What are the precautions and preparations for traveling in Tibet?

Have you prepared the necessary supplies for traveling in Tibet? Many travelers have an almost superstitious fear of Tibet and always want to bring more equipment to make themselves safer, but this is not the case! Carrying a heavy backpack on the plateau is a big burden. The principle of carrying items is to be light and practical.

Before heading to the "pure holy land" in your heart, we have collected knowledge about all aspects of Tibet travel for you.

1 Backpacks: The less "the better"

As long as it is enough, the less luggage and backpacks you need to carry when traveling to Tibet, the better. Generally, a backpack of less than 45 liters is sufficient. If you are participating in some outdoor hiking and camping activities, then two backpacks, one large and one small, are enough. In addition, a rain cover is also a must-have, not only to prevent rain, but also to prevent dust.

2 Clothing: The "warmer" the better

Because the temperature in Tibet is very low and the temperature difference between day and night is large, down jackets and warm fleece jackets are essential.

If you go hiking or mountain climbing in Tibet, you should prepare a set of sweat-wicking underwear. In the wild, sweat sticking to the body is very troublesome, and it will quickly take away body heat and is very dangerous. In addition, special attention should be paid to the fact that in July and August in Tibet, it rains almost every day, which requires all the equipment to be waterproof.

3 Shoes: Hiking shoes of choice

For long-distance hikers or hikers, a pair of breathable, warm and suitable travel shoes is crucial. The best choice is hiking shoes with hard soles and high tops, which are not easy to get sand and gravel, are not easy to fall off when walking in muddy ground, and are better at water-proof and warm.

4 Travel kettle: the source of life

The water in Tibet is very pure, and some of it can be drank directly. There are often dozens of kilometers of uninhabited areas on the plateau, and there are often times when there is no meal, so it is very useful to carry a kettle with you.

5 Sunglasses: Not Just Cool

Due to the high altitude and thin atmosphere, Tibet’s solar radiation intensity is very high and ultraviolet rays are particularly strong, so sunglasses are indispensable. It should be noted that not all sunglasses are suitable. To choose sunglasses with UV filtering function, it is best to choose sunglasses with 100% UV protection.

6 Sunscreen: Must use to avoid peeling

The air on the plateau is thin and the sun is direct. Sunscreen can prevent skin peeling from the sun.

7 Sleeping bags: The more refined the better

In July and August, a 1kg duck down sleeping bag is enough to keep you warm. Buy one with more than 80% velvet. After compression, the volume is not much larger than a large bottle of Coke.