Volcanoes of Java Trek
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:
3 season sleeping bag (0ยบ C rated)
Daypack of approx. 30 litres.
Hiking boots
Training shoes /Sneakers or similar
Socks
Trekking trousers / pants
Lightweight waterproof overtrousers / rainpants Headtorch/Headlamp with spare batteries
Sun protection (including total bloc for lips, nose etc.)
Water bottles 1 Litre (1 Quart) x2
Selection of dry bags (to keep trek bag contents dry)
Washbag and toiletries
Warm fleece hat
Scarf or neck buff
Eyewear – Sunglasses
Ear Plugs (for use on overnight train journeys)
Fleece or other warm gloves
T-shirts
Fleece jacket or warm jumper/sweater
Lightweight waterproof jacket
Long-sleeved casual shirt
Thermal baselayer shirts
Underwear
Small towel
Small padlock (to lock trek bag)
Basic First Aid Kit including: A broad spectrum antibiotic, antiseptic cream, throat lozenges, diarrhoea treatment (Imodium), altitude (Diamox), painkillers, plasters and blister treatment, Insect repellent (DEET), and re-hydration salts (Dioralite)
The following items are optional:
Inflatable mattress e.g. Thermarest (a thin foam mat is provided)
Gaiters (to keep ash and dust out of your boots)
Swimwear (recommended)
Trekking poles (recommended)
Technical walking socks (2 or 3 pairs)
Spare laces
Travel clothes
Camera, film, batteries
Penknife (remember to pack sharp objects in hold baggage)
