Ecuador Peaks - Cotopaxi & Chimborazo Kit List
- lakeldmtnguides
- Feb 19
- 3 min read
Here you will find the minimum required kit for this expedition. If you have any questions please don't hesitate to get in touch with us to ask.
LUGGAGE & PACKS
□ Duffle Bag / Holdall – We will give you a 70L Duffle Bag for this trip. Everything inside needs to be kept dry by using dry bags.
□ A small combination padlock is advised for use on your duffle.
□ 25L-35L Rucksack – A comfortable day pack for using on the lower peaks of the expedition
□ 50L-65L Rucksack - Big enough to carry all of your trekking gear, including sleeping bag up the base camps. This will likely be quite heavy, so train with a heavy pack.
FOOTWEAR
□ Walking Boots – A well broken in pair of walking boots. Ankle support preferred but not mandatory if you’re a fit / experienced hiker.
□ Double Boots - Thermally lined mountaineering boots. Can be provided in country
□ Flip Flops / Sandals / Trainers – For use in the evenings
□ Summit Socks - Thick woollen socks
□ Trekking Socks – Good quality trekking socks. Multiple pairs. Merino socks are the best option.
□ Liner Socks – Liner socks can be useful to prevent friction and aid wicking.
TECHNICAL GEAR
□ Walking Poles – Highly recommended to help with stability, energy saving and taking pressure off the knees.
□ Headtorch – Plus spare batteries.
□ Helmet, Harness, Crampons, Ice Axe - Can be provided in country
TREKKING CLOTHING
□ Hiking / Climbing spec Waterproof Jacket and Trousers
□ Trekking trousers – A pair of lightweight trekking trousers or leggings.
□ Softshell Mountaineering Trousers
□ Trekking Shorts
□ T Shirts – Of technical fabric or ideally Merino. Do not bring cotton T-shirts on the trek.
□ Warm Layers - Fleece or power stretch layers
□ Thermal Layers - Top and bottoms, good to sleep in, and use for those colder days at altitude.
□ Warm Jacket - A very warm synthetic or down jacket.
□ Down or Syntheric Gillet or Lighterweight jacket (Optional)
HANDWEAR & HEADWEAR
□ Lightweight Gloves – A thin fleece pair of gloves
□ Thicker Gloves – A pair of thicker gloves or mittens
□ Down or Synthetic Mitts
□ Wool Hat or Beanie suitable for going under a helmet (no bobble)
□ Balaclava
□ Sun Hat
□ Buff or Similar - We will give you an LMG T&E buff!
□ Sunglasses - Ideally category 4.
□ Ski Goggles
PERSONAL EQUIPMENT
□ Sleeping Bag - 4 Season, down to -15 degrees or lower
□ Sleeping Bag Liner - For adding warmth to your bag
□ Water Carrying - 2 x 1L water bottles, plus 2-3ltr water bladder
□ Water Purification – We recommend AquaProve—purchase from us for just £10. Chlorine Dioxide or Water Filters also a good choice.
□ Sunscreen and Lipsalve – Higher the SPF the better
□ Dry Bags for Personal Kit
□ Ear Plugs
□ Universal Plug Travel Adapter
□ Snacks – Can be bought in country.
□ Books / Kindle
□ Powerbank & required cables
□ Wet Wipes, Personal Wash Kit and Hand Sanitiser
□ Camera, spare batteries and memory card
□ Travel Clothes – For travelling and R&R days.
□ Personal First Aid Kit – A small personal kit is recommended even though the trek team will have a more comprehensive kit. Items such as Blister plasters, Rehydration powders, Paracetamol, Ibruprofen, Asprin, Plasters, Zinc Oxide Tape, Immodium Throat lozenges and Diamox (see your GP for this)
□ Money Belt & Spare Wallet
LMG T&E Merchandise
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Download the Full Kit List Here
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