Personal Gear & Equipment Checklist

Communal equipment (tents, food, utensils, etc.) is provided by Adventure In The Wild Safaris. You are responsible for bringing your own required, recommended, and optional personal gear and equipment as listed below. Please pack wisely—our porters are limited to carrying 12 kg of your personal items.

Technical Clothing

• 1 – Waterproof Jacket, breathable with hood
• 1 – Insulated Jacket, synthetic or down
• 1 – Soft Jacket, fleece or soft-shell
• 2 – Long Sleeve Shirts, light-weight, moisture-wicking fabric
• 1 – Short Sleeve Shirt, light-weight, moisture-wicking fabric
• 1 – Waterproof Pants, breathable (side zipper recommended)
• 2 – Hiking Pants
• 1 – Fleece Pants
• 1 – Shorts (optional)
• 1 – Long Underwear, moisture-wicking fabric
• 3 – Underwear, moisture-wicking fabric recommended

Headwear

• 1 – Brimmed Hat, for sun protection
• 1 – Knit Hat, for warmth
• 1 – Balaclava or Buff, for face coverage (optional)

Handwear

• 1 – Pair of Warm Gloves (waterproof recommended)
• 1 – Pair of Thin Gloves

Footwear

• 1 – Pair of Hiking Boots, warm, waterproof, broken-in
• 1 – Pair of Gym Shoes, to wear at camp (optional)
• 3 – Pairs of Socks, wool or synthetic
• 1 – Pair of Gaiters, waterproof (optional)

Accessories

• 1 – Pair of Sunglasses or Goggles
• 1 – Waterproof Backpack Cover (optional)
• 1 – Water Bottle (Nalgene, 32 oz.)
• 1 – Water Bladder (Camelbak type, 3 liters)
• 1 – Lightweight, Quick-Dry Towel (optional)
• Stuff Sacks, Dry Bags, or Plastic Bags (various sizes for organizing and keeping gear dry)

Equipment

• 1 – Warm, Four-Season Sleeping Bag
• 1 – Set of Collapsible Trekking Poles (optional)
• 1 – Headlamp, with extra batteries
• 1 – Backpack (50–90L) for porters to carry
• 1 – Daypack (30–35L) for your personal daytime use

Other Essentials

• Toiletries
• Prescription Medications
• Sunscreen
• Lip Balm

First Aid & Hygiene

• Hand Sanitizer
• Toilet Paper
• Wet Wipes (recommended)

Optional Extras

• Snacks – lightweight, high-calorie, high-energy
• Camera, with extra batteries

Provided by Adventure In The Wild Safaris