{"id":25596,"date":"2018-03-02T08:30:00","date_gmt":"2018-03-01T21:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures?p=25596&#038;preview=true&#038;preview_id=25596"},"modified":"2024-10-16T15:48:03","modified_gmt":"2024-10-16T04:48:03","slug":"inca-trail-packing-list","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/inca-trail-packing-list\/","title":{"rendered":"Machu Picchu packing list: your ultimate guide"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><em>Editor&#8217;s note: This article was originally published in March 2018 and updated in September 2022<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>So, you\u2019re doing it. After months or years of gazing at photos of <a data-wpil=\"url\" href=\"\/peru\/machu-picchu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Machu Picchu<\/a>, brushing up on your conversational Spanish and practising your best \u2018selfie with llama\u2019 face, you\u2019ve finally booked a spot on a trek to Machu Picchu, via the famous Inca Trail, or the lesser-known (but equally beautiful) Inca Quarry Trail. Well done you.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>While you\u2019ve got <em>many<\/em> important things to consider, like getting a hiking permit (for the Inca Trail), booking your flights, and training for a high-altitude trek, the most integral element is often left until the eleventh hour: what to pack.<\/p>\n<p>Avoid the last-minute panic \u2013 here\u2019s your ultimate packing guide for a comfortable trek to Machu Picchu:<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_25718\" style=\"width: 810px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-25718\" class=\"wp-image-25718 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Intrepid-Travel-Peru_Inca_trail_machu_picchu_trek_028.jpg\" alt=\"Two women on Peru's Inca Trail\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Intrepid-Travel-Peru_Inca_trail_machu_picchu_trek_028.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Intrepid-Travel-Peru_Inca_trail_machu_picchu_trek_028-425x239.jpg 425w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Intrepid-Travel-Peru_Inca_trail_machu_picchu_trek_028-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Intrepid-Travel-Peru_Inca_trail_machu_picchu_trek_028-585x329.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-25718\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Trekking poles are not essential, but very (very) handy!<\/p><\/div>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a data-wpil=\"url\" href=\"\/peru\/machu-picchu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>CHALLENGE YOURSELF ON A TREK TO MACHU PICCHU WITH INTREPID<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<h2>First up: your bag<\/h2>\n<p>When you arrive at the pre-trek briefing with your group, you\u2019ll be given a small duffel bag for your clothes, toiletries and sleeping bag. Your packed duffel bag has a five-kilogram maximum weight limit, so pack only what you need.<\/p>\n<p>Your main luggage will stay at your hotel in Cusco, and you won\u2019t have access to it until the end of the trek.<\/p>\n<p>For the trek, you\u2019ll need a small backpack, large enough to hold things you\u2019ll need during the day \u2013 a light rain jacket, water bottle, high-energy snacks (chocolate, nuts, etc.), sunscreen, your phone\/camera, and a hat.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>RELATED: <\/strong><a href=\"\/adventures\/7-things-no-one-tells-you-about-the-inca-trail\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>7 THINGS NO ONE TELLS YOU ABOUT THE INCA TRAIL<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_25723\" style=\"width: 810px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-25723\" class=\"wp-image-25723 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Intrepid-Travel-Peru_Inca_trail_machu_picchu_trek_056.jpg\" alt=\"Female traveller on Dead Woman's Pass\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Intrepid-Travel-Peru_Inca_trail_machu_picchu_trek_056.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Intrepid-Travel-Peru_Inca_trail_machu_picchu_trek_056-425x239.jpg 425w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Intrepid-Travel-Peru_Inca_trail_machu_picchu_trek_056-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Intrepid-Travel-Peru_Inca_trail_machu_picchu_trek_056-585x329.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-25723\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Rugged up on Dead Woman&#8217;s Pass<\/p><\/div>\n<h2>Next, the essentials<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Passport<\/strong><br \/>\nYou MUST take your passport (the original, not a photocopy). Keep it in a ziplock bag, in case it rains.<\/li>\n<li><strong>A sleeping bag<\/strong><br \/>\nA four-season (-10) bag is suggested during winter, otherwise a three-season (-5) bag should be fine, depending on how much you feel the cold. You have the option of hiring a sleeping bag \u2013 just let your leader know at the pre-trek briefing. Hiring a bag will set you back around USD25.<\/li>\n<li><strong>A water bottle<\/strong><br \/>\nYou need to carry at least two litres with you each day. We suggest buying two x one-litre bottles (or a hydration bladder) that you can refill each day on the trek (cooled boiled water will be supplied daily).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Waterproof, worn-in hiking boots<\/strong><br \/>\nThis is important. PLEASE PACK COMFORTABLE, WORN-IN, WATERPROOF HIKING BOOTS!! Your boots should be lightweight, and have good ankle support and grip. There are a LOT of rocks and steps along the trail, and you don\u2019t want to be slipping and sliding your way to Machu Picchu. Also, ill-fitting shoes can result in lost toenails. Just saying.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Day clothes<br \/>\n<\/strong>No matter the temperature, trekking definitely warms you up. It\u2019s good to pack layers; clothes that you can easily take off and put on.<br \/>\n&#8211; Two pairs of long walking trousers (zip-offs are handy, but not a necessity) or exercise tights<br \/>\n&#8211; Two t-shirts<br \/>\n&#8211; Two long-sleeved t-shirts<br \/>\n&#8211; A lightweight rain-jacket or waterproof poncho<br \/>\n&#8211; Five pairs of thick socks<br \/>\n&#8211; Underwear<\/p>\n<p><div id=\"attachment_25721\" style=\"width: 810px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-25721\" class=\"wp-image-25721 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Intrepid-Travel-Peru_Inca_trail_machu_picchu_trek_camp_037.jpg\" alt=\"A row of tents on the Inca Trail\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Intrepid-Travel-Peru_Inca_trail_machu_picchu_trek_camp_037.