The Ecrins Circuit - Trek the lesser known Alps
The following checklist should help you with your packing. As a general rule, you should always try to keep the weight of your equipment to a minimum.
You must bring the following items:
Hiking boots
Gaiters
Socks
Underwear
Trekking trousers / pants
Waterproof overtrousers / rain pants
Windproof/waterproof jacket
Long johns (thermal underwear)
Shorts
Thermal baselayer shirts (1 short sleeve, 1 long sleeve)
Lightweight trekking shirts (not cotton)
Fleece jacket or warm jumper
Warm fleece gloves or mittens
Sunhat
Warm hat
Eyewear – sunglasses
Ear plugs (especially if you are not the one snoring)
Small padlock to lock trek bag
Selection of dry bags (to keep trek bag contents dry)
Daypack 30 - 40 litres
Headlamp
Basic First Aid Kit - refer to trip dossier for details
Sun protection (including total bloc for lips, nose etc.)
Water bottles 1 litre / 1 quart (x2)
Washbag and toiletries
Antibacterial hand wash
Sheet sleeping bag or sleeping bag liner
The following items are optional:
Spare laces
Swimwear (sauna/hot tub may be available)
Trekking poles
Camera, film, batteries
Travel clothes
