A beautiful trek that weaves through some of the most stunning scenery in the Himalayas, the hike to Annapurna Base Camp is one hell of an adventure. With time spent in Pokhara, on forest trails alongside waterfalls and in pretty villages, this trek really highlights the culture of the area. And when we end up at base camp, you’ll be standing among giants. Base Camp is surrounded by unbelievable peaks, and you’ll have plenty of time to breathe it all in. But what do you bring on a 16-day expedition that includes so much? Our guide to what to pack for Annapurna Base Camp has all the info you need…
What to pack for Annapurna Base Camp
When you sign up for an Earth’s Edge expedition, we send you a comprehensive packing list that has everything you need. As the trek to Annapurna Base Camp isn’t as technical as some other climbs, you won’t need too much specialist equipment. Here are the basics to get you started…
Clothing
Walking boots
Runners or sandals
Mid-weight hiking socks x 3
Underwear!
Shorts x 1 (knee length or below)
Lightweight trousers x 1
Synthetic/wool/silk long johns
Waterproof trousers
Long sleeve base layers x 2 (silk, wool, or synthetic)
Short sleeve base layer x 2 (as above)
Mid weight fleece x 2
A down jacket with a hood (at least 600 grams in weight)
Waterproof jacket
Waterproof poncho
Accessories
A fleece hat
A balaclava/a buff
Sunglasses (category 3)
A sun hat with a wide brim to cover the face and neck
A pair of lightweight wool or synthetic liner gloves
A pair of down mitts
Walking poles
Kit
Rucksack (30 to 35 litres)
Duffel bag (90 litres)
Dry bags
Water bottles and water bladder
A warm sleeping bag (comfort rating of -10°C or lower)
Toiletries
Sunscreen (at least factor 30)
SPF lip balm
Insect repellent
Hand sanitiser
Personal first aid kit (Rehydration salts, plasters, Compeed, Paracetamol, Ibuprofen, Buscopan, throat lozenges, nasal spray, decongestant such as Sudafed, antibiotics suitable to treat traveller’s diarrhoea)
Sundries
Small towel for washing
Personal snacks
Headtorch with spare batteries
A spare set of clothes to wear after you finish the expedition
A photocopy of your travel insurance and passport
Your vaccination booklet
Don’t forget, you get a 15% discount on anything from our partner Great Outdoors when you sign up to an expedition. So that will help you along the way when you’re getting your gear!
You can read all about our expedition to Annapurna Base Camp here, or read our blog post all about it here.
