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Morocco winter kit list ( Nov to Mid May)
This is s suggested kit list. You may have preferred equipment that you have found works for you in these environments and activities. If so then feel free to adapt the contents below. BAGS Approx 100 Litre duffle bag or similar and/or rucksack (please make sure kit bags have shoulder straps because in winter the mules only go as far as the snowline, after which porters carry the bags to the hut) 35-45 Litre Rucksack Large lightweight rucksack liner Small stuff sacks, waterproof, various sizes. CLOTHING OUTER - SHELL Waterproof shell jacket - breathable Waterproof shell trousers - breathable Gaiters goretex or equivalent OUTER- WARM Very warm insulated jacket; Down, Primaloft or similar MID-LAYERS Thick Fleece / softshell jacket Wool/microfleece top Mid-Weight trekking trousers (synthetic/thin softshell) BASE-LAYERS Long sleeved base layer top (synthetic) Light base layer leggings / running tights (optional) Thermal Base Layer Leggings (optional) Long sleeved thermal top (optional) Underwear (synthetic dries quicker) HEAD-WEAR Warm hat to cover ears Thin Balaclava (optional) Buff (optional) Wide brimmed Sun Hat or cap with neck veil Glacier glasses cat 3 UV polaroid Ski Goggles cat 2-3 UV polaroid (optional but very useful in windy conditions) Nose shade (optional) HANDS Thin liner gloves (two pairs are useful) Mid weight fleece or windstopper gloves (optional) Warm insulated Mitts (+lanyards) Warm spare gloves/mitts to be carried in case of loss of first pair Shell mitts (optional but good in wet conditions)+ lanyards FOOTWEAR Thin liner socks(optional) Trekking socks Warm mountain socks Warm winter mountaineering boots B1 or B2 crampon compatible, hybrid eg Scarpa Manta/Charmoz (speak to us about other suitable options) Full plastic double boots are not required and are likely to be uncomfortable for most of the terrain encountered. Crocs/sandals/flip flops/down booties (optional but useful at refuge) City / travel clothes & shoes (can leave at guesthouse) SLEEPING Sleeping bags will be provided unless you prefer to bring your own!! ELECTRICAL Head torch & spare batteries Watch with light and alarm Camera, memory card & batteries (optional but strongly reccommended!) Solar charger (optional) Altimeter (optional) MP3 player (optional) Roaming, Unlocked or In-Country mobile phone (optional) REPAIR KIT (optional but potentially useful) Gaffer Tape Super glue Thick cable ties 4mm accessory cord ~2m Needle + extra strong thread Multitool EATING/DRINKING 1 litre drinks bottle for lower down 1 flask for hot drinks higher up A few high energy snacks eg chocolate, energy drink powder, energy gels, jelly cubes etc (Bring plenty of these, some days we will have a very early breakfast and possibly a late lunch) OTHER Toilet roll in plastic bag + strong zip-lock bag for toilet paper if used on the trail Ear plugs (very useful at refuge in shared room) Passport & copies, visa, insurance details, money, credit cards, plane ticket no.s Waterproof pouch for documents Books, Cards, Games Diary & Pencil MOUNTAIN HARDWARE Crampons will be provided (make sure to bring compatible shoes which can hold the crampons) Walking axe will be provided. Walking Poles with snowbaskets Mountaineering harness (optional ) Screwgate HMS karabiners x2 (optional ) Climbing sling, long ~120cm (optional ) PERSONAL WASH KIT (optional!) Antibacterial hand gel Wet wipes (optional) Toothbrush with cover Toothpaste Roll on deodorant Shaving gear & small mirror Showergel/shampoo (<100ml for before/after climb) Microfibre trekking towel PERSONAL MEDICAL KIT Paracetamol Ibuprofen tablets Antiseptic Wipes Latex gloves Adhesive Plasters Blister Plasters Zinc Tape Antihistamine tablets (optional) Sunblock Cream Lip Salve Water Purification Tablets Rehydration Sachets Personal Medication as required: eg. Asthma Inhalers, Insulin, Epi-Pen etc Possible Additional Personal First Aid Items Ibuprofen gel Insect Repellent (for Marrakech) Chemical handwarmers Throat Lozenges Knee/ankle support eg. tubigrip Crepe Bandage Hydrocortisone Cream Prochlorperazine tablets (for sickness/nausea; prescription required) Ciprofloxacin tablets (general antibiotic; prescription required) Acetazolamide tablets (for altitude; prescription required) |
