Backpacking packing list
Weeks on the road with one pack. Everything here has to be worth carrying, so the list is long on small useful things and short on clothes.
57 items in 13 categories
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Clothing
9 items -
Footwear
2 items -
Outdoor gear
6 items -
Packing & laundry
4 items -
Toiletries
7 items -
First aid
4 items -
Safety
3 items -
Miscellaneous
3 items -
Electronics
6 items -
Documents
7 items -
Accessories
2 items -
Medication
2 items -
Food & drink
2 items
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Three things to know before you pack.
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Pack for a week, however long you go
You will wash clothes on the road. A week of clothes is enough for a month, and for six.
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Weigh the pack
Aim for one you can carry for an hour without stopping. If it is heavy at home, it is heavier on a hot day abroad.
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Keep valuables in two places
Some cash and a spare card apart from your wallet, and copies of your passport saved online.
Frequently asked questions
What size backpack do I need?
For most trips, 40 to 50 liters. A pack of about 40 liters usually passes as a cabin bag, and a smaller pack stops you from bringing things you will not use.
How do I do laundry while backpacking?
A sink, a little detergent and a travel clothesline handle most of it, and quick-dry clothes are ready by morning. Hostels and laundromats cover the rest.
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