When travelling in Tibet you should bear in mind that the temperatures can be very extreme. If you plan on doing a trek you should be well prepared with plenty of warm clothes, below is a suggestion of what to bring, obviously if you are not planning on doing a trek then you can omit the trekking gear. It’s important to have plenty of warm clothes as during a road trip in Tibet it can be difficult to get laundry done. Also travel in Tibet involves a lot of getting on and off buses and jeeps so you should try and pack as light as you possible can. Its also important in Tibet to adequate protect yourself from the sun as the sun is very strong.
-For lower altitude trekking, fleece jackets and pants are adequate,
-while at higher altitude, down jackets are advisable.
- Waterproof, wind-proof, jackets and pants are essential as they keep you dry and warm. In some places the wind can be very strong and cold.
-Well broken-in footwear- when trekking you need to be comfortable and there is nothing worse than blisters. It is also recommended to bring some sandals or light trainers for wearing around camp or tea house.
-Good quality socks, preferably woolen for your hiking boots, and also some thin cotton socks
- Head covering are also recommended a woolen hat for the cold and a sun hat.
-Good sleeping bag it should be light weight and rated to zero.
-Sun glasses with UV protection and goggles for higher altitude.
-Drinking water bottle
-torch or headlamp with spare batteries and bulb
-water purification tablets
-water bottles, two is best
-walking poles, not necessary, but recommended.
-sturdy and well fitted back pack and day pack with water proof cover.
-Gaiters
-thermal under clothing i.e. long pants and short and long sleeve singlet’s
- T-shirts, micro fleece jumper and trekking trousers they should be light and quick drying.
-gloves, preferably with a water proof shell.
-a good first aid kit
-Sun block for lips
-Sun lotion
-light scarf or neckerchief
-spare shoe laces
-padlock or combination lock
-Large plastic bag for lining your back pack
Optional extras
-Binoculars
-Reading book
-Trail Map/Guide book
-Journal & Pen
-Walkman
-Pencils and small notebooks
-travel game i.e. chess, backgammon, scrabble
You should also note that along the road it can be difficult to find things like shampoo, soap and other basic things so be prepared. |
