Packing list of Everest Travel

 

Due to lack of infrastructure and harsh climate, before you go to Mt. Everest, you need to pack the following items before setting off your trip:

1. Permits and documents

As aforementioned, that there are several permits and documents you need to prepare for an Everest travel, please make sure you have them with you. Otherwise you are very likely to be declined to enter the Everest Nature Reserve.

2. Proper clothing

A down coat is essential even in summer. If you are planning a trip to Mt. Everest in summer, make sure you bring both summer and winter clothes, because you will spend several days in other places that are very cold. If you want to visit there in winter, however, just bring your warmest clothes. The most important piece of kit is a pair of hiking boots, which you will be thankful to when you want to trek. Make sure they are comfortable enough. For detailed information, please see: Clothing Tips for EBC Tour.

3. Medicine

Diamox tablets: They can help you prevent symptoms of acute altitude sickness like headaches or dizziness.

Cold cures: It would very troublesome if you catch a cold in Tibet. That’s also why you are not suggested to take shower the first day you arrive in Tibet.

4. Skin protection

Sunglasses and sun cream are always necessary, for the solar radiation is quite strong on the high plateau. It is also highly recommended to wear a hat and long-sleeved clothes, which can effectively protect you from being exposed under strong sunlight.