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What to pack forThe Amalfi Coast
in August

88° / 72°F
7 days of rain. Sunset around 7:55pm.
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The essentials

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Sunscreen SPF 50
A UV index of 9.8 burns exposed skin in minutes.
A UV index of 9.8 burns exposed skin in minutes. Don't have one? Check these out.
Project Reef SPF 50 Sunscreen$26 at REIBadger SPF 50 Daily Mineral Sunscreen$24.95 at REIThinksport Clear Zinc Active Face SPF 50 Sunscreen$15.95 at REISun Bum Mineral SPF 50 Sunscreen Face Stick$14.50 at REI
Polarized sunglasses
Water reflects intense August sun straight into your eyes.
Water reflects intense August sun straight into your eyes. Don't have one? Check these out.
Knockaround Paso Robles Sport Polarized Sunglasses Pink Silver Smoke$38 at REIKnockaround Premiums Sport Polarized Sunglasses Orange Rose$25.93 at REIFast Lanes Sport Polarized Sunglasses$38 at Backcountry.comKnockaround Fast Lanes Sport Polarized Sunglasses Matte Black/Smoke$38 at Backcountry.com
DEET or picaridin repellent
Rural areas host mosquitoes even in summer months.
Rural areas host mosquitoes even in summer months. Don't have one? Check these out.
Sawyer Picaridin Insect Repellent Lotion$10.95 at REIBen's 30 Deet Tick & Insect Repellent$1.92 at Backcountry.comAdventure Medical Ben's 30 Deet Tick & Insect Repellent Pump$1.92 at Backcountry.comBen's Spray Pump Insect Repellent - 30 Percent DEET$5.95 at REI
Tick remover
Check ankles and, if there's a dog, paws and ears every night.
Check ankles and, if there's a dog, paws and ears every night. Don't have one? Check these out.
the TICK PATROL Tick Remover Tool$6.50 at REI
Travel first aid kit
Cuts from rocks and sea urchins happen on coastal trips.
Cuts from rocks and sea urchins happen on coastal trips. Don't have one? Check these out.
Kikkerland Wilderness First-Aid Kit$12.50 at REIHART Outdoor Pocket First-Aid Kit$10.50 at REI
Plug adapter, Type C, F or L
The Amalfi Coast uses Type C, F or L sockets. An adapter with USB-C ports charges several things from one outlet.
The Amalfi Coast uses Type C, F or L sockets. An adapter with USB-C ports charges several things from one outlet. Don't have one? Check these out.
Matador Global Travel Adapter$39.95 at REIGlobal Travel Adapter USB 30W$40 at Eagle CreekGlobal Travel Adapter Micro$25 at Eagle CreekEagle Creek Global Travel Adapter 45W$69 at REI
Power bank 10k–20k mAh
Thirteen-hour days drain phone batteries by afternoon.
Thirteen-hour days drain phone batteries by afternoon. Don't have one? Check these out.
Goal Zero Venture 75 Power Bank$120 at REIBioLite Charge 80 PD Power Bank$99.95 at REIAnker MagGo Power Bank (10,000 mAh, Slim)$80 at REIAnker Zolo Power Bank (20,000 mAh, 22.5W, Built-In USB-C Cable)$40 at REI
Carry-on backpack (35–45L)
Overhead bins fill fast on summer routes to the coast.
Overhead bins fill fast on summer routes to the coast. Don't have one? Check these out.
Our pickMatador 45L Global Travel PackSee price at MatadorMatador SEG 45See price at MatadorGo Carry-On 44L Backpack$180 at Backcountry.comOsprey Packs Archeon 30L Backpack$132 at Backcountry.com
Daypack (15–25L)
Day hikes into national parks need water and sun protection.
Day hikes into national parks need water and sun protection. Don't have one? Check these out.
Consuelo 22L Daypack$120 at CotopaxiOsprey Packs Arcane Large 20L Daypack Stargazer$49.50 at Backcountry.comIsabella 3.0 20L Daypack - Women's$66.75 at Backcountry.comArcane Large 20L Daypack$65.97 at Backcountry.com
Carry-on suitcase (hard shell)
Fits the overhead on every airline that matters. Skip the checked-bag line entirely.
Fits the overhead on every airline that matters. Skip the checked-bag line entirely. Don't have one? Check these out.
Coraza Suitcase - Carry On$295 at Cotopaxi
Dry bags
For the passport, the chargers, and the one dry pair of socks.
For the passport, the chargers, and the one dry pair of socks. Don't have one? Check these out.
Tuff Sack 5-55L Dry Bag$79.95 at Backcountry.comOsprey Packs Wildwater 35L Dry Bag Tunnel Vision$35.75 at Backcountry.comOsprey Wildwater Dry Bag 15$33.73 at REIRace Dry Bag - Double Roll$43.99 at Backcountry.com
Stinger suit / rash guard full
It's stinger season. Locals swim in these, so should you.
It's stinger season. Locals swim in these, so should you.
Linen or lightweight shirts
Anything heavier than linen is a mistake at 88°F.
Anything heavier than linen is a mistake at 88°F. Don't have one? Check these out.
Solta Long-Sleeve Sun Shirt - Women's$59.50 at CotopaxiSumaco Long-Sleeve Shirt - Women's$47.50 at CotopaxiSombra Long-Sleeve Sun Shirt - Women's$45.50 at Cotopaxi
Moisture-wicking t-shirts
Sweat clings to skin in 88°F heat and 70% humidity.
Sweat clings to skin in 88°F heat and 70% humidity. Don't have one? Check these out.
Simond Women’s MT500 Merino Wool T-Shirt$35 at Decathlon AmericaSimond Men's Merino Resist Long-Sleeve T-Shirt$45 at Decathlon America
Sun hoodie (UPF long sleeve)
UV hits 9.8 here. Long sleeves beat reapplying sunscreen every hour.
UV hits 9.8 here. Long sleeves beat reapplying sunscreen every hour. Don't have one? Check these out.