Morocco Summer Kit List (June to End Oct )
This is a suggested kit list to help you to think of all the things that you may need. You may have preferred equipment that you have found works for you in these environments and activities. If so then feel free to adapt the contents below. Please also speak to us if you have any questions before buying any new or expensive gear. BAGS Max 90 Litre, 20kg, Duffle bag (carried by the mules) 35-45 Litre Rucksack (carried by you) Small stuff sacks, waterproof, various sizes, inside duffle/pack. CLOTHING OUTER - SHELL Waterproof shell jacket breathable Waterproof shell trousers breathable Gaiters goretex or equivalent (optional but useful) OUTER- WARM Warm insulated jacket for evenings eg fleece/primaloft MID-LAYERS Warm Wool/fleece top softshell jacket (optional but useful) Insulated Gilet (optional but useful) Trekking trousers (synthetic) Trekking shorts, must cover knees (synthetic) BASE-LAYERS Long sleeved light weight base layer top x2-3 (synthetic) Light base layer leggings / running tights (optional) Underwear (synthetic dries quicker) HEAD-WEAR Warm hat to cover ears Buff (optional) Wide brimmed Sun Hat or cap with neck veil Sun glasses HANDS Insulated windproof gloves Thin liner gloves (optional) FOOTWEAR Thin liner socks(optional) Trekking socks General socks Lightweight but sturdy trekking boots* with good ankle support Crocs/sandals/flip flops (optional) *Please note that due to the terrain walking shoes are not suitable as they do not provide sufficient support or protection for your ankles and will allow grit to enter your shoes. City / travel clothes (can leave at guesthouse- bring a spare stuff sack for them to go in) SLEEPING 2-3 season sleeping bag ( will be Provided unless you prefer to bring your own) (suggested comfort temperature -5degC or lower) Liner for sleeping bag ELECTRICAL Head torch & spare batteries Watch with light and alarm Camera, memory card & batteries (optional but strongly reccommended!) Solar charger (optional) MP3 player (optional) Roaming, Unlocked or In-Country mobile phone (optional) REPAIR KIT (optional but potentially useful) Gaffer Tape Super glue Cable ties Needle + extra strong thread Multitool/penknife EATING/DRINKING 2x 1 litre drinks bottles Favourite high energy snacks eg chocolate, energy drink powder, energy gels, jelly cubes etc OTHER Toilet roll, in plastic bag plus spare zip-lok bag for waste paper Ear plugs (optional but recommended) Passport & copies, visa, insurance details, money, credit cards, plane ticket no.s Waterproof pouch for documents Books, Cards, Games Diary & Pencil MOUNTAIN HARDWARE Walking Poles (optional) PERSONAL WASH KIT (optional!) Antibacterial hand gel Wet wipes (optional) Toothbrush with cover Toothpaste Roll on deodorant Shaving gear & small mirror Showergel/shampoo (<100ml for before/after trek) Microfibre trekking towel PERSONAL MEDICAL KIT Paracetamol Ibuprofen Antiseptic Wipes Adhesive Plasters Blister Plasters Zinc Tape Insect Repellent Antihistamine tablets Sunblock Cream Water Purification Tablets Rehydration Sachets Personal Medication as required: eg. Anti-Malarials, Asthma Inhalers, Insulin, Epi-Pen etc Possible Additional Personal First Aid Items Lip Salve Throat Lozenges Latex gloves Crepe Bandage Hydrocortisone Cream Ciprofloxacin tablets (general antibiotic; prescription required) |
