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Adventure jungle hiking vacation - Must haves for traveling to Latin America
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items At least once a year I head to South America for an adventure filled vacation. I’ve refined this list of items I take with me every time I go, from jungle hiking in rainy and wet environments to long days exploring the city to sightseeing in the moun...
These are the best little bags to travel around with. They’re small enough that you can hide them under your jacket if needed, look super cute, and also have lots of pockets and places to stash important items.
Hip Packs
Non dairy milk is very hard to come by in Latin America, and if you’re like me you NEED something creamy in your morning coffee! I take these individual non dairy creamer pouches with me everywhere in my travels so I never have to suffer through a ta...
Coconut Cloud | Vegan Coffee Creamers, Cocoas, and Instant Lattes
I take this rain jacket with me every time I head to South America. It’s especially valuable in the rainy/jungle areas. This jacket keeps me DRY, even after a heavy downpour, water doesn’t seep through. It’s also very thin and lightweight so if the w...
Women's Rainwear
These scrunchies are perfect for hiding a little emergency cash. The zipper pouch is the perfect size for a couple of bills and photocopy of my passport. I never leave my hotel without one.
LokiStashed 3-PACK Velvet Hair Tie Scrunchies for VSCO Girls & Women ...
I have learned to never travel out of the country without travel insurance. One time a family member become ill on the trip and we had to delay our return trip. This company actually paid out the difference in plane fare after providing proof of medi...
Generali Travel Insurance
These boots are a MUST if you are planning any jungle hikes. I don’t do any jungle hiking without them, and can relax knowing that they will protect me from any snake bites. They are also water proof so if you’re stepping in a few inches of water you...
Irish Setter VaprTrek Waterproof Snake Boots for Men
This waterproof backpack is so essential to traveling. It protects all of my important items, especially traveling documents like passport, dry, even in the heaviest of rain.
Waterproof Dry Bags
This lightweight jacket is perfect when I travel. It’s easy to pack and gives me just enough warmth on slightly chilly days. It also layers nicely under a heavier jacket. I love the color options, I have two!
Capa Hybrid Insulated Hooded Jacket - Women's
Hiking poles are a MUST if you are doing any jungle or mountain hiking. There are a lot of areas with mushy terrain and you need a hiking stick to get a good grip so you don’t lose your balance and fall. I especially like that the bottoms can be chan...
Trekking Poles and Hiking Staffs | REI Co-op
These towels are so handy for traveling. They fold up nice and small and I put them in my carry on in case I need one on a layover. I also take them in my backpack on all hikes and even day hikes around town. They dry fast so I don’t have to wait all...
OlimpiaFit Quick Dry Microfiber Towel Set
These shoes are perfect traveling when you are on the go exploring one city after another. They’re very comfortable and can handle a lot of walking, but also cute and stylish!
Women's Cloud 5 | On United States - On Running
Having one of these is an absolute must and a lifesaver to check the weight of your bag before heading to the airport. Don’t get stuck paying overweight bag fees!!
Luggage Scales in Travel Accessories(1000+)
Sunscreen is a MUST for traveling! Especially to warmer climates closer to the equator. I never go without it, LRP is my favorite sunscreen, it goes on so smooth and my makeup sits well over it.
Broad Spectrum Sunscreen for Sensitive Skin
I never go on a trip without this portable charger. Great for using at the airport, on the plane, long days exploring cities and on hikes. It lasts for several charges, my phone never dies on me.
anker power bank
This is great for those very long/overnight hikes where you need some extra power. Has a built in flashlight, as well as options for multiple types of plugs. I also stash it in the rental car incase we need some extra power on a roadtrip.
AIMTOM 155Wh Portable Power Station
I use these shoes when I’m heading to the beach but maybe there are a lot of rocks and the terrain is too rough for my feet. These water shoes are perfect for this situation. I always make sure to have these in my suitcase. They’re also great for exp...
SIMARI Water Shoes Swim Aqua Socks Beach
I love taking the carry on size with me traveling, or if I’m checking my bag it’s super easy to spot at baggage claim.
Cherry Fruit Suitcase, Travel Luggage, Unique Carry-on, Eco- ...
I always use these water resistant and upf pants when I am hiking in the jungle. I need sun protection because the sun near the equator is hot, and the water resistant fabric makes things much more comfortable if I encounter rain or splashing, they d...
Women's Outdoor Pants
I have several pairs of these leggings in different colors. They are so buttery soft and comfortable, perfect for traveling through airports, airplane, or just doing touristy things around town.
LEGGINGS
One thing I’ve noticed is that many hotels don’t have hair dryers. This one is great because it folds and doesn’t take up that much space I take it with me on every trip.
Compact Folding Handle Hair Dryer
I never travel without a pepper spray for emergencies! This one is cute and compact and goes on your keychain
SABRE Pink Pepper Spray with Quick Release, Helps Fight Breast Cancer, 1 ...
If you are heading to the jungle or any areas with a lot of mosquitoes, this lotion is so necessary to keep from getting any mosquito bites.
20% Picaridin Insect Repellent | Sawyer Products
This insect repellent is specifically to spray on clothing and does an excellent job of keeping all mosquitoes away from you
SP657 Sawyer Premium Insect Repellent Clothing, Gear & Tents - 24 oz T
Boring recommendation but necessary, don’t travel to areas with endemic yellow fever without it!
Yellow Fever Vaccine
Another great bug spray for clothing and gear
Permethrin Spray for Clothing