international Backpacking Sample Packing List
Dish with sides high enough to hold meals with liquid
Flatware: Fork, spoon and knife
Mug or cup for coffee/tea
Whistle
Camera (fully charged) and optional extra batteries
Hydration Pack and/or reusable water bottle (2+ liter capacity)
Headlamp/small flashlight
Kula cloth and toilet paper
Sleeping bag (can rent/sometimes included, please check with Root representative)
Sleeping pad (can rent/sometimes included, please check with Root representative)
Lightweight shoes/sandals for use at camp
Optional
Swimsuit
Notebook and pen
Paperback book
Clothing
Comfortable hiking boots
Lightweight rain jacket & pants
Non-cotton hiking pants
Non-cotton hiking shirts (2-3)
Long sleeve sun shirt
Fleece or down jacket (cold at night)
Leggings
Underwear & sports bra
Sun hat
Sunglasses
Winter hat
Lightweight gloves
Hiking socks (2-4)
Personal Items and Gear
Hiking poles (can rent/sometimes provided, please check with Root representative)
ID
Copy of flight itinerary
Copy of travel insurance info
Some cash and credit cards
Sunscreen and lip balm w/ SPF
Insect repellent (Deet is recommended)
Toiletries (no showers on the trek and no soap in streams or lakes)
Wet-wipes and or small towel for ‘dry shower’
Prescription medications (kept in original containers)
Personal first-aid kit, including anti-itch cream for bites, pain medications, band aids, blister care, etc