Adventure Collection
Packing Ideas

What should you bring aside from yourself?

If you're kayaking in the Galapagos you'll probably dress differently than if you're trekking in Patagonia. Whatever adventure you're embarking on, your travel guide will provide you with a complete packing list to help you prepare. Still, there are always some basic things you should keep in mind.

Warm Weather Trips (e.g. safaris):

  • Base layer, short sleeve

  • Base layer, long sleeve top

  • Base layer, bottoms

  • Underwear

  • Light jacket

  • Shell top

  • Shell pants

  • Shirts

  • Pants

  • Shorts

  • Swimsuit

  • Hiking boots

  • Lightweight shoes

  • Sandals or inexpensive flip-flops

  • Outer socks

  • Liner socks

  • Sun hat/visor or ball cap

  • Rain hat

  • Backpack

  • Backpack Cover

  • Hydration pouch or water bottle

  • Trekking Poles

  • Headlamp or flashlight

  • Stuff sacks

  • Wet wipes

  • Lip balm

  • Toothbrush, toothpaste, floss

  • Shaving accessories

  • Feminine hygiene

  • Sunscreen

  • Moisturizer

  • Mirror

  • Bug repellant

  • First Aid kit

  • Personal medications

  • Repair kit

  • Pocket knife or multi-tool

  • Money belt or pouch

  • Sun glasses

  • Backup pair of prescription glasses

  • Travel clock

  • Extra ID/passport documentation

  • Camera & film

  • Binoculars

  • Writing materials

  • International Electric Adapters

 

Cold Weather Trips (e.g. mountain trekking):

  • Base layer, short sleeve

  • Base layer, long sleeve top

  • Base layer, bottoms

  • Underwear

  • Light jacket

  • Heavy jacket

  • Outerwear pants

  • Shell top

  • Shell pants

  • Shirts

  • Pants

  • Swimsuit

  • Hiking boots

  • Lightweight shoes

  • Outer socks

  • Liner socks

  • Gaiters

  • Sun hat/visor or ball cap

  • Rain hat

  • Wool/fleece hat

  • Glove shell

  • Glove liners

  • Backpack

  • Backpack cover

  • Hydration pouch or water bottle

  • Trekking poles

  • Headlamp or flashlight

  • Stuff sacks

  • Wet wipes

  • Lip balm

  • Toothbrush, toothpaste, floss

  • Shaving accessories

  • Feminine hygiene

  • Sunscreen

  • Moisturizer

  • Mirror

  • Bug repellant

  • First Aid kit

  • Personal medications

  • Repair kit

  • Pocket knife or multi-tool

  • Money belt or pouch

  • Sun glasses

  • Backup pair of prescription glasses

  • Travel clock

  • Extra ID documentation

  • Camera & film

  • Binoculars

  • Writing materials

  • International electric adapters

 

Water Based Trips (e.g. kayaking):

  • Base layer, short sleeve

  • Base layer, long sleeve top

  • Base layer, bottoms

  • Underwear

  • Light jacket

  • Heavy jacket

  • Outerwear pants

  • Shell top

  • Shell pants

  • Shirts

  • Pants

  • Shorts

  • Swimsuit

  • Waterproof shoes

  • Lightweight shoes

  • Sandals or inexpensive flip-flops

  • Outer socks

  • Liner socks

  • Sun hat/visor or ball cap

  • Rain hat

  • Wool/fleece hat

  • Glove shell

  • Glove liners

  • Backpack

  • Backpack cover

  • Hydration pouch or water bottle

  • Headlamp or flashlight

  • Stuff sacks

  • Wet wipes

  • Lip balm

  • Toothbrush, toothpaste, floss

  • Shaving accessories

  • Feminine hygiene

  • Sunscreen

  • Moisturizer

  • Mirror

  • Bug repellant

  • First Aid kit

  • Personal medications

  • Repair kit

  • Pocket knife or multi-tool

  • Money belt or pouch

  • Sun glasses

  • Backup pair of prescription glasses

  • Travel clock

  • Extra ID documentation

  • Camera & film

  • Binoculars

  • Writing materials

  • International electric adapters

 

City Trips (e.g. cultural tours):

  • Base layer, short sleeve

  • Base layer, long sleeve top

  • Base layer, bottoms

  • Underwear

  • Light jacket

  • Heavy jacket

  • Shell top

  • Shell pants

  • Shirts

  • Pants

  • Shorts

  • Swimsuit

  • Hiking boots

  • Sandals or inexpensive flip-flops

  • Outer socks

  • Liner socks

  • Sun hat/visor or ball cap

  • Trekking poles

  • Headlamp or flashlight

  • Stuff sacks

  • Wet wipes

  • Lip balm

  • Toothbrush, toothpaste, floss

  • Shaving accessories

  • Feminine hygiene

  • Rain hat

  • Wool/fleece hat

  • Glove shell

  • Glove liners

  • Backpack

  • Backpack cover

  • Hydration pouch or water bottle

  • Sunscreen

  • Moisturizer

  • Mirror

  • Bug repellant

  • First Aid kit

  • Personal medications

  • Repair kit

  • Pocket knife or multi-tool

  • Money belt or pouch

  • Sun glasses

  • Backup pair of prescription glasses

  • Travel clock

  • Extra ID documentation

  • Camera & film

  • Binoculars

  • Writing materials

  • International electric adapters