PACK THIS When Hiking The Inca Trail

If you're thinking of going on the Inca Trail hike, then you'll want to pack the right gear. In this video, we'll show you how to pack a day pack for the hike and start your preparation for the adventure of a lifetime!
This video is full of helpful tips on how to pack for the Inca Trail hike, from packing tips to gear recommendations. We’ll cover everything you need to know to pack for a long day hike, including how to pack your food and water, and what tools to bring with you on the trail. Ready to start your preparation for the Inca Trail hike? Let's get started!
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🎒Day Packs and EVERYTHING you need in them for the Inca Trail - A packing list with links 🔗 for easy shopping 📦
DISCLAIMER: Here are some links to some hiking essentials we liked and mentioned in the video! All of the Amazon links below are paid links and as an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases:
Day Packs 🎒
🎒Day Pack - REI Flash22: www.rei.com/product/201965/re...
🎒 Day Pack - Osprey Daylite: amzn.to/3CEHbLP
Sunscreen 🧴
EltaMD sunscreen was recommended to me by my dermatologist and I am OBSESSED with it. It has great ingredients-🚫 no parabens, oils, alcohols or fragrances plus it’s vegan 🌱-and if you don’t care about that (which you should!) it also feels super light and doesn’t make you greasy or oily 🙌
☀️EltaMD sunscreen stick: amzn.to/3WVMPRC
🧴 EltaMD face sunscreen: amzn.to/3WH1X5G
Medical/First Aid 💊
Disclaimer: We are not medical professionals - consult your healthcare professional regarding medications for the Inca Trail Hike. We are not healthcare professionals and do not pretend to be on the internet.
Check with your tour, but most guides have a full first aid kit handy so you only need the necessities:
🩹Blister kit: amzn.to/3jK90Mq
🦟Mosquito wipes: amzn.to/3vvPiXe (‼️ DON’T SKIP THIS-SERIOUSLY‼️)
💊Advil/Ibuprofen travel size - 2 pack: amzn.to/3Qbg3d4
💄Chapstick: amzn.to/3GNsdo4
Hydration 💦
Your tour provider will supply the boiled water, but you will need to supply the container! We recommend having a water bottle and a 3L bladder in your day pack. Garret also feels very strongly that these are some of the best electrolytes out there!
💪Electrolyte Powder Packets (12 sticks): amzn.to/3CdFDIH
💧Water bottle: amzn.to/3idbBxJ
💧 Camelback 3L water bladder: amzn.to/3jPw1xy
💧 Osprey 3L water bladder: amzn.to/3Gzr3xw (we actually liked this one better than the Camelback for this hike!)
Rain Gear☔️
You NEED to have rain gear in your day pack while hiking the Inca Trail or you run the risk of getting yourself and all the stuff in your pack soaked ⚠️ Trust us, if the clouds open up, that little plastic poncho won’t cut it! Buy the stuff, leave the tags on, and if you are lucky 🍀 enough for no rain ☀️then REI has a great return policy!
🧢Sun & Rain hat: www.rei.com/product/204597/re...
⛈REI Duckback (rain cover for your day pack): www.rei.com/product/168261/re...
🌧Patagonia rain coat: www.rei.com/product/166823/pa...
🌦REI rain pants without zipper (MEN’S): www.rei.com/product/137186/re...
🌦REI rain pants without zipper (WOMEN’S): www.rei.com/product/137553/re...
🌧REI rain pants with zipper (MEN’s): www.rei.com/product/127338/re...
🌧REI rain pants with zipper (WOMEN’S): www.rei.com/product/127277/re...
For when you have to “go” 💩
🚽Pee buddy funnels: amzn.to/3WY89Wt ⬅️ LADIES YOU NEED THIS❕
🧻Camping toilet paper: amzn.to/3QdGEGj
Other good to haves 👍
🗑Trashbags (okay these are really just 🐶💩 bags but they are perfect for this):
Ultralight Dry Bags (5 pack): amzn.to/3CkQikW
🔦Rechargeable Head Lamp: amzn.to/3Z8zxTC
🔋Portable charger small: amzn.to/3w4RV2w
🔋Portable Charger (26800mAh with Double-Speed Recharging): amzn.to/3id9dXN
🔋GoPro Camera batteries: amzn.to/3Xw18ws
Chapters
0:00 Intro
0:50 Must have hat, no cap🧢
1:13 Day packs 🎒
2:00 Inside the pack non-negotiables
6:23 Rain Gear 🌧
8:16 For when you have to go 🚽
About us:
We are Garret and Lauren, two newly weds living in Texas. After getting married in early 2021, we decided to spend the first three years of marriage traveling to 30 new locations before we turn 30 in the summer of 2024! We plan to share our new adventures as well as reflect on some of our past travels through this vlog channel, and hope that you will follow along with us.

