Jul 6, 2011 | root_ks8kzico

Machu Picchu Packing List

There's only 2 1/2 weeks until the big day, here's a recommendation for what to bring when you travel to Peru.

Medium to heavy weight cotton pants
Lightweight pants for mosquito protection
Lightweight long-sleeved shirt
1 windbreaker, rain-jacket
Medium to heavy weight jacket
Hat
Bathing suit
Socks: bring extra pairs
Hiking shoes
Sandals or casual shoes for town or around your lodge
Binoculars
Flashlight
A pocket calculator to assist with currency exchange
A small backpack for day walks.
An overnight bag for journeys to Machu Picchu, Amazon, Manu, etc.
Photocopies of all documentation/passport/tickets
Prescription drugs and a copy of the prescription
Sunscreen
Insect repellent
Camera
Camera batteries
Ziplocs

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