Camino de Santiago Packing List for Women

Camino de Santiago Packing List for Women Hikers - Bold Spirit Travel Tours

Wondering what to purchase as you get ready to walk the Camino in Spain? Check out our gear list below to get started on this important journey.

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Gear List for the Camino

Packs and Luggage:

  • Osprey Daylite pack: From $60 (buy here - Amazon)

  • Any small day pack - about 20 liters or so

  • TravelPro MaxLite Luggage: From $144 (buy here - Amazon)

  • TravelPro Elite Luggage: From $365 (buy here - Amazon)

  • Briggs & Riley 22’ Carry-On: From $600 (buy here - Amazon)

  • Osprey Tummy Pack/ Waist Pack: From $35 (buy here - Amazon)

  • Eagle Creek Packing Cubes: From $40 (buy here - Amazon)

  • Visit REI for additional options

Ponchos and Rain Gear:

  • Outdoor Products Adult Poncho: about $20 (buy here - Amazon)

  • Anyoo Hiking Poncho: From $16 (buy here - Amazon)

  • Columbia Rain Pants: From $60 (buy here - Amazon)

  • Visit REI for additional options

Shoes:

You need both hiking shoes and “relaxation” shoes for around the hotel. No waterproof. Trail running shoes are better than boots.

  • Hoka One One Trekking Shoes: From $185 (buy here - Amazon)

  • Hoka Speedgoat Trail Running Shoes: From $180 (buy here - Amazon)

  • KEEN Zionic Hiking Shoes: From $140 (buy here - Amazon)

  • TEVA Megnya Sandals: From $50 (buy here- Amazon)

  • TEVA Olowahu Sandals: From $25 (buy here - Amazon)

  • TEVA Original Sandals: From $30 (buy here - Amazon)

  • Flip-flops for showers, pools, hotel: From $16 (buy here - Amazon)

  • Keen Shanti Slip On: From $50 (buy here - Amazon)

  • Visit REI for additional options

Socks:

Try a few styles. Some people like a thin option and others want more cushion. Test at home before hitting the trail in Spain.

  • Darn Tough Women’s Light Hiker: From $20 (buy here - Amazon)

  • Darn Tough Women’s Micro Crew: From $25 (buy here - Amazon)

  • Sockwell Compression Socks for flight: From $30 (buy here - Amazon)

Foot and Blister Care:

Choose a few of these options in case you get a blister on the trail.

  • Dr. Scholl’s Blister Cushions: From $6 (buy here - Amazon)

  • Dr. Scholl’s Moleskin: From $6 (buy here - Amazon)

  • Compeed Advanced Blister Care: From $9 (buy here - Amazon)

  • 2nd Skin Dressing: From $10 (buy here - Amazon)

  • Vaseline for between toes: From $6 (buy here - Amazon)

Clothing:

Mornings and evenings can be chilly in the spring and fall. Yoga pants work great. You will need a jacket.

  • Columbia Warm Trek Beanie: From $30 (buy here - Amazon)

  • Prana Warm Beanie: From $24 (buy here - Amazon)

  • New Balance Lightweight Gloves: From $17 (buy here - Amazon)

  • Columbia Hooded Jacket: From $78 (buy here - Amazon)

  • Mountain Hardwear StretchDown Jacket: From $200 (buy here - Amazon)

  • Arc’teryx Fleece Hoodie: From $180 (buy here - Amazon)

  • Columbia Benton Fleece: From $50 (buy here - Amazon)

  • Columbia Saturday Trail Pants: From $60 (buy here - Amazon)

  • Columbia Leslie Shorts: From $35 (buy here - Amazon)

  • Quick Dry Saucony Stopwatch Tee: From $20 (buy here - Amazon)

  • Quick Dry Undies ExOfficio: From $15 (buy here - Amazon)

  • Sports Bra Elomi Women's Sports: From $50 (buy here - Amazon)

  • Sports Bra Anita Air Control: From $50 (buy here - Amazon)

  • Visit REI, Prana, Marmot, & Nordstrom Rack for additional options

Sun Hat and Bandanas

There are lots of options. Your old baseball hat works just fine (but is your neck covered?).

  • Columbia Bora Booney: From $23 (buy here - Amazon)

  • Wallaroo Packable Hats: From $50 (buy here - Amazon)

  • Kafka Kool Ties Cooling Neck Bandana: From $15 (buy here - Amazon)

  • Visit REI or Nordstrom Rack for additional options

Toiletries:

  • Dr Bronner’s Soap for Body and Laundry: From $5 (buy here - Amazon)

  • EO Organic Hand Sanitizer Spray: From $14 (buy here - Amazon)

  • Alba Reef-Safe Sunscreen: From $10 (buy here - Amazon)

  • Avene Sunscreen: From $30 (buy here - Amazon)

  • Sea to Summit Toiletry Bag in Small: $45 (buy here - Amazon)

  • Also check Whole Foods for other options

Other Useful Products:

The kettle is for early birds who do not want to wait for breakfast to have their coffee/tea. The headlamp is for those sharing a room who may want to stay up and read. Clothes pins for hotel laundry.

  • Flents Earplugs for Sleeping: From $15 (buy here - Amazon)

  • Headphones: From $300 (buy here - Amazon)

  • Epika Universal Travel Adapter: From $20 (buy here - Amazon)

  • Black Diamond Head Lamp: From $40 (buy here - Amazon)

  • Earplugs - Your Roommate May Snore: From $15 (buy here - Amazon)

  • Foldable Travel Kettle Dual Voltage: From $33 (buy here - Amazon)

  • Smooth Move Tea for Constipation: From $6 (buy here - Amazon)

  • Clothes Pins: From $7 (buy here - Amazon)

  • Water Bottle by PROBTTL: From $20 (buy here - Amazon)

  • E-Reader - Kindle: From $100 (buy here - Amazon)

  • Chub Rub or Anti-Chafe Thigh Rescue: From $14 for Megababe (buy here - Amazon)

Other Resources:

  • Steps Out of Time by Katharine Soper: From $13 (buy here - Amazon)

  • What Psychic Told the Pilgrim by Jane Christmas: From $10 (buy here - Amazon)

  • Visit Powell’s Books for other options

Regina Winkle-Bryan