Things to carry on a trek

Based on the number of days you are planning to spend on a trek, here are the items you must carry along so that your trek has all the necessary items along for a better and safe trip.

Here are the items you must carry for a 1 day hike.

Head

  • Warm cap to protect yourself from heat loss from head and keep head warm.
  • Wide brim hat or cap to protect yourself from direct sunlight with high UV rays  on face.
  • A sunscreen lotion (preferably SPF 40) for protection against high intensity UV rays.
  • Sunglasses to avoid direct contact of high intensity UV rays with eyes.
  • A lip balm to protect yourself from high intensity UV rays.

Upper body

  • 1 long sleeved shirt or T-shirt for staying warmer and full protection against winds.
  • 1 half sleeved T-shirt to allow ventilation on warmer days.
  • 1 technical waterproof jacket to protect against rain.
  • 1 fleece jacket to add as an additional warm layer of clothing.
  • 1 light pair of gloves to avoid direct contact with cold air and avoid chilblain.

Lower body

  • 1 pair of undergarments to change  them in case you get wet while crossing a river stream.
  • 1 trekking trouser (preferably a convertible to allow ventilation on a warm day trek)
  • Waterproof trousers to protect yourself from getting wet while crossing a river stream, having to trek in rain.
  • 1 pair of hiking boots so that you have additional grip and comfort that is provided by hiking boots.
  • 1 pair of light socks to meet hygiene conditions and to change in case it gets wet while crossing a water stream, trekking in rain etc.

Accessories

  • Day pack 30-40 litres 
  • Trekking pole (preferably foldable so that you can keep it in or out with your sack)
  • Water bottle
  • Multipurpose knife
  • Head lamp just in case it gets dark while returning or you have to camp in an emergency.
  • Camera with chargeable batteries and empty SD card
  • A first aid kit
  • A notepad and pencil to make notes and record the observations.

Something to eat

  • Dry snacks
  • Fruits (carry them in a tiffin box of a plastic zipper)

Things to carry on a trek for multiple days.

Head

  • Warm cap
  • Wide brim hat or cap
  • A sunscreen lotion (preferably SPF 40)
  • Sunglasses minimum two just in case you lose or it gets damaged.
  • A lip balm
  • Moisturizer to be applied in the night after face wash.

Upper body

  • 2 long sleeved shirt or T shirt
  • 2 half sleeved T shirt
  • 1 technical waterproof jacket
  • 1 fleece jacket
  • 2 pair of gloves
  • 1 warm feather down jacket

Lower body

  • 2 pair of undergarments
  • 2 trekking trouser (preferably a convertible)
  • Waterproof trouser
  • 1 pair of hiking boots
  • 3 pair of light socks

Accessories

  • Day pack 30-40 litres 
  • A sturdy rucksack 60 -70 litres
  • Trekking pole (preferably foldable)
  • Water bottle
  • Multipurpose knife
  • Head lamp with spare batteries 
  • Camera with chargeable batteries and empty SD card
  • A first aid kit
  • A notepad and pencil
  • A towel
  • Wet wipes
  • Toiletries kit
  • Shaving kit
  • Sleeping bag
  • Mattress
  • Plastic bag to put your clothes in it so that you can provide them extra safety against water.
  • Umbrella or a rain cover
  • Face buff

Something to eat

  • Dry snacks
  • Dehydrated fruits (carry them in a tiffin box of a plastic zipper)
  • Energy powder to add in water such as Tang.
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