What to pack forPatagonia
in May
43° / 32°F
11 days of rain. Sunset around 6:25pm.
Typical May, from ten years of weather
11 days
of rain
6:25pm
sunset
Type C/L
plugs
0 of 69 packed
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 32°F. Goes under the shell when the wind picks up.
Lows around 32°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
The North Face Men's Quest Synthetic Insulated Jacket$110 at REIThe North Face Men's Quest Synthetic Insulated Jacket$110 was $150Shop at REI
Solazo Down Hooded Jacket - Women's$90 at CotopaxiSolazo Down Hooded Jacket - Women's$90 was $240Shop 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.
Arc'teryx Women's Lana Merino Wool Crew Base Layer Top$63.93 at REIArc'teryx Women's Lana Merino Wool Crew Base Layer Top$63.93 was $90Shop at REI
Arc'teryx Women's Satoro Merino Wool Crew Neck Long-Sleeve Base Layer Top$95.73 at REIArc'teryx Women's Satoro Merino Wool Crew Neck Long-Sleeve Base Layer Top$95.73 was $120Shop at REI
Terramar Women's 3.0 Merino Flex Long-Sleeve Crew Base Layer Top$54.73 at REITerramar Women's 3.0 Merino Flex Long-Sleeve Crew Base Layer Top$54.73 was $80Shop at REI
Terramar Men's 3.0 Merino Bi-Layer Long-Sleeve Crew Base Layer Top$29.73 at REITerramar Men's 3.0 Merino Bi-Layer Long-Sleeve Crew Base Layer Top$29.73 was $45Shop at REIFleece or midlayer
The layer you'll wear more than any other.
The layer you'll wear more than any other. Don't have one? Check these out.
Warm hat (beanie)
Lows hit 32°F and wind gusts reach 16 km/h, so exposed skin loses heat fast.
Lows hit 32°F and wind gusts reach 16 km/h, so exposed skin loses heat fast. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Smartwool Cable Knit Colorblock Pom Beanie$29.73 at REISmartwool Cable Knit Colorblock Pom Beanie$29.73 was $40Shop at REI
Chaos Indiana Wool Beanie$29.73 at REIChaos Indiana Wool Beanie$29.73 was $39.99Shop at REI
Lightweight Merino Wool Beanie$32 at Backcountry.comLightweight Merino Wool Beanie$32Shop at Backcountry.com
Wedze Rider 500 Reversible Knit Beanie$12 at Decathlon AmericaWedze Rider 500 Reversible Knit Beanie$12 was $17.99Shop at Decathlon AmericaGloves
Fingers go numb in freezing temperatures and mountain wind.
Fingers go numb in freezing temperatures and mountain wind. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Forclaz MT100 Fleece Gloves$5 at Decathlon AmericaForclaz MT100 Fleece Gloves$5 was $7.99Shop at Decathlon America
Simond Adult MT500 Warm Touchscreen Gloves$25 at Decathlon AmericaSimond Adult MT500 Warm Touchscreen Gloves$25 was $34.99Shop at Decathlon America
Teca Fleece Gloves$15 at CotopaxiTeca Fleece Gloves$15 was $30Shop at Cotopaxi
Forclaz Adult MT500 Touchscreen Stretch Backpacking Gloves$20 at Decathlon AmericaForclaz Adult MT500 Touchscreen Stretch Backpacking Gloves$20 was $29.99Shop at Decathlon AmericaInsulated winter boots
Snow covers the terrain and lows drop to 32°F.
Snow covers the terrain and lows drop to 32°F. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Helly Hansen Women's Beloved 2.0 Insulated Winter Boots$67.73 at REIHelly Hansen Women's Beloved 2.0 Insulated Winter Boots$67.73 was $150Shop at REI
Men's SH100 Warm Waterproof Snow Boots$25 at Decathlon AmericaMen's SH100 Warm Waterproof Snow Boots$25 was $49.99Shop at Decathlon America
Quechua Women's SH500 Warm Waterproof Snow Hiking Boots$95 at Decathlon AmericaQuechua Women's SH500 Warm Waterproof Snow Hiking Boots$95 was $139Shop at Decathlon America
Quechua Women's SH100 Warm Waterproof Mid Snow Boots$25 at Decathlon AmericaQuechua Women's SH100 Warm Waterproof Mid Snow Boots$25 was $49.99Shop at Decathlon AmericaPolarized sunglasses
Altitude sits at 853 m and snow reflects UV across the landscape.
