| Here is a quick guide on what to wear if you are | | | | be worn in layers to deal with varying |
| off on adventure holidays. | | | | temperatures of stuffy buildings and outside |
| Expeditions | | | | elements. We recommend a scarf or bandana to |
| Clothing | | | | be taken to religious sites to cover up your head |
| The most important thing for expeditions clothing | | | | and shoulders. IN Countries where it is compulsory |
| wise is keeping the bulk and weight down. Ideally | | | | for women to cover up, consider utilising a long |
| two sets of trousers and long sleeved shirts, one | | | | sleeved shirt and sarong. |
| for the day and one for the night time. Both sets | | | | Waterproofs |
| should be baggy to avoid chaffing and easy to roll | | | | We recommend a lightweight breathable jacket |
| up. Zip off trousers can be handy to take with | | | | for protection in a city. |
| you on walking holidays. You will also need to take | | | | Footwear |
| something warm like a fleece or body warmer | | | | When walking around lots on concrete, you can |
| even if you are going on tropical activity holidays. | | | | get tired, sore and hot feet so we recommend |
| To protect your head, a bandana or scarf is | | | | you wear breathable footwear with shock |
| essential. | | | | absorbency. Shock absorbing insoles can be added |
| Waterproofs | | | | to your shoes for extra comfort. |
| To protect yourself from rain we advise you | | | | Jungle |
| take a poncho, because they cover your body | | | | When on Jungle Adventure holidays, cotton |
| and your rucksack and belongings attached to | | | | clothing helps keep you cool by staying damp and |
| your body. The design of eliminates the need of | | | | prevents dehydration. Light polycottons and |
| waterproof trousers and it can also be used as a | | | | polyamides are easier to dry out if they become |
| ground sheet, protective cover or for shelter. | | | | damp, so ideally you should take one of each |
| Footwear | | | | outfit. Again a poncho is a good item to take as it |
| Correct and comfortable footwear is essential; we | | | | is a great waterproof but allows good air |
| recommend a pair of sturdy protective boots and | | | | circulation. When considering what footwear to |
| some sandals. | | | | take, you need to think about the wildlife, sandals |
| Overland | | | | are not ideal as snakes, leeches and scorpions can |
| Clothing | | | | all cause problems. So the best solution is |
| The clothing you take on overland activity | | | | breathable fast drying boots such as army jungle |
| holidays needs to cater for many situations and | | | | boots. |
| climates. We suggest when travelling in colder | | | | Desert |
| climates that you go for layering and use | | | | When on Desert Activity holidays, sun protective |
| protective fabrics to deal with the sun, thorns, | | | | clothing is very important. Nomadic tribes in the |
| insects and the elements. A hat, ideally full | | | | desert wear dark heavy clothing which keeps you |
| brimmed is recommended to provide protection | | | | cool by preventing sweat from evaporating |
| for face, head and neck. | | | | quickly. A full brimmed hat and bandana are ideal |
| Waterproofs | | | | for protecting your head, neck and face. On the |
| Again a poncho is ideal as it is very versatile. But | | | | footwear side breathable boots are a good idea; |
| a lightweight breathable jacket is also a good idea | | | | sandals are not a good idea as the sun will blisters |
| as it offers a windproof out layer. Team this up | | | | your exposed skin. |
| with waterproof trousers is you know you will be | | | | Trekking |
| visiting wet or cold climates. | | | | When on trekking and walking holidays , thin |
| Footwear | | | | layers are ideal as they provide great adaptability |
| Waterproof shoes can be uncomfortable if you | | | | in the varying weather conditions. It is essential |
| are spending long amount of time in the heat. So | | | | that you keep your clothing as dry as possible to |
| we recommend some breathable non waterproof | | | | avoid chills, so take waterproof jackets and |
| boots combined with waterproof breathable socks | | | | trousers. Polycotton or polyamide clothing is the |
| for the most comfortable combination. A pair of | | | | fastest drying. A hat, gloves and scarf/bandana |
| sandals will also be useful on overland walking | | | | are a must. Use wool based socks and |
| holidays. | | | | waterproof walking boots. 'Walking' sandals are |
| City | | | | also worth packing and Compeed blister patches |
| Clothing | | | | are a must in your medical kit. |
| When travelling in Cities, lightweight clothing should | | | | |