Adventure Travel Checklist

Documents (not every person will need every item on this list)
Expert Advice Image Passport Expert Advice Image Trip itinerary
Expert Advice Image Photocopy of first page of passport Expert Advice Image Flight confirmation
Expert Advice Image Entry visa (or required paperwork) Expert Advice Image Hotel confirmation
Expert Advice Image Other photo ID Expert Advice Image Int'l health card w/immunizations
Expert Advice Image Currency (valid at destination) Expert Advice Image List of key phone numbers

Packs/Bags
Expert Advice Image Travel pack Expert Advice Image Dry bag (for wet clothes)
Expert Advice Image Duffel (or soft-sided suitcase) Expert Advice Image Internal organizers
Expert Advice Image Day pack or waist pack Expert Advice Image Stuff sacks
Expert Advice Image Neck pouch (for passport) Expert Advice Image Resealable plastic bags
Expert Advice Image Money belt Expert Advice Image Luggage locks (TSA approved)
Expert Advice Image Camera bag(s) Expert Advice Image Luggage tags (2 per bag)

Clothing/Footwear (base choices on trip length and possible weather extremes)
Expert Advice Image Wicking T-shirt Expert Advice Image Swimsuit
Expert Advice Image Wicking underwear Expert Advice Image Waterproof/breathable rain jacket and pants
Expert Advice Image Quick-drying pants/shorts Expert Advice Image Insulating jacket or vest (and pants)
Expert Advice Image Short-sleeve shirt(s) Expert Advice Image Gloves or mittens
Expert Advice Image Long-sleeve shirt (for sun, bugs) Expert Advice Image Clothing for evening
Expert Advice Image Sun-shielding hat Expert Advice Image Hiking footwear; walking shoes; sandals
Expert Advice Image Fleece or wool hat Expert Advice Image Hiking/walking socks, wool or synthetic; 2+ pairs
Expert Advice Image Bandana or buff Expert Advice Image Liner socks

Travel Gear
Expert Advice Image Travel alarm clock Expert Advice Image Camera
Expert Advice Image Water bottles Expert Advice Image Memory cards or film
Expert Advice Image Water-treatment system Expert Advice Image Book/novel
Expert Advice Image GPS/personal navigator Expert Advice Image Interpretive field/historical guides(s)l
Expert Advice Image Headlamp or flashlight Expert Advice Image Language phrasebook
Expert Advice Image Binoculars Expert Advice Image Music player w/headphones
Expert Advice Image Battery charger Expert Advice Image Journal/sketchbook w/pen or pencils
Expert Advice Image Extra batteries Expert Advice Image Quick-dry travel towel
Expert Advice Image Electrical outlet converter Expert Advice Image Sleep sheet (sleeping bag liner)
Expert Advice Image Knife or multi-tool (in checked luggage) Expert Advice Image Travel pillow

Personal Items
Expert Advice Image Sunscreen Expert Advice Image First-aid kit (see our first-aid checklist)
Expert Advice Image Lip balm Expert Advice Image Prescription medications
Expert Advice Image Insect repellent Expert Advice Image Toothbrush, toiletry kit
Expert Advice Image Hand sanitizer Expert Advice Image Cosmetics
Expert Advice Image Alcohol or antiseptic wipes Expert Advice Image Brush/comb
Expert Advice Image Spare eyeglasses/contact lenses Expert Advice Image Eyeshades; earplugs

For REI Adventures trips, find packing guidelines for specific trips at REIAdventures.com

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