Altitude sits at 853 m and snow reflects UV across the landscape. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Knockaround Paso Robles Sport Polarized Sunglasses Pink Silver Smoke$38 at REIKnockaround Paso Robles Sport Polarized Sunglasses Pink Silver Smoke$38Shop at REI
Knockaround Premiums Sport Polarized Sunglasses Orange Rose$25.93 at REIKnockaround Premiums Sport Polarized Sunglasses Orange Rose$25.93 was $38Shop at REI
Premiums Sport Polarized Sunglasses$38 at Backcountry.comPremiums Sport Polarized Sunglasses$38Shop at Backcountry.com
Knockaround Premiums Sport Polarized Sunglasses Desert$38 at Backcountry.comKnockaround Premiums Sport Polarized Sunglasses Desert$38Shop at Backcountry.comDEET or picaridin repellent
Humidity stays at 83 percent even as temperatures drop.
Humidity stays at 83 percent even as temperatures drop. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Sawyer Picaridin Insect Repellent Lotion$10.95 at REISawyer Picaridin Insect Repellent Lotion$10.95Shop at REI
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.com
Ben's Insect Repellent Wipes - 30 Percent DEET$7.95 at REIBen's Insect Repellent Wipes - 30 Percent DEET$7.95Shop at REITick 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
Altitude and cold expose you to dehydration and minor injuries on remote trails.
Altitude and cold expose you to dehydration and minor injuries on remote trails. 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.
Matador Global Travel Adapter$39.95 at REIMatador Global Travel Adapter$39.95 15% off with CHRISANDSARAShop at REI
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 Creek
Eagle Creek Global Travel Adapter 45W$69 at REIEagle Creek Global Travel Adapter 45W$69 15% off with CHRISANDSARAShop at REIPower bank 10k–20k mAh
Nine hours of daylight and mountain terrain mean cameras and phones drain quickly.
Nine hours of daylight and mountain terrain mean cameras and phones drain quickly. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
BioLite Charge 80 PD Power Bank$99.95 at REIBioLite Charge 80 PD Power Bank$99.95Shop at REI
Anker MagGo Power Bank (10,000 mAh, Slim)$80 at REIAnker MagGo Power Bank (10,000 mAh, Slim)$80Shop at REI
Goal Zero Venture 75 Power Bank$120 at REIGoal Zero Venture 75 Power Bank$120Shop at REI
Anker Power Bank (30W, Fusion, Built-In USB-C Cable)$40 at REIAnker Power Bank (30W, Fusion, Built-In USB-C Cable)$40Shop at REIHeadlamp
Dark by 6:25pm. Every campsite chore after that is a two-hands job.
Dark by 6:25pm. Every campsite chore after that is a two-hands job. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Fenix HM50R V2.0 Rechargeable Headlamp$59.95 at REIFenix HM50R V2.0 Rechargeable Headlamp$59.95Shop at REI
Dash 450 Rechargeable HeadLamp$69.95 at Backcountry.comDash 450 Rechargeable HeadLamp$69.95Shop at Backcountry.com
Storm 450 Headlamp$38.47 at Backcountry.comStorm 450 Headlamp$38.47 was $69.95Shop at Backcountry.com
Coast RL10R Rechargeable Headlamp$29.95 at REICoast RL10R Rechargeable Headlamp$29.95Shop at REICarry-on backpack (35–45L)
Overhead bins are tight and mountain lodges have minimal storage.
Overhead bins are tight and mountain lodges have minimal storage. 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 GloberiderSee price at MatadorMatador GloberiderSee 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)
Day hikes in mountains at 853 m need separate gear from base camp.
Day hikes in mountains at 853 m need separate gear from base camp. 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
Isabella 3.0 20L Daypack - Women's$66.75 at Backcountry.comIsabella 3.0 20L Daypack - Women's$66.75 was $89Shop 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.com
Arcane Large 20L Daypack$65.97 at Backcountry.comArcane Large 20L Daypack$65.97 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.
