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What to Bring

We have included suggestions from Trip Leaders and former travelers to help you pack. These
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requirements. You may also want to consult the “Climate” chapter of this handbook.

Recommended Clothing
T Shirts: A mixture of short and long-sleeved shirts in a breathable fabric, like cotton or
cotton-blend. Polo shirts are more versatile than T-shirts.

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for comfort and ease of movement.

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T Shoes and socks: Shoes should be comfortable walking/ running shoes or low-cut
hiking shoes, with arch support. Bring at least a couple pairs of medium- to heavy-
weight socks for hiking.

T Underwear and sleepwear

T Light rain jacket/windbreaker with hood

T Wide-brim sun hat

T Swimsuit for hotel pools or saunas

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falls below the knees, and a shirt with sleeves; plus a headscarf (for female travelers).

Seasonal Clothing Recommendations

For summer departures:

T If you wear shorts even in cool weather, you could bring a pair or two for summer
departures. But if you view highs in the 60s as chilly, then you should bring long
trousers.

T Sleeveless tops are socially acceptable, but considering the summer temperatures, you
might not need/want them.

For spring and early fall departures:

T Light sweater and/or a warm jacket

T Gloves, and a scarf

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