Are you looking for best trekking and hiking gear for men in India?
If Yes, you are in the right place.
I have been trekking, hiking and been an adventurer since the year 2012.
My love for hiking started when I carried a “20 liter water can” on my back to the top of a hill in Sikkim.
I was at IHCAE Mountaineering institute in Chemcey of Sikkim for a 3 day training and leadership camp called RYLA under Rotary International.
Not only did I overcame my fear of height, I also did rock-climbing and rappelling from high natural rock walls for the first time.
In 2016, I went for my first high altitude trek to the highest peak in Nagaland – Mount Saramati (3841m).
Honestly, I was unprepared. Neither did I carry the right rucksack (backpack) nor did I wore the right clothes.
In the mountains, we must carry less, and pack only what we need.
“What to pack or What do we need?”- is the million dollar confusing question.
We often carry heavier clothes and unnecessary hiking gears while climbing a mountain.
As a result, it becomes harder to ascend on a trek.
In 2017, I trekked to Sandakphu (3636m) at the India-Nepal Border – another high altitude trek.
Alas! I made the same mistakes. Wrong clothes! I got the rucksack right this time.
The year 2019 was full of adventurous trips and treks. It started with the Dzukou Valley Trek in Nagaland.
This time I bought a light weight jacket and a trek pant, trekking shoes and a rain poncho from Decathlon.
I then went for the Monpa Trail Trek (2960m) in Arunachal Pradesh, caving in Krem Mawmluh in Meghalaya, Rock Climbing in Assam, and more in 2019 and 2020.
It was the Basic Mountaineering Course in NIMAS Dirang in Arunachal Pradesh in 2022 that taught me a lot about carrying the right trekking gears.
The course involved 28-days of consistent training – running, hiking, rock-climbing, artificial wall climbing, camping at different altitudes and ice-wall climbing at 5017m (16,460 ft) of the Mount Gorichen glacier.
Travel essentials, hiking and trekking gears can save our day in the worst of our situations.
Here are a list of helpful trustworthy trekking and hiking gear I use and recommend.
Backpack or Rucksack for Trekking
I have used 3 backpack or rucksack for trekking so far.
1. TRAWOC 60 Ltr Hiking Rucksack, Red
Initially, I used the Trawoc rucksack for Sandakphu Trek (2017) and for Dzukou Valley (2019).
Check out the Trawoc Rucksack on Amazon
2. mufubu Hiking Backpack for Outdoor Sports
I used this Mufubu Hiking Backpack 55 liter size for the Monpa Trail Trek in Arunachal Pradesh in 2019 and for Dzukou Valley Trek in 2020.
Check out the Mufubu Hiking Backpack 55 L on Amazon.
3. Forclaz Trekking Bag MT 500 Green 70+10 L
I bought this Trekking Bag before heading to the 28-day Basic Mountaineering Course in NIMAS Arunachal Pradesh.
I didn’t use it during the course, as the institute gave us their own rucksacks for all the trainees.
Since 2022, I have been using this for all the high altitude treks – Japfu Peak Trek, Annapurna Base Camp Trek, Dzukou Trek, Goechala Trek and more.
Check the Forclaz Trekking Bag MT 500 on Myntra
I bought the Green colored rucksack.
The above link has the Blue Solid colour and is of 50+10L. It is lesser in price.
Light Weight Quick Dry T-Shirt
This is one of the best. I bought the yellow colored T-shirt which my friends say I wear like an uniform during my treks, haha!
Check out the T-Shirt on Flipkart
Quechua Hiking Water Bottle
Check out the 750 ml Hiking Water Bottle by Decathlon on Flipkart
Decathlon Microfibre Towel Size L
I use two Microfiber towel from Decathlon – the Blue and Green ones.
These towels are light weight and dries quickly.
Check out the Decathlon Microfiber Towel on Amazon
Quechua Camping Sleeping Bag 20°
The Quechua Camping Sleeping bag Arpenaz 20° is not for high altitude treks. It keeps you warm till the temperature is 20° C.
I have used it during my hostel days at Pondicherry and use it at my home in Assam now sometimes.
Check out the QUECHUA Camping Sleeping Bag Arpenaz 20° By Decathlon on Flipkart
Unisex Black & Grey 5 Degrees Synthetic Trekking Sleeping Bag
I used a yellow colored trekking bag during Mount Japfu Trek in Nagaland.
Check out this Trekking Sleeping Bag Grey 5° on Myntra
Men Solid Black Upto 0° Puffer Jacket
I bought this Black Non-Hooded Puffer Jacket before heading to Dzukou Valley trek in 2019.
Check out the Black Puffer Jacket on Myntra.
This jacket will keep you warm till 0 Degree Celsius.
I have worn this jacket in Arunachal during Monpa Trail Trek too. You will see me wearing it in the photos of the article.
Men Lightweight Puffer Down Jacket (-5°C) Blue
You can wear this down jacket at higher altitudes.
It will keep you warm at even minus 5 degree Celsius with 3 layers.
