What to pack forPatagonia
in January
63° / 43°F
7 days of rain. Sunset around 9:30pm.
Typical January, from ten years of weather
7 days
of rain
9:30pm
sunset
Type C/L
plugs
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Before you go
None of these fit in a bag. Sort them first and the packing gets easy.
Download offline maps
Download the offline map before you lose signal.
Vaccinations / travel clinic
CDC lists Hepatitis A, Typhoid for Patagonia. Talk to a travel clinic 4 to 6 weeks out.
Copies of your documents
Photograph your passport, cards, and insurance. Email them to yourself. Ten seconds now saves a very bad afternoon.
International driving permit
Rental desks here ask for an International Driving Permit alongside your license. AAA issues them same day.
Travel insurance
Most home health plans stop at the border. A quote takes two minutes.
eSIM
An eSIM works the moment the phone is switched on in Patagonia, with no SIM counter to find.
The essentials
Tick the box when it is in the bag
Insulated puffy (down or synthetic)
Lows around 43°F. Goes under the shell when the wind picks up.
Lows around 43°F. Goes under the shell when the wind picks up. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Hybrid WINDSTOPPER Lightweight Puffy Jacket - Men's$196 at Backcountry.comHybrid WINDSTOPPER Lightweight Puffy Jacket - Men's$196 was $280Shop at Backcountry.com
Insulated Puffy Parka Jacket - Women's$152 at Backcountry.comInsulated Puffy Parka Jacket - Women's$152 was $379Shop at Backcountry.com
Fuego Hooded Down Jacket - Women's$148 at CotopaxiFuego Hooded Down Jacket - Women's$148 was $295Shop at CotopaxiMerino base layer top
Wear one, dry one. Cotton stays wet all week here.
Wear one, dry one. Cotton stays wet all week here. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Warm hat (beanie)
Lows near 43°F and wind at 23 km/h chill exposed skin fast.
Lows near 43°F and wind at 23 km/h chill exposed skin fast. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Lightweight Merino Wool Beanie$32 at Backcountry.comLightweight Merino Wool Beanie$32Shop at Backcountry.com
Simond Adult MT500 Merino Wool Beanie$17 at Decathlon AmericaSimond Adult MT500 Merino Wool Beanie$17 was $24.99Shop at Decathlon AmericaSunscreen SPF 50
UV index of 9.5 at 844 m altitude burns skin in minutes.
UV index of 9.5 at 844 m altitude burns skin in minutes. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Polarized sunglasses
Glare off rock and water at high altitude strains unprotected eyes.
Glare off rock and water at high altitude strains unprotected eyes. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Knockaround Fast Lanes Sport Polarized Sunglasses Matte Black/Smoke$38 at Backcountry.comKnockaround Fast Lanes Sport Polarized Sunglasses Matte Black/Smoke$38Shop at Backcountry.com
Fast Lanes Sport Polarized Sunglasses$38 at Backcountry.comFast Lanes Sport Polarized Sunglasses$38Shop at Backcountry.comDEET or picaridin repellent
Seven rain days create standing water where insects breed.
Seven rain days create standing water where insects breed. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Ben's 30 Deet Tick & Insect Repellent$1.92 at Backcountry.comBen's 30 Deet Tick & Insect Repellent$1.92 was $2.95Shop at Backcountry.com
Adventure Medical Ben's 30 Deet Tick & Insect Repellent Pump$1.92 at Backcountry.comAdventure Medical Ben's 30 Deet Tick & Insect Repellent Pump$1.92 was $2.95Shop at Backcountry.comTick 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.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Travel first aid kit
Remote terrain and altitude mean distance from medical help.
Remote terrain and altitude mean distance from medical help. Don't have one? Check these out.
Plug adapter, Type C or L
Patagonia uses Type C or L sockets. An adapter with USB-C ports charges several things from one outlet.
Patagonia uses Type C or L sockets. An adapter with USB-C ports charges several things from one outlet. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Global Travel Adapter USB 30W$40 at Eagle CreekGlobal Travel Adapter USB 30W$40 15% off with CHRISANDSARAShop at Eagle Creek
Global Travel Adapter Micro$25 at Eagle CreekGlobal Travel Adapter Micro$25 15% off with CHRISANDSARAShop at Eagle CreekPower bank 10k–20k mAh
Fifteen daylight hours drain batteries in cameras and phones.
Fifteen daylight hours drain batteries in cameras and phones. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Carry-on backpack (35–45L)
Near national park means shuttle buses with strict carry-on limits.
