The trip was wonderful! Truly wonderful. Summit was hard as hell, but we made it and Emmanuel was a great guide!! The rest of the staff (cook & porters) were also wonderful, so we were very happy.
We also loved the Safari and really bonded with our safari guide. Thanks so much for making it all happen.
Hidden Inca Trail/Machu Picchu Trek
Gear & Equipment List
Our suggestions in parenthesis.
Use as a guide for alternative brands.
Day Pack
(Mountain Hardwear Sortie)
1,500-3,000 c.i. Remember that horses are carrying most of the weight.
3 Liter water bladder included (Camelback). Consider an extra bladder in case one breaks.
Sleeping Bag
(Down- Mountain Hardwear Cloud Rest)
(Synthetic- Mountain Hardwear Switch)
You will have to choose between Down or Synthetic. There are pros and cons with both. Rated at least 20 degrees F. It will get cold overnight, especially at our high camp of 14,000ft.
Duffel Bags
(Mountain Hardwear Large Expedition Duffel)
Large expedition size duffel. Made from either sturdy vinyl or canvass. This is the bag that will be carried on the trek with all of your gear that is not on your back. It must be sturdy. *Also have 1 other less sturdy duffel to leave street clothes at hotel while on trek.
Sleeping Pads
Inflatable (Inflatable-Therm-a-Rest Prolite)
Closed cell combo (Closed Cell- Z-Lite)
We recommend both inflatable and foam pad combination (one of each).
Boots
lightweight hikers or cross trainers (La Sportiva Zodiak)
sturdier hiking boots (La Sportiva Thunder GTX)
*Optional...may wear just cross trainers if your feet typically stay warm. If your feet typically get cold or you have weak ankles, bring boots as well.
Warm Hat
(Mountain Hardwear Dome Perignon)
Sunglasses
(Costa Del Mar Frigate)
A second spare pair strongly recommended.
Trekking Poles
Optional, but recommended.
Glove and Liner Combo
1 pair of liners (Mountain Hardwear Powerstretch)
1 pair of windstoppers (Mountain Hardwear Gravity)
Lightweight Trekking Pant
2 pairs (Mountain Hardwear Convertable Pack Pant)
Convertible pant/short are the best.
Capelin/Polypro top/bottom
2 sets each light and medium
Socks
(2)Light, (2)Medium (Smartwool)
Hygiene/toiletry kit
Only the basics
Pee bottle or female spout
Optional...especially if you have no experience using one.
First Aid Items
Only the basics. Tylenol, Motrin, Cipro, Moleskin...etc. We provide the main medical kit with critical meds.
Headlamp
Nalgene bottle(1 liter)
Snack foods to supplement standard meals. Make sure to bring items you really enjoy, not just lame energy bars.
Spare batteries
Hat/visor
Ear plugs
Insect repellant with Deet
Sunscreen 30 – 45 SPF
Plastic Bags
(garbage bags)
1 to 2...many uses. Big enough to hold critical items in your mountain duffel to add rain protection. Also a few small sandwich bags.
Hand sanitizer (pocket size is best)
Baby wipes for mountain bath
Bandana
Music player
Knife or multitool (if you think you might use it)
Duct tape (put a few wraps around trekking pole for access)
Journal
Items you might want to give to donate to the Chilipaua school kids…shoes, shirts, socks, sunglasses, school materials.
Tip money. This is optional of course... but if you feel the service was exceptional from the Peruvian staff, the usual guideline is approximately $80-$100 for the trek.
Click here or on the icon to download application. Print and fill out all appropriate sections. Contact us with any questions regarding the application process.
Send applications and deposits to:
MountainVision Expeditions
1024 55th St.
Boulder, CO 80303
