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Gear List for Mt Wilhelm Trekkers - Remember 4509 Meters so it does get cold.
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1
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Hiking Boots - (worn in with good tread) We use recommend and sell the Columbia Dask Pass Boots.
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4-5 Pairs
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Hiking Socks NOTE: It does get very cold at the higher altitude.
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1
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Sock covers
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1-2
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Hiking shorts and long pants
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3-4
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Shirts: Note: it can get hot in the lower altitudes and extremely cold on the mountain.
(Included in package is a high quality quick dry polo shirt)
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1
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Long sleeve shirt & jumper - for night use (as it does get Very cold)
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1 |
Weather proof Jacket & Pants Note: it can get wet, so protection from the rain is essential to prevent sickness due to cold .
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1-2
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Long pants - for trekking and or night use
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1
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Hat
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1
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Light sandals
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1
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Swimmers
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1
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Skins (recommended to prevent chafing)
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5
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Underwear Note: 1 pair of thermals is recommended for the night and climb to the summit.
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1 |
Weather Proof Cloves
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1 |
Beanie - to keep head warm.
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1
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Insect repellent
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1
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Sunscreen
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1
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Personal first aid kit - We use, sell & recommendwe the Equip Pro 1 First Aid Kit
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1 |
Box Altitude Sickness tablets
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1
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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. As above.
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1
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Toiletries & hand sanitizer
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1-2 rolls
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Toilet paper
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1-2
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Biodegradable Soap for washing yourself
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1-2
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Travel towel - We use, sell & recommend the Sea to Summit micro-fibre towels
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1
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Mug & Bowl (plastic) - We use, sell & recommend the Sea to Summit collapsible XSET
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1
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Knife/fork/spoon set - We use, sell & recommend the Sea to Summit cutlery set
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1
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Clip lock bags (Glad) - for keeping important things dry
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1
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Dry bag / garbage bags - for keeping your clothes dry
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1
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Gatorade / Powerade / Staminade, to replace the lost electrolytes in your system.
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1
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Extra snacks - favourite lollies etc
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Money - you will have opportunity to purchase cans of drink, fruit, snacks & gifts. 100-200 kina is a suggestion - in small change.
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1
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Camera - with extra memory space and batteries.
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1
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Quality Head torch with spare batteries Note: This is essential, as you hike in the dark to reach the summit by Sunrise.
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1
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Backpack - approx. 50 - 70 litres - available for Use
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1- 2
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Hiking poles - We use, sell & recommend Black Diamond Hiking Poles
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1
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Sleeping mat Self Inflating (light)
Mattresses are available at the accommodation, so while not required, some prefer their own.
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1
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Sleeping bag & liner Note: It gets cold on the mountain & can get below Zero degrees.
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1
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Camping pillow - compact We use, sell & recommend the Seat to Summit travel pillow
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1
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Water bladder / drink bottles. You need enough capacity to carry 2.5-3 litres We sell the Ultimate drinking package for our Hiking Packs.
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1 |
Packet of water treatment/purification tablets - Note: We use, sell & recommend Aquatabs
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1
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Daypack - NOTE: These are used for the climb to the Summit - Daypacks available for purchase at discount prices.
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1
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Passport (needs to have more than 6 months validation - before expiry date - at time of departure)
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NOTE
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Be aware, that during the mid year months it does get extremely cold at night when at the higher altitude, so you need to account for that.
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NOTE
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While it may seem to be a nice gift to give out lollies to the children, it is not in their best interest and many don't have teeth cleaning aids.
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NOTE
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Personal preferences are only listed FYI and you will need to work out your own preferences.
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