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Intrepid-Travel-Peru_Inca_trail_machu_picchu_trek_camp_037-425x239.jpg 425w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Intrepid-Travel-Peru_Inca_trail_machu_picchu_trek_camp_037-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Intrepid-Travel-Peru_Inca_trail_machu_picchu_trek_camp_037-585x329.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-25721\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Your comfortable accommodation<\/p><\/div><\/li>\n<li><strong>Night clothes<br \/>\n<\/strong>Keep these packed in your duffel bag, so there\u2019s no chance of them getting wet during the day.<br \/>\n&#8211; One fleece jumper\/sweater<br \/>\n&#8211; A pair of long pants<br \/>\n&#8211; Woollen hat and gloves<br \/>\n&#8211; Thermal underwear<br \/>\n&#8211; Flip flops\/thongs (to wear around camp in the evening and give your feet a break from boots)<\/li>\n<li><strong>\u00a0TOILET PAPER!!!<\/strong><br \/>\nThis is just as important as good shoes. One or two rolls should be enough. You should also pack some plastic bags, so you can bag up your paper and rubbish along the way (the porters carry rubbish in large bags). Many trekkers leave their paper on the trail after they relieve themselves, which is <em>very<\/em> uncool.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Basic personal toiletries<\/strong><br \/>\nPrepare to embrace your grimy side \u2013 you won\u2019t have access to a shower on the Inca Trail until day three, and the facilities aren\u2019t particularly glamourous (you\u2019re unlikely to have any hot water, either). We suggest packing a small towel, deodorant, and a packet of wet wipes \u2013 very handy in lieu of a shower.<\/li>\n<li><strong>A basic first aid kit<br \/>\n<\/strong>Think bandaids, Imodium, Panadol, rehydration sachets, antiseptic hand gel, insect repellent, and any personal medication you may need along the way. Your leader will have a first aid kit, but it\u2019s good to include a few personal items (just in case).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Sunscreen, sunglasses and sunhat<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>A standard torch\/flashlight<\/strong> (a head torch is even better)<br \/>\nWhy? Because when you crawl out of your tent to use the bathroom in the middle of the night, you want to be able to see where you\u2019re going. A head torch negates the need to awkwardly balance your torch on the ground. Also, spare batteries.<\/li>\n<li><strong>A small amount of cash<\/strong> (USD40-55 in small denominations) to tip your guides and porters<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>RELATED: <\/strong><a data-wpil=\"url\" href=\"\/adventures\/inca-trail-permit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>6 REASONS TO TAKE THE INCA QUARRY TRAIL TO MACHU PICCHU<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_25719\" style=\"width: 810px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-25719\" class=\"wp-image-25719 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Intrepid-Travel-Peru_Inca_trail_machu_picchu_trek_038.jpg\" alt=\"A group of travellers on the Inca Trail\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Intrepid-Travel-Peru_Inca_trail_machu_picchu_trek_038.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Intrepid-Travel-Peru_Inca_trail_machu_picchu_trek_038-425x239.jpg 425w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Intrepid-Travel-Peru_Inca_trail_machu_picchu_trek_038-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Intrepid-Travel-Peru_Inca_trail_machu_picchu_trek_038-585x329.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-25719\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Cheers!<\/p><\/div>\n<h2>The nice-to-haves<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Trekking poles<\/strong><br \/>\nThese aren\u2019t essential, but many trekkers find them incredibly useful. You can lean on them on the up walks, and they give you extra stability on the downs. You can hire these locally for around USD8 per pole.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Snacks<\/strong><br \/>\nSnacks are provided along the way, but it\u2019s nice to have a few extras in your daypack for when you need a little energy boost. Chocolate, chips, dried fruit and nuts, energy bars \u2013 whatever\u2019s going to get you up and going.<\/li>\n<li><strong>A pillow<\/strong><br \/>\nPillows aren\u2019t provided on the trek, so it\u2019s up to you if you want to bring one. Remember, a pillow will need to be small enough to fit into your duffel bag.<\/li>\n<li><strong>A silk sleeping bag liner<\/strong><br \/>\nYou really only need this if you plan on renting a sleeping bag, however it does add a little extra snuggle on a cold night.<\/li>\n<li><strong>A couple of ziplock or plastic bags<\/strong><br \/>\nTo keep things dry in your daypack, and for your rubbish.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Ear plugs<\/strong><br \/>\nJust in case you have a snoring tent mate.<\/li>\n<li><strong>A Spanish phrasebook<\/strong><br \/>\nIf you\u2019ve got room in your ever-expanding backpack, and are interested in practising your Spanish language skills, a small phrasebook can be handy. Intrepid guides on the trail speak English and Spanish (most of the porters speak Quechuan).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Inspired? Book a spot on our <a data-wpil=\"url\" href=\"\/peru\/machu-picchu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Classic Inca Trail<\/a> or <a data-wpil=\"url\" href=\"\/peru\/machu-picchu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Inca Quarry Trail to Machu Picchu.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><em>All images by Patrick O&#8217;Neill<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>There are many important things to consider when hiking to Machu Picchu, like getting a hiking permit, booking flights, and training for a high-altitude trek. 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