In my most recent article: 17 things they don’t tell you about trekking the Himalayas.  I tell you the raw, dirty and dark truths about trekking. I hope I didn’t steer you away. I hope you realized that trekking the Himalayas is an experience of a lifetime. It’s a MUST DO and something you absolutely have to EXPERIENCE!
With that being said, I figured it would only be right for me to share a packing list in hopes that you do join me from  May 9th- 24th in Nepal when I will be running my first transformational trip. – hehe, you see what I did there… 😉
No, seriously though, this list is EVERYTHING you will need to make your trip easy, comfortable and worry-free. I have to cover, I promise! Just bring what I suggest here and you will be good to go!
Because this trip is a metaphor to life, you won’t be needing a lot. You will only need the necessities. Trust me when I tell you… I got rid of a lot of things during this trek that I didn’t need to carry. Don’t bring anything you know you won’t be needing with 100% certainty. It’s easier to carry less and only what you need instead of having to throw away the extra that you brought along!
A List of 32 Must Have Items
- Insurance. This is the most important thing you need! As a traveler, I have Allianz Travel Insurance. You can get additional insurance for altitude sickness. Altitude sickness is the most important thing you need to worry about while trekking. Allianz covers you up to 18k ft. My trek was at 17, 575 ft.
- Action Wipes – baby wipes won’t be strong enough and trust me when I tell you, this is a life saver!
- Face wipes
- Toothpaste + toothbrush
- Travel size shampoo + conditioner (although I do warn, you won’t be showering that much)
- 2 pairs of base layers
- 2 sets of pants or yoga pants (think layer)
- 4 shirts
- Rain pants
- Hiking Boots (lightweight)
- Rain Jacket (thin layer)
- Down Sweater (Jacket)
- Two pairs of wool socks
- Two pairs of polyester socks
- Walking stick (2)
- A Day Pack (where you’ll carry your essentials)
- Snacks (nuts, chocolate, energy bars)
- Slippers
- Camera
- Sunglasses
- Bandana
- Hat
- 3 rolls of toilet paper
- Journal + set of playing cards
- Sunscreen
- Bug spray
- Sleeping bag
- Water bottle
- Pillow sheet
- Extra shirt and pants to just sleep in (use something warm)
- Any special cream you use to massage your muscles at the end of the day from walking all day.
- Poncho
There you have it! A list of 32 things I wouldn’t trek the Himalayas without! I over packed on the shirts and pants and to be honest, you won’t be showering as much as you think so… as much as I hate to admit it… you’ll get used to keeping the same clothes on because it gets so cold!
The temperature drops at night because you’re trekking high altitude.
Believe it or not, it’s actually pretty expensive up in the mountains! I would suggest packing as much paper and snacks you like, there is no limit to that!
For those of you that might be freaking out about not showering. There are showers! Just not in every location you stop in at night. You have to pay for a warm shower ($7-10USD). Keep in mind that this isn’t a trip of luxury; It’s a trip that will change your life. If you’re looking to have a human experience and step out of your comfort zone, this is certainly for you!
Interesting in joining my trip on May 9-24th, click here for more info or reach out to me via social media with questions. I am always happy to answer! 🙂
Great list! I like that you included face wipes because a lot of people forget those. On a different note, has anyone else hard of Jetzy? I keep hearing things about it but I want to know more about the app.
Love this post! Def would want to try to go trecking in Himalayans!
Everyone forgets the bug spray! Including that was a nice touch. Also, do you use Jetzy? I used it to find some great places by the Himalayas and other hikers.
haha yes! that bug stray is KEY! thank you!
Today, I feel that the need to travel to the Himalayas!
Well sign up for my trip next year! 🙂 get on the waitlist. It’s going to be epic! http://bit.ly/TSGTeverestbasecamp