GEAR REQUIRED FOR WARWAN VALLEY
While we will be providing most of the equipment needed for trekking (tents, sleeping bags, crampons, snow boots etc), there is some basic gear you will need from your end to get through your hike comfortably.
These are a sturdy, lightweight backpack and comfortable trekking shoes. In case, you plan on purchasing them, please refer to the articles below for some helpful tips on how to go about choosing the right gear for your trek.
A branded backpack can be a hefty spend when it comes to trekking. But this needn’t be the case if you know what to look for.
One of our founders, Pankaj, purchased a non-branded pack for INR 1,100 in 2010 and the pack continues to work just fine for him. In the article linked below, he shares some helpful tips on what to look for when choosing a trekking backpack.
How to choose your backpack
Conventional sports shoes don’t suit trekking trails. We recommend wearing high ankle shoes with sturdy soles. These not only provide better support but also reduce the possibility of injuries while hiking. Please refer to the guide linked below for some useful tips on choosing trekking shoes.
How to choose a good pair of hiking shoes
Skills Required for Warwan Valley Trek
Bikat Adventures is primarily an adventure-based learning organization. This means our key objective is not just to help trekkers complete their treks but also to ensure they pick up some valuable lessons and skills in trekking along the way.
To achieve this, we have created learning modules and paired them to different levels on the Bikat Rating Scale.
These modules are taught in real-time on the trails by our trek leaders.
The following are some skills that are likely to come in handy on a trail like the Warwan Valley Trek.
While you will have all the assistance you need on the trek from our capable trek leaders and guides, we suggest browsing through the articles below to get an idea of what is involved.
Ascending and Descending on Trails
The extremely long distances and the moraine and boulder sections of the Warwan Valley trek can be tough on our legs. Maintaining the right rhythm and body posture can help avoid injuries and stress on our ankles and knees. The guide linked above shares some useful tips on how to ascend and descend down trails.
How to pack your rucksack
We need to pack backpacks in such a way that the essentials should always be accessible during the trek. The article linked above shares some useful guidelines you can follow to pack your backpacks efficiently while on the trail.
How to pitch a tent
Our trek leaders will be guiding us on how to pitch a tent during the trek. Nevertheless, we are linking the article above for anyone who might be interested in reading about it.
Hiking attire and layering
Warwan Valley is a prominent summer trek. A simple 2 layer, quick dry attire with head cover would suffice. However, the downhill winds in the campsites like Humpet amplifies the chillness. The article linked above will give you a fair idea of the layers you will need and guide you on how to layer up at campsites and while hiking.
How to cross a river
River crossings are one of the most adventurous parts of the Warwan Valley trek. But, because of the strong force of the water and the cold temperature, it can be dangerous. It takes special knowledge and skillset to cross these sections. Refer to the above link to get an idea of the precautions to take when you cross a rapid river.
How to use a trekking pole?
Trekking poles can come in handy while trekking, especially during descents. Please refer to the article above to find out the right way to use a trekking pole while hiking.
We hope this article answers all the questions about the trails and challenges of Warwan Valley trek. In case you need further information, please feel free to reach out to us.
