What size duffel bag works best for everest base camp
- 2 Sept 2026
- 8 min
A 90L to 120L duffel bag works best for the Everest Base Camp trek when traveling with porters. We examine volume, weight limits, and packing strategies.
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Gear
What earned its weight, and what stayed in the duffel in Kathmandu.
What sleeping bag rating do we need for everest base camp
- 2 Sept 2026
- 8 min
We recommend a -15°C to -20°C (5°F to -4°F) rated sleeping bag for the Everest Base Camp trek to stay warm during freezing teahouse nights.
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How to rent trekking gear in kathmandu before departure
- 2 Sept 2026
- 8 min
We explain how to rent reliable cold-weather gear in Thamel, what to inspect before leaving the shop, and which items you should always bring from home.
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What size duffel bag to pack for our everest base camp porter loads
- 2 Sept 2026
- 8 min
We explain why a 90-litre to 120-litre waterproof duffel bag is the strict standard for porter-supported Everest treks.
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Renting versus buying your trekking gear in Kathmandu
- 2 Sept 2026
- 8 min
Deciding whether to rent or buy gear in Kathmandu depends on item criticality, durability, and whether you will use it again. Here is our field-tested breakdown.
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Choosing the right temperature rating for your Everest Base Camp sleeping bag
- 2 Sept 2026
- 8 min
Selecting the correct sleeping bag rating for the Khumbu region dictates whether you sleep or shiver. Here is our field-tested guide to insulation, ratings, and teahouse reality.
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Choosing the best trekking boots for the high himalayas
- 2 Sept 2026
- 8 min
Selecting footwear for routes over 4,000 m requires balancing ankle support, sole rigidity, and weight. Our guides evaluate what works on stone steps and moraine.
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Comprehensive trekking packing list for our nepal routes
- 2 Sept 2026
- 10 min
What earned its weight in our duffels and what stayed behind in Kathmandu when we guide our high-altitude Himalayan routes.
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