SUGGESTED GEAR FOR TREKKING IN TASMANIA
Tasmania is home to some of the world’s most well-known and loved bushwalks, ranging from the The Overland Track to any one of 60 short walks. Environments to be encountered during your time in Tasmania range from lush temperate rainforests to windswept, deserted beaches, rocky alpine peaks to beautiful eucalypt woodlands. Don’t be surprised if you encounter four seasons in one day – snow in January and even a whole day of sunshine in July! Tasmania has a lot to offer the outdoor enthusiast. A well-equipped walker will be able to tackle many spectacular and rewarding Tasmanian Treks!
- Hiking boots (leather)
- 70-100L rucksack
- Pack cover or liner
- Tent (good 3 season or 4 season)
- Sleeping bag (600-700 down fill, water resistant shell)
- Sleeping bag liner
- Good insulating self inflating mattress
- Gaiters
- Waterproof/breathable shell
- Waterproof/breathable overpants
- Gloves
- Beanie
- Sunglasses
- Broad brimmed hat
- Fleece jacket
- Shorts
- Lightweight/quickdry pants
- Thermal t-shirt, long sleeve and short sleeve. (Icebreaker is ideal)
- Thermal long-johns
- Warm socks
- Liner socks
- Sunscreen, lipbalm
- Insect repellent
- Dry bags
- Epirb
- First aid kit
- Good book
- Camera
- Film, spare batteries
- Travel towel
- Small toiletries bag
- Stove-Trangia or gas
- Fuel for stove
- Mug, bowl, cutlery
- Pocket knife
- Headtorch
- Waterproof matches or a lighter
- Candle lantern
- Wet Ones or similar
- Water bottles or bladder
- Ding tape
- Spare cord/tough string
- Whistle
- Compass
- Topographic maps
- Toilet trowel
- Toilet paper
- Snap-lock bags
- Lollies
- Small tarpaulin sheet or groundsheet
- Biodegradable soap
- Pot scourer
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