[@hibakariem8038]

This is by far the best packing list I've seen! So excited for this trip and thank you SO MUCH for all this great infomation.

[@explorinwithlaurin]

We are glad it was helpful! Thank you for watching 🙂 and we hope you enjoy your trip! 🇵🇪

[@carog.3669]

*furiously taking notes* Thanks for the packing list! This is so great!

[@explorinwithlaurin]

So glad it was helpful!! Have a wonderful trip😃

[@mrs.karnesandme]

We have been watching your videos and just love them! Thanks for sharing!

[@explorinwithlaurin]

Thanks for watching! Glad you are enjoying the videos! :)

[@stephaniepure4311]

This was totally helpful. Thank you!

[@explorinwithlaurin]

So glad to hear that! Happy packing!

[@civitasincivibusest]

Thank you very much! Very important tips!

[@explorinwithlaurin]

Glad you found this useful!

[@debsmostexcellentadventure5353]

I really loved how this video was made,hope you have a lovely 2023 fan debs xx......

[@explorinwithlaurin]

Thanks for watching :)

[@MathewLauren]

Super pumped for the next Inca video

[@explorinwithlaurin]

Hi guys!! Thanks so much-we have two more and then we will switch it up to another adventure! There’s so much to cover about the Inca trail it’s taking us a while 🥾

[@groundbreakerexplore]

Wow, I like all the trekking gear. Stay safe always.

[@explorinwithlaurin]

Thank you!! You too!

[@Thorkenn]

Awesome 👏🏻👍. Thank you for sharing your ideas and experience about packing for trail events. Have a nice day ahead. Greetings from Germany 🇩🇪.

[@explorinwithlaurin]

Thank you! You too!

[@SetForAdventures]

I do enjoy what I carry in my pack videos (this was neat as it’s specially for this trek) Enjoyed Lauren Gerret Best wishes Simon 🙏🏼😊🏔️

[@explorinwithlaurin]

Thanks Simon! I think it’s the curiosity in us all that wants to know what others have! Packing for this trek was difficult and took us a long time-so we hope others find this useful 😃

[@kw8282]

This video is so freakin helpful!

[@explorinwithlaurin]

So glad to hear that 😁

[@GladysandKenny]

Great video! Very informative!

[@explorinwithlaurin]

Thanks so much!

[@medeiapsyche]

Hello! I just want to ask you about the toilets provided by Alpaca Expeditions. Are they dry-flush toilets? Thank you!

[@SECRETPLACESPT]

love your videos, great quality as always , keep it up🙂🙂🙂 you win a sub =)

[@explorinwithlaurin]

Glad you enjoyed the video! :)

[@edteaster7522]

hey i was wondering what youll felt like a fair tip to the porters was, when you gave it to them and how you divided it up between the porters? thanks ed

[@tammuben]

Thanks for the video .please comment on walking poles

[@explorinwithlaurin]

What would you like to know?? They come in handy - especially on the downhill sections. We were able to rent poles through our tour operator. Verify that is an option before you book your excursion!

