Every season we watch duffels arrive in Skardu — some packed like veterans, some like optimists. This is the list our guides actually carry.
The non-negotiables
- Broken-in Gore-Tex boots — never new ones
- A sleeping bag rated -20°C to -30°C for high camps
- True layering: thermals, fleece, down, shell
- Trekking poles, gaiters, headlamp and UV sunglasses
- A 50–60L rucksack plus a soft duffel for porters
The thing everyone forgets
Sun protection for the underside of your face. On glacier days the light comes from below as well as above — lip balm with SPF and a wide-brim hat save more trips than any gadget.
Renting in Skardu is possible for bulky items like sleeping bags and poles; quality varies, so tell us in advance and we will reserve the good kit.
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