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Waterproof Pack liner Hydration unit or Unbreakable drink bottles (2 x 1L) Mid-weight hiking socks Shoes suitable for light, supported trail walking Sandals or comfortable shoes to wear when not trekking Waterproof, breathable jacket and pants Softshell or windproof fleece jacket Mid-weight top and pants (fleece or wool) Thermal tops and pants (powerdry, wool or polypro) Quickdry easy care long sleeve shirt with collar for sun protection Quickdry easy care T shirt (no cotton) Quickdry easy care shorts Quickdry easy care pants (convertible pants recommended for flexibility) Quickdry anti-chafe underwear
Gear Checklist
The best time to trek in Peru is from the end of April through to mid-October. C Temperatures in the area around Lima are warm during ) at night. In the the day (20-25°C) and cool (5°C take place, treks the e wher , Peru of ands highl range of 10the in be will res eratu temp daytime when a down night at -10°C as low as g 20°C fallin . warm you keep to nded mme jacket is reco sed to intense Patagonia’s southern coast is expo on (Nov-March) Antarctic winds. The summer seas °C and drops has day time temps between 8-20 y and comfort, to zero at night. For your own safet equipped with you will need to be adequately f clothing that appropriate warm and waterproo wet. This means when even warm you keep will e. synthetic thermals, wool or fleec
Suggested for extreme temps, winte r season or higher elevations Check if may be provided by Trave l Operator
ESSENTIAL GEAR
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Beanie Sun Hat Quickdry towel Toothbrush, toothpaste, travel case Anti bacterial handwash or sanitising gel Sunglasses, sunscreen, lip balm, Aloe gel Cord (10m of 3mm cord) Headtorch + spare batteries Insect repellent
• A tote bag is useful to protect and secure trekking packs while traveling between destinations. • Trekking poles are a good idea for the young or old as they can provide just that little bit of extra traction when moving through uneven terrain, but more importantly, they distribute the carrying load to reduce fatigue over a long day of trekking. • Down jackets make excellent insulators without the extra bulk as they can pack down into a smaller package given the amount of warmth they provide.
RECOMMENDED GEAR
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Trekking pack or travel pack (to suit your journey) Waterproof Pack liner Sleeping bag - 4 season Sleeping mat
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Waterproof hiking boots Wicking liner socks Gaiters Hut Booties
• Moisture absorbing beads are a must to carry with your camera gear. These help prevent condensation forming on the lens and sensors. • Using a local phrase book, and making an effort to speak in the native language can help you connect to the locals, which can lead to a more rewarding experience.
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Down jacket Gloves Liner gloves Thermal neck and face gaiter Knife / Leatherman tool First aid kit Blister kit Emergency blanket Whistle International power plug converters Camera + spare batteries Water purification - tablets, filter or Steripen Ear plugs Biodegradable soap Waterproof storage bags Trekking pack or duffle bag (to suit your journey)
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Photos: Inca Trail, Peru, Photographer: Sarah Hunt.
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