About Clothing Equipment
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Nepal is a small Himalayan country lying between India and the Tibetan Autonomous Region of China.In terms of bio-diversity Nepal has wide-range of ecosystem with dense alpine forests swarmed with diverse wildlife, frozen valleys, deep gorges, wind-swept deserts, fast flowing rivers, lakes and glacial lakes that originate in the Himalayas among greatest peaks of the world.The multiplicity in Nepal's topography provides home to wildlife like tigers, rhinos, monkeys, bears, yaks, leopards and different species of insects and birds. Being one of the most beautiful countries it is a heavenly place for traveling and trekking to travelers who love to explore the remote & unknown virgin areas, of Nepal and its life. Nepal can be a wholesome and complete destination for the tourists with the comprehensive package tour trekking andmountaineering adventures offered by Seven Peaks.
Clothing
Clothing depends on your visiting areas and time, however, it is recommended to have both light and warm clothing in the mountain areas or in Kathmandu Valley. Preferable to bring warm clothes (Nov-Feb) especially for the groups going to higher altitude; The color preference should be for khaki or green \beige \brown clothing, as this could greatly enhance the chances of seeing wildlife in National Parks. Among spare clothing, several thinner layers are better than one thick layer in addition of rain gears, sun protections are advisable. For footwear flat soled shoe for city sight seeing, and walking boots with good tread & ankle support is best. No transparent clothes or shorts for women are acceptable in this society. However, shorts are acceptable for men when walking out. But going without a shirt is not appreciated.
Equipment
Equipment check list that follows details the equipment you will need for your trek. Most of these items are available for rent or sale in Kathmandu, but all trekking equipment in Nepal is either used equipment that was sold by other trekkers or mountaineering expeditions or locally made reproductions of internationally known brands.
Trekking equipments list
- • Sun hat or scarf
- • Light balaclava or warm fleece hat
- • Sunglasses with UV protection
- • T-shirts (2)
- • Light and expedition weight thermal tops
- • Fleece jacket or pullover
- • Fleece Wind-Stopper jacket (optional)
- • Waterproof (preferably breathable fabric) shell jacket
- • Down vest and/or jacket [Himalayan Glacier will supply]
- • Lightweight gloves
- • Heavyweight gloves or mittens with a waterproof shell outer
- • Underwear (4)
- • Hiking shorts (2)
- • Lightweight cotton long pants
- • Light and expedition weight thermal bottoms
- • Fleece or wool pants
- • Waterproof (preferably breathable fabric) shell pants
- • Thin, lightweight inner socks (4)
- • Thick, warm wool hiking socks (4)
- • Hiking boots with spare laces
- • Campers shoes (sneakers and/or sandals) Gaiters for hiking in winter to the base camp
- • Sleeping bag rated to zero degrees F [Himalayan Glacier will supply]
- • Headlamp (e.g. Petzl Zoom) with spare bulbs and batteries
- • Small pad or combination lock-to-lock Himalayan Glacier trek bag-pack
- • Basic First Aid Kit (see Health and Medicinal)
- • Large plastic bags - for keeping items dry inside trek bag
- • Daypack (approximately 2500 to 3000 cubic inches)
- • Thermo-rest sleeping pad
- • Water bottles (2)
- • Small wash towel
Extras
- • Binoculars
- • Reading book
- • Trail Map/Guide book
- • Journal & Pen
- • Walkman
- • Pencils and small notebooks
