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 Whistle (for attracting attention in an emergency)

 Emergency reflective bag or ‘space blanket’

 Matches (keep them dry in a plastic bag!)

 Large plastic rucksack liner

 Mosquito repellent

 Iodine tablets (unlikely to be needed, but just in case)

 Small two-pin adaptor (same as for most of continental Europe)

In addition to the above, you may wish to add:

 Lightweight day pack

 Walking poles.

A down jacket or vest will prove infinitely warmer than a fleece on a cold evening sitting outside a hut or tent, and will certainly not be out of place outside the summer months. Early in the season, you may need to carry a long-handled ice axe; in winter, this is mandatory, as are crampons.

Water

Water can be problematic on some routes, particularly in karst areas such as Orjen. It is a good idea to bring some collapsible plastic ‘bladders’ (such as those made by Platypus). These are extremely durable, weigh very little, and when empty take up almost no space in your pack. Details of available water are given in the introduction to individual routes and stages. Water from the great majority of springs referred to in this guide is clean and does not need purifying. However, it is wise to bring some iodine tablets for use in cases where you are uncertain about the quality of a water source.