Packing List for Trekking in Nepal
You have to be well-packed for trekking in Nepal. As per the trekking difficulty and region, you may need a few items more or less. Below we have made a comprehensive trekking packing guide for anyone planning to visit Nepal to explore the Himalayas.
*Note: You do not have to bring everything from your home for the trek. You can buy all trekking gear, clothes, and other essentials upon arriving in Kathmandu, Nepal. Moreover, if you are on a tight budget, you can rent most of the trekking clothes and gear for as low as USD 1 to USD 3 per day.
Head & Hand
Sun Cap
Wool/Fleece Hat
Balaclava
Neck Gaiter/High Neck
Lightweight Synthetic Liner Glove
Wind Stopper Fleece Gloves
Clothes
Underwear
Short-Sleeved Shirts/T-shirts
Lightweight Top/Thermo Coat
Midweight Top
Fleece Jacket
Down Insulated Jacket
Lightweight Long Underpants
Midweight Long Underpants
Trekking Pants
Synthetic Insulated Pants
Trekking Socks
First Aid Kit
Sunscreen (-50 Spf)
Lips Guard (-20/-50 Spf)
Water Purification Tablets
Baby Wipes or Wet Towels
Handy Plaster
Crack Bandage
Tincture
Lodine
Strepsils
Antibiotic
Paracetamol
Aspirin
Sinex
Anti-Diarrhea Capsule/Eldoper
Brufen/Ibuprofens
Diamox
Eye Drops
Zip-Lock Bags
Toiletries
Hand Sanitizers & Hand wash
Wet Tissues
Toothpaste
Toothbrush
Bath Soap
Shampoo
Moisturizers
Laundry Soap
Garbage Bag
Miscellaneous
Trekking Poles
Swiss Knife
Sandals
Lightweight Hiking/Trekking Boots
Rucksacks (45 - 55 Ltr.)
Sleeping Bag
1 Duffel Bag
Water Bottles
Umbrella/Rain Coat
Spare batteries
Waterproof Stuff Sacks
Satellite Phone (if possible)
Solar chargeable power bank (optional)
Journal/Pen
Book/Board Game
Bars & Snacks
Travel Documents
Valid Passport
Valid Visa
4 PP Size Photo
Insurance Paper (Medical & Rescue) & Contact Address
Family/Company Contact Number & Address
Credit Card
Cash
Map