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Ultimate Camino de Santiago Travel Hiking List
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items Highlight of my life (atleast in a travel sense) was walking the Camino - over 800kms from St Jean in France to Santiago in Spain. Im finally getting around to putting together everything I took and needed so you only need this one list. Make sure yo...
Hiking poles are a MUST especially for uphill climbs. This is a 100s of kms walk and using a pole takes some weight off your legs, making it easier and enjoyable. I loved carrying mine with me. Just basic ones were fine. Nothing fancy is needed, thou...
Walking & Hiking Poles
Not for a fashion statement on your great hike, but to wipe sweat, spills, and I even love these for opening tight bottle caps, jar lids, and identifying your bag if you ever have to leave it somewhere.
Cotton Bandana
Unless you stop in a big town and stay at a higher end hotel, youll need a travel adapter and actual plugs (not just usb). I love the ones that are small enough to fit in the sides of the bag.
International Travel Adapters
I love a good notebook to jot down thoughts in. This one is specifically for hiking, but you could carry one that's more around pilgrimage or mindfulness. When I walked the camino, I was mostly phone-free or only using it to listen to music time to t...
The Hiker's Journal: Hiking Trail Log Book
I loved my Ecolite hiking shoes. Over 800kms they got a solid daily workout and were still in fairly good condition upon return.
Hiking/Walking/Outdoor Shoes or Boots
Breathable fabrics, gym wear, or AIRism clothes (such as from UNIqlo) are perfect. You may not get many opportunities to wash your clothes and these are light enough to handwash and dry overnight in an open area.
AIRism | Cool fabric with comfort conditioning technology | Breathable clothes
I loved my hiking bag and its lasted me years later aswell. What to look for - adjustable around the waist and shoulders, supportive on upper shoulders (so you don't strain), and sits high up on your back rather than sagging or dragging you backwards...
Hiking Backpacks, Bags & Rucksacks
A good bum bag is accessible, comfortable, and carries everything you need to quickly reach. I love this one that's available on Amazon.
Bum Bag/Fanny Pack
You'll wear your socks every single day and you want your feet to feel comfortable (not yucky and sweaty). I loved my bamboo wicking socks and they're worth the investment so you are comfortable.
Heavy Duty Bamboo Breathable Wicking Socks
The less reliant you are on electricity/charging spots the better. I used wired headphones throughout the Way and found it very convenient. Bonus, by using over ear headphones, others can see you've got headphones on and give you way or go around you...
Over Ear Hi-Fi Stereo Noise-Cancelling Headphones
There are lots of spots along the Way for refilling water. “Potable” means safe for drinking, so use those stations. I love this bottle for keeping water cool and hanging off the side of my bag.
Owala FreeSip Insulated Stainless Steel Bottle 24oz
Hydration bladder can be a good backup if youre also carrying a water bottle. It can fit in your backpack with the tube accessible outside for sipping. I love this 2 litre option. It depends if you want to carry the additional weight, or carry only a...
Outdoor 2L Leak Proof Hydration Bladder