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Trekking boots and rucksack have already been mentioned. Sandals are necessary for crossing rivers and for giving your feet a rest in camp. Make sure they fit properly and that you can tighten them firmly.

Tents and cooking equipment

A summer tent is not enough even if you trek in the hottest part of the season. You need at least a three-season tent, and if you plan to trek in spring or autumn, a four-season tent.

Independent camp in the Langthang Valley (Trek 1)

Air-filled sleeping mats are recommended, as they generally give better insulation than simple foam mats. Your sleeping bag needs to have its lower limit a few degrees below 0ºC. If you are not sure whether your sleeping bag will do, buy a polar fleece inner bag to augment warmth. These are available in Leh and are certainly a cheaper solution than buying a new sleeping bag.

Kerosene is the most commonly used fuel in Indian households and is easily available; sometimes it is even possible to buy it in a remote village, although you should not expect to do so. Kerosene stoves are therefore the most suitable on trek, and MSR products (www.msrgear.com) considered by many travellers to be the best. Primus (www.primus.eu) is another legendary stove manufacturer. Simple Indian stoves, even portable models, are widely available, including in Leh, but they are heavier than the modern ones designed for outdoor activity. Trekking stoves are available in Leh, both for hire and to buy, but don’t expect to have a choice. A lone trekker with a modern, good quality stove, will need around a litre of kerosene for a 10-day trek.