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How To Pack A Backpack For Travel, Gap Year and other Adventures
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- Опубліковано 14 сер 2024
- Want to know how to pack a backpack for travel, gap year and other backpacking adventures?
Check out this video as I give you all the packing tips you need!
This video will take you through how to pack for your backpacking adventure, with 4 main sections:
0:00 Intro
1:00 What kind of backpack to take?
3:04 What clothes to bring?
6:06 Essential items to bring
9:22 How to keep your stuff safe and secure
WHICH BACKPACK
This is the backpack I use for most of my trips:
Caribee Sky Master 80
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Remember the reasons I explained in the video for getting this expensive backpack, you might be fine with a much cheaper one.
If I'm on a shorter trip that just stays in one climate and therefore I don't need as much stuff, I take this instead:
Osprey Fairpoint 40
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PACKING LIST
Remember, pack for one week then just get your clothes cleaned
7 x t-shirts
7 x underwear
2 x shorts
1 x swim shorts
1 x hoody
1 x jeans
1 x rain jacket
Flip flops
Trainers
Travel towel
Toiletries
Optional items if going to colder climates:
Fleece
Thermals
Outdoor trousers
Walking shoes
ESSENTIAL ITEMS
Packing cubes
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Ear plugs
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USB battery pack
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World plug adaptor
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Tablet (e.g. iPad)
Pen
Spare passport photos
US dollars are always handy to have a few of (forgot to mention that in the video)
Toilet roll / tissues
Padlocks (numbered lock, no key)
Torch / flashlight
First aid kit - bring bare minimum
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These are good tips for all holidays, not just backpacking. I circumnavigated the island of Ireland via the Stranraer to Larne ferry, having hitched to Scotland. Stayed in Youth Hostels, one B&B and with friends. I took an old backpack which with contents weighed maybe 10 - 15 pounds or so. Very easy. And for example you could hire a horse in Killarney, and ride on the actual racecourse if there's no-one around!
can i just say this is by far the best video for packing tips. everything is spot on. i just got back from backpacking SEA & Oz . managed to live with just a carry on. perfect tips. Respect
This is so helpful! I'm going to Canada for 10 months at the beginning of next year and as someone who knows nobody who has backpacked before or anyone who has done extensive travel, I needed something to tell me the essentials and the logical things to bring. I could read websites but I don't have enough attention span for their long ass paragraphs that ramble on and on so thank you so much for making this. You're making my life so much better😂
Thank you, that’s a very realistic and simple video with extremely useful tips. Thank you so much
Glad it was useful 😊👍
Just the video I needed to watch so I can prepare for my trip to Iceland. Cheers!
Dude ear plugs are the most important thing... I did stay in hostels and even worst huts on hiking tracks were ppl sleeping right next to you... ear plugs are an essential equipment
Id like to see you invite the Real' friends u made n do one on England? Maybe? Like a reunion...lol
@@cassiefisher9924 I mean ppl u dont know who sleep right next to u. I basicaly have no idea what ur talking about...
That wasnt intended for you dear sir...it was for Karl dude sorry musta not put it in the right comment part...i was suggesting a new video...but...yeah i feel u on them earplugs hee
LOTR's reference made me chuckle. But in all in all this was a great help. I was set on buying myself hat gloves etc. For when i go away not even thinking that i could buy them when i get there. Thanks.
What method did you use for accessing your money while away? Did you use your regular debit card, pre-paid etc.
This should be a public service announcement for all backpackers ;)
Thanks for the tips
Haha samwise bringing the pots and pans! Thanks for this video, well useful. Will be sure to re watch before going on my next adventure!
Watched so many vids like this but you still had some good new points to make
Thanks
Sir Amazing Karl ! you have eased our lives and traveling. Really all packing suggestions are so fantastic that it unload 75% of unnecessary luggage and mental burden and enable you to live your travel dream to the fullest. I especially like the fabulous chicken reference regarding my wish to drag my kitchen & chicken around!!! JUST FABULOUS! YOU ARE PRECIOUS!!!
It wouldn't be a Karl Watson video without a reference to a movie. :D
These Q&A videos are world class mate. So so helpful. Thanks a lot Karl
I actually bursted out laughing when you brought up good ol Samwise Gamgee, being the only person who's ever brought pots and pans.
Haha 😊
Great vid 👍🏼
Amazing man! This is huge. Getting ready for my 12 month Nee Zealand / Australia trip in the spring. Re watching all of your videos to try and pick up little tips and tricks. Cheers
Awesome videos Karl, you're inspiring me to pack up and head off! Thank you
Thanks for answering the question! Looking forward to the next Travel Q&A Episode.
