Packing for Nepal depends on the kind of trip you are taking and the weather of Nepal when you will be here but you must have the adequate equipment to safely adventure in Nepal. Having the right equipment is essential if you plan to go trekking, hiking or climb the great peaks. There are plenty of places to acquire trekking and climbing equipment in Nepal, especially in the Thamel area of Kathmandu. As you step into Thamel you will notice shops overflowing with equipment for hiking, trekking and climbing. The price of each item may vary from shop to shop and item to item.
Here is a list of items you might need:
● Head lamp/ Torch light
● Mosquito repellent (depending on the season and region you are travelling to)
● Durable water bottles
● Wind jacket
● Raincoat/ Waterproof jacket
● Hiking boots
● Climbing shoes
● Cramp-ons (for snowy regions)
● Fleece jacket
● Hiking trousers/pants
● Sleeping bag
● First aid kit (which should include personal medications as well as general electrolytes, bandaids, paracetamol, gauze, antiseptic and any other essential medical equipment)
Some equipment such as boots, sleeping bags and heavy jackets can be easily rented from shops in Thamel, Pokhara, Namche Bazaar and other places.
Some recommended shops in Thamel you can rent from are:
● Shona's Alpine
● Kalapathar Trekking Store
● Gears Nepal
● Goreto Gear Traders
● Samden Sherpa
● Sagarmatha Trekking Shop
● Outdoor Compass Trekking Shop
● Guide Himalaya Trekking Shop
● Nepal Mountain Trekking Store
Some recommended shops in Pokhara you can rent from are:
● Pokhara Trekking shop
● Sunrise Trekking Equipment
● Yak’n’Yeti Trekking shop
● Sunrise Trekking shop
● Adventure Trekking shop
● Mardi Himal Trekking store
● Four Seasons Trekking shop
There will also be rental shops higher up in the Himalayan region which you can access with the help of your guides but it is better to have all the equipment ready before you venture upwards.
Written by
Kritisha Amatya
