Backpack, with a change of clothes for the whole period of the trek. T shirts, shorts and some warm clothes. Recommended max 6 kilos for your personal belongings.
Strong, comfortable footwear.
Sweater and jacket (something warm).
Water bottle and purification tablets (Micropur are recommended and can be bought in local pharmacies in Cusco).
Flashlight and batteries.
Hat or cap to protect you from the sun.
Sun block (sun protection cream), insect repellent.
Toiletries, towel and toilet paper.
Camera, plenty of film and spare batteries.
One complete change of clothing (you can afford to carry more changes of clothing if you hire a personal porter).
Optional: walking sticks or poles (rubber covers required).
PASSPORT: Pls note that you must bring your original passport (which was given when making the reservation for the trail).
Without this you will not be allowed by the authorities to enter onto the trek