How to Pack for the Camino de Santiago - My Women's Gear List

Get real advice on how to pack for the Camino de Santiago as I prepare to hike my second and third Caminos on the Portuguese Way in May 2025. This guide is made for women and keeps it simple, honest, and practical. See what actually works, what you can skip, and which essentials make the walk easier. Learn about gear, clothing, and helpful tips just for women tackling the Camino. If you're sorting out your packing list and want solid info before you leave, this is for you. Subscribe for more Camino tips and support from someone who's been there. Have any packing questions or worries? Drop them in the comments below! 🔥 Helpful links related to the video: -Osprey Tempest 33L (this is the latest version of the pack I have): https://rei.pxf.io/zxmEge -Hoka Speedgoats: https://rei.pxf.io/6yMOWV -Chaco Z/Cloud hiking sandals: https://rei.pxf.io/4Gnb5M -Darn Tough hiking socks: https://rei.pxf.io/K0d1KA -Hiking underwear: https://amzn.to/45KdHv1 -REI hiking shirts: https://rei.pxf.io/DydP0o -Patagonia hiking dress: https://rei.pxf.io/aOGqRb -Columbia fleece pullover (on sale): https://amzn.to/3JtvMET -Trekking poles: https://amzn.to/4mfASDm -REI ditty sacks: https://rei.pxf.io/VxDEya -Packing article: https://bit.ly/45yFFsB -Printable packing list: https://unanchored-passenger.kit.com/... -REI backpack sizing and fit guide: https://rei.pxf.io/vP6BnO -Best shoes for the Camino article: https://bit.ly/47pXwnU -Hoka Speedgoats for the Camino review: https://bit.ly/3Hhfa2H -Favorite albergues on the French Way: https://bit.ly/4lGgElj -Favorite albergues on the Portuguese Way: https://bit.ly/45LBHxK -All Camino articles on my website: https://bit.ly/44YozFp Shout out to  ⁨@WanderlustingLawyer⁩  for giving me the shampoo and dry bag ideas for hand washing my clothes on the Camino. Background music: 'Simplicity' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction to Packing 01:30 Finding the Right Backpack 02:58 The Three Pairs of Shoes You Need 05:39 Packing the Right Clothes + Rain Gear (Poncho or Jacket?) 12:51 Essential Items to Have (Including a Safety Alarm!) 16:52 First Aid, Toiletries, Electronics, Dealing with Bed Bugs, & Misc. 24:08 Trekking Poles 25:19 Packing it All Up 25:36 Some Additional Items (Water Bottle vs. Bladder?) 28:03 Weighing my Pack 30:00 Organizing Your Pack ----------------------------- ➡️ Join my free Camino group for women:   / caminodesantiagosolowomen   ⭐️ Walk your Camino with confidence with my Camino training guide and plans: https://unanchoredpassenger.com/your-... 🩵 If you liked this video, click subscribe and stay tuned for more videos from my solo travels and hikes on the Camino de Santiago, New Zealand, and more! ----------------------------- 👀 Watch Next: Camino de Santiago Backpack: Osprey Tempest 30 Review (+ 33 Info):    • Camino de Santiago Backpack: Osprey Tempes...   ----------------------------- 👍 Please like and subscribe:    / @unanchoredpassenger   🥾 Get my FREE Camino packing list for women here: https://unanchored-passenger.kit.com/... 👯‍♀️ Join my women's Camino Facebook group here:   / caminodesantiagosolowomen   💻 Read more about the Camino on my website: https://bit.ly/44YozFp ⬇️ Follow me elsewhere ⬇️ Instagram:   / unanchoredpassenger   Tik Tok:   / unanchoredpassenger   Facebook:   / unanchoredpassenger   Pinterest:   / unanchoredpassenger   Threads: https://www.threads.com/@unanchoredpa... ----------------------------- NOTE: This video may contain affiliate links. The Unanchored Passenger is a member of the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program. If you make a purchase using one of these links, I may receive compensation at no extra cost to you. Please read my full disclaimer for more information: https://bit.ly/45C9GYz