Travel Check List

Use this list to plan your Nepal trekking, rafting or other trips. Packing light, but smart is essential for trips to Nepal. Whether you are on a Himalayan trek, river rafting or kayaking expedition or jungle safari, this trip will help you get ready enjoy your holiday in Nepal.

Nepal Trek Check List

• Travel documents (passport; itineraries, travel agent address, etc.)
• Money: Convertible currency in cash (USD or Euro is best for buying your visa at Nepal customs)
• Extra passport photos – you need them for entrance visa and trekking permits
• Credit/Debit cards, for use in Kathmandu or Pokhara (surcharges apply)
• Get 100 rupee notes for trek in Nepal while in Kathmandu – this is very important
• Day pack to carry your personal needs during the day.
• First aid kit (including any personal items; mole-skin or blister prevention/remedy)
• Medication/prescriptions – ask your doctor about your specific needs
• Prescription glasses and contact lens solution if required
• Small Alarm clock
• Torch/flashlight/headlamp
• Insect repellent
• Refillable water bottle and water purification tablets
• Sunscreen, hat and sunglasses
• Layerable, flexible clothes that are easy to wash and dry. Don’t overpack.
• Swimming clothes – if you are going rafting in Nepal (we recommend board shorts and dry wick shirt (sports) for all male and female clients).
• Lightweight travel towel
• Ear plugs (if you are staying in Kathmandu, dogs will bark all night)/eye mask
• Comfortable walking shoes
• Camera, film and/or memory cards with spare batteries
• Raincoat/umbrella
• Waterproof jacket
• Extra warm clothing during winter (December to February) – Down jackets/pant can be purchased in Thamel for discount prices.
• Personal hygiene products (female hygeine products like tampons can be bought in Thamel.)
• 4 season sleeping bag (Thamel price buy: 2000; rent: 20/day)
• Socks
• Slide on shoes or sport shoes for wearing in teahouse or camp. (Different than your trekking shoes.)
  Waterproof, thigh-length jacket of GoreTex or similar material (Thamel price buy: 1500)

Do you need more information about trekking in Nepal? Contact Sanjeev.