Rucksack content
Everything you need for a camping trip is on this list.
On hut to hut or basecamp tours, you will need less.
When booking a trip, NatuurGeweldig provides the fitting list.
Simple first-aid resources
Backpack (minimum of 55 litres with padded hip- and shoulder straps
Rain cover for backpack
Hiking shoes (minimum type B) with spare laces
Fleece sweater or vest
Walking pants
Thermal underwear (shirt and long pants)
Sleeping bag (until 4 degrees C / 39 Fahrenheit and max. 1500 kilogram / 3,3 lb)
Insulating lightweight sleeping mat
Lightweight hat, scarf, and gloves
Rain jacket and -trousers
Cap (against the sun)
Sunglasses
Suncream
Whistle
Headlamp (for example Petzl)
Pocketknife
Camping cup to eat and drink from
Lightweight fork and spoon
Drinking bag with a minimum of 1 litre (Camelbak, MSR)
Biodegradable toiletries, toilet paper inclusive
Lightweight towel
Earplugs
VALID passport
Cash
Trekking poles
Advised:
Lightweight shoes to wear when we have set up camp (Teva, Keen)
Sleeping bag liner (obligatory when hiring a sleeping bag)
Tip: when you do not have everything, ask your friends and family.