Morocco winter kit list
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
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)
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
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)