Check out the Packable Men Lightweight Puffer Down Jacket on Myntra
It can be easily packed (bag given) and is hooded to protect you from cold wind.
Men Lightweight Packable Down Jacket – MT500 -10°C Blue
I have used it during the Annapurna Base Camp Trek (4130m) in Nepal and other treks in Northeast India like – Goechala Trek (4600m) in Sikkim, Dzukou Valley in Nagaland.
Check out the Men Lightweight packable Down Jacket on Myntra
It is water-repellent too.
Unisex Hooded Waterproof Trekking Poncho
I have been using this Waterproof Trekking Poncho to trek during the rain since 2019.
I completed my 28 days of mountaineering with this too.
You don’t need an extra rain-cover for your rucksack if you have this.
Check out the Hooded Waterproof Trekking Rain Poncho on Myntra
Unisex Multi-Pocket Travel Waist Pouch – 2L
I mostly use to carry my phone, money, powerbank and sometimes a half-liter water bottle everyday.
It has adjustable waist strap and 3 pockets.
Check out this Forclaz Multi pocket Travel Waist Pouch on Myntra
Unisex Grey Scarves (for neck and face)
Best during trekking to cover our neck and mouth from cold wind.
I also wear this on my head and forehead as I sweat a lot.
Check out the Unisex Grey Scarves from Forclaz on Myntra.
USB Rechargeable HL900 600 Lumen Head Torch
Check out this Rechargeable 600 Lumen Trekking Head Torch
White Battery Head Torch Travel Accessory
Not just trekking, we can use this head torch at home too. It was my late Mom and Aunt’s favorite.
2 pieces of AAA batter is required to use it.
Check out the White Battery Head Torch on Myntra
SOLOGNAC By Decathlon Black Battery Outdoor Head Torch
It is lesser priced than the above.
Check out the Battery Outdoor Head Torch on Myntra.
Men Black Printed Windcheater Hiking and Trekking Tailored Jacket
My favorite hiking and trekking jacket of all.
I spent my 28 days in the outdoors of Arunachal Himalayas during Basic Mountaineering Course in 2022.
I have been using this since 2019.
Check out this Hiking and Trekking Tailored Jacket on Myntra
Unisex Hooded Extra Waterproof Trekking Poncho
Check out this Hooded Extra Waterproof Trekking Rain Poncho on Myntra
Hiking and Trekking Matress
1. M100 Trekking Foam Mattress
Bought in 2019 before the Dzukou Valley Trek, I have been using it since for treks in Northeast India.
Check out the M100 Trekking Foam Mattress on Myntra
2. MT500 Folding Foam Trekking Mattress
Though I have been using the above M100 Foam Mattress for trekking, I plan to by the folding one as it is easier to carry.
Check out the MT200 Folding Foam Trekking Mattress on Myntra
3. Inflatable Trekking Mattress MT500 Air
This trekking mattress will allow you to fold it into a small pouch so you can carry like a sleeping bag.
Sounds Easy right?
Check out the Inflatable Air Trekking Mattress on Myntra
Sunhats and Cap
I use the following Sunhats and Caps
1. Gustave Sunhat
I have been using it since 2022 – the 28 Day Basic Mountaineering Course, Annapurna Base Camp trek and other treks in Nagaland.
Check it out the Gustave Sunhat on Amazon
2. Unisex Grey Solid Waterproof Mountain Trekking Hat
I bought this Waterproof Mountain Trekking Hat recently before heading to the Goechala Trek in Sikkim.
It weighs lesser than the Gustave Sunhat I had been using.
3. Turquoise Lightweight Travel Cap
Check out this Turqoise Lightweight Travel Cap on Myntra.
I didn’t know this cap was designed for women at the time of buying it.
Nevertheless, I bought it and so I wear it sometimes, haha!
4. Unisex Dark Grey With Mesh Back Travel Cap
Apart from the Sunhat above, I love this Dark Grey Travel Cap.
I have used it during treks, short hikes and even regularly when I go out.
Check out the Unisex Mesh Back Travel Cap on Myntra
Trekking Gloves
1. Black Stretchable Touch Screen Compatibility Trekking Gloves
I have been using this Touch Screen and Stretchable Trekking Gloves since 2021.
You can easily click photos or use your phone without removing the glove.
I highly recommend this trekking glove.
Check out the Touch Screen Trekking Gloves on Myntra.
2. Adult mountain trekking windproof touchscreen gloves – MT900 grey
Check out the Windproof and Touchscreen Trekking Gloves on Myntra
3. Adult Trekking Tactile Stretch Winter Gloves – MT500 Blue
Check out the Tactile Stretch Winter Trekking Gloves on Myntra
Men Stretchable Cargo Shorts with Belt Brown – MT500
I have been using this at home but not so much while trekking though.
Check out the Stretchable Cargo Shorts with the Belt on Myntra
Solid Mt500 60L + 10L Expandable Ripstop Fabric Trekking Rucksack
Summing it Up
I have tried to include all the trekking and hiking gear for Men in India that I use personally in this page.
There are a few more which I will add eventually.
I hope you find these trekking gears helpful for hiking and trekking trips.