[@tammuben]

@@explorinwithlaurin ok thanks. Any recommendations on which ones to buy if required?

[@MrREDICAN]

His is definitely a better water pack I would recommend

[@explorinwithlaurin]

I have since ditched my camelbak and got an osprey as well! Agree it is better!

[@omsubt289]

Thanks for this, did you have access to your stuff in the duffle bags at the end of each day's camp? Like say for only taking one spare change of socks each day or jacket for one day and not another

[@explorinwithlaurin]

Yes! Your duffle is waiting for you in your tent each afternoon! This video only covers what we actually carried with us each day so all the additional spares were in our duffle. As long as you have things protected in dry bags, one set of spare socks should be sufficient!

[@stellastrain2195]

Very helpful video. One quick question: how often do you need to use the hiking poles? I did 100km hike in 2 days and hold on the pole the whole time. Not sure if I really need it. Going yo Inca trail next month. Thanks

[@explorinwithlaurin]

I think the hiking poles are definitely useful on the downhill sections - especially with how many "steps" there are.

[@Ant-lj5ms]

Great video. You mentioned the pee buddy if an emergency and no restrooms near for “number 1”. What if someone has a stomach issue while trekking and has to go “number 2”!?!? Are there any off trail options when nature calls?

[@explorinwithlaurin]

Thankfully there are toilets along the route (nothing you will be too excited about but they are a private place to do your biz), however there is likely a good 2-3 miles between each toilet so use them when you can! Otherwise, you'll have to scout out the best bush!

[@ryanswilde]

Great video guys, thanks for the info. Is there somewhere to charge your phone on the trek? (I'm embarrased to ask but I want to take LOTS of photos!!!!)

[@explorinwithlaurin]

Of course! Documenting the trip is important! There is no power to charge your decides. We utilized power banks to charge our Devices at camp each night. We used an iPhone as well as a go pro. For our go pro, we purchased a few spare batteries as a precaution. We have a few links in the video Description to the power banks and spare batteries we utilized. The size power bank will depend on what type of device you want to have at full charge Every day! Hope this helps and that you enjoy your trip!

[@explorinwithlaurin]

ALSO keep your phone on airplane mode-there is no service anyways and it extends the life significantly 👌🏼

[@ryanswilde]

@@explorinwithlaurin Aw wow! Amazing thanks so much for all the advice, I'll definitely do that!!

[@strideswithsam]

I saw in a previous video that you packed dry shampoo. Did you have to check your bag because it was an aerosol product or did they allow it in your carry on on the flight over?

[@explorinwithlaurin]

I did pack it in my duffle and it’s the only reason I didn’t look like a straight up grease ball by the end. No I did not, it was small enough so I could bring it in my carryon!

[@DrManarKawar]

Hi… Thank you for the informative video. I heard there is a weight limit for carrying im the back pack in the Inca train. Is that true? And if yes… how much?

[@explorinwithlaurin]

Not for your personal pack - but there is one for the porters! For the one on your back we recommend nothing bigger than a 22L and to pack light! You pack it you carry it up those steps 😅

[@DrManarKawar]

@@explorinwithlaurin well… thank you for your answer

[@user-ge7qh1uo7t]

Maybe I missed it somewhere ... but where did you find that hat?

[@explorinwithlaurin]

👋 hello! Lauren’s hat is from REI

[@HabibPharmacy]

So lovely 😍🌹 beautiful 😍❤️ very nice 🙂 excellent 👍 super ❣️💕 sharing 💟💕

[@explorinwithlaurin]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@mulancapy]

Did you bring your puffer jacket in your day pack too? I'm trying to work out how much clothes I'll need to bring with me during the day. I'm going in October :)

[@explorinwithlaurin]

So we had our rain jackets which with our other layers was warm enough but it definitely gets cold up there so if you run cold another layer in your pack isn’t a bad idea. Always better safe than sorry 😃

[@mulancapy]

Thank u! @@explorinwithlaurin