Nepal Packing List
Some of the items we suggest that you bring with you:
Essentials | Comfort & Convenience |
---|---|
Passport & photos | Inside slippers/flip flops |
Personal medications | Travel pillow |
Towel | Sunglasses |
Toiletries | Snacks |
Hand sanitizer/wipes | Ziplock bags |
Clothing | Bug repellent |
Good walking shoes/socks | Sunscreen |
Rain gear (summer months) | |
Daypack |
Technology: | Optional: |
---|---|
Headlamp | Water Bottle |
Adapters (two round prongs) | Small knife |
Power bank | Books, notebook, pen |
First aid kit |
Items for Work in the Villages
- Photos of your family
- Small Gifts
- balloons, art supplies, face paints, children’s books, etc.
Items for Trekking
- Trekking poles can be extremely helpful for anyone who has reason to be concerned about knee problems or balance.
- High-energy snacks like protein bars, trail mix, and jerky.
- Sleeping Bag
Items for Winter Travel
- When trekking in winter, it is critical to dress in multiple layers as conditions can vary significantly throughout the day.
- Lightweight, packable down jacket
- Long Underwear
Additional Items to Consider
- Cash in small denominations. ATMs and credit cards are not widely accepted in rural areas.
- Pack some sealable plastic bags to organize and waterproof items.
- Bring copies of important documents like passport, visa, etc. Keep originals separate.
Medications Although Kathmandu is a modern city where you can find virtually anything you need, it
can be helpful to bring a handful of basic medications for your team, especially if you are traveling outside the city.
- Motion sickness tablets - If you are prone to motion sickness, you may want to bring some tablets for the potentially long ride to the village.
- Pain Reliever
- Anti-diarrheal
- Antiseptic cream
- Vitamins
- Band-Aids
Please be sure to check with the CDC or your local equivalent for the latest health and vaccine information.