If you're flying from an Indian winter to −30°C Lapland, packing right is the difference between a magical trip and a miserable one. Good news: it's simpler than it looks, and we provide the heavy gear.
The 3-layer system
- Base layer — thermal top & bottoms (merino or synthetic, never cotton).
- Mid layer — fleece or wool jumper for insulation.
- Outer layer — windproof, waterproof shell. For activities we provide heavy Arctic overalls and boots.
What we usually provide
On most safaris you'll get thermal overalls, snow boots, warm gloves and a balaclava/hat for the activity. That means you don't need to buy expensive −30°C gear in India — pack smart layers instead.
What you must bring
- Thermal base layers (2 sets) and warm wool socks (several pairs)
- Fleece/wool mid-layers
- Warm hat, neck gaiter, thin liner gloves (for phone use)
- Lip balm, moisturiser, sunglasses (snow glare is real)
- Power bank — cold drains phone batteries fast
- Any regular medication, plus travel insurance documents
Not sure what your specific itinerary needs? We send a tailored packing list with every booking. Talk to our team or browse packages.