The Camino de Santiago is a life-changing experience for most, we know many people that were planning this pilgrimage for years, preparing, reading, training. To make sure you enjoy it, take the right gear, don’t overload your backpack, have comfortable shoes that you can walk in for days, etc. We learned this during our own painful experience. We’ve completed several different Caminos de Santiago routes. We’re planning to continue our Camino saga in the nearest future.
Camino Packing List Checklist
Fill in the packing list checklist below according to your needs. Or you can download ir, print it and hang it up on a wall to see.
In-Depth Camino Packing List
Documents
Passport or an ID
Must have.
Camino Passport
Can get at the start of Camino.
Credit Card or Money
Realy useful to have.
Gear
Backpack
Best Backpacks for Women
Best Backpacks for Men
Hiking Shoes
Best Shoes for Women
Best Shoes for Men
Sleeping Bag
Quick-Dry Towel
Water Bottle
Sleeping Bag Liner
Electronics
Whatever electronics you decide to take with you, check out electriccharge.me for more useful electric devices.
Phone
Get your phone.
Charger
Get your phone’s charger.
Power Adapter
Power Bank
Camera
GoPro
EBook Reader
Sim Card
Make sure you have one that will work for you in Spain or get one there.
Headphones
Clothing
Hat
Shirt
Any shirt will literally do. Pick up a few and throw them in your backpack.
Pants
You will need pants, unless you are planning to do the Camino in summer, then opt for shorts.
Jacket
Poncho
Buff
Underwear
You can literally pick any underwear and you’ll be fine.
Socks
We have compiled a review of the best socks for Camino de Santiago.
Sock Liners
Consider using socks liners.
Sunglasses
Sunglasses are essential for Camino, because the Spanish sun can be very harsh. Consider bringing a good pair of hiking sunglasses.
First Aid Kit & Medicine
First Aid Kit
Bandages
Alcohol Pads
Get some alcohol pads.
Loperamide
Get some anti-diarrhea drugs.
Anti-Inflammatory Medicine
Get some Ibuprofen.
Toiletries
Deodorant
See deodorant options.
Lip Balm
Definitely have lip balm.
Body Wash
Soap
Shampoo
Get travel shampoo.
Toiletry Bag
Any bag will do.
Tooth Paste
Get travel tooth paste.
Tooth Brush
Get your or a travel tooth brush.
Travel Manicure Set
Mosquito Repellent
Hand Sanitizer
Get hand sanitizer.
Humid Tissues
Get humid tissues.
Sunscreen
Get sunscreen.
Hand/Body Cream
Get hand cream.
Razor
Get a razor.
Hairbrush
Take your hairbrush.
Extra Items
Swiss Knife
Ear Plugs
Eye Mask for Sleeping
Small Padlock
Get a small travel padlock.
Clothesline
Really not necessary but you can get a travel clothesline.
Pegs
Not necessary but take a few pegs.
Insoles
Get insoles if you need.
Sewing Kit
Passport & Money Hide
You can get one passport & money hider.
Trekking Poles
Bed Bug Spray
Some people get that.
Guide Book & Maps
Check out our guide for the best guide books for Camino, but if you are in a hurry and going to walk Camino Frances we recommend to opt for A Pilgrim’s Guide to the Camino de Santiago by John Brierley
Book about Camino
You can add a book about Camino for your inspiration. We have compiled a list of the best Camino books as well.
For Off-Season
Thermal Pants
Get men’s thermal pants or women’s thermal pants.
Thermal Shirt
Get men’s thermal shirt or women’s thermal shirt.
Beanie
Get a warm beanie.
Scarf
Leg Gaiters
Consider getting leg gaiters.
Gloves
Don’t forget gloves.
Warm Socks
Get some thick socks.