Great tips! Just ordered the farpoint 40 and gonna look at some packing cubes tomorrow 😊
Dude, you are so cool for providing all your useful advice. Thank you for all your effort!!!
Thanks Karl! I love these Q & A videos. Looking forward to the filming tips! Cheers
Hi Karl,I also love to travel and have had my channel for a couple of years,I came across your channel while looking for videos on my next adventure,Hong Kong...I have now watched all your travel videos and have to say they are fantastic.You should be extremely proud of the videos Karl.Cant wait to se your next adventure.....John
That would be an honour!!! Hope you are well.
Great advice as always Karl!! Seriously love EVERY video of yours!!
Never tried packing cubes. Will give it a shot. Thanks for your tips!
Fantastic video!! extremely helpful, keep going the very way you are right now!!
duuude this is such a great episode. we encountered the pen issue so many times with filling out immigration things and such. and made the mistake of bringing huge jackets for Patagonia. I love the layering idea. got the exact charge battery. excellent tips. I eventually plan to release a vid showing what I brought but I'm going to suggest your video to everyone before viewing mine. expert advise. well done pal.
Going to buy some packing cubes now!! I'm backpacking through NZ for 7 weeks over the new year with Kiwi Experience (Thanks to your HK2NY series for inspiring me to go!!)
Cheers Karl!
Never used the packing cubes, they look great. Thanks for the tips buddy
your channel deserves more subscribers. like a million.
Absolutely +1 for the pen...
In my last trip to Miami i forgot it and i had to find one on the plane for the visa D:
Nice video as always Karl!!!
Nice video man! Really useful.....though i do now need to get some packing cubes before saturday when im off to Thailand 😊 keep them coming man.....mega excited about the African adventure!
Karl Watson: Travel Documentaries.... guessing you're new to them to then 😂😂
Great tips Karl!
Probably the most useful video I have seen. Wouldn't have thought to pack extra visa photos or a charger. I also thought packing cubes were just a luxury that heaps of chicks use, but I guess I'm sold now 👌🏽 thanks! X
I do not aggry on some point. If you want to take nice clothes to dress up, you definitly can ! I do it everywhere I go all around the world and I take only a small carry on backpack . A shirt can fit in a bag exactly like a tshirt. And actually if you pack well, shirt stays clean, and you can iron them at the laundry most of time (so you can bring 1 white shirt, you use it, you clean and then you can use it again, and white shirt can fit in all combination - the most dress up to the casual style - a non iron shirt is better of course). About pants, a dark blue jean do the job very well, yes it does ! For a minimum of confort a jean with a a bit of stretch (2-3% of élasthanne max) and you can do everything with (including treck). Anyway ... it's the same with every clothes.
Great video once again! cant wait till im gonna go away on a trip, currently saving up :)
I love your videos they are always spot on! I can't wait for you to uploaded the other africa videos!!
really enjoy that Karl, really great advice, am so looking forward to ur film tip video , i being a photography i also film bit of my trip n how to edit well, what look for ,cut ,tools love no thank :) get better at it
great one bro would surely help in my backpacking
So detailed!!!!!!!!
Nice tips and great vídeo; some tips i use is my trips tank you karl.
I love your vídeos
Really good informative video 👌
Thanks for answering my question! In hindsight it was probably a bit dumb of me to think places might not have laundry facilities haha
GRACIAS for great advice and making me SMILE. D:
I have not decided whether or not I like packing cubes because I find that I can use my space much more efficiently if I roll all of my clothing items. For example, I have the Ospreay Farpoint 40 backpack, and I simply roll all of my clothing in there.
It's less about saving space, more about keeping stuff organised, quicker and easier to pack and unpack
Hope Pepsi company won't sue you Karl ;) need to say, an awesome video again from the Trip master. Cheers..
Thank u for all this info 🤗❤️
Glad it’s useful 😊
AWESOME KARL !!! where have you been hiding !!! i just came across your channel .. AWESOME ..
Thank you for the advices !!!
You should make videos on how you would pack if you went on a 1month trip/6 month trip or 1 year trip.
great vid, thanks for answering my question.
Very useful tips. Thank you :)
Just one question: How do you keep your camera gear safe when filming on a beach for example and want to go into the water? Do you bring it back to the hostel first or just leave it in your bag on the beach? I'm thinking about filming my next trip and I'm worried about my camera getting stolen.
Samwise Gamgee! hