Hiking Equipment
Having the right hiking gear can be the difference between an enjoyable hiking experience and utter misery.
Check out the essential and optional items given below to ensure that you are well equipped for your next trekking expedition.
Essential Personal Items
- Waterproof hiking boots
- Waterproof jacket
- Raincoat / poncho
- Rucksack
- Waterproof cover for rucksack
- Water bottle (1 litre)
- 1 spare undergarments
- 1 pair spare socks
- Warm hat
- Sunburn protection (cloth, hat, sunscreen)
- Torch
- Wipes
- Power bank
Optional Personal Items
- Small day bag
- Hiking stick(s)
- Hand towel
- Foldable knife
- Spare shirts and trousers
- Slippers
- Gaiters (if deep snow is expected)
- Bin bag / shopper
- Tootbrush and small toothpaste
Camping Items
- Lined tent
- Sleeping bag
- Mattress
- Portable stove
- Propane gas cannisters
Eating on the Hike
- Biscuits
- Energy bars / chocolates
- Nuts (almonds / cashews)
- Tang sachets
- Canned / Ready-to-eat food
First Aid Kit
- Paracetamol
- Imodium
- Diamox (for over 4,000 m hikes)
- Polyfax (skin)
- Gauze
- Plasters