Tibet Trekking Equipments & Accessories List

Equipments & Accessories List
>> trekking boots - well broken in and waterproofed
>> running or tennis shoes
>> down jacket or equivalent with hood
>> one heavy wool shirt or sweater
>> two cotton shirts
>> one pair cotton trousers or shorts
>> one pair woollen trousers
>> one pair shorts or calf-length skirt/culottes for women (skirts are more comfortable and
culturally more acceptable)
>> three pairs of regular underwear
>> long underwear - thermal or wool
>> wind- and rain-gear with hood
>> sun hat with brim
>> woollen hat or balaclava
>> woollen mittens or gloves
>> woollen socks to wear with boots
>> cotton socks
>> personal first-aid kit including medication for common ailments such as headaches,
dysentery etc., moleskin, antiseptic cream, surgical tape, band aids, sun cream (15% block
out advised for Spiti and Ladakh), lip salve and medicines
>> water purification tablets
>> toilet kit - including extra toilet paper, towel and soap
>> flashlight with extra batteries
>> sunglasses or snow goggles (an extra pair is recommended)
>> water bottle, preferably wide mouthed, with at least one liter capacity
>> pocket knife
>> swimsuit
>> note book with pens and pencils
>> plastic bags - small size for books, film etc., larger bags for clothes, sleeping bags and duffel
bag liners light
>> weight day pack
>> duffel bag - preferably waterproof

Optional Accessories
1.camera and film - bring plenty, as film is expensive and not easily available
2.binoculars
3.umbrella - available locally
4.repair kit with needle, thread, tape, glue, scissors, etc.
5.extra water bottle - recommended for Ladakh wind pants, gaiters and down booties - for high
altitude treks small supply of personal energy snacks reading material, playing cars, lightweight
chess board, Scrabble, etc.
6.give-aways such as pens, pencils, books, etc.
( Source: China Tibet Info Center)