Hello explorers! On our Youtube channel, we made a video about "Mt. Apo Essentials" and covered the items we think is necessary for your 2-day or 3-day hike up to the highest mountain in the Philippines.
Check below for the complete list which you can copy-paste onto your own notepad so you can use it as a guide while packing!
Clothing for the hike (prepare 2 sets):
- Quick-dry: leggings, long sleeves or T-shirt
- Base layer sweater – preferably water-resistant
- Raincoat – to leave in your handcarry bag
- Warm mid-layer jacket (for 2-10 degrees Celcius)
- Mid-high socks (to avoid debris getting in your shoe)
- Hiking shoes
- Sunnies
- Hat or Hoodie
- Balaclava or mask
Miscellaneous in your carry-on bag:
- Water bottle at least 2L
- Hydration liquid: Gatorade, juice at least 500mL
- Trail snacks: Protein bar, Chocolate, mixed nuts
- Camera, tripod
- Quick-dry hand towel
For camping:
- Tent
- Sweaters & joggers (for sleeping)
- Thermals for underlayer (if you are malamigin)
- Wool sleeping socks
- Blanket/sleeping bag (preferably up to 0 degrees warmth)
- Pillow
- Quick Dry Towel
- Flashlights/Headlights
- Slippers
- Rope & hooks/ carabiner (for hanging wet clothes)
Extras:
- Camper tarp
- Campsite lamps
- Picnic mat
Toiletries for Camp:
- Mosquito spray
- Sunscreen
- Aqua Spray/ Alcohol
- Lip balm
- Deodorant
- Soap
- Tissue
Meals:
- Cutleries (spoon, fork, knives, plates, cups)
- Plastic bag (for trash or wet clothes)
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