INCA TRAIL packing list:

* items that need to be in your day bag

• Comfy day backpack with waterproof cover *

• 1 x leggings (for sleeping in & last day)

• 1 x hiking pants (zip off at knee if possible)

• 4 x tops to hike in (sweat wicking if possible)

• 1 x nicer top

• 1 x long sleeve top (for sleeping in & 2 if you get cold)

• 1 x fleece *

• 1 x waterproof coat *

• 1 x decent rain poncho *

• 1 x gaiters *

• 1 x hiking boots/comfy trainers with good grip *

• 1 x flip flops (your feet will want a break from the hiking boots)

• 4 pairs of walking socks * (1 pair as spare)

• 1 pair of normal socks

• 5 x pants

• 2 x sports bra

• 1 x bandana/scarf *

• 1 x cap (stops sun and rain going in your eyes) *

• Sun cream *

• Baby wipes

• Toilet roll *small amount

• Bin bags

• Reusable water bottle (preferably a light 1L one that clips on your bag) *

• Sleeping bag (can rent there)

• Walking poles (can rent there - have to have rubber bottoms) *

• Sleeping mat (can rent there)

• Travel pillow

• Watch (ideally one with an alarm) *

• Ultralight/microfibre towel

• Sunglasses *

• Head torch *

• Personal medication (inhalers, pills, knee brace... don’t forgot it! You can’t get a replacement half way up a mountain!) *

• Small first aid kit (plasters, anti bac, ibuleve gel, savlon...)  *reduced kit

• Gaffa tape (something always breaks - wrap it around an old credit card so you don’t have suck a bulky roll) *

• Personal entertainment (playing cards, book, music... but you may just want to chat to your new friends)

• Purse (carry enough money for tipping, snacks along the way & Machu Picchu treats) *

• Camera * & spare batteries

• Binoculars (if you want, I personally didn't bring mine)

• Phone * & travel charger