Paracetamol, Ibuprofen, Aspirin, Advil
  • Cough Lozenges: For the symptomatic relief of mouth and throat infections, dry, irritating cough associated with the common cold and nasal congestion.
  • Anti-inflammatory Tablets:  To relieve symptoms of headaches, painful periods, sprains and strains, colds and flu.
  • Altitude Sickness Tablets: Diamox or Acetazolamide to prevent AMS.
  • Personal Prescriptions:  In case you need to purchase your medications.
  • Skin-blister repair kit.
  • Water purification tablets or water filters: Purification tablets to purify the water along the trails.
  • Sunscreen: SPF 50 to protect you from the extreme rays at altitude.
  • Lip balm with sunscreen
  • Hand sanitizer
  • Moisturizers
  •  Feminine hygiene products (as needed)
  •  Earplugs (for sleeping)
  • Toilet Paper
  • Wet wipes
  • Medium-sized quick-drying towel
  • Soap
  • Deodorant
  • Electrolytes powder or Tablets

5. Additional supplies

  • Portable solar charger or Power Bank
  • Journal and Pen
  • Books
  • Playing Cards
  • Long Sleeve Shirt ( moisture-wicking fabric): 2 Pairs
  • Short-sleeve t-shirt (Moisture-wicking fabric): 1 Pair
  • Heavy Down Jacket
  • Heavy Fleece Jacket
  • Waterproof Jacket with Hood:
  • Trekking pants:
  • Fleece pants:
  • Waterproof pants:
  • Hiking shorts:
  • Long underwear: (2)
  • Underwear: (10)
  • Hiking socks (10)
  • Warm thermal socks (1)

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