Camino Packing List! Our Amazon Essentials (What We Brought & Why!) 🇪🇸

Buen Camino! Packing for the Camino can be a daunting task. What essentials will make your journey smooth, and what can you leave behind?
We're here to help! In this video, we unveil our complete Camino Frances packing list - the good, the bad, and the quirky!
See what made the cut: We'll show you the essential items we packed, from hiking boots to rain gear, and everything in between. Discover a few potential "misfires" (we all have them!), and even some unique personal items that made it into our backpacks.
But this is just the beginning! We'll revisit this packing list at the end of our Camino, offering a full gear review. Find out which items were lifesavers, which ones ended up being dead weight, and if there's anything we sorely missed.
Plus, we'll include handy Amazon links for any items that catch your eye!
Packing for the Camino doesn't have to be a guessing game. Join us as we unpack our essentials, share our packing philosophy, and help you prepare for your own Camino adventure!
Buen Camino!
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00:00 - Intro
00:33 - Darn Tough Men's Hiker Quarter Midweight -
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02:55 - Ultra Lone Peak 8 - amzn.to/4bUS4sA
04:35 - Teva Men's Hudson Sandal (David's) - amzn.to/3yWWQYa - Teva Men's Terra Fi 5 Universal Sandal (Robb's) - amzn.to/3xcSfk1
05:23 - Pure Cotton Paisley Pattern Bandanas - amzn.to/3KIdFso
06:45 - ROXUN Arm Sleeves, Cooling UV Sun Protection - amzn.to/4cggvR6
07:48 - Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Sunscreen Lotion - amzn.to/4cjsGMV
08:15 - All Good Tinted Mineral Sunscreen Butter - amzn.to/4ekjrxW
09:39 - Nevo Rhino Backpack - amzn.to/3L1RZaZ - (it looks like the 45L pack is no longer available, but there is an updated 40L version if that is big enough for you)
12:12 - Vancluse Backpack Ventillation Spacer - vauclusegear.com/
14:30 - Frelaxy Dry Bag 5-Pack - amzn.to/3KIXlru
15:26 - Sea to Summit Airlite Towel - amzn.to/4ekjR7u
17:05 - Frelaxy Sleeping Bag Liner - amzn.to/3RpplUC
20:10 - Anyoo Waterproof Rain Poncho - amzn.to/45kUPkD
21:16 - Gold Bond Friction Defense Stick - amzn.to/3VkjuBb
22:06 - Pepto Bismol Chewable Tablets - amzn.to/3KHg9an
23:43 - RockTape Blister Prevention - amzn.to/4b4ATU6
26:47 - Yuntop Plastic Head Safety Pin - amzn.to/4cgtPoA
28:09 - humangear GoBites Uno Travel Utensils - amzn.to/3xgzdcm
29:08 - CiCiGo Large Reusable Bags Shopping - amzn.to/3KHKwNS
29:36 - Yansanido 5.5 Inch x 3.5 Inch Pocket Notebook - amzn.to/3VGVQQT
30:03 - Ceptics Adapter Plug Set - amzn.to/4ckQrEi
30:39 - Anker GaNPrime 65W Charging Station - amzn.to/3VuU83M
32:16 - OPTOFENDY Folding Reading Glasses - amzn.to/4ep4J8L
32:44 - Vortex Optics Viper Binoculars - amzn.to/3XmGe69
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[@ExploreTayo]

We love sleeves! I discovered them when I bike commuted, so useful!

[@tendegreeswarmer]

Yup, so far they are working out great!

[@flutingaround]

Scissors that backpackers use: Westcott 13867 Pointed Titanium-Bonded Small Sewing Scissors for Crafting. Very small, light and effective

[@tendegreeswarmer]

We’ll have to check those out. We have a tiny pair in our sewing kit but we didn’t think they would be reliable cutting up bandages. Thanks for the recommendations!

[@pattikeck7398]

I have to say, sleeping in a Q fitted sheet sounds brilliant.

[@tendegreeswarmer]

I used to always do it as a backpacker in hostels but since we upgraded to hotels and guesthouses I haven’t used one in years. But here in the Albergues it works really well if you have room in your bag for the extra bulk.

[@erinaustin9968]

Helpful tips! Thanks!

[@tendegreeswarmer]

Glad it was helpful! 😄

[@TomChase-yb7fg]

Great video again. You guys continue to provide all kinds of useful information. When we did the EBC two years ago we watched so many packing videos and ended up bringing twice what we needed for the what ifs. You guys are giving solid information while showing how little you can get by with. Also, if we find we need something I imagine things can be picked up on the way.

[@tendegreeswarmer]

We've watched a lot of those EBC and Camino packing videos, we weren't sure which we would end up trying first, but here we are! Everyone is different but we thought we would talk about what we brought, even some of the more unusual things. We'll see how it all works out by the end! And yes, most things can be picked up along the way, though not at every little village. We are looking to get some sock liners but we are about four stages away from a town with a Decathalon.

[@nancymiller7984]

Another great informative video. Love watching your daily reports on FB.

[@tendegreeswarmer]

Much appreciated! Thanks for following us 😄

[@flutingaround]

Experienced backpackers carry Leukotape for blisters, and can double as bandaids with gauze.

[@tendegreeswarmer]

This is very similar to the Rocktape we brought. Luckily the pharmacies all along the Camino have plenty of blister products so while we only brought a little with us, we can buy more as needed. 😁

[@DunRovinRanch-1969]

I love your channel but at 38 minutes you’re testing the boundaries. Here’s my packing list: Altra Lone Peak because that’s what I have. One long sleeved white shirt I received as a marathon finisher, one short sleeve runners finisher shirt because it’s what I have. Two pants with zip off legs because, yep, it’s what I have. I do have to get new socks because all of them have holes. Probably will stick with Starter from Walmart. 30 liter backpack.-already have it. The only new equipment I bought was a light weight camping quilt since I am going in the fall.

[@tendegreeswarmer]

Totally fair about length, appreciate the feedback! Don't worry, most of our videos in this series will be much shorter, but some of our longer videos do pretty well so we just say what we have to say and we're still testing what works (or not). I think minimalism in packing is a great goal, especially for walking the Camino, though obviously we didn't push those boundaries much and brought a lot of more indulgent items. We'll see how we feel about it all in the end. The good news is that even after a few days those 20 pounds don't really bother us at all anymore. But if you can do lighter, I don't think you'll be sad about it! 😀

[@flutingaround]

Sun gloves for the hands

[@tendegreeswarmer]

If you can handle wearing gloves this would give great protection!

[@kimr3755]

Would have never thought of that!

[@flutingaround]

​​@@tendegreeswarmer I bought a really lightweight fingerless pair with grippies, that I cannot go without

[@pattikeck7398]

Thanks, I am going to order that sunscreen butter.

[@tendegreeswarmer]

Great, I hope it works out for you, so far we are really liking it!

[@annalobdell7967]

Thanks for the detailed video. I hope to walk the Camino sometime soon. What did you do with the rest of your luggage? Also, do Albergues provide pillows?

[@tendegreeswarmer]

We sent the rest of our luggage ahead to Santiago from Saint Jean PDP using Express Bouricott for 70 Euro per bag. Very easy. So far we’ve been mixing Albergue’s with private rooms and yes so far they have all come with a pillow.

[@ExploreTayo]

"Hat" tip?

[@tendegreeswarmer]

The internet version of a polite acknowledgement of where we learned the information. Just think of a proper gentleman tipping his hat in thanks. 😀

[@ExploreTayo]

@@tendegreeswarmer I feel so old. 😆