Body Clothing: Made for outdoor activities strong, breathable, moisture-wicking. Light weight, quick dry and temperature control.
- Undergarments – 3–4 pairs (synthetic / merino)
- Upper thermals – 2
- Lower thermals – 1
- Fleece jacket – 1
- Waterproof & windproof shell jacket (with hood) – 1
- Hiking pants – 2
- Woolen cap – 1
- Neck gaiter / scarf – 1
Footwear
- Waterproof high-ankle trekking boots – 1 pair
- Light shoes – 1 pair
- Liner socks – 2 pairs
- Wool/thermal socks – 3 pairs
Health & First Aid
- Personal prescription medicines (+ extra 3–5 days)
- Diamox (only if doctor advises)
- Pain relief tablets
- Cold & flu medicines
- ORS – 4 packets
- Basic first aid (band-aids, blister pads)
Toiletries & Personal Care
- Sunscreen SPF 50+
- Lip balm with SPF
- Moisturizer
- Toothbrush & toothpaste
- Wet wipes & tissues
- Hand sanitizer
- Quick-dry towel
- Sanitary products (women)
Documents & Money: Make a photocopy or a digital copy in your phone just for in case.
- Passport & visa
- Tibet Travel Permit
- Medical fitness certificate
- Passport photocopies (3–4)
- Digital copies (phone + cloud)
- Emergency contact list
- Chinese Yuan (small notes)
Electronics
- Mobile phone
- Power bank (10,000–20,000 mAh)
- Universal adapter
- Camera (optional)
- Waterproof zip-lock pouch
Small Essentials
- Sunglasses (UV protection)
- Trekking pole
- Energy bars / dry fruits
- Refillable water bottle
- Ear plugs & sleeping eye mask
The following items should NOT pack for Kailash Mansarovar Yatra and Tibet Tour
- Drones, satellite phones, walkie-talkies, sharp objects, and political/religious pamphlets are restricted items.
- No religious and cultural books, printed T-shirt, no flags.
- No hard Suitcase for traveling. Global Eco Trails provide you the 80 litters duffel bags for your traveling.
SEASONAL ADD-ONS (This is the ONLY difference)
MAY – JUNE: This is the starting season for Mansarovar Kailash Kora. The weather is cold in the mornings but strong sunshine. It is recommended to add:
- Light insulated jacket / light down – 1
- Light insulated gloves – 1 pair
No need for: Insulated pants and Heavy gloves
JULY & AUGUST: July and August hit by monsoon and the visibility is bit cloudy, cold, Wind & rain. So, it is recommended to add:
- Light insulated jacket – 1
- Waterproof rain cover for backpack
- Quick-dry extra socks – +1 pair
Important: Focus more on waterproof layers, not heavy insulation.
SEPTEMBER – OCTOBER: The September till mid October, the weather and tempeture are excellent time with clear skies, stable temperature, autumn hues. You will enjoy with landscapes, grassland, white mountain peak. late October is cold for Mansarovar and Kailash kora. Please keep in contact for the latest weather progress in October. We recommend to add few items:
- Warm down jacket (–10°C rated) – 1
- Lower thermals – +1 (total 2)
- Insulated pants – 1
- Gloves (2-layer system) – liner + insulated
- Woolen cap – +1
- Wool socks – +1 (total 4)
- ORS – +2–3 packets
MINIMAL DAYPACK (5–6 kg MAX – ALL MONTHS): Carry only important items throughout the trip like
- Water bottle / hydration bladder
- ORS + snacks
- Lip balm & sunscreen
- Medicines
- Documents & money
- Phone + power bank
- Sunglasses
- Gloves & cap
Special Recommendation for Senior Citizens
- Do your Doctor consultation before yatra
- Extra medicines (5–7 days buffer)
- BP monitor, oximeter, thermometer
- Knee braces / compression socks
- Trekking poles with rubber tips
Lhasa to Mansarovar Yatra with EBC Tour is a sacred Himalayan tour that goes through glass land, lakes, high mountain base camp, passing glacier along the roadside. The temperature falls down to -15 degree centigrade. The given gear list is crucial for everyone. Global Eco Trails provide a duffel bag for Kailash Kora. Please consult our expertise for details. We are available 24/7 on WhatsApp and email.
