What We Pack

Here are a few of our favorites for our group trips (they are great go-tos for our solo travelers and honeymooners too).
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“He who would travel happily must travel light.” -Antoine de St. Exupery
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Luggage: Check-in, Personal Item, and Daybags
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Inflight Amenities
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Organization
There’s nothing better than a well organized travel gear system. Here are a few of our favorites:
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Tech + Electronics
You won’t get far without your chargers and adaptors. Depending on where you go, you may or may not need converters. Ask before you buy!
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Clothes + Shoes + Accessories
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Tropic Feel Shoes Homepage LinkA few of our tried and true tropical clothing options for women.
Men’s Best Bets
Toiletries
From bug spray to dry shampoo, we’ve got the items you might not think of listed here
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Other Gear + Gadgets
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Health + Dietary Packables
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Packing Lists
Southeast Asia
Costa Rica Trip Packing List
Clothes:
- 1-2 lightweight long sleeved button up shirt(s) with wicking, spf, and ventilation Women’s or Men’s
- 3 wicking t-shirts (cotton is horrible for this climate and will not dry) Women’s or Men’s
- 1 tank or sleeveless wicking shirt (can be worn under long sleeved as layer) Women’s or Men’s
- 1 sun hoody or rash guard (unisex) that can be worn on rafting excursions or as a protective layer or Women’s
- 1 pair of convertible pants (zip off shorts) Women’s or Men’s
- 1 pair of lightweight jogger style pants (tight ankle style) Women’s or Men’s
- 1 pair of hiking 5”+ shorts Women’s or Men’s
- 1 pair of comfortable water resistant or quick dry athletic shorts to raft in (see hiking example above)
- 1 pair of pants to lounge in (lightweight, elephant or boho pant style)
- 2 sets of pajamas; one short, one long legged/sleeved (long legged could be used as lounge pants)
- women: 2 quick dry/wicking bras or sports bras
- 1 pair of underwear per day
- 2 swimsuits/trunks Women’s or Men’s
- cover up for pool or hot spring use (sarong ok)
- rash guard or quick dry sun hoodie – see above
- quick dry travel towel
- 1 sun hat (hiking hat with brim) AND 1 trucker style hat (quick dry mesh type best)
- sunglasses
- croakie style cord
- 4 pairs of merino wool socks (merino can be re-worn)
- 1 rain jacket or poncho
- 1 buff or bandana (this one has insect repellant)
- adventure water shoes (this is a specific requirement if rafting)
- hiking shoes
- sandals that are also walking shoes
- flip flops for hotel (optional)
Toiletries:
- eco-friendly sunscreen (no chemicals)
- eco-friendly bug repellant
- brush/comb
- shampoo/conditioner
- soap/bath gel
- lotion
- moisturizer
- shaver/cream
- q-tips/cotton rounds
- toothbrush and toothpaste
Medications and First Aid:
- anti nausea medication
- anti itch cream
- Imodium or similar
- probiotics
- Benadryl
- motrin or other anti inflammatory pain relief med
- Cipro or antibiotics
- bandaids
- Leuko tape or blister remedy
- basic first aid kit with gauze, tape, antiseptic, etc
- eye drops and any contact lens solutions you may need
- aloe vera gel
Gadgets and Electronics:
- headlamp
- water bottle
- water proof phone case and strap
- 5 foot power adaptor (outlets are always way across the room)
- cords and cables
- three prong adaptor
- usb adaptor
- portable fan
- clothes line
- laundry sheets (cut up two or three into squares to wash clothes in your sink)
- spork or bamboo cutlery and metal straw (say no to plastic)
- foldable, reusable shopping bag
- water bag for rafting (this one is a bundle with water proof phone pouch)
Luggage and Packs:
- Travel Sling
- Personal Item Backpack for travel
- Backpack for hiking
- Travel carry-on convertible duffel – backpack by Patagonia
- Check-in budget wheeled duffel
- Hanging Toiletry Kit (great for two sharing a room with limited counter space)