Travel Backpacking Packing Tips

Many people backpack close to home. They choose areas where they do not need to travel very far because they do not want the hassle of trying to travel with all their gear. Besides that, being away from home means if you forgot something then you have to buy new or go without. Traveling for a backpacking trip, though, can be exciting. You will get to see new places and go through terrain you may not be exposed to at home. All you need to do to ensure that your trip is successful is to plan and be prepared.

Backpacking travel trips allow you to see a country at a fraction of the cost. Since you will be camping instead of staying in hotels you will be able to travel on a nice budget. You have to pack light, but make sure you pack everything you need. This can be complicated, but is necessary. The following list explains what to pack and what not to pack.
Do:
- Pack lightweight clothing that will dry quickly. Pack sparingly. You will need only about 3 outfits no matter how long you are staying. You can wash them and dry them at night.
- Fleece jacket.
- Boots, sandals and tennis shoes.
- Sleeping bag that is waterproof.
- Some type of head covering. Depending on where you travel this may simply be a ball cap, but if you are female and going to the Middle East you will need a proper head garment.
- Water bottles and water purification method.
- First aid kit.
- One or two towels.
- Clothesline.
- Place setting with a bowl, fork and spoon. This should be plastic.

Don’t:
- Guide books. Try to copy any information you need. Single pages weigh much less than a whole book.
- Valuables. These will make you more prone to thieves.

Always keep in mind any airline policies as they tend to be rather strict these days. You can always buy something once you reach your destination if you can not take it on the plane. The whole point is to pack light because you have to carry it all around with you.