Patagonia Kit List

FOOTWEAR

• Gortex or leather hiking boots – water repellent and broken in with ankle support ESSENTIAL
• Trainers or light footwear – for use in the evening RECOMMENDED
• 3 x pairs of thick walking socks & 3 x thin liner socks to avoid blisters ESSENTIAL
• Gaiters OPTIONAL

CLOTHING

• Gortex or breathable Waterproof jacket with hood ESSENTIAL
• Gortex or breathable Waterproof over trousers (ensure these fit over trekking trousers and boots) ESSENTIAL
• 1 x trekking trousers - zip offs work well ESSENTIAL
• 1 x shorts RECOMMENDED
• 1 x tracksuit bottoms / spare trousers to wear in the evenings RECOMMENDED
• 1 x fleece jacket/ wind stopper ESSENTIAL
• 2 x trekking long sleeved shirts (wicking or synthetic not cotton) ESSENTIAL
• A bandana or buff for sun protection & hat + gloves for warmth ESSENTIAL
• Peaked cap with neck cover or wide brimmed hat for sun protection RECOMMENDED
• Casual clothes for celebration dinner / hotel RECOMMENDED

EQUIPMENT

• 90-110 litre duffle bag or backpack (no wheels) ESSENTIAL
• 30 litre rucksack for trekking days with rain cover ESSENTIAL
• A sleeping mat/foam or inflatable mat (None provided locally) ESSENTIAL
• 4 season sleeping bag (rolled up in cover – not loose) ESSENTIAL
• Sleeping bag liner (cotton or silk) RECOMMENDED
• Head Torch ESSENTIAL
• X2 heavy duty Rubble bag or waterproof bag liner to keep kit dry ESSENTIAL
• Small waterproof bags to organise kit and keep spare clothing dry RECOMMENDED
• 1 x 2/3L platypus/camelback water carrier or 2 x 1L water bottles ESSENTIAL
• Trekking poles RECOMMENDED
• Camera with spare batteries and memory cards RECOMMENDED
• Ear plugs OPTIONAL
• Travel pillow + microfibre towel (quick drying) RECOMMENDED
• Mobile telephone with charger RECOMMENDED
• Penknife/ Binoculars OPTIONAL

TOILETRIES

• Anti-bacterial hand gel ESSENTIAL
• Sun screen (at least factor 30+), lip balm and after sun ESSENTIAL
• Wet wipes for personal hygiene ESSENTIAL
• Toothbrush and small tube of toothpaste ESSENTIAL
• Shampoo and shower products for the hotel RECOMMENDED
• Insect repellent wipes/spray or patches RECOMMENDED
• Soap/face wash RECOMMENDED
• Contact lenses & solutions for wearers. A pair of glasses as back up. IF APPLICABLE
• Toilet Paper RECOMMENDED
• PERSONAL FIRST AID KIT
• Paracetamol / Ibuprofen / Aspirin / Lemsip ESSENTIAL
• Antihistamines ESSENTIAL
• Plasters / blister kit – Compeed ESSENTIAL
• Rehydration powder (dioralyte) ESSENTIAL
• Anti-diarrhoea tablets (Imodium) ESSENTIAL
• Antiseptic Wipes/ Cream RECOMMENDED
• Throat Lozenges RECOMMENDED
• Muscle rub / deep heat / ibuprofen gel RECOMMENDED
• Knee supports (if required) IF APPLICABLE
• Vaseline for your feet, to reduce friction with boots / socks RECOMMENDED
• Talcum powder RECOMMENDED
• Any personal medication that has been prescribed by a GP or clinic – split between hold and hand luggage IF APPLICABLE

DOCUMENTS

• Passport and photocopy of passport – stored separately from passport in case passport goes missing ESSENTIAL
• 1 x passport sized photo – stored separately from passport in case passport goes missing ESSENTIAL

NOTE: If you're planning to bring outside food into the country (i.e. snacks) please check Argentinean regulations as to what is allowed, to avoid this being taken off you upon entry or potentially facing a penalty.