Official Papers
|
|
Valid passport |
|
Airline ticket |
|
Money; travelers' checks; photo ID
|
|
Packs and Bags
|
|
Travel pack |
|
Duffel bag or soft-sided suitcase |
|
Fanny pack (or small daypack or waist pouch) |
|
Luggage tags (2 per bag) |
|
Dry bag (for wet clothes) |
|
Neck pouch for passport or small items |
|
Camera bags |
|
Money belt |
|
Extra nylon stuff sacks
|
|
Clothing (Men's/Women's/Kids')
|
|
A few articles of lightweight, easily washable clothing for city wear |
|
Waterproof/breathable jacket or anorak with hood |
|
Quick-drying pants/shorts |
|
Short-sleeve shirt |
|
Long-sleeve shirt |
|
Quick-drying swimsuit |
|
Sun hat (with brim) |
|
Bandanna |
|
Heavy or midweight wool or synthetic-fiber socks
|
|
Walking shoes or touring sandals
|
|
Travel Gear
|
|
Travel alarm clock |
|
Calculator |
|
Water bottles |
|
Eyeshades for sleeping |
|
Book |
|
Moist towelettes |
|
Kleenex |
|
Quick-drying towel |
|
Camera with extra batteries, lots of film |
|
Travel games |
|
Headlamp or flashlight with extra batteries and bulbs |
|
Snacks |
|
First-aid kit |
|
Pocket knife or multi-tool |
|
Sunglasses with retainer; sunscreen |
|
Binoculars |
|
Field guides |
|
Notebook and pencil |
|
Lip balm |
|
Insect repellent (can also pack along netting garments) |
|
Toothbrush and toothpaste |
|
Brush/comb |
|
Other personal toiletries |