If you are planning on doing some adventure travel, we’ve put together a few packing tips to help get you started!
For every trip, make sure you have a light backpack with you to carry the day’s essentials; for example snacks, lunch, a change of clothes if needed, and any other daily essentials.
And of course ALWAYS remember your camera!!
Gorilla Sightseeing:
- Soft, light suitcase
- Good pair of walking shoes/light hiking boots
- Sturdy, yet lightweight pants
- Hat
- Good socks to help protect your legs from scratchy flora
- A poncho that will fit over your backpack to keep you and your belongings dry in case of a downpour
- Casual clothes for the resort such as shorts, a light top, and sandals
- Sunscreen and sunglasses
- Your bathing suit
Jeep Tours and Safaris:
- Walking shorts and comfortable shoes
- Hat
- Light shirt
- Sunscreen and sunglasses
Arctic tours:
- Warm boots that have good traction and are suitable for low temperatures
- Warm winter jacket
- Gloves and a warm hat
- Jeans and a comfortable sweater for being back at the lodge – remember even in summer, it gets cold
Canoe adventure:
- Nice gloves for paddling so as to avoid blisters and keep your hands warm
- Water runners that dry quickly to avoid your feet being constantly wet.
- A backpack with a change of clothes wrapped in a dry, waterproof bag.
- Hat, sunscreen, sunglasses
Cycling Adventures:
- Cycling shorts
- Cycling shoes
- Helmet
- Sunscreen and sunglasses
Also, depending on which country you are travelling to, it is always best to check with your agent about any local dress customs – some countries have unspoken policies about what is or isn’t okay to wear in public.
For more information about adventure travel, contact our adventure specialist Lesli or your favourite Lloyds Travel Agent!