What to Bring
Suggested Travel Items
These are suggested items, please use your own discretion on what you might need.
General Suggestions:
• Day pack (Used for daily excursions) This one folds up! Foldable Day Pack
• Phone, watch, alarm clock if needed, and appropriate chargers
Most phone providers have an international plan for purchase, otherwise use wifi at hotels.
• Credit and debit cards (call banks first). ATMS in the airport or city are best for getting local currency on arrival, after that look for bank ATMs vs. commercial ones
• Outlet adapter (I will provide everyone with one of these as a gift)
If you plan to have a lot of items to plug in, this adapter with 3 plugs and 4 USB ports is handy and you can plug it into the converter for additional outlets
• Portable phone charger- you may be using your phone a lot on long drives
Charger for multiple device types iphone portable charger no cord
• Personal entertainment (Reading materials, Kindle, cards, ear buds, etc.)
• Camera (Optional) With extra memory cards and batteries/charger
• Reusable water bottle (optional)
• US Hair dryers will not work but our hotels will have them, and if you want to bring a curling iron or straightener, it has to be dual voltage or it won’t work, even with a converter, unless it can convert to 220v. This is an example of a Dual Voltage Curling Iron Combo straightener/curling iron
Health & Safety:
• Face masks (optional)
• Hand sanitizer and/or wipes
• Pen (Please bring your own pen for filling out documents.)
• Care Kit (things like lip balm with sunscreen, sunscreen, Ibuprofen, bandaids, anti-histamines, antibacterial gel/wipes, antiseptic cream, tummy meds, prescription drugs you may be taking, motion-sickness if needed)
• Covid tests (carry in case of illness).
• Toiletries (I like these clear bags for seeing everything- and won't get wet on counters)
Luggage:
• If you can manage with a carry-on bag that will ensure there is less chance of lost luggage, but a checked size suitcase is fine and can be accommodated. I like ones that are soft sided and spinner wheels, but completely up to you!
• Day bag like a backpack or tote bag to keep with you on the bus (and plane)
• I have recently discovered packing cubes and really like them! Packing cubes
Packing List Scotland Highlands Hiking
Generally speaking, we recommend you pack as lightly as possible and make sure that you are able to carry and lift your own luggage, and walk with it for short distances. As well as your underwear, toothbrush and other items you always need to pack for travel, below are some items that you specifically need for this trip.
You need to bring your main piece of luggage as well as a small to medium backpack for day walking. One with waist strap would be most comfortable for all included walks, and I suggest a Camelbak style pack with a water bladder and room for snacks, jacket, fresh socks, lip balm, etc.
ESSENTIALS
- Day pack: for carrying essentials during hiking
- Appropriate walking clothing: A mixture covering lightweight clothing and some warm layers is recommended. Your activities will take place in the hills and mountains where weather may change quickly. Lightweight, comfortable and quick drying clothes for the activities are best.
- Warm jacket, fleece and good base layers
- Wind and waterproof jacket
- Hats (knit for cold mornings, brimmed for sunny days)
- Hiking boots or shoes with a good grip, ankle support and waterproof membrane that are comfortable to walk for an entire day
- Water bottle: you will need water during activities and it’s best to avoid buying unnecessary plastic.
- Sun protection: sunscreen, sunglasses, sunhat
- Toiletries
- Rain cover for backpack or rain poncho
RECOMMENDED
- Walking poles
- Hat with Netting to protect from smidges Hat with Netting
- Rain pants
OPTIONAL
- waterproof gloves
- Torch/flashlight/headtorch
- Ear plugs & eye mask
- A good book, a journal and music player
VALUABLES
Please try to avoid bringing unnecessary valuables. It’s also recommended to bring a copy of all important documents e.g. air tickets, passport, vaccination certificate, etc. and keep the copies separate from the originals. While not valid, a photocopy makes it very much easier to obtain replacements if necessary.
If you need some further tips for packing, you can always check out our ultimate packing list.