Near national park means shuttle buses with strict carry-on limits. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Our pickMatador 45L Global Travel PackSee price at MatadorMatador 45L Global Travel PackSee price 15% off with CHRISANDSARAShop at Matador
Matador SEG 45See price at MatadorMatador SEG 45See price 15% off with CHRISANDSARAShop at Matador
Go Carry-On 44L Backpack$180 at Backcountry.comGo Carry-On 44L Backpack$180Shop at Backcountry.com
Osprey Packs Archeon 30L Backpack$132 at Backcountry.comOsprey Packs Archeon 30L Backpack$132 was $265Shop at Backcountry.comDaypack (15–25L)
Mountain trails demand hands-free gear for 15-hour days.
Mountain trails demand hands-free gear for 15-hour days. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Consuelo 22L Daypack$120 at CotopaxiConsuelo 22L Daypack$120Shop at Cotopaxi
Elqui 24L Daypack$70 at CotopaxiElqui 24L Daypack$70 was $100Shop at Cotopaxi
Osprey Packs Arcane Large 20L Daypack Botanica$65.97 at Backcountry.comOsprey Packs Arcane Large 20L Daypack Botanica$65.97 was $110Shop at Backcountry.com
Osprey Packs Arcane Large 20L Daypack Stargazer$49.50 at Backcountry.comOsprey Packs Arcane Large 20L Daypack Stargazer$49.50 was $110Shop at Backcountry.comCarry-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.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Lightweight wind jacket
Coastal wind cuts through a t-shirt fast.
Coastal wind cuts through a t-shirt fast. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Vuelta Performance Windbreaker Jacket - Women's$65 at CotopaxiVuelta Performance Windbreaker Jacket - Women's$65 was $130Shop at Cotopaxi
Helly Hansen Ridge Infinity Shell Jacket - Men's$293 at Backcountry.comHelly Hansen Ridge Infinity Shell Jacket - Men's$293 was $650Shop at Backcountry.com
Helly Hansen Odin BC Infinity Shell Jacket - Women's$228 at Backcountry.comHelly Hansen Odin BC Infinity Shell Jacket - Women's$228 was $650Shop at Backcountry.com
Rapha Pro Team Lightweight Wind Jacket - Men's$235 at Backcountry.comRapha Pro Team Lightweight Wind Jacket - Men's$235Shop at Backcountry.comNeck gaiter / buff
Wind gusts across mountains make a neck layer essential.
Wind gusts across mountains make a neck layer essential. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Simond Trek 500 Merino Wool Multi-Position Hiking Neck Gaiter$17 at Decathlon AmericaSimond Trek 500 Merino Wool Multi-Position Hiking Neck Gaiter$17 was $24.99Shop at Decathlon America
Buff x National Parks Coolnet UV Neck Gaiter Great Smoky$24.95 at Backcountry.comBuff x National Parks Coolnet UV Neck Gaiter Great Smoky$24.95Shop at Backcountry.com
Buff Merino Fleece Buff Solid$42 at Backcountry.comBuff Merino Fleece Buff Solid$42Shop at Backcountry.comSun hoodie (UPF long sleeve)
UV hits 9.5 here. Long sleeves beat reapplying sunscreen every hour.
UV hits 9.5 here. Long sleeves beat reapplying sunscreen every hour. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Topo Designs Sun Hoodie - Women's$74.25 at Backcountry.comTopo Designs Sun Hoodie - Women's$74.25 was $99Shop at Backcountry.com
La Sportiva Cloud Shadow Sun Hoodie - Women's$66.50 at Backcountry.comLa Sportiva Cloud Shadow Sun Hoodie - Women's$66.50 was $95Shop at Backcountry.com
Sombra Sun Hoodie - Women's$37.50 at CotopaxiSombra Sun Hoodie - Women's$37.50 was $75Shop at Cotopaxi
Royal Robbins Salathe Sun Long-Sleeve Hoodie - Men's$120 at Backcountry.comRoyal Robbins Salathe Sun Long-Sleeve Hoodie - Men's$120Shop at Backcountry.comWide-brim sun hat
Fifteen hours of January daylight means sustained sun exposure.
Fifteen hours of January daylight means sustained sun exposure. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Brixton Mitch Packable Sun Hat$48.95 at Backcountry.comBrixton Mitch Packable Sun Hat$48.95Shop at Backcountry.com
Forclaz MT500 UPF 50+ Hiking Hat$20 at Decathlon AmericaForclaz MT500 UPF 50+ Hiking Hat$20 was $29.99Shop at Decathlon America
Orilla Sun Hat$35 at CotopaxiOrilla Sun Hat$35 was $50Shop at CotopaxiPermethrin-treated clothing spray
Treat the clothes once and it lasts weeks.
