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The weather in New Zealand is often changeable, and depending on the nature of the trip involved, you will need to have suitable clothing for a wide range of conditions We have tried to think of everything that you may need but you might have your own additions. If you are unsure of any of the listed items please don’t hesitate to get in contact with us and we will help you out.
Remember this is just a recommend list – common sense should always prevail, number one hint from previous clients – don’t over pack! Laundry facilities are readily available on many nights - the maximum that you will go without being able to wash your clothes is four nights, on most tours it is less than this.
Personal clothing:
- Waterproof rainwear, top essential and pants optional if you are cold blooded – MUST be completely waterproof, not showerproof & fit comfortably whilst wearing warm clothing
- Casual evening wear – dinners are a casual event
- Casual day wear, t-shirts and shorts etc
- Walking trousers / shorts
- Walking t-shirts or shirts, its best to stay away from cotton when hiking, it retains perspiration becoming wet and cold very easily – having moisture wicking, quick drying materials such as merino, polyester or coolmax are ideal
- Swimsuit and towel – if staying at mountain huts on your tour towels will not be supplied. However each standard accommodation provider will supply towels but it can be handy to have a small one with you for swimming or drying yourself from rain
- Lightweight woollen jumper or fleece
- Warm jacket – layering up is the best option
- Gloves and warm hat
- Hiking socks
- Sun hat
- Thermal clothing – merino thermals are great
- Undergarments, socks and sleep wear
Personal supplies:
- Passport and photo copy of passport and emergency contact list, kept separately from originals
- Airline tickets, insurance information
- Hiking Boots with firm ankle support & soles which grip well – essential
- Sports or casual shoes and sandals
- Day pack for on the bus and light walks – can also double as an overnight bag for some trips (such as when staying at farmstays or the Milford Mariner)
- Camelback drinking system – you will be given an Adventure South water bottle but if comfortable with using a Camelback style of system you are welcome to bring it
- Small torch / flashlight
- Personal toilet gear, e.g; towel, lip balm, ear plugs, tissues etc
- Wet wipes (moist tissues/towelettes) – if over-nighting at one of our mountain huts they often don’t have shower facilities so having some wet wipes to refresh yourself with can be handy
- Shampoo and conditioner, most standard accommodation providers (NOT mountain huts) will supply small amounts but it can be handy to have some of your own
- Sun cream, sunglasses – on a sunny day the burn rate is 7min, its best to be prepared
- Personal first aid kit and prescriptions or other medications such as aspirin, etc
- Insect repellent – not necessary for all of New Zealand
- If you wear glasses or use contact lenses it can be handy to have a extra set
- Camera / film / extra batteries / charger / extra memory card
- Reading material / Journal / Field Guides
- Electrical adapter for any appliances that you may be bringing (eg camera battery charger)
- Plastic Ziploc bags - very useful in storing wet clothing that has not yet dried
Adventure South will supply:
- Day packs and walking poles – if would like to borrow from us let us know pre tour
- First aid kit
- One Adventure South water bottle that you can keep
New Zealand doesn’t have a large temperature range, lacking the extremes you can find in most continental climates. However, the weather can change unexpectedly — as cold fronts and warm highs quickly blow in. We also cross alpine passes on some of our tours. Because of this, you should be prepared for sudden changes in weather and temperature. This basically means having a good waterproof jacket and some warm clothing. You don’t need to bring your winter wardrobe but a good fleece/jumper and good thermals are a must.
NOTE: If you are traveling early in our season (Oct-mid Dec) we would recommend bringing a couple of extra layers. The NZ weather at that time of the year is a little unpredictable and fresh snowfall can still occur. We would highly recommend having gaiters for these trips.
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