Adventure Outfitters                                                                                 Inca Trail to Machu Picchu                                                                                                  Gear List INCA TRAIL- Peru  Trekking The key to staying comfortable while hiking is layering. To get maximum comfort with minimum weight, you need versatile layers that mix and match to create the right amount of insulation, ventilation and weather protection. Try to bring only what is necessary-this will help you and the field staff. Additional Note: Maximum weight for each duffel bag while trekking is approximately 10 kilos (22 lbs) plus what you carry in your daypack. While on the Inca Trail, you will be able to store unnecessary gear and purchases at your hotel in Cuzco. Weather: Andean nights can get quite cold (between 25° and 40°F) with daytime temperatures warming to 60°-80°F. Much of your trip is in the mountains where weather can change very quickly. Typically, days are clear and pleasant, with afternoon clouds building in the spring and fall months. Cool and misty conditions are possible, but all-day rain is unlikely. Provided gear: Tents Cooking and eating utensils while camping   We recommend the following gear: Official Papers Valid passport Airline tickets Luggage Large duffel bag Daypack, 2000-2500 cu. in. to carry your camera, water bottles, sweater, etc. Luggage tags and luggage locks Passport pouch or money pouch Sleeping Gear Sleeping bag rated to 10°-20°F Self inflating camp mattress   City Clothing Lightweight, easily washable items for city wear-you can leave these in a luggage storage room at your hotel in Cuzco during the trek   Clothing-  NO COTTON! Midweight fleece or wool sweater Fleece pants or tights Midweight thermal underwear tops and bottom, synthetic or wool Hiking pants Hiking shorts Long-sleeve shirts T-shirts Underwear and casual socks Hiking socks Liner socks   Clothing Accessories Sun hat Wool or fleece hat Bandana Wool or fleece gloves   Outerwear Rain jacket, waterproof and breathable Rain or wind pants, waterproof and breathable; size-zip pants are highly recommended Insulated parka/ski jacket, down or synthetic   Footwear Sturdy hiking boots, waterproof, lightweight, broken-in, aggressive tread Camp shoes such as tennis shoes or sandals or other comfortable footwear for use in town or campsites   Travel Accessories 2 one-quart water bottle(s) NO HYDRATION SYSTEMS! headlamp and spare batteries/bulb- REQUIRED Pocket knife or multi-tool Watch with alarm or travel clock 1 roll of toilet paper Sunglasses and retainer strap Sunblock and lip balm Toiletry kit Small towel No-rinse  wipes Personal first-aid kit Hand sanitizer gel- REQUIRED Insect repellent Several Ziploc plastic bags Large, heavy-duty plastic trash bags Trekking Poles- REQUIRED!   Optional Field Gear Camera, film and spare batteries Altimeter Ear plugs Whistle Thermos Spare contact lenses or glasses Reading and writing materials Sewing kit  Favorite energy snacks and drinks 'Potable Aqua' water treatment tablets (if need should arise, highly unlikely) While "optional" it is HIGHLY recommended that you bring the prescription drugs CIPRO and LOMOTIL. In the event that you encounter water or food born parasites.  " Please remember to always pack essential items such as your passport, money, eyewear, a change of clothing, hiking boots and medications in your carry-on baggage, in case your luggage is delayed. " Wind chill can be a significant feature of this trip. Air temperatures are not very cold, but when the wind is constant, and when you combine this with the stress that altitude puts on your body, you can be robbed of body heat quickly. Wind or rain gear is very important. " Cotton is wonderful in warm weather. However, once it becomes wet, it will drain your body heat. Bring wool or synthetics such as Capilene®, MTS® and Thermax®.  " Always test your layers before a trip. Your outer layer should fit easily over the inside ones without binding and bunching up. " Make sure boots are broken-in. Bring moleskin for foot treatment. Thin liner socks worn under regular hiking socks may minimize the risk of blisters. The liner sock should be synthetic, not cotton. Test your sock combination before you go on the trip. " Travel clothes, extra gear and purchases are left in a secure storage room while we are hiking. " Stuff sacks are great for sorting gear. Use different sizes/colors to differentiate contents. " Bring a garbage bag to line your duffel bag and keep your gear dry, should inclement weather be encountered.