Topo Designs Sun Hoodie - Women's$74.25 at Backcountry.comLa Sportiva Cloud Shadow Sun Hoodie - Women's$66.50 at Backcountry.comSombra Sun Hoodie - Women's$37.50 at CotopaxiRoyal Robbins Salathe Sun Long-Sleeve Hoodie - Men's$120 at Backcountry.com
Swimwear
The coast calls daily when temperatures stay above 72°F.
The coast calls daily when temperatures stay above 72°F. Don't have one? Check these out.
Tofino Swim Top - Women's$47.57 at Backcountry.comChubbies Lined Classic Swim Trunks$43.93 at REIChubbies Men's Stretch 5.5" Swim Trunks$33.83 at REILido One-Piece Swimsuit - Women's$89.97 at Backcountry.com
Modest cover layer
For temples, mosques, and churches that check at the door.
For temples, mosques, and churches that check at the door.
Sandals (sport)
Rocky terrain and coastal paths demand secure footing.
Rocky terrain and coastal paths demand secure footing. Don't have one? Check these out.
KEEN Women's Bali Strap TG Sandals$69.73 at REIForclaz MT500 Lightweight Packable Hiking Sandals$40 at Decathlon AmericaTeva Women's Outflow Closed-Toe Water Sandals$74.73 at REITeva Tirra Sport Sandal - Women's$99.95 at Backcountry.com
Wide-brim sun hat
Thirteen hours of daylight means thirteen hours of exposure.
Thirteen hours of daylight means thirteen hours of exposure. Don't have one? Check these out.
Pistil Women's Tegan Wide Brim Hat$39.73 at REIBrixton Mitch Packable Sun Hat$48.95 at Backcountry.comForclaz MT500 UPF 50+ Hiking Hat$20 at Decathlon AmericaOrilla Sun Hat$35 at Cotopaxi
Electrolyte packets
Heat and salt air drain electrolytes faster than you replace them.
Heat and salt air drain electrolytes faster than you replace them. Don't have one? Check these out.
Drink Mix 160$45 at Backcountry.comMaurten Drink Mix 320 Unflavored, 14 Single Serve Packets$51 at Backcountry.comFastchews Chewable Electrolyte Tablets - Box of 12 Packets$42 at Backcountry.comFastChews with Caffeine - 10 Count Packets$42 at Backcountry.com
Insulated water bottle
Cold water at 3pm is worth the weight.
Cold water at 3pm is worth the weight. Don't have one? Check these out.
CamelBak Fit Cap Insulated Stainless-Steel Water Bottle$20.73 at REIQuechua MH900 Double-Wall Insulated 500 ml Water Bottle$15 at Decathlon AmericaCamelBak Podium Chill Insulated Water Bottle$18 at REIBivo Trio Insulated Water Bottle$44 at REI
Reusable water bottle
Tap water is safe, but carrying it saves time on rural paths.
Tap water is safe, but carrying it saves time on rural paths. Don't have one? Check these out.
Que Collapsible Water Bottle Cloudy$24.95 at Backcountry.comCollapsible Water Bottle$24.95 at Backcountry.comWater Bottle$7.20 at Backcountry.comBidon Water Bottle$14.40 at Wild Rye
Multi-port USB-C charger (GaN)
One brick charges the laptop, phone, and camera.
One brick charges the laptop, phone, and camera. Don't have one? Check these out.
Dual Slim Charger$64.95 at Peak DesignAnker Wall Charger (33W, 2-Port) with USB-C to USB-C Cable$25 at REI
VPN
Hotel and cafe wifi is shared with everyone else in the building. A VPN keeps your banking and email to yourself.
Hotel and cafe wifi is shared with everyone else in the building. A VPN keeps your banking and email to yourself. Don't have one? Check these out.
NordVPNSee price at NordVPN
RFID travel wallet / money belt
Tourist destinations attract pickpockets year-round.
Tourist destinations attract pickpockets year-round. Don't have one? Check these out.
Undercover RFID Money Belt$35 at Backcountry.comSilk Undercover Money Belt$17.02 at Backcountry.comBison Designs T Lock Money Belt$24 at REIPassport Wallet$94.95 at Peak Design
AirTag / tracker for bags
Crowded ferries and markets are where bags go missing.
Crowded ferries and markets are where bags go missing.
Packing cubes
Packing light means organizing every item efficiently.
Packing light means organizing every item efficiently. Don't have one? Check these out.
Our pickMatador Packing Cube SetSee price at MatadorMatador Gear Cube Set$58.99 at Backcountry.com3 Piece Compression Packing Cubes$50 at SamsoniteCompression Packing Cube$29.95 at Backcountry.com
Waterproof phone pouch
Saltwater and sweat corrode unprotected phones.
Saltwater and sweat corrode unprotected phones. Don't have one? Check these out.
Nite Ize RunOff Waterproof Phone Pouch$34.95 at REI
Laundry bag / travel detergent
Seven rainy days create laundry opportunities.
Seven rainy days create laundry opportunities. Don't have one? Check these out.
Matador Laundry BagSee price at MatadorKnack Pack Drawstring Cover and Laundry Bag-Large$10 at Knack BagsNathan Power Wash Performance Laundry Detergent with Pump$24 at REI
Noise-cancelling headphones
Boat engines run loud for hours between coastal stops.
Boat engines run loud for hours between coastal stops. Don't have one? Check these out.
JBL Live 770NC Bluetooth Over-Ear Noise-Cancelling Headphones$220 at REISoundcore by Anker Space One Pro Bluetooth Over-Ear Noise-Canceling Headphones$200 at REIJBL Live 780NC Wireless Noise-Cancelling Over-Ear Headphones$250 at REISony 1000X THE COLLEXION Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones WH-1000XX/W$650 at Sony

