Equipment List

List of all the equipment you need for your trip

Day Hike

Warm Climate

Day Hike

Temperate Climate

Day Hike

Cold Climate

Expedition

Warm Climate

Expedition

Temperate Climate

Expedition

Cold Climate

Lightweight walking boots or running shoes
Hiking Socks
Sports T-shirt
Sport trousers or hiking shorts Sun glasses
Sun hat
Sun cream SPF 50
Rucksack/Backpack 25-35 litre with waist strap
Lightweight fleece Waterproof shell jacket with hood
Waterproof overtrousers
Waterproof backpack liner or cover
1-2 litres of water
Snacks
Personal medication
Walking poles (optional)

  • This kit list is not exhaustive and is there to make sure you don’t forget any of the essentials.
  • In warm climates we advise loose clothing that allows for ventilation and prevents discomfort.
  • Please do not bring cotton hoodies/pullovers or knitwear for the hiking parts of our trips. Cotton is a poor insulator when wet and often bulky compared to specialised outdoor clothing.
  • We are always contactable should you have any questions or need advice on what to bring on a specific trip.

Waterproof walking boots
Hiking Socks
Sports T-shirt
Sports trousers or hiking shorts (weather forecast dependant)
Fleece Extra warm layer
Sun glasses
Sun hat
Suncream
Waterproof shell jacket with hood
Waterproof overtrousers Rucksack/backpack 30-35 litres with a waist strap Waterproof backpack liner or cover 1 litre water Snacks
Personal medication
Hiking poles (optional)

  • This kit list is not exhaustive and is there to make sure you don’t forget any of the
    essentials.
  • In temperate climates the weather forecast can be very changeable, please check
    ahead and be prepared to adjust your layers accordingly.
  • Please do not bring cotton hoodies/pullovers or knitwear for the hiking parts of our
    trips. Cotton is a poor insulator when wet and often bulky compared to specialised
    outdoor clothing.
  • We are always contactable should you have any questions or need advice on what to
    bring on a specific trip.

Waterproof walking boots/ mountaineering boots (B2 Maximum rating)
Hiking Socks
Thermal top baselayer
Sports T-shirt
Thermal leggings (optional)
Hiking trousers
Fleece
Extra warm layer
Light puffer jacket
Neck warmer
Warm hat (must fit under jacket hood)
Warm gloves
Sunglasses CAT 3
Suncream SPF50
Rucksack/backpack 35-45 litres with a waist strap
Waterproof jacket with hood
Waterproof overtrousers
Waterproof backpack liner
1 litre of water
High energy snacks
Personal medication
Hiking poles (optional)

  • This kit list is not exhaustive and is there to make sure you don’t forget any of the
    essentials.
  • Winter conditions are where quality equipment makes the biggest difference to
    comfort. Buy from reliable brands and try items on in the shop.
  • Please do not bring cotton hoodies/pullovers or knitwear for the hiking parts of our
    trips. Cotton is a poor insulator when wet and often bulky compared to specialised
    outdoor clothing.
  • We are always contactable should you have any questions or need advice on what to
    bring on a specific trip.

Lightweight walking boots
Hiking Socks
Spare flat shoes or sandals for the evening
Sports T-shirts x3
Sport trousers or hiking shorts x3 total
Sun glasses
Sun hat
Sun cream SPF 50

Rucksack/Backpack 65 litre with waist strap (no luggage transfer)
OR (trip dependant)
Rucksack/Backpack 35-45 litre with waist strap plus Suitcase/holdall for luggage transfer

Lightweight fleece
Waterproof shell jacket with hood
Waterproof overtrousers
Waterproof backpack liner or cover
2 litres of water
Snacks
Small first aid kit and personal medication
Battery pack with charger cables
Hiking poles
Small wash kit
Bug spray
Swimwear and travel towel
Hand sanitiser
Tissues
Casual clothes for the evening (expedition dependant)

Staying in Hotels?
Lucky you! The kit below is for expeditions using ‘’hut’’ style accommodation or camping only.

