The short answer
Layers matter more than any single heavy item. For Muktinath, which is high and windy, carry a warm jacket, a windproof shell, a hat, gloves, warm socks and comfortable closed shoes, and dress modestly for the temple. For Kailash, the cold, wind and altitude are greater, so add thermals, a down jacket, waterproofs and good boots.
Wear sun cream and sunglasses in the thin air. Keep spare dry socks and a change of clothes in your day bag. Your operator will give a list for your route, which is worth following closely.
Key facts
- Muktinath
- Warm jacket, windproof shell, hat, gloves
- Kailash
- Thermals, down jacket, waterproofs, boots
- Always
- Sun cream, sunglasses, dry socks
- Temple
- Modest and warm
How it works
- Get the route packing listFrom your operator.
- Pack in layersBase, mid and outer.
- Add sun protectionStrong at height.
- Keep spare dry socksIn your day bag.
Insider tip
Follow your operator's packing list for the route.
Avoid this
Do not rely on one thick coat instead of layers.
Related questions
Is it very cold?
Yes at height, especially in wind and at night.
Can I rent gear?
Often in Kathmandu; ask your operator.
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