Nice to have

You could skip every one of these
Shorts
Heat rules out long pants for all but evening hours.
Heat rules out long pants for all but evening hours. Don't have one? Check these out.
Helly Hansen Men's HH Quick-Dry 11" Cargo Shorts$59.73 at REIHelly Hansen Men's Move Quick-Dry 6" Shorts$51.87 at REISimond Women’s Travel 900 Hiking Shorts$30 at Decathlon AmericaQuechua Women's NH500 Hiking Shorts$15 at Decathlon America
Lip balm with SPF
Lips crack and peel under this much UV intensity.
Lips crack and peel under this much UV intensity. Don't have one? Check these out.
Sun Bum Mineral SPF 30 Sunscreen Lip Balm$3.95 at REIBadger SPF 15 Mineral Sunscreen Lip Balm$4.95 at REISPF 50 Hydrating Sun Balm$29 at Backcountry.com
Hand sanitizer
Seven rain days mean wet hands before meals.
Seven rain days mean wet hands before meals. Don't have one? Check these out.
Noshinku Ultra-Hydrating Pocket Hand Sanitizer Refill$13 at REINoshinku Refillable Ultra-Moisturizing Pocket Sanitizer$9 at REIDr. Bronner's Organic Hand Sanitizer$5.50 at REI
Short cables (USB-C)
Devices charge slowly when the sun is your only outlet.
Devices charge slowly when the sun is your only outlet. Don't have one? Check these out.
Anker 2-in-1 USB-C to USB-C Cable (4 ft., 140W, Braided)$26 at REIUSB-C to C Cable, Paracord wrapped, 3 ft PD enabled$27.99 at Backcountry.comAnker Prime USB-C to USB-C Cable (6 ft., 240W, Upcycled-Braided)$35 at REICable Kit$19.99 at Peak Design
Language app
A few phrases go a long way. Ten minutes a day before you leave is plenty.
A few phrases go a long way. Ten minutes a day before you leave is plenty.
Passport holder
Border crossing to nearby countries requires quick document access.
Border crossing to nearby countries requires quick document access.
Luggage locks (TSA)
Shared guesthouses need luggage security.
Shared guesthouses need luggage security. Don't have one? Check these out.
Matador BetaLockSee price at MatadorTravel Safe 4-Dial TSA Cable Lock$15 at Eagle Creek3 Dial Travel Sentry Combination Lock$13 at SamsonitePacsafe ProSafe 620 TSA Accepted Luggage Locks$17.95 at REI
Toiletry bag (hanging)
Humidity and heat wilt toiletries without ventilation.
Humidity and heat wilt toiletries without ventilation. Don't have one? Check these out.
Toiletry Bag$50 at Backcountry.comHanging Toiletry Bag - Small$49.95 at Backcountry.comDK5 ModPak Toiletry Bag$49.95 at Backcountry.comPack-It Hanging Toiletry Bag$40 at Eagle Creek
Travel pillow
Ferry schedules mean sleeping on boats between islands.
Ferry schedules mean sleeping on boats between islands. Don't have one? Check these out.
Blackout Travel Pillow$39.99 at Backcountry.comZempire Chill Pill DLX Memory Foam Camp Pillow$40 at REIFoam Core Pillow$34.95 at Backcountry.comEagle Creek Exhale Neck Pillow Sea$29 at Backcountry.com

