Packing List for Trekking in Nepal: The Complete Checklist

Whether you’re trekking for 4 days or 4 weeks, the right gear makes all the difference. Here’s our complete packing list, broken down by category.

Clothing (Layering is Key)

• Base layer: Merino top + bottom (1 set)
• Mid layer: Fleece jacket + fleece pants
• Outer shell: Down jacket (-15°C or colder for high treks)
• Rain shell: Gore-Tex jacket + pants
• Trekking pants: 1-2 pairs (convertible is great)
• Trekking shirts: 2-3 quick-dry shirts
• Underwear: 3-4 pairs merino
• Socks: 3 pairs merino trekking + 2 pairs liner

Sleeping & Shelter

• Sleeping bag rated 10°C colder than your lowest expected temperature
• Sleeping bag liner (silk or fleece)
• Inflatable pad (R-value 4+ for high altitude)

Footwear

• Trekking boots (broken in!)
• Camp shoes (sandals or down booties)
• Gaiters (for snow or dust)

Backpack

• 50-65L pack (depending on trek length)
• Rain cover
• Pack liner (dry bag inside)

Accessories

• Trekking poles (saves your knees on descents)
• Headlamp + spare batteries
• Sunglasses Cat 4 for high altitude
• Sun hat + warm beanie
• Insulated gloves + spare pair
• Buff or neck gaiter
• Water bottles or hydration bladder (3L total)
• Water filter or purification tablets
• Power bank (20000mAh+)
• Solar charger for long treks

First Aid

• Comprehensive first aid kit
• Diamox for altitude
• Imodium and rehydration salts
• Blister kit (Compeed, tape, scissors)
• Sunscreen SPF 50+ and lip balm

What to Leave at Home

Don’t bring cotton (it stays wet), jeans, heavy DSLRs (unless you’re a pro), or full-size toiletries. Travel-size everything.

The easiest way to assemble all of this? Rent one of our trek packages — they include everything for one daily rate.