Equipment
- Thermal underwear, at least two sets
- Wool or fleece thermal mid layer, take lots of thin layers instead of few thick ones.
- Hiking pants. We recommend no cottons as they take long to dry if wet.
- Thermal jacket (down or fiber) optional
- Waterproof and breathable pants and jacket for hiking onshore
- Wool/fleece hat
- Two pairs of gloves and one pair of mittens
- 3 to 4 pairs thick wool/synthetic socks and 2 to 3 pairs thinner socks
- Casual clothes to wear ashore
- Non marking sailing boots or regular boots with non marking soles. Fine thread will grip the deck better when wet than deep thread.
- Boat shoes or slippers with rubber soles for below decks
- Hiking boots (Vibram sole)
- Sleeping bag
- Soft travel bag (no hard suitcases)
- Dark sun glasses
- Sunscreen / after sun cream
- Swim suit and towels
- Small backpack for day hikes
- Personal medical kit to include personal medication and i.e. band aids, throat lozenges, lip salves, sea-sickness tablets etc. Don't forget regular medication you may need (e.g. Asthma, bring your inhaler, even if you do not always need it).
- 1 litre water bottle
- Small selection of your favourite CD's or books to read.
- ...and don't forget your camera!
