Trek Check - What to pack for your trek.

This is a suggested list of items you will need to take on your trekking expedition and whilst not exhaustive, it should provide a starting point for your packing.

Sleeping

Backpack: full-size backpack for longer trips. For short, day long treks, a daypack may be sufficient.

Tent, sleeping bag and compact sleeping mat. These should be specified for the environment you are trekking in.

What to Wear

Light-weight, good quality hiking boots that provide ankle support. Remember to wear them in before starting a long trek to avoid blisters. Include suitable socks.

Clothing: Remember that you can add layers for different temperatures at different altitudes and that everything you bring you will need to carry (unless you are on a trek that includes porterage). You should also include a complete change of clothing so you can get into dry clothes if what you are wearing gets soaked.

Light-weight raingear; if jacket can double as a windbreaker, this is doubly good.

Hat/cap with a brim for sun protection and sunglasses.

Equipment

Multipurpose knife

Torch with spare batteries

Matches.

Water bottle and water purifying kit (if required for the area you are travelling in)

Towel and necessary toiletries, including toilet paper.

Insect repellent and sun block

Camera and lots of film.

First aid items.