Gear List
Trekkers, below is a gear list of the things you will need for the Building Project, however you are not limited to this. If you're thinking about trekking the Kokoda Trail, come along with INVESTA TREKS for an experience of a lifetime.
Medical preparations
FYI: we advise that you consult with a doctor who is experienced in medical travel preparations.
We use and recommend The Travel Doctor, located in major cities across Australia, they are experienced in travel medicine, and equipped to answer all your medical travel questions.
Find out more about the Travel Doctor.
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Quantity |
Gear List - Building Project |
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3-4 sets |
Clothes that can be worked in |
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1 |
Good casual clothes for the outings |
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1 |
Jumper |
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1 |
Long Pants for nights |
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6-7 pair |
Underwear |
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1 |
Swimmers |
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1 |
Towel |
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1 |
Light cool hat - Investa Treks hats For Sale $15 |
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1 |
Light sandals/water shoes - for river crossings with good grip |
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1 |
Swimmers |
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1 |
Small Pillow |
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1 |
Sleeping Bag |
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1 |
light rain jacket or poncho |
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1 |
Insect repellent - Rid Tropical included in the Optional Gear Pack |
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11 |
Sunscreen |
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1 |
Sunglasses |
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Much of the time it is hot and sunny. You may also wish to bring some light breathable long sleeve shirts |
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1 |
Water Bottle |
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1 Box. |
Water treatment tablets |
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1 |
Toiletries / personal care items (hand sanitizing gel included) |
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1 |
Personal first aid kit - included in the Optional Gear Pack |
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1 |
Camera & batteries |
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1 |
LED Torch / Head Torch & batteries |
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1 |
Personal safety gear - glasses, hearing protection, gloves |
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1 |
Boots/enclosed shoes for working in |
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1 |
Passport (has to have more than 6 months before expiry on departure) |
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Necessary medication for international travel to PNG as recommended by your GP - malaria tablets, paracetamol, antibiotics, anti-diarrhea, prescribed medication, joint support bandages, etc. |
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1 |
Toiletries - hand sanitizer included in the Optional Gear Pack |
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Prescribed medication |
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Medication for international travel to PNG as prescribed/recommended by your GP |
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1-2 rolls |
Toilet paper |
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1-2 |
Biodegradable Soap for washing yourself |
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1-2 |
Travel towels - Sea to Summit micro-fibre towel included in the Optional Gear Pack |
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1 |
Mug & Bowl (plastic) - Sea to Summit collapsible XSET included in the Optional Gear Pack |
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You may wish to bring some things to give away to the children/families you meet, however a toothbrush would be better than lollies |