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Welcome to the majestic land of the Gods, Ghats and the Ganges.
From the soaring moonscape of Ladakh to the shimmering beaches of Kerala,
Incredible India is a living museum of anthropology. |
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TRAVEL
TOOLS
CLOTHING
Loose fitting light cottons for summer, and light woolens in winter are
the general norm throughout India. However, those pursuing sporting trips in
the mountain regions should carry wind- breakers and heavy woolens.
ESSENTIALS
TO TAKE TO INDIA
Comfortable shoes, sandals and trainers are
essential anywhere in India. The sun being strong, sunglasses, sun hat and
high factor sun screen lotion are also recommended. Immunisation against
cholera, malaria, polio, tetanus and hepatitis and medicines for personal
use should be carried from your country of origin such as anti-malarial
pills etc. Toiletries, contact lens solutions, tampons are available in
large cities.
Documents such as passport the visa copy and
photocopies of the same along with money/ travelers cheques/credit cards a
few photographs, medical insurance, etc For personal security, it is
recommended that you carry a money belt or a zipped document holder.
Other useful items that one can carry are a small but powerful
flashlight, a stock of batteries, a combination padlock, a small penknife
(for peeling fruit), a cheap tough alarm clock, earplugs and even a small
sewing kit.
CLIMATE AND CLOTHING FOR
TREKKING AND JEEP SAFARIS IN THE HIMALAYAS
Here is a list of
clothing and equipment recommended for treks and jeep safaris especially in
Ladakh. The quantity of each item is not mentioned as one would have to use
ones own judgment keeping in mind the number of days in the Himalayas ,
potential weather and weight restrictions. It is to ensure that one does not
forget essentials but also not to carry excessive baggage which can be a
burden on treks.
- CASUAL CITY CLOTHES: A couple of pairs.
- SHIRT: Cotton, long sleeved (Button front or turtleneck) Cotton,
short sleeved (Button front or T shirt).
- SWEATER: Down Jacket or Heavy sweater
- TROUSERS: Full length cottons, wind breakers, Shorts, (some women
prefer to hike in loose fitting calf length skirts)
- UNDERWEAR: Regular everyday type, Thermal top and bottom
- HEADWEAR : Bandana, Wool or Balaclava, light sun hat with wide
brim.
- FOUL WEATHER GEAR : Goretex parka or any mountain parka for rain
snow and wind which must fit over bulky clothing. Umbrella- but not
very essential in Ladakh.
- HAND WEAR: Wool or polypropylene mittens
- SOCKS (4-6 pairs), heavy duty type wool or pile Athletic type
cotton or synthetic.
- FOOTWEAR: Tennis or running shoes( with traction soles) Hiking
boots with padded ankle and lug sole, water proofed.
- DAY PACKS, RUCK SACKS, DUFFLE BAGS : Daypacks or rucksack should
have a capacity of about 1500 to 2000 cu inches. A large duffle bag
for the main luggage should sturdy and waterproof and be about 36
cms by 85 cms.
- SUNGLASSES
- SUN BLOCKING LOTION
- SUN BLOCKING LIP STICK OR OINTMENT
- FLASH LIGHT with spare batteries
- TOILET PAPER ( One roll for every 6-7 camping days)
- TOILETRIES
- TOWEL
- TOILET KIT
- COSMETIC KIT ( bare minimum)
- PERSONAL FIRST AID KIT AND MEDICINES
- INSECT REPELLANTS
- POCKET KNIFE
- BAGGAGE TAGS
- FILM: Please bring an adequate stock of film since this is
normally not easily available in the Himalayas.
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