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.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Tuff Sack 5-55L Dry Bag$79.95 at Backcountry.comTuff Sack 5-55L Dry Bag$79.95Shop at Backcountry.com
Osprey Wildwater Dry Bag 15$33.73 at REIOsprey Wildwater Dry Bag 15$33.73 was $45Shop at REI
Osprey Packs Wildwater 35L Dry Bag Tunnel Vision$35.75 at Backcountry.comOsprey Packs Wildwater 35L Dry Bag Tunnel Vision$35.75 was $65Shop at Backcountry.com
Dry Bag - Double Roll v2$46.99 at Backcountry.comDry Bag - Double Roll v2$46.99Shop at Backcountry.comWaterproof insulated gloves
Snow melts into regular gloves and then refreezes on your hands.
Snow melts into regular gloves and then refreezes on your hands. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Sealskinz Tivetshall Waterproof Insulated Gauntlet Gloves$54.73 at REISealskinz Tivetshall Waterproof Insulated Gauntlet Gloves$54.73 was $100Shop at REI
Sealskinz Men's Kelling Waterproof Insulated Gloves$54.77 at REISealskinz Men's Kelling Waterproof Insulated Gloves$54.77 was $100Shop at REI
Boulder Gear Board Insulated Gloves$41.73 at REIBoulder Gear Board Insulated Gloves$41.73 was $55Shop at REI
Boulder Gear Mogul II Insulated Gloves$33.73 at REIBoulder Gear Mogul II Insulated Gloves$33.73 was $40Shop at REIMerino base layer bottoms
For the mornings and the nights.
For the mornings and the nights. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Arc'teryx Women's Satoro Merino Wool Base Layer Bottoms$95.73 at REIArc'teryx Women's Satoro Merino Wool Base Layer Bottoms$95.73 was $120Shop at REI
Smartwool Classic All-Season Merino Base Layer Bottom - Women's$100 at Backcountry.comSmartwool Classic All-Season Merino Base Layer Bottom - Women's$100Shop at Backcountry.com
Smartwool Men's Intraknit AS Merino Base Layer Bottoms$125 at REISmartwool Men's Intraknit AS Merino Base Layer Bottoms$125Shop at REI
tasc Performance Women's Elevation Merino Base Layer Bottoms$44.73 at REItasc Performance Women's Elevation Merino Base Layer Bottoms$44.73 was $79Shop at REINeck gaiter / buff
Wind at 16 km/h cuts across exposed necks on ridges.
Wind at 16 km/h cuts across exposed necks on ridges. 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 Heavyweight Neck Warmer$42 at REIBuff Merino Heavyweight Neck Warmer$42Shop at REI
Buff Merino Fleece Buff Solid$42 at Backcountry.comBuff Merino Fleece Buff Solid$42Shop at Backcountry.comThermal socks
Wet snow melts into socks and then refreezes at night.
Wet snow melts into socks and then refreezes at night. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Quechua SH500 Merino Wool Winter Mid Socks$20 at Decathlon AmericaQuechua SH500 Merino Wool Winter Mid Socks$20 was $29.99Shop at Decathlon America
Quechua SH500 Mid 2-Pair Winter Hiking Warm Socks$15 at Decathlon AmericaQuechua SH500 Mid 2-Pair Winter Hiking Warm Socks$15 was $24.99Shop at Decathlon America
Woolrich Men's Merino Wool Hiking Crew Socks$12.73 at REIWoolrich Men's Merino Wool Hiking Crew Socks$12.73 was $16Shop at REI
Castelli Scorpion Logo 15 Thermal Sock - Women's$28 at Backcountry.comCastelli Scorpion Logo 15 Thermal Sock - Women's$28Shop at Backcountry.comPermethrin-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
Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Que Collapsible Water Bottle Cloudy$24.95 at Backcountry.comQue Collapsible Water Bottle Cloudy$24.95Shop at Backcountry.com
Collapsible Water Bottle$24.95 at Backcountry.comCollapsible Water Bottle$24.95Shop at Backcountry.com
Water Bottle$7.20 at Backcountry.comWater Bottle$7.20 was $12Shop at Backcountry.com
Bidon Water Bottle$14.40 at Wild RyeBidon Water Bottle$14.40 was $18Shop at Wild RyeMulti-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
Mountain roads are single-track and remote.
Mountain roads are single-track and remote.
