What to Bring for the Inca Trail

A backpack with a change of clothes for the whole period of the trek
Rain gear (jacket and pants if available) or rain poncho (plastic ponchos can be purchased in Cusco)
Strong footwear, waterproof trekking boots recommended
Warm clothes, including jacket, fleeces. Thermal clothing is also recommended, especially for sleeping
Sleeping bag (it can be hired at our agency for US$ 5.00 / day)
Mattress: will be provided by the agency but is to be carried by you
Flashlight and batteries
Camera, films and batteries (batteries consume more quickly under cold conditions)
Hat or cap to protect you from the sun, rain and cold
Sun block
After-sun cream or hydrating cream for face and body
Insect repellent – minimum recommended 20% DEET – no malaria risk has been reported
Handkerchiefs
Toilet paper
Snacks: biscuits, energy bars, chocolate, raw fruits, muesli, etc. Please beware that we do provide a daily morning snack and our meal service is very complete and well supplied. This recommendation applies for all clients being used to a specific snack, as it may happen that it is not included in our selection.
Non-disposable canteen (Nalgene type) and water for the first morning. Optionally: water sterilizing tablets in case you pick up water from streams or rivers along the route. Otherwise, we provide filtered boiled water, which is safe to drink and has not reported any health problem so far.
Small towel
Swimsuit (if you intend to go to the hot springs in Aguas Calientes)
Cash in soles and/or US$ (no ATM machines in Aguas Calientes)
Original passport
Optional: walking sticks or poles (rubber covers required in order not to damage the Inca Trail)

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