What to pack for Colombia in October

28 rain days a month finds every seam. A real shell, not a windbreaker.

Tap water isn't safe here. A filter bottle beats buying plastic twice a day.

Set it up before you land. Signal drops for long stretches outside cities.

National park access requires carrying water, food, and rain gear. Forty liters fits overhead on every airline.

Fits the overhead on every airline that matters. Skip the checked-bag line entirely.

For the passport, the chargers, and the one dry pair of socks.

UV hits 7.1 here. Long sleeves beat reapplying sunscreen every hour.

High of 64°F means midday sun intensity despite cool mornings. A wide brim shields face and neck.

Treat the clothes once and it lasts weeks.

Tap water isn't safe and diarrhea hits fast. Oral salts prevent dehydration when it does.

One brick charges the laptop, phone, and camera.

Hotel and cafe wifi is shared with everyone else in the building. A VPN keeps your banking and email to yourself.

International border crossings need documents safe. An RFID wallet keeps them secure and organized.

Seventeen rain days mean constant damp. Detergent lets you wash clothes every few days instead of buying more.

Seventeen rain days soak boots through. Waterproofing keeps seams sealed and feet dry.

Dense vegetation means insects at face level. A head net lets you move through without swatting.

Sun damage and insect bites both happen here. One product treats both without worsening either.

One outlet per guesthouse is standard. Short cables let you charge multiple devices at once.

A few phrases go a long way. Ten minutes a day before you leave is plenty.

Border crossings happen here. A holder protects your passport from rain and sweat.

Luggage moves through international airports. TSA locks secure bags without forcing inspectors to cut them.