Checked luggage / rolling duffel
Eleven rain days a month soak gear that needs drying time.
Eleven rain days a month soak gear that needs drying time. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Osprey Daylite Wheeled Duffel 85$221 at REIOsprey Daylite Wheeled Duffel 85$221 was $295Shop at REI
Big Agnes Stagecoach Duffel 45 L Rolling Wheeled Luggage$300 at REIBig Agnes Stagecoach Duffel 45 L Rolling Wheeled Luggage$300Shop at REI
Eagle Creek Cargo Hauler XT 90L Wheeled Duffel Bag Midnight$349 at Backcountry.comEagle Creek Cargo Hauler XT 90L Wheeled Duffel Bag Midnight$349 15% off with CHRISANDSARAShop at Backcountry.com
Cargo Hauler 90L Duffel Bag (Discontinued)$149 at Eagle CreekCargo Hauler 90L Duffel Bag (Discontinued)$149 was $199, 15% off with CHRISANDSARAShop at Eagle CreekPacking cubes
Humidity at 83 percent and wet conditions demand organized compartments.
Humidity at 83 percent and wet conditions demand organized compartments. 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 DesignChecked suitcase
Rain falls on 11 days and snow covers terrain, so wet clothes need separation.
Rain falls on 11 days and snow covers terrain, so wet clothes need separation. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Laundry bag / travel detergent
Eleven rain days in May means clothes stay damp and need frequent washing.
Eleven rain days in May means clothes stay damp and need frequent washing. 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
Nathan Power Wash Performance Laundry Detergent with Pump$24 at REINathan Power Wash Performance Laundry Detergent with Pump$24Shop at REI
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 32°F. One blanket that packs small covers the car, the campsite and the beach at sunset.
Lows around 32°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
Eleven rain days mean long indoor evenings at lodges.
Eleven rain days mean long indoor evenings at lodges. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Soundcore by Anker Space One Pro Bluetooth Over-Ear Noise-Canceling Headphones$200 at REISoundcore by Anker Space One Pro Bluetooth Over-Ear Noise-Canceling Headphones$200Shop at REI
JBL Live 770NC Bluetooth Over-Ear Noise-Cancelling Headphones$220 at REIJBL Live 770NC Bluetooth Over-Ear Noise-Cancelling Headphones$220Shop at REI
Sony WH-1000XM6 Best Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones WH-1000XM6/G$460 at SonySony WH-1000XM6 Best Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones WH-1000XM6/G$460Shop at Sony
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 SonyTrekking poles
Mountain terrain at 853 m elevation and snow require stability on descents.
Mountain terrain at 853 m elevation and snow require stability on descents. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Leki Skysolo FX One Carbon Trekking Poles - Pair White 125 Cm$150 at REILeki Skysolo FX One Carbon Trekking Poles - Pair White 125 Cm$150 was $200Shop at REI
Komperdell Carbon FXP Team Trekking Poles - Pair Pink 135 Cm$148 at REIKomperdell Carbon FXP Team Trekking Poles - Pair Pink 135 Cm$148 was $270Shop at REI
Leki Sherpa FX One Carbon Trekking Poles - Pair Black 135 Cm$165 at REILeki Sherpa FX One Carbon Trekking Poles - Pair Black 135 Cm$165 was $220Shop at REI
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
Gaiters
Snow creeps into boot tops on mountain trails.
Snow creeps into boot tops on mountain trails. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Outdoor Research Ferrosi Trail Gaiters Summit$59.95 at Backcountry.comOutdoor Research Ferrosi Trail Gaiters Summit$59.95Shop at Backcountry.com
Trail High Gaiters$44.95 at Backcountry.comTrail High Gaiters$44.95Shop at Backcountry.com
Outdoor Research Rocky Mountain Low Gaiters II Pewter$38.50 at Backcountry.comOutdoor Research Rocky Mountain Low Gaiters II Pewter$38.50 was $55Shop at Backcountry.com
Altra Trail Gaiters$25 at REIAltra Trail Gaiters$25Shop at REIMotion sickness tablets / bands
Mountain roads switchback constantly and 9.4 hours of daylight limits driving windows.
Mountain roads switchback constantly and 9.4 hours of daylight limits driving windows.
Hand sanitizer
Tap water is safe but hands get cold and dirty fast.
