Here’s a list of the equipment you need to bring:
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- Good, comfortable, waterproofed mountain hiking shoes with good tread
- Comfortable rucksack (30 to 40L)
- Kit bag or suitcase (for your main luggage)
- Hiking poles
- Waterproof jacket and waterproof hiking pants
- Moisture-wicking T-shirts
- Warm sweater or a fleece
- Lightweight warm jacket and hat (in case of unexpected weather conditions)
- 2 Pairs of lightweight hiking pants and shorts
- Swimwear — optional
- Cap and a sunhat
- 2-3 Pairs of gloves (liner gloves, waterproof gloves, and warm gloves)
- Hiking socks and underwear
- Pair of outdoor shoes
- Sheet or a sleeping bag liner
- 2L water bottle
- Swiss knife, compass, whistle, head torch
- Plastic bags / dry sacks to keep essentials dry
- Good sunglasses, sunscreen, and lip protection
- Your toiletry bag and a mini first-aid kit
- Other clothes and personal change
- Travel bag or a small suitcase for the luggage transport
- Camera — optional (but recommended)
Typically, the weather along the route is warm and fairly stable, requiring minimal extra gear. However, it’s crucial to bring all the items from the list due to unseasonal conditions that can occasionally occur, especially at higher altitudes. At least once every summer hikers witness unseasonal snow and heavy rainfall, with temperatures plummeting from mid-30s°C (86°F) to below zero (0°C/32°F).
For rain, waterproof jackets and trousers are essential, along with multiple pairs of gloves. In the event of snow, quality hiking boots, walking poles, warm clothing, and gloves are necessary. Sometimes hikers experience heatwaves, meaning that they need to be equipped with rehydration salts, 3-4L of water, and a sun hat.
Don’t underestimate the importance of proper gear; be well-prepared for any situation. You’ll be able to discuss your packing list with your guide prior to your trip.
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Our tour with Cloud 9 Adventures was perfect, highly recommend! Emma was amazing: a great communicator in planning our trip before we arrived, very responsive and thorough. Our guide Mark was professional, funny and very informative, and brought us to locations we would not have seen on our own (and we even saw an allusive Ibex and Chamois!) Highly recommend Cloud 9, you will not regret!