The basics

You own most of these. We are just making sure they make it in.
Toiletries kit
Travel-size toothpaste + brush
Don't have one? Check these out.
Our pickMatador Toothbrush Caps 2-PackSee price at MatadorMatador Refillable Toothpaste TubesSee price at MatadorHuppy Peppermint Toothpaste Tablets in Tin$12.99 at Backcountry.comDr. Bronner's Travel Toothpaste - 1 oz. Peppermint$2.95 at REI
Deodorant
Don't have one? Check these out.
HiBAR Natural Deodorant Unscented$13.95 at REIBusy Co Clarifying Deodorant Wipes$6.95 at REI
Medications + prescriptions
Chargers (phone)
Don't have one? Check these out.
Anker MagGo Wireless Charging Station (3-in-1, Foldable Pad) with Charger and USB-C Cable$100 at REIDual Slim Charger$64.95 at Peak DesignAnker Wall Charger (33W, 2-Port) with USB-C to USB-C Cable$25 at REI
Underwear
Don't have one? Check these out.
Smartwool Women's Merino Bikini Underwear - Boxed$35 at REIEveryday Merino Thong Underwear - Women's$34 at Backcountry.comSimond Trek 500 Merino Wool Backpacking Underwear Women's$29.99 at Decathlon AmericaREI Co-op Women's Merino Bikini Underwear$27.95 at REI
Socks
Don't have one? Check these out.
Injinji Ultra Run No-Show Wool Socks$21 at REIBalega Women's Enduro No-Show Socks$13.73 at REIWoolrich Merino Solid Ragg Socks$14.73 at REIBalega Hidden Dry No-Show Socks$13.73 at REI
Sleepwear
Reusable shopping bag
Don't have one? Check these out.
Packable Tote Bag - Geo$24.95 at rumplPackable Tote Bag$49 at Eagle CreekChrome Grocery Tote Messenger Bag Matte$125 at Backcountry.comGrocery Tote Messenger Bag$125 at Backcountry.com
Pen (customs forms)
Copy of passport
Small lock
Don't have one? Check these out.
3 Dial Travel Sentry Combination Lock$13 at SamsonitePacsafe ProSafe 1000 TSA Combination Luggage Lock$17.95 at REI
Earbuds
Don't have one? Check these out.
Shokz OpenDots ONE Open-Ear True Wireless Earbuds$170 at REISoundcore by Anker Liberty 5 Active Noise-Canceling Wireless Earbuds$130 at REISoundcore by Anker AeroFit 2 Open-Ear Wireless Earbuds$100 at REIShokz OpenFit Air Open-Ear Wireless Earbuds$120 at REI
Sunglasses case
Don't have one? Check these out.
Chums Transporter Sunglasses Case$10 at REICroakies Sunglasses Case with Carabiner$9.95 at REI
Nail clippers
Don't have one? Check these out.
So iLL Nail Clippers$8 at REI
Sewing kit / safety pins
Don't have one? Check these out.
Expedition Sewing Awl$35 at Backcountry.comSpeedy Stitcher Sewing Awl with Extra Thread$33.50 at REI

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