Preparing for the Ta Nang Phan Dung trekking journey

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Ta Nang – Phan Dung is one of the ideal options for those who love trekking. However, to be able to experience the fullest of the road, you need to prepare some items which needed for the trip. VIS would like to provide you with the list of essential items for trekking trip to Ta Nang – Phan Dung.

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Due to the nature of the trip, participants are always advised to bring lightweight items, but that causes some passengers not to carry enough luggage, or shortages of furniture causing some disadvantages. So, the note for the items to bring right below is what you should not miss when trekking to Phan Dung.

Items needed if you discover Ta Nang Phan Dung

Trekking Shoes 

For Phan Dung Trekking Tour, there are 3 necessary items include trekking shoes, back pack and water bags. Here are some things to keep in mind:

Shoe – this is the most important and essential item of trekkers, as it will affect your route and strength. Accordingly, the shoes chosen when trekking should meet the requirements such as:

trekking Ta Nang Phan Dung in Viet Nam

• Good adhesion, high anti-friction and anti-slip properties.
• shoes should fit your foot, not too tight. Hints: highly recommend for the shoes which have cushion at heel of the shoe, so the pressure on the legs will be reduce.
• high collar to avoid insects.
• It is best to choose shoes that are fast drying or waterproof.

You should prioritize the type of shoes you wear at least 2-3 times. The familiar and inherent elasticity of the shoe will be very helpful when you must travel long distances. In addition, you can bring sandals or slippers to replace when you come to the camp.

Back pack

Back pack – trekking travelers should choose the lightweight back pack, durable material and spacious interior space. However, the selected back pack should hold the person back, with the cushion on the back to avoid pain and fatigue. In addition, we can also “upgrade” the backpack with dedicated support for trekking, space for water bags, cover back pack … etc. If you go to Ta Nang for a long time, dedicated back pack will bring significant benefits.The back pack for Phan Dung Trekking should be compact, space-saving storage and dedicated straps.

trekking Ta Nang Phan Dung in Viet Nam

Water bag

Water Bags – Some trekking organizations will suggest you carry extra water bags that can contain at least 1 – 3 liters of water. The water bag will give you free your hands when moving on the long road.The water bag also helps to regulate the amount of water you drink.

Clothes to bring

For those who go to Ta Nang – Phan Dung Trekking from 2 to 3 days, we can bring some types of clothing as follows:

• Thin and lightweight t-shirts that can drain sweat.
• elastic pants, lightweight fabric and good absorbency. Avoid carrying jeans because the material is not suitable for trekking.
• If you want to be comfortable, you can use shorts for day 1 but on day 2 when going to Phan Dung forest area, to avoid grass or insect crashing into the foot, it is best to use pants.
• Even it is the grassy season or the grass season, the temperature in Ta Nang is still very low so prepare warm clothes for evening.
• Sun protection items (not to be forgotten) include: long sleeves, hats and towels. For extra protection you can use one tube of sunscreen.
  

  Personal items

Here are some essential personal items for the trekking trip to Ta Nang – Phan Dung that you should not miss:

trekking Ta Nang Phan Dung in Viet Nam

• A small wet tissue bag to avoid too much space for it.
• Anti-insect creams and for anti-mosquitoes.
• Health supplements: Vitamin C, thermal paste, gel / hot gel to massage the muscles or your special remedies.
• Snacks that add energy such as: chocolate, snacks, sweets, etc. Be sure not to eat foods that have dairy components because of perishable or abdominal pain.

Besides, trekkers should also prepare for themselves at least 2 pairs of sock, 2 raincoats, which can put into pocket. Sanitary napkin is also a necessity because it can be used as a shoe pad, protecting your legs for hard and long traveling.

Tà Năng Phan Dũng is not only  one of the best road in Vietnam, but also the dangerous road. If you are a new traveler, you have to think carefully before visit here. As you seen, the preparation of luggage is very important. It helps participants reduce many of risks and enjoy the most complete experience, which the road offers. Vietnam Immigration Services will provide you some advices while trekking Ta Nang Phan Dung in next article, do not miss it guys, see you next time!