We provide the technical equipment for your trip — camp setups, safety gear, bikes, boards and more. Here's what to pack yourself, by region and season.
Bring these regardless of which activity you've booked.
SPF 50+ minimum. China's sun is intense — especially on the water, in the desert, and on the high plateau, where UV is extreme. Reapply through the day.
A wide-brimmed hat for sun on the grasslands, deserts and trails — plus a warm hat for cold high-altitude and desert nights. Helmets are provided where required.
We provide water on all tours, but having your own reusable bottle means you can drink at your own pace. 1 litre minimum for half-day, 2 litres for full-day.
For snacks, soft drinks, or optional extras in rural areas. Many small vendors accept WeChat Pay or cash, but not international cards. Keep ¥200–300 as backup.
For navigation, photos, and emergency contact. Download the tour details and our WhatsApp number before you leave your accommodation.
Bring any prescription medication, allergy medication, or personal first aid items you regularly use. Tell your guide about allergies or medical conditions at the briefing.
China spans deserts, grasslands, high plateau, the subtropical south and big cities — what you pack depends far more on where you go than on any single activity. All technical equipment is provided; the lists below cover clothing and personal items.
China spans many climate zones at once — the same date can mean very different weather from the subtropical south to the northern plains to the high plateau. Match your packing to your region above.
The most popular season almost everywhere — mild and green in the south and cities, tea-harvest in the forests, and the start of grassland season. Pack layers and a light rain jacket; plateau and desert nights are still cold.
Prime time for the grasslands and high plateau (cool and green), but hot and humid in the south and cities and very hot in the deserts. Quick-dry clothes and strong sun protection — plus a warm layer for high-altitude nights.
Clear, dry and comfortable across most of China — arguably the best all-round season. Ideal for deserts, cities, karst and tea country. Bring layers; the north and high-altitude areas cool quickly.
Cold and dry in the north (Beijing, the grasslands), mild and damp in the south, and very cold on the plateau. Pack a proper warm jacket for the north and west; a mid-layer and rain protection for the south.