Clothing
- Socks: thin socks work best, wool or synthetic
- Synthetic underwear or briefs: cotton does not dry or insulate when wet
- Softshell climbing/hiking pants lightweight pants or shorts
- Synthetic wicking t-shirt
- Sun shirt: lightweight sun protective long sleeve shirt
- Warm hat that fits well under a helmet (no pom-pom!)
- Sun hat
- Wool or synthetic base layer bottoms
- Mid-weight / breathable insulating layer: fleece or synthetic
- Warm insulated parka with hood: a mid weight down or synthetic parka with hood will suffice
- Lightweight rain pants
- Hardshell rain jacket
- Additional light puffy jacket with hood (optional if you easily get cold)
- Lightweight liner gloves mid weight to thin for colder nights and early mornings
- Buff or neck/face covering for warmth and sun protection
- Hiking/alpine Boots: with higher tops and good ankle support, waterproof preferably gore-tex or leather
Climbing Equipment (provided, if needed)
- Harness
- Helmet
Misc Personal Items
- Backpack: 40-45 liter pack is the recommended size
- Headlamp (bring an extra set of extra batteries)
- Sunglasses
- Sunscreen and lip balm
- Personal first-aid / repair kit
- Camera or Smartphone
- Water bottle (at least 2 liters) – we do not advise Camelbacks if there are freezing temps
- Lunch/Snack food
- Trekking poles
Toiletries
- Hand Sanitizer
- Bug Spray (no aerosol cans)
- Prescription Medications
- Ibuprofen
- Moleskin
**your guide(s) will carry a First Aid Kit & rescue equipment