» What gears and equipment do I need for Everest Base Camp Trek?
For the 15 Nights 16 Days Everest Base Camp Trek, we recommend the following gears and equipment for backpacking:
CLOTHING
a. Down or fiber-filled waterproof/ wax jacket and trousers
b. Fleece jacket or pullover
c. Warm cotton tracksuit-pants
d. Shirts and T-shirts
e. Lightweight cotton long pants (3 pairs)
f. Long underwear
g. Short underwear
h. Lightweight gloves
i. Rain gear (coat, rain cover for the bag)
j. Heavyweight gloves or mittens with a waterproof
EQUIPMENT
k. Sleeping bag
l. Down jacket
m. Daypack
n. Flashlight with spare bulbs, batteries, gaiters
HEAD
o. Sun hat or scarf
p. Warm fleece hat
q. Sunglasses with UV protection
r. Sunscreen with a very high SPF factor (100+)
s. Lip balm
FOOTWEAR
t. Trekking boot: (Sturdy, ankle–support, water-resistant, well broken in)
u. Gaiters (for high passes above 3500 meters)
v. Thick socks
w. Light socks
x. Camp shoes/ Crocs
y. Sandals (1 pair)
DRINKING WATER
z. Water Bottle, Purification equipment, or purification tablets
MISCELLANEOUS
aa. Cameras, Torch Light, Binoculars, Reading book, Travel games