Women Moving Millions: Everest Base Camp 2026
Packing Checklist · 5,364m / 17,598ft
👣 Footwear & Socks
optional
🎒 Bags & Packing
to be provided in Kathmandu
leave at hotel
🧥 Base Layers
🧥 Mid Layers
optional
🧥 Outer Layers
can rent in Kathmandu
👖 Bottoms
quick-dry preferred
final days / EBC
evenings & recovery
🧤 Gloves
coldest moments
🧢 Head & Neck
important at altitude
essential
🛌 Sleep System
can be rent or purchased in Kathmandu
optional
🧰 Gear & Essentials
highly recommended
🔌 Electronics
🔥 Warmth Boosters
🍫 Nutrition & Hydration
1–2 per day
☀️ Sun & Skin Care
😴 Recovery
Trekking Tips
- Layering > bulk — never pack just one heavy item
- Train to drink ~3L water/day before arriving in Kathmandu
- Big items (sleeping bag, down jacket) easy to rent or buy in Kathmandu
- Test all gear on day hikes before the trek begins