I have not trekked in SAF gortex boots before but have friends who did, so I guess it's ok, but would recommend proper trekking boots if you have them (they are about $150+ to 200+ from local outdoor stores).
I'll post the full packing list here for the benefits of others.
Cheers.
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PERSONAL EQUIPMENT CHECKLIST
1. Personal Clothing
(*) Hiking pants, shorts, polyester T-shirts
(-) Sweater
(*) Underwear (can be disposable type)
(*) Thermal undergarment (mid weight, 2 sets, NON-COTTON e.g. polyester)
(-) Liner socks (2 sets)
(*) Trekking socks (2 sets)
(*R) Down jacket (light, compressible, with hood)
2. Outerwear (while trekking)
(*B) Top and bottom shell (with hood, windproof and waterproof, breathable)
(*) Mid weight fleece (top, bottom is optional)
(*B) Gloves, shell & fleece (waterproof breathable, can take rough handling)
(*B) Sun hat or cap
(-B) Balaclava or ski hat
3. Footwear
(*) Trekking boots (waterproof)
(-B) Gaiters (waterproof)
4. Climbing Gears
(*B) Trekking poles
(*) Sun glasses or ski goggles (100% UV protection)
5. Toiletries
(-) Toothbrush and toothpaste
(-) Shaving kit (for men)
(*) Sun block (SPF50 or above), skin lotion, lip protection
(*) Toilet paper
(-) Soap & shampoo (biodegradable)
(*) Face towel (quick dry) or wet wipes
(-) Powder
(-) Comb or brush
(-) Sewing / repair kit (needle & thread, buttons, safety pins)
(-) Manicure articles
6. Personal Items
(*) Passport, airline tickets, travel documents
(*) Duffle bag, or haversack (>70 litre, waterproof cover, small lock)
(*) Day pack (~30 litre, waterproof cover)
(*) Water bottles (two x 1 litre, hydration pack highly recommended)
(*) Headlamp or torchlight (with spare batteries and bulb)
(-) Swiss knife
(*RB) Sleeping bag (all season, rating -10°c, overbag optional)
(*) Air mattress (therma-rest) or foam mattress (provided by trek operator)
(*) Trash bags and ziploc bags (a few, various sizes, for waterproofing)
(*) Personal first aid kit:
Deep heat, aspirin / Panadol, cold medicine (non drowsy), diarrhea
medicine (Lomotil, Flagyll for Giardiasis), insect repellent, antiseptic
cream, Diamox (acetazolamide), mole skin/blister kit, water purification
tablets, antibiotic, gastritis (Mylanta), plasters
(*) Travel insurance policy
(*) Local currencies (can change with S$ at Kathmandu)
7. Misc. Optional Items
(*) Mess tin, fork and spoon, plastic mug (provided by operator)
(-) Camera (films, memory card, spare camera batteries)
(-) Health document and passport size photographs
(-) Notepad & pen
(-) Reading material
(-) Matches or lighter, light stick
(-) Spare eyeglasses
(-) Travel pillow
(-) Disposable raincoat
(-) Nose shield
(-) Thermal flask
(-) Wide necked bottle
(-) Whistle
(-) Candles
(-) Hand warmer
(-) Water purifying kit
(-) Multi-vitamin supplements
(-) GPS, map and compass
(-) Altimeter and thermometer
(-) Energy foods/snacks: Raisin, meat floss, muesli, coffee/milo 3-in-1
* Essential items
- Optional items
R Rental available
B Can be bought in Kathmandu