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💸 Adventure Gifts Under $25 from a Local Guide
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items Hi, I'm Jorge from Surf Side Tours. I guide surf, fishing, volcano and waterfall adventures in El Salvador, and these are the cheap gifts I see people actually use on every trip. Everything here is under $25, so they're perfect for stocking stuffers,...
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Stocking Stuffers Under $10
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For the Surfer
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For the Angler
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For the Hiker
Under $15
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A floating roll-top dry bag that keeps phones, keys and snacks dry on boats, kayaks and waterfall swims. Comes in lots of sizes and colors, and the small ones are just a few dollars.
Unigear Floating Waterproof Dry Bag Kayaking
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Quick-dry microfiber towel that packs tiny. I use one on every surf day and waterfall hike; it dries in the tropical sun way faster than cotton.
Rainleaf Microfiber Quick Dry Towel
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Waterproof phone pouch with a lanyard so you can take photos on the boat, at the beach or under a waterfall without worrying about your phone.
Lamicall Waterproof Phone Pouch IPX8 Case
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Cooling towels: soak, snap and wear around your neck. A lifesaver on hot volcano hikes and long ATV rides. The 4-pack means the whole group gets one.
Sukeen 4 Pack Cooling Towels 40x12 Soft
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Floating sunglasses strap. I've seen too many sunglasses sink off the side of the boat; this cheap strap keeps them on your head and afloat if they fall.
Pilotfish Floating Sunglasses Strap, Adjustable
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Lightweight camping hammock with tree straps. Hammocks are a way of life in El Salvador; hang it at the beach, by the lake or at camp and you'll never want to leave.
SZHLUX Double & Single Camping Hammock w/ Straps
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Rechargeable headlamp. We start volcano sunrise hikes in the dark and camp nights get pitch black, so a headlamp is the one gift every adventurer actually uses.
LHKNL LED Rechargeable Headlamp Flashlight
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A tougher dry bag with a shoulder strap and a phone case included. Big enough for a towel, clothes and camera on boat days and river crossings.
Earth Pak Waterproof Dry Bag with Phone Case
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Sun gloves with UPF protection. Great for fishing, paddling and long boat rides; the Salvadoran sun burns the backs of your hands before you notice.
KastKing Sol Armis UPF50+ Fingerless Gloves
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Polarized sunglasses that cut the glare off the ocean, so you can actually spot fish, waves and dolphins. At this price nobody cries if they get lost at sea.
KALIYADI Polarized Sunglasses Men UV400
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Chest harness for GoPro-style cameras. Strap it on for the zipline, ATV trails or a surf session and you get hands-free POV footage of the whole ride.
Amazon Basics Adjustable Chest Mount Harness for GoPro
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Fun fishing socks, the perfect stocking stuffer for the angler in your life. Pair them with a deep-sea trip and you've got a gift they'll talk about all year.
Lavley Funny Fishing & Hunting Socks Gift
Stocking Stuffers Under $10
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SPF 50 lip balm, 2-pack. Lips burn fast on the boat and in the surf; it's the cheapest gift that gets used every single day outside.
Banana Boat Sport Lip Sunscreen SPF 50, 0.15 oz (2 Pack)
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Loud emergency whistles with lanyards. Clip one to every backpack and life vest; a whistle carries much farther than your voice on the trail or the water.
LuxoGear Emergency Whistles with Lanyard Safety Whistle Survival Shrill Loud Blast for Kayak Life Vest Jacket Boating Fishing Boat Camping Hiking Hunting Rescue Signaling Kids Lifeguard Plastic 2 Pack
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Paracord survival bracelets, 2-pack, with a built-in fire starter, compass and whistle. Kids and adults love them, and they look great on the wrist after a jungle hike.
Atomic Bear Paracord Bracelet 2 Pack Adjustable, Fire Starter, Loud Whistle
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Mini carabiner keychains, 4-pack. Clip keys, a bottle or a dry bag to your backpack so nothing falls out on the trail or the boat. Under $5 for the set.
4Pack Small Keychain Rings, Metal Key Carabiner Clip, Mini EDC Key Ring Chain Holder Organizer for Purse Charm Hook, Car Keychain, Paracord Keychain Lanyard, Men and Women Key Fob (Gun Black)
For the Surfer
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SPF 50 sport sunscreen stick. Surfers rub it on the face, nose and ears before paddling out; a stick doesn't run into your eyes like lotion does.
Banana Boat Sport SPF 50 Sunscreen Stick, 1.5 oz
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Reusable waterproof ear plugs, 3 pairs. Surfers who spend hours in the water use them to keep water and wind out of their ears and help prevent surfer's ear.
Swimming Ear Plugs for Adults,3 Pairs Waterproof Reusable Silicone Swim Earplugs for Swimming Surfing Snorkeling Showering and Water Pool,Beach,Ocean (Adults & Teens 14+)
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A sun-curing ding repair kit that works on epoxy and polyester boards. Rocks and reef happen; fix small dings at the beach in minutes so water doesn't soak into the foam.
Phix Doctor SunPowered Dura Resin Mondo Dual Formula Universal Resin Epoxy & Polyester Safe Surfboard Ding Repair Kit (2 oz)
For the Angler
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UPF 50+ neck gaiter, the face cover you see on every fishing boat. Pull it up over your nose on long offshore days to block the sun and the salt spray.
BASSDASH UPF 50+ UV Sun Protection Neck Gaiter Fishing Mask Hunting Kayaking Hiking Cycling Ski Sports
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A 137-piece lure and tackle kit in a box. Spoons, soft baits, hooks and swivels; a fun starter set for a beginner or a kid who's just getting into fishing.
PLUSINNO Fishing Lures, 137Pcs Tackle Box with Tackle Included, Crankbaits, Spoon, Hooks, Weights & Other Accessories, Fishing Bait Lure Gear Kit Gift for Men Bass Freshwater
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Fishing pliers with a fish lip gripper set, 16,000+ reviews. Pull hooks, cut line and hold a slippery fish safely for the photo. One of the most useful tools on any boat.
ZACX Fish Lip Gripper Pliers - Upgraded Muti-Function Hook Remover and Split Ring Pliers for Fly Fishing, Ice Fishing, Fishing Gear - Gift for Men (Package B)
For the Hiker
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A classic orienteering compass. Phones die and lose signal in canyons and jungle, so a real compass is a smart backup and a great gift for a hiker learning navigation.
Orienteering Compass - Advanced Scout Compass for Hiking, Camping, and Backpacking - Best Survival Gifts for Kids
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Moleskin strips for blisters. Wet shoes on river crossings rub fast; put a strip on the hot spot early and the rest of the hike stays fun.
Promifun Moleskin Strips with Adhesive Blister Prevention Pads,Beige 24 Pcs
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A wide-brim UPF 50+ boonie hat. Volcano trails have little shade at the top, and this protects your face, ears and neck. It packs flat and dries fast after a swim.
Sun Hats for Men Women Bucket Hat UPF 50+ Boonie Hat Foldable UV Protection Hiking Beach Fishing Summer Safari
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Soft flasks, 2-pack. They squeeze flat when empty, so they fit in a pocket or vest. Great for trail runners and for anyone who hates carrying a heavy bottle uphill.
SWIFTER 2x Soft Flask 500ml | Running, Hiking, Cycling Hydration Flask | Collapsible, Leakproof, Reusable | Matt Finish, Sky Blue