Tap water is safe but hands get cold and dirty fast. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Noshinku Ultra-Hydrating Pocket Hand Sanitizer Refill$13 at REINoshinku Ultra-Hydrating Pocket Hand Sanitizer Refill$13Shop at REI
Dr. Bronner's Organic Hand Sanitizer$5.50 at REIDr. Bronner's Organic Hand Sanitizer$5.50Shop at REI
Noshinku Refillable Ultra-Moisturizing Pocket Sanitizer$9 at REINoshinku Refillable Ultra-Moisturizing Pocket Sanitizer$9Shop at REISunburn-safe insect bite relief
Insects bite in humid conditions and sun exposure at altitude burns skin.
Insects bite in humid conditions and sun exposure at altitude burns skin. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
heat it classic Lightning Smartphone-Powered Insect Bite Relief$29.95 at REIheat it classic Lightning Smartphone-Powered Insect Bite Relief$29.95Shop at REI
heat it classic USB-C Smartphone-Powered Insect Bite Relief$29.95 at REIheat it classic USB-C Smartphone-Powered Insect Bite Relief$29.95Shop at REI
Badger Outdoor Itch Relief Stick$9.95 at REIBadger Outdoor Itch Relief Stick$9.95Shop at REI
heat it pro USB-C Smartphone-Powered Insect Bite Relief$49.95 at REIheat it pro USB-C Smartphone-Powered Insect Bite Relief$49.95Shop at REIShort cables (USB-C)
One outlet per guesthouse forces charging strategy.
One outlet per guesthouse forces charging strategy. 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
Anker 2-in-1 USB-C to USB-C Cable (4 ft., 140W, Braided)$26 at REIAnker 2-in-1 USB-C to USB-C Cable (4 ft., 140W, Braided)$26Shop at REI
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
Crossing into Chile or Argentina happens on this route.
Crossing into Chile or Argentina happens on this route.
Luggage locks (TSA)
International travel requires border security.
International travel requires border 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
TSA Cable Lock$15.95 at Backcountry.comTSA Cable Lock$15.95Shop at Backcountry.com
3 Dial Travel Sentry Combination Lock$13 at Samsonite3 Dial Travel Sentry Combination Lock$13Shop at Samsonite
Pacsafe ProSafe 1000 TSA Combination Luggage Lock$17.95 at REIPacsafe ProSafe 1000 TSA Combination Luggage Lock$17.95Shop at REICompression sacks
Limited space in mountain guesthouses forces compression.
Limited space in mountain guesthouses forces compression. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Compression Stuff Sack$33.71 at Backcountry.comCompression Stuff Sack$33.71 was $44.95Shop at Backcountry.com
Sea To Summit Ultra-Sil 20L Compression Sack Zinnia$49.95 at Backcountry.comSea To Summit Ultra-Sil 20L Compression Sack Zinnia$49.95Shop at Backcountry.com
Sea To Summit Ultra-Sil 5L Compression Sack Atoll$34.95 at Backcountry.comSea To Summit Ultra-Sil 5L Compression Sack Atoll$34.95Shop at Backcountry.com
REI Co-op Lightweight Compression Stuff Sack$23.95 at REIREI Co-op Lightweight Compression Stuff Sack$23.95Shop at REIToiletry bag (hanging)
Wet gear and 11 rain days leave toiletries scattered; hanging storage keeps them dry and organized.
Wet gear and 11 rain days leave toiletries scattered; hanging storage keeps them dry and organized. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Hanging Toiletry Bag - Small$49.95 at Backcountry.comHanging Toiletry Bag - Small$49.95Shop at Backcountry.com
DK5 ModPak Toiletry Bag$49.95 at Backcountry.comDK5 ModPak Toiletry Bag$49.95Shop at Backcountry.com
Toiletry Bag$50 at Backcountry.comToiletry Bag$50Shop at Backcountry.com
Buddy 2 Toiletry Bag$44.99 at Backcountry.comBuddy 2 Toiletry Bag$44.99Shop at Backcountry.comTravel pillow
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
Zempire Chill Pill DLX Memory Foam Camp Pillow$40 at REIZempire Chill Pill DLX Memory Foam Camp Pillow$40Shop at REI
Sea To Summit Foam Core Pillow Starfish, Large$34.95 at Backcountry.comSea To Summit Foam Core Pillow Starfish, Large$34.95Shop at Backcountry.com
Foam Core Pillow$34.95 at Backcountry.comFoam Core Pillow$34.95Shop at Backcountry.comHand warmers
Lows reach 32°F and sleeping bags rated for 41°F below that still need backup warmth.