Treat the clothes once and it lasts weeks. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Reusable water bottle
Tap water is safe, but carrying water beats dehydration at altitude.
Tap water is safe, but carrying water beats dehydration at altitude. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Collapsible Water Bottle$24.95 at Backcountry.comCollapsible Water Bottle$24.95Shop at Backcountry.com
Que Collapsible Water Bottle Cloudy$24.95 at Backcountry.comQue Collapsible Water Bottle Cloudy$24.95Shop at Backcountry.com
Bidon Water Bottle$14.40 at Wild RyeBidon Water Bottle$14.40 was $18Shop at Wild Rye
Water Bottle$7.20 at Backcountry.comWater Bottle$7.20 was $12Shop at Backcountry.comMulti-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.
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.
Don't have one? Check these out.
AirTag / tracker for bags
International travel and park gates mean bag transfers.
International travel and park gates mean bag transfers.
Packing cubes
Packing cubes compress layers needed for 43°F to 63°F swings.
Packing cubes compress layers needed for 43°F to 63°F swings. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Our pickMatador Packing Cube SetSee price at MatadorMatador Packing Cube SetSee price 15% off with CHRISANDSARAShop at Matador
Matador Gear Cube Set$58.99 at Backcountry.comMatador Gear Cube Set$58.99 15% off with CHRISANDSARAShop at Backcountry.com
3 Piece Compression Packing Cubes$50 at Samsonite3 Piece Compression Packing Cubes$50Shop at Samsonite
Ultralight Packing Cube$24.95 at Peak DesignUltralight Packing Cube$24.95Shop at Peak DesignLaundry bag / travel detergent
Seven rain days and mountain dust soil clothes fast.
Seven rain days and mountain dust soil clothes fast. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Matador Laundry BagSee price at MatadorMatador Laundry BagSee price 15% off with CHRISANDSARAShop at Matador
Knack Pack Drawstring Cover and Laundry Bag-Large$10 at Knack BagsKnack Pack Drawstring Cover and Laundry Bag-Large$10Shop at Knack BagsPackable blanket
Lows around 43°F. One blanket that packs small covers the car, the campsite and the beach at sunset.
Lows around 43°F. One blanket that packs small covers the car, the campsite and the beach at sunset. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Flame Puffy Blanket - Hot$102 at rumplFlame Puffy Blanket - Hot$102 was $170Shop at rumpl
Pendleton Yakima Camp Blanket Green Heather, Twin$199 at Backcountry.comPendleton Yakima Camp Blanket Green Heather, Twin$199Shop at Backcountry.com
Puffy Kachula Adventure Blanket$59.50 at Backcountry.comPuffy Kachula Adventure Blanket$59.50 was $119Shop at Backcountry.com
Teca Camp Blanket$90 at CotopaxiTeca Camp Blanket$90Shop at CotopaxiNoise-cancelling headphones
Long bus rides cross the park on rough roads.
Long bus rides cross the park on rough roads. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Sony WH-1000XM6 Best Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones Sandstone WH-1000XM6/T$460 at SonySony WH-1000XM6 Best Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones Sandstone WH-1000XM6/T$460Shop at Sony
Sony WH-1000XM4C Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones Lavender (M4 2nd Gen)$300 at SonySony WH-1000XM4C Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones Lavender (M4 2nd Gen)$300Shop at SonyTrekking poles
Mountain terrain at 844 m elevation needs foot support.
Mountain terrain at 844 m elevation needs foot support. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Black Diamond Distance Carbon Trekking Poles Ultra Blue, 100 cm$117 at Backcountry.comBlack Diamond Distance Carbon Trekking Poles Ultra Blue, 100 cm$117 was $180Shop at Backcountry.comNice to have
You could skip every one of these
Packable down vest
Temperature swings between 43°F and 63°F need layering you can shed.
Temperature swings between 43°F and 63°F need layering you can shed.
Lip balm with SPF
Thin mountain air intensifies UV damage to lips.
Thin mountain air intensifies UV damage to lips. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
SPF 50 Hydrating Sun Balm$29 at Backcountry.comSPF 50 Hydrating Sun Balm$29Shop at Backcountry.comMotion sickness tablets / bands
Single-track mountain roads twist through high country.
Single-track mountain roads twist through high country.
Hand sanitizer
Backcountry hiking limits access to hand-washing facilities.
