List of What to Bring

• Cameras and film
• Comfortable thick soled walking shoes with good grip affording solid ankle support
• Wide brimmed hat
• Sunglasses
• Sunscreen
• Long pants, preferably loose fitting, lightweight and quick drying cotton pants and not jeans
• Short pants, preferably light weight and quick drying
• T-shirts
• Long sleeved shirts, loose fitting and easy to dry
• Long sleeved woollen sweater or polypropylene fleece jacket
• Several pairs of woollen socks, cotton is not ideal as it does not reduce friction and does not keep feet warm
• Woollen or polypropylene hat
• Thermal top and bottom, preferably 2 pairs, one for day use and another to wear after the days activity
• Gloves
• Rainjacket, preferably one which breathes and does not "sweat"
• Casual shoes for wearing after a days walking to give your feet some welcome relief
• Swimmers/bathers
• Towel
• Torch
• Shower footwear; ie, thongs
• Personal effects; ie medication, bathroom needs, and reading material
• Walking sticks.  These are becoming increasingly popular as they assist enormously in giving a sense of balance and increased confidence and help prevent falls
• A soft bag for your luggage instead of a hard covered suitcase.  Suitcases are difficult to pack away and manoeuvre
• A small bottle of water for the beginning of the journey on the coach.  Keeping yourself hydrated is very important and helps maintain your personal well being.
• A sense of adventure, curiosity and fun