Lows reach 32°F and sleeping bags rated for 41°F below that still need backup warmth. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Smartwool Isto Hand Warmer - Women's$35 at Backcountry.comSmartwool Isto Hand Warmer - Women's$35Shop at Backcountry.com
Zippo HeatBank 6+ Pro Hand Warmer and Power Bank$34.93 at REIZippo HeatBank 6+ Pro Hand Warmer and Power Bank$34.93 was $50.95Shop at REI
Zippo HeatBank 9s Rechargeable Hand Warmer and Power Bank$34.93 at REIZippo HeatBank 9s Rechargeable Hand Warmer and Power Bank$34.93 was $50.95Shop at REI
Yaktrax Geothermal Hand Warmers$1.75 at REIYaktrax Geothermal Hand Warmers$1.75Shop at REIThe basics
You own most of these. We are just making sure they make it in.
Toiletries kit
Travel-size toothpaste + brush
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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
Huppy Peppermint Toothpaste Tablets in Tin$12.99 at Backcountry.comHuppy Peppermint Toothpaste Tablets in Tin$12.99Shop at Backcountry.com
Dr. Bronner's Travel Toothpaste - 1 oz. Peppermint$2.95 at REIDr. Bronner's Travel Toothpaste - 1 oz. Peppermint$2.95Shop at REIDeodorant
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Medications + prescriptions
Chargers (phone)
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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 REIAnker MagGo Wireless Charging Station (3-in-1, Foldable Pad) with Charger and USB-C Cable$100Shop at REI
Dual Slim Charger$64.95 at Peak DesignDual Slim Charger$64.95Shop at Peak Design
Anker Wall Charger (33W, 2-Port) with USB-C to USB-C Cable$25 at REIAnker Wall Charger (33W, 2-Port) with USB-C to USB-C Cable$25Shop at REIUnderwear
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Don't have one? Check these out.
Everyday Merino Thong Underwear - Women's$34 at Backcountry.comEveryday Merino Thong Underwear - Women's$34Shop at Backcountry.com
Everyday Merino Bikini Underwear - Women's$34 at Backcountry.comEveryday Merino Bikini Underwear - Women's$34Shop at Backcountry.com
REI Co-op Women's Merino Hipster Underwear$29.95 at REIREI Co-op Women's Merino Hipster Underwear$29.95Shop at REI
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
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Don't have one? Check these out.
Injinji Ultra Run No-Show Wool Socks$21 at REIInjinji Ultra Run No-Show Wool Socks$21Shop at REI
Balega Women's Enduro No-Show Socks$13.73 at REIBalega Women's Enduro No-Show Socks$13.73 was $18Shop at REI
Balega Hidden Contour No-Show Socks$14.73 at REIBalega Hidden Contour No-Show Socks$14.73 was $19Shop at REI
Woolrich Merino Solid Ragg Socks$14.73 at REIWoolrich Merino Solid Ragg Socks$14.73 was $20Shop at REISleepwear
Reusable shopping bag
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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
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Earbuds
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Don't have one? Check these out.
Shokz OpenDots ONE Open-Ear True Wireless Earbuds$170 at REIShokz OpenDots ONE Open-Ear True Wireless Earbuds$170Shop at REI
Soundcore by Anker Liberty 5 Active Noise-Canceling Wireless Earbuds$130 at REISoundcore by Anker Liberty 5 Active Noise-Canceling Wireless Earbuds$130Shop at REI
JBL Tune Flex 2 Bluetooth In-Ear True Wireless Noise-Canceling Earbuds$110 at REIJBL Tune Flex 2 Bluetooth In-Ear True Wireless Noise-Canceling Earbuds$110Shop at REI
Shokz OpenFit Air Open-Ear Wireless Earbuds$120 at REIShokz OpenFit Air Open-Ear Wireless Earbuds$120Shop at REISunglasses case
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Nail clippers
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Sewing kit / safety pins
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Take this list with you
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