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Men’s Clothing and Women’s Clothing

It is best to pack in a soft duffel, not suitcases, plus a small bag or pack for keeping sunscreen, camera, rain suit, etc. together in the shuttle vehicle during the day.


• 2 pair shorts
  See all women’s shorts. See all men’s shorts.


• 1 pair long pants
  Zip-off, convertible pants work very well, and save space by doubling one pair of shorts and pants. See recommended women’s convertible pants. See men’s convertible pants.
• 2 T-shirts
  See all women’s shirts, tops and tankinis. See all men’s shirts.
• Long-sleeved button down shirts
  For sun and insect protection. See recommended women’s shirt. See recommended men’s shirt.
• Socks & Underwear
  See women's underwear & socks. See men’s underwear & socks.
• Lightweight Thermal Underwear
  Top and bottom for very cold conditions. See women's underwear & socks. See men’s underwear & socks.
• Sweat Pants and top
• Warm jacket
  For nights and mornings or to wear under rain gear in cooler weather. See women’s fleece jackets. See men’s fleece jackets.
• Warm Gloves
• Decent Rain Suit
  A must for protection against cold and rainy conditions
  See recommended women’s rain gear. See men’s raingear.
• Hiking shoes
  Or comfortable hiking boots (broken in)
• Hats
  Wool for warmth, and baseball or protective hat for sun
  See women’s sun hats. See men’s sun hats.

Personal Travel Accessories

• Towel and washcloth
• Soap, shampoo, conditioner
• Plenty of sunscreen, lip balm and lotion
• Disposable moist towelettes
• Toothbrush & toothpaste
• Brush or comb
• Small flashlight
• Insect repellant
• Sunglasses
• Camera and plenty of film

Optional

• Small pillow
• Shaving Kit
• Feminine hygiene products
• Padded bicycling shorts and gloves
• Gratuity (around $20 per day is suggested)
• Alcoholic beverages in cans, not bottles, if possible. We have iced coolers available on the trip.

We Supply

• Bicycles, helmets
• Coffee mugs
• Sleeping bags, cots & tents

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