I trekked to Everest base camp — here are 14 things I packed for the almost 2-week trip to stay warm and hydrated with the rising altitude

Aleenah AnsariOct 27, 2022, 17:03 IST

Wearing my trusty Gore-Tex rain jacket on the way to Everest base camp.Aleenah Ansari

I recently went on a two-week trek to Everest base camp with my dad and aunt.
I fit everything into a backpack and duffel bag, and planned carefully for cold and rainy weather.

In September, I went on a two-week trek to Everest base camp in Nepal, which sits at an altitude of 17,598 feet.

Mount Everest in Nepal is the highest mountain in the world.Shutterstock/Vixit

When packing for a trek to Everest base camp, it's important to consider the weather, rising altitude, and weight limits on the luggage you can bring.

We were each allowed a 10-pound day back and a 22-pound duffle bag.Aleenah Ansari

For long days of trekking, durable waterproof hiking boots were a must.

These Oboz hiking boots kept my feet warm and ankles protected.Aleenah Ansari

Retractable hiking poles helped me find and keep my footing on the trails.

Hiking poles offered support and helped me avoid falling in slippery areas.Aleenah Ansari

Merino wool tops were my staple base layer for each day of trekking.

I brought several long-sleeve tops to layer under my rain jacket.Aleenah Ansari

I relied on Alcala deodorizing wipes and baby wipes to stay fresh.

These deodorizing wipes were useful since hot showers weren't always available.Aleenah Ansari trek

Sock liners and Darn Tough socks got me through long days of trekking.

These Darn Tough were comfortable and added a pop of color to my hiking outfits.Aleenah Ansari

I took a fleece zip-up that I could put on and take off depending on the temperature.

I wore this fleece jacket as a secondary layer between my rain jacket and merino wool long-sleeves.Aleenah Ansari

A portable battery was essential for keeping my phone charged.

I brought a battery pack to charge my devices.Aleenah Ansari

I brought a lightweight pair of gloves to keep my hands warm as the temperature dropped.

These gloves kept my hands warm and helped me have a better grip on the hiking poles.Aleenah Ansari

Having waterproof gear gave me peace of mind when it rained.

I used a waterproof backpack cover over my day pack when it rained.Aleenah Ansari

I stayed hydrated with a filtering water bottle and Liquid IV.

I used this water bottle with a purifying filter throughout the trek.Aleenah Ansari

I downloaded a few ebooks on my phone to read during downtime.

I filled downtime in the evenings by reading ebooks on my phone.Aleenah Ansari

Ultimately, I'm glad I had all the essentials I needed to layer up, stay dry, and enjoy downtime on the trek.

A group photo of me, my aunt and dad, and our guide and porter for the Everest base camp trek.Aleenah Ansari

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I trekked to Everest base camp &mdash; here are 14 things I packed for the almost 2-week trip to stay warm and hydrated with the rising altitude