Puerto Maldonado Packing List

PUERTO MALDONADO PACKING LIST

When planning a trip to Puerto Maldonado, it's important to pack wisely to ensure a comfortable and enjoyable experience in the Amazon rainforest. With its unique climate and diverse wildlife, this destination requires specific items to make the most of your adventure. Whether you're a nature enthusiast or a first-time explorer, this packing list will help you prepare for your journey.

Miscellaneous Essentials

1.    ID and passport 
2.    Sunglasses (These are the ones Jackson has)
3.    Fanny pack (These are a necessity!)
4.    Ziplock bags
6.    Cash (we usually get it in an atm when we are there)
7.    Wallet
8.    Water Bottle  (This water bottle is a life saver)
9.    Electrolyte Powder
10.   Quick Dry Towel
11.   Headlamp
12.   Immunization Record
13.   Small Hiking Bag
14.   Cliff Bars

Airplane 

1.    Headphones 
2.    Gum 
3.    Book to read on the plane
4.    Sleep eye mask 
5.    Snacks
6.    Hand Sanitizer/Wipes
7.    Hat clip 

Toiletries 

1.    Toothbrushes 
2.    Toothpaste
3.    Floss (mini)
4.    Aquaphor / ChapStick 
5.    Sunscreen 
6.    Razor 
7.    Tweezers
8.    Hair ties & Hairbrush
9.    Deodorant 
10.  Cologne/perfume 
11.  Nail clippers
12.  Antiseptic Cream & Band-Aids 
13.   Insect Repellent (This one is by far the best)
14.   Ibuprofen
15.   Benadryl
16.   Pepto Bismol
17.   Menthol for insect bites
14.   Ibuprofen
15.   Benadryl

Electronics

Here are some of the basics for electronics, but if you want to see our entire camera set up click here!

1.    Phone
2.    Phone chargers 
3.    Portable chargers
4.    Camera  (click here to find our entire camera setup!!)
5.    Polaroid
6.    Water proof phone case

Clothes 

You need to pack light because you will only be allowed to bring one backpack if you are taking a boat to an ecolodge (which we highly recommend!!)

1.    Tops  
       a)    Tank Top 
       b)    Button Down Short Sleeve 
       c)    Rain Jacket 
       d)    Flowy Hiking Shirt (we got ours at REI)
       e)    Sun Dress
2.    Bottoms  
       a)    Hiking Pants 
       b)    Biker Shorts
       c)    Pair of Shorts 
3.    Undergarments  
       a)    Swimsuit 
       b)    Long Socks
       c)    Underwear/Bras
4.    You don’t need pjs (it’s too hot)
5.    Sunhat
6.    Bandana
7.    Hiking Shoes (on the pricier side but last forever)
8.    Sandals/Flipflops

Hope this helps plan your trip! Have Fun!!!