Backcountry hiking limits access to hand-washing facilities. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Sunburn-safe insect bite relief
Sunburned skin reacts badly to insect bite treatments.
Sunburned skin reacts badly to insect bite treatments. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Short cables (USB-C)
Altitude and remote camps mean limited charging options.
Altitude and remote camps mean limited charging options. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
USB-C CableSee price at Peak DesignUSB-C CableSee priceShop at Peak Design
USB-C to C Cable, Paracord wrapped, 3 ft PD enabled$27.99 at Backcountry.comUSB-C to C Cable, Paracord wrapped, 3 ft PD enabled$27.99Shop at Backcountry.com
Cable Kit$19.99 at Peak DesignCable Kit$19.99Shop at Peak DesignLanguage 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 crossings in this region require passport checks.
Border crossings in this region require passport checks.
Luggage locks (TSA)
International flights and hostels call for luggage security.
International flights and hostels call for luggage security. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Matador BetaLockSee price at MatadorMatador BetaLockSee price 15% off with CHRISANDSARAShop at Matador
3 Dial Travel Sentry Combination Lock$13 at Samsonite3 Dial Travel Sentry Combination Lock$13Shop at Samsonite
Knack TSA-Approved Lock$16 at Knack BagsKnack TSA-Approved Lock$16Shop at Knack BagsToiletry bag (hanging)
Humidity at 64% and altitude combine to dry skin.
Humidity at 64% and altitude combine to dry skin. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Toiletry Bag$50 at Backcountry.comToiletry Bag$50Shop at Backcountry.com
DK5 ModPak Toiletry Bag$49.95 at Backcountry.comDK5 ModPak Toiletry Bag$49.95Shop at Backcountry.com
Hanging Toiletry Bag - Small$49.95 at Backcountry.comHanging Toiletry Bag - Small$49.95Shop at Backcountry.com
Pack-It Hanging Toiletry Bag$40 at Eagle CreekPack-It Hanging Toiletry Bag$40 15% off with CHRISANDSARAShop at Eagle CreekTravel pillow
Mountain lodges have thin walls and early light.
Mountain lodges have thin walls and early light. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Blackout Travel Pillow$39.99 at Backcountry.comBlackout Travel Pillow$39.99 15% off with CHRISANDSARAShop at Backcountry.com
Exhale Neck Pillow$29 at Backcountry.comExhale Neck Pillow$29 15% off with CHRISANDSARAShop at Backcountry.com
Eagle Creek Exhale Neck Pillow Sea$29 at Backcountry.comEagle Creek Exhale Neck Pillow Sea$29 15% off with CHRISANDSARAShop at Backcountry.comThe 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.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Our pickMatador Toothbrush Caps 2-PackSee price at MatadorMatador Toothbrush Caps 2-PackSee price 15% off with CHRISANDSARAShop at Matador
Matador Refillable Toothpaste TubesSee price at MatadorMatador Refillable Toothpaste TubesSee price 15% off with CHRISANDSARAShop at Matador
Peppermint Toothpaste Tablets in Tin$12.99 at Backcountry.comPeppermint Toothpaste Tablets in Tin$12.99Shop at Backcountry.comDeodorant
Don't have one? Check these out.
Medications + prescriptions
Chargers (phone)
Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Dual Slim Charger$64.95 at Peak DesignDual Slim Charger$64.95Shop at Peak DesignUnderwear
Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Everyday Merino Bikini Underwear - Women's$34 at Backcountry.comEveryday Merino Bikini Underwear - Women's$34Shop at Backcountry.com
Simond Trek 500 Merino Wool Backpacking Underwear Women's$29.99 at Decathlon AmericaSimond Trek 500 Merino Wool Backpacking Underwear Women's$29.99Shop at Decathlon AmericaSocks
Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Sleepwear
Reusable shopping bag
Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Packable Tote Bag - Geo$24.95 at rumplPackable Tote Bag - Geo$24.95Shop at rumpl
Packable Tote Bag$49 at Eagle CreekPackable Tote Bag$49 15% off with CHRISANDSARAShop at Eagle Creek
Chrome Grocery Tote Messenger Bag Matte$125 at Backcountry.comChrome Grocery Tote Messenger Bag Matte$125Shop at Backcountry.com
Grocery Tote Messenger Bag$125 at Backcountry.comGrocery Tote Messenger Bag$125Shop at Backcountry.comPen (customs forms)
Copy of passport
Small lock
Don't have one? Check these out.
Earbuds
Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Sunglasses case
Don't have one? Check these out.
Nail clippers
Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Sewing kit / safety pins
Don't have one? Check these out.
Take this list with you
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