Packing Checklist — Peru 3/13/2027 with Rita

Suggested

Chargers/Adapters

Device chargers and electrical adapters (and a converter if needed); portable charger/power bank

Clothing

Pack lightweight, quick-dry clothing that mixes and matches easily and is layerable for warmth. Bring enough for about a week and plan to do laundry once. Layer strategically and check the weather and itinerary sections to be realistic about what you'll actually need.

Windproof/waterproof jacket

Very important!

Daypack

Small backpack to carry water, camera, and essentials while exploring

Light hiking boots or sturdy walking shoes

One good pair of broken-in, comfortable, sturdy walking shoes is essential

Sun protection

Sun block, sunglasses, hat

First Aid Kit

Including: lip balm with sunscreen, sunscreen, whistle, Aspirin, Ibuprofen, bandaids, tape, anti-histamines, antibacterial gel/wipes, antiseptic cream, Imodium or similar for mild cases of diarrhea, rehydration powder, water purification tablets or drops, insect repellent, sewing kit, extra prescription drugs you may be taking

Toiletries

Basic toiletries (some hotels may not provide all items, esp. conditioner); small amount of biodegradable soap for laundry

Fleece/Down top

It gets very cold at night in the Andes

Optional

Sleep accessories

Travel pillow, lightweight silk sleep sheet, earplugs

Organization aids

AirTags or Tile trackers, bag locks, packing cubes, ziplock bags

Money belt

Hand sanitizer/baby wipes

Flashlight or headlamp

Reusable water bottle

Snacks

Packing a few granola bars is a good idea; you can also buy snacks when you get there too, so don’t go crazy

Documents

Passport

G Adventures voucher(s)

Entry Requirements

Any required visas, travel authorizations, vaccine certificates, etc.

Flight itinerary/boarding pass(es)

Cash and credit/debit card(s)

Travel insurance ID card

GEEO Classroom action plans for your group

This will be emailed to you a week before your trip

Inca Trail | Lares Trek

Hiking clothes

The best clothing for trekking is either wool or synthetic materials in layers, as this is quick-drying and can keep heat in better. We suggest a base-layer, then a mid-layer such as a light fleece jacket or similar, then a windproof and waterproof layer.

Thermal underwear

Packable jacket for low temps

We recommend down or synthetic down

Wool hat, mitts, or gloves (preferably waterproof)

Rain poncho

Walking poles

Can also be rented locally from G Adventures for 30 soles for a pair (about $10 USD)

Winter sleeping bag

This can also be rented locally from G Adventures for 45 Peruvian Soles (about $15 USD), inner sheet included

Inner sheet for sleeping bag

Packable pillow

A pillow is not provided during the hike, even if you rent a sleeping bag

Mattress

A foam mattress is included as part of the hike; you can upgrade this and rent a self-inflating type mattress locally from G Adventures for 45 Peruvian Soles (about $15 USD)

Headlamp

Strong plastic bags to help keep gear dry

Hand sanitizer/Baby wipes

Anti-inflammatory tablets (e.g., Ibuprofen)

Hydration Powder packets

For example, Gatorade, Liquid IV,

Go-Girl

A product that helps women use squat toilets

Whistle