2 season sleeping bag
Sleeping bag liner
Sleeping matt
Water purification tablets
Headtorch and spare batteries
Travel towel
Earplugs
Travelwash and line (optional/expedition dependant)

  • This kit list is not exhaustive and is there to make sure you don’t forget any of the essentials.
  • In warm climates we advise loose clothing that allows for ventilation and prevents discomfort.
  • Please do not bring cotton hoodies/pullovers or knitwear for the hiking parts of our trips. Cotton is a poor insulator when wet and often bulky compared to specialised
    outdoor clothing.
  • Don’t forget casual wear for evenings in the hotels and restaurants, trip dependant.
  • We are always contactable should you have any questions or need advice on what to bring on a specific trip.

Waterproof walking boots
Hiking Socks
Spare flat shoes for the evenings
Sports T-shirts x3
Sport trousers or hiking shorts x3 total not of each

Rucksack/Backpack 50-65 litre with waist strap (no luggage transfer)
OR (trip dependant)
Rucksack/Backpack 35-45 litre with waist strap
Suitcase/holdall for luggage transfer.

Lightweight fleece
Extra warm layer
Lightweight puffer jacket Waterproof Shell Jacket with Hood
Waterproof overtrousers
Sun glasses
Sun hat
Sun cream SPF 50
Waterproof backpack liner or cover
2 litres of water
Gloves
Warm hat
Snacks
Small first aid kit and personal medication
Battery pack with charger cables
Hiking poles
Small wash kit
Bug spray
Swimwear and travel towel
Hand sanitiser
Tissues
Gaiters (optional)
Casual clothes for the evening

Staying in Hotels?
Lucky you! The kit below is for expeditions using ‘’hut’’ style accommodation or camping only.

2 season sleeping bag
Sleeping bag liner
Sleeping matt
Water purification tablets
Headtorch and spare batteries
Travel towel
Earplugs
Travelwash and line (optional/expedition dependant)

  • This kit list is not exhaustive and is there to make sure you don’t forget any of the essentials.
  • In temperate climates the weather forecast can be very changeable, please be prepared for changeable weather conditions.
  • Please do not bring cotton hoodies/pullovers or knitwear for the hiking parts of our trips. Cotton is a poor insulator when wet and often bulky compared to specialised outdoor clothing.
  • Don’t forget casual wear for evenings in the hotels and restaurants (trip dependant).
  • We are always contactable should you have any questions or need advice on what to bring on a specific trip.

Waterproof walking boots or mountaineering boots
Hiking Socks
Spare shoes for the evenings
Sports T-shirts x3
Hiking trousers x3
Thermals top and bottom

Rucksack/Backpack 50-65 litre with waist strap (no luggage transfer)
OR (trip dependant)
Rucksack/Backpack 35-45 litre with waist strap
Suitcase/holdall for luggage transfer.

Fleece
Extra warm layer
Warm puffer jacket Waterproof shell jacket with hood
Waterproof overtrousers
Sun glasses CAT 3
Sun hat
Sun cream SPF 50
Waterproof backpack liner
2 litres of water
Warm gloves
Warm hat
Snacks
Small first aid kit and personal medication
Battery pack with charger cables
Hiking poles
Small wash kit
Swimwear and travel towel (expedition dependant)
Hand sanitiser
Tissues
Gaiters
Casual clothes for the evening

Staying in Hotels?
Lucky you! The kit below is for expeditions using ‘’hut’’ style accommodation or camping only.

3-4 season sleeping bag
Sleeping bag liner
Sleeping matt
Water purification tablets
Headtorch and spare batteries
Travel towel
Earplugs
Travelwash and line (optional/expedition dependant)

  • This kit list is not exhaustive and is there to make sure you don’t forget any of the
    essentials.
  • Winter conditions are where quality equipment makes the biggest difference to
    comfort. Buy from reliable brands and try items on in the shop.
  • Please do not bring cotton hoodies/pullovers or knitwear for the hiking parts of our
    trips. Cotton is a poor insulator when wet and often bulky compared to specialised
    outdoor clothing.
  • Don’t forget casual wear for evenings in the hotels and restaurants (trip dependant).
  • We are always contactable should you have any questions or need advice on what to
    bring on a specific trip.

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