In the middle of August, I will be walking from France to Portugal along the Camino de Santiago. This is the list of stuff I plan to bring along with me. I will make a future post with more details about the Camino de Santiago for anyone that is interested. Short version is, the Camino is an ancient trail across Northern Spain, it is now a Catholic Pilgrimage, but the same route was used back into Pagan times, it has multiple routes starting from different locations and ending in Santiago de Compostella, after which you can continue on until the coast, or Portugal(which is my plan).
I took this photo last year, somewhere near Burgos, Spain
One thing to note, I am taking much more stuff/weight than recommended by guide books, and people. The last time I was on the Camino, I really wished I had brought more clothing. Some of the small towns do not have laundry mats, and sink-washing can be a burden if it is even possible. The way I look at it, if it gets too heavy, I can just throw some stuff away. But, carrying a heavier pack will improve my strength if I can deal with it.
Backpack (s)
Gregory Stout 45L Backpack
AONIJIE Waist Pack
Basic Jansport Daypack
Amazon Basics Money Belt
Multiple sized various dry-sacks, stuff-sacks, and compression sacks(I will not use all, may give some away on Camino).
Clothing
(Note: I am bringing more clothing than recommend by guides, it is personal choice)2 Pair Colombia Silver Ridge Cargo Pants Convertible Khaki/Grey
1 Pair Levi Jeans
1 Pair Khaki Cargo Shorts
6 Pair Merino Wool Socks
6 Pair wicking sock liners
6 Pair Moisture Wicking Boxer-Briefs
3 Moisture-Wick T-Shirt
1 Quick-Dry Polo Shirt
1 Button-Down Short-Sleeve Shirt
1 Pair New Balance Trail Runners
1 Pair Crocs
1 Pair Flip-Flops(for showers)
1 Pair Swim-trunks
1 Buff
1 Silk Scarf
Kitchen Items
1 Plastic Bowl
1 1.5 Quart Stainless Steel Saucepan
1 Titanium ForkSpoon
1 Opinel 10 Corkscrew Wine and Cheese Knife
1 Enamel Coffee Mug
1 Coffee Funnel
1 Quart Water Bottle(I will also use/reuse disposable water bottles while there).
1 Emergency 3 wick Candle
Electronics
iPhone 6 with E.U Charger
Earbuds
Headlamp
Sleeping
Light-weight warm-weather sleeping bag(for cooler nights)
Silk sleeping bag liner(for warmer nights)
Collapsible Pillow
Rubber Ear-Plugs(there are lots of people snoring most nights in the Albergues)
Sleeping Mask(Lights often come on in middle of night in the Hostels)
8x10 Tarp(just in case)
There are other items I will buy in Spain, or did not list(like toiletries, financial stuff, personal items).
And it all fits :)
I will begin in the middle of August. I plan to document my journey here on Steemit :)
Woah dude, that is awesome!
Bringing more things than recommended by guide won't that wear you down?
Yes it will. But, I feel like this is part of my journey. I can always just throw stuff away or mail it home if it gets too bad.
Good post mate. Followed and upvoted mate.
I always wanted to do El Camino... Maybe one of this days :)
Seems like you're packing nice but be careful not to over pack! You have to carry all your stuff with you all the time :)
Have a safe journey and Good luck!
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STOPBest of luck on your travels man. <3
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STOPEver since watching the Movie The
Way and the documentary Walking the
Camino 6 wasy to Santiago, it is on my bucket list,what will your budget be including flights from home and back if necessarry