We trekked the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu - and these game-changing gear essentials made every step easier!
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Clothing
Eddie Bauer has been a game changer. Super light and warm with great quality.
Men's Down Jackets | Insulated Outerwear - Eddie Bauer
Never looking back! Super light and warm with great quality. I have used this on all my hikes and with a fleece it has given me perfect warmth in very cold nights.
Light Down Jacket Womens| Eddie Bauer
Soft, warm, and made from recycled materials, this fleece is both eco-friendly and cozy. It gives perfect warmth as a mid layer - great for camping or to stay cozy and comfy during cold temperatures.
Patagonia Men's Retro Pile Fleece Jacket
Soft, warm, and made from recycled materials, this fleece is both eco-friendly and cozy. It gives perfect warmth as a mid layer - great for camping or to stay cozy and comfy during cold temperatures.
Women's Fleece Jackets I Patagonia
Hands down, Columbia makes the ultimate rain jacket - reliable, lightweight, and adventure-approved.
Tried on every hike, it never lets us down. Packs down small, keeps you dry, and ready for anything!
Women's Rain Jackets | Columbia Sportswear
Hands down, Columbia makes the ultimate rain jacket - reliable, lightweight, and adventure-approved.
Tried on every hike, it never lets us down. Packs down small, keeps you dry, and ready for anything!
Men's Rain Jackets | Columbia Sportswear
Made with soft and breathable 100% merino wool fabric. Good for all temperatures!
Men's Merino 175 Everyday Long Sleeve Crewe Thermal Top - Icebreaker
More budget friendly option with great quality! Fleece works best as a mid layer to keep your body warmth and comfortable when hiking.
Fleece Jackets & Mid Layers - Decathlon
Made with soft and breathable 100% merino wool fabric. Good for all temperatures!
Women's Merino Wool Base Layers | Women's Thermals | icebreaker
Made with soft and breathable 100% merino wool fabric. Good for all temperatures!
Men's Merino Wool Thermal Leggings | icebreaker
Super light, comfortable and budget-friendly! I have used these as inners and they have worked perfectly fine.
Women's Thermal Leggings | UNIQLO
Works best as a base layer or as a warm Tshirt! Budget-friendly, comfortable and great quality!
HEATTECH Cashmere Blend T-Shirt | Extra Warm | UNIQLO
Best quality gloves! Water resistant gloves are the best when hiking - preventing from cold and rain.
Gloves | Eddie Bauer
Breathable, lightweight, moisture-wicking, and prevents odour! Merino wool socks are best for hiking.
Smartwool - Merino Wool Socks
Keep your head warm with these great quality beanies!
Men's Beanies | Men's Accessories - Eddie Bauer
Keep your head warm with these great quality beanies!
Women's Beanies | Eddie Bauer
Trek-ready and trail-tested - MEC’s men’s hiking pants are stretchy, breathable, and packed with pockets. Quick-drying comfort meets all-day adventure style!
Wrong hiking pants can ruin your hike, choose MEC for best quality!
Men's Hiking Pants - MEC
Keep some good quality moisture wicking Tshirts as you will sweat a lot!
Moisture Wicking Tshirts - Decathlon
These were the pants we saw most people wearing on the trail - reasonably priced and meets the purpose!
Forclaz Hiking Pants - Decathlon
Trek-ready and trail-tested - MEC’s women’s hiking pants are stretchy, breathable, and packed with pockets. Quick-drying comfort meets all-day adventure style!
Wrong hiking pants can ruin your hike, choose MEC for best quality!
Women's Hiking Pants - MEC
Footwear
We have been using Merrell since 6 years and have used in all kinds of terrain! Good grip, waterproof, and light weight.
Best Men's Hiking Shoes | Waterproof & Durable - Merrell
We have been using Merrell since 6 years and have used in all kinds of terrain! Good grip, waterproof, and light weight. Looks great too!
Women's Hiking Boots & Shoes | Merrell
Accessories
Durable and good quality nalgene bottles are a must! Its wide mouth makes it easy to fill and clean, and it's virtually indestructible.
32oz Wide Mouth Ultralite Bottle | Nalgene
Isntree Hyaluronic Acid Watery Sun Gel is a fan favorite for a reason - ultra-light, hydrating, and zero white cast. Packed with hyaluronic acid and soothing ingredients, it feels more like skincare than sunscreen. Perfect for daily wear and sensitiv...
It has proven to be amazing in driest and hottest parts of South America.
ISNTREE Hyaluronic Acid Natural Suncream SPF50
Budget-friendly and super effective to cover your head and neck from intense sun during hikes and outdoor activities!
Women's Hiking Sun Hats - Shein
Ben’s Insect Repellent is our go-to for bug protection on every adventure. It’s powerful, proven effective, and keeps mosquitoes and ticks away - even in the thickest woods. The compact bottle slips easily into any pocket or daypack, making it a must...
MEC - Ben's Insect Repellent
Staying hydrated on the trail is essential! Osprey's great quality hydration bladder can hold up to 3 litres of water, allowing you to drink continuously without having to stop every 15 minutes.
Hydration Bladders & Reservoirs - Osprey
Moisture-wicking and budget friendly caps for a sunny day.
Hiking Caps - Decathlon
Osprey is top-tier for day hikes or long treks - ultra durable, comfy, and trusted by hikers worldwide.
Backpacks, Luggage & Travel Gear| Osprey
Hiking poles are an absolute must on the Inca trail to protect your knees! Light-weight and strong poles are what you need.
Trekking Poles, Hiking Staffs & Walking Sticks | REI Co-op