Packing list for your canyoning camp
Your packing list for days full of water, rock and real camp moments. Less searching. More canyon.
01 · Equipment
What Daniel provides
Wetsuit, canyoning shoes and neoprene socks are provided. Rucksacks and dry barrels are included depending on the camp.
- Madeira, Mallorca and Oman – the equipment arrives by post in advance
- Friuli and Ticino – Daniel brings the equipment to the camp
- Try on the wetsuit – check the fit in good time
- Try on the shoes with neoprene socks – report any size problems straight away
- Pack all the equipment – allow for the extra luggage weight
02 · In the canyon
Your personal tour kit
- swimwear – worn under the wetsuit
- Technical shirt – quick-drying and cotton-free
- Sports shorts – for the approach and walk out
- Light long technical trousers – protects you in dense terrain
- A full change of clothes – including dry socks
- Towel or changing poncho – ideally quick-drying
- Bag for wet clothes – waterproof and sturdy
- DIY/work gloves – optional for sensitive hands
- Water-suitable earplugs – optional for sensitive ears
- Hair ties – if you have long hair
- Contact lenses and spares – pack the spares waterproof
- Glasses strap – if you wear glasses
- Refillable water bottle – for tours and trips
- Small snack – optional, for before or after the tour
03 · Health
What needs to be close at hand
- Personal medication – enough, plus a reserve
- Asthma inhaler – take it into the canyon in a waterproof bag
- Emergency medication – tell the guide before the tour
- Doctor's certificate – for special medication
- Sun cream – choose a high SPF
- Lip balm with UV protection – for sun and wind
- Insect repellent – depending on the destination
- Blister plasters – for approaches and hikes
- Personal snacks – if you have intolerances or special needs
04 · Camp life
Clothes for afterwards
- T-shirts and technical shirts – to suit the length of the trip
- Shorts and long trousers – for warm and cool days
- Jumper or fleece – almost always useful in the evenings
- Light rain jacket – ideally windproof too
- Underwear and socks – to suit the length of the trip
- Casual clothes and nightwear – for the accommodation and evenings
- Second set of swimwear – handy for several days in the water
- Cap and sunglasses – for sun and rest days
- Casual shoes and flip-flops – for the accommodation and everyday
- Light hat – optional, for cool evenings
- Earplugs for sleeping – optional, if you're sensitive to noise
05 · Ideas for rest days
More than gorges
Everything in this section is optional: just ideas for spontaneous activities on free days.
- Walking boots – with good grip
- Daypack – for trips and hikes
- Walking poles – for steep hikes
- Via ferrata kit – for possible via ferrata routes
- Head torch – for tunnels and activities
- Snorkelling mask – for the sea and pool
06 · Tech
Water shows no mercy
Your phone usually stays outside. If you bring tech along, expect it to go fully under water.
- Waterproof phone case – only if you take it into the canyon
- Short safety leash – agree how to attach it with the guide
- Action cam with dive housing – optional
- Secure action cam mount – must not restrict your movement
- Power bank – for longer trips
- Plug adapter – depending on the country
07 · Documents
Important before you leave
- ID card or passport – check it's valid
- Driving licence – for all intended drivers
- Credit card – for the main hirer of the rental car
- Health insurance card – for European destinations
- Travel insurance – make sure canyoning and rescue costs are covered
- Travel documents – flight, accommodation and hire car
- Cash and means of payment – to suit the country
- Baggage allowance – include the canyoning equipment
08 · Hire car
Enough room for adventure
- Driving licences – for all intended drivers
- Main hirer's credit card – for the deposit
- Big enough vehicle – plan for people, luggage and equipment
- Suitable ground clearance – depends on the camp, especially on Madeira
09 · Together
One crew. One mission.
10 · Group kitty
Share fairly, stay relaxed
Shared expenses are split fairly within the group.
- Splid or Splitwise – for settling up together
- Shared group kitty – a possible alternative to the app
- Agree how to settle up – in the intro call or on the first day
11 · By destination
Five camps. Endless stories.
Mallorca
- Long technical trousers – protection from sharp-edged grasses
- Warm clothes – for cool spring evenings
Madeira
- Warm clothes – for higher altitudes
- Head torch – for levada tunnels
- Suitable hire car – mind the luggage space and ground clearance
Ticino
- Swiss roaming – check it and book an eSIM if needed
- Warm clothes – especially in September
- Alcohol allowances – observe Swiss customs rules
Friuli
- Warm clothes – for evenings and higher altitudes
- Hiking kit – depending on the rest day
Oman
- Passport – check the entry requirements
- eSIM or international plan – sort it out before you travel
- Sun and heat protection – allow for high temperatures
- Medication rules – check import rules in advance
Ready when the canyon calls?
Check. Pack. Go.
Check the weather, pick ideas for rest days, check your kit and weigh your luggage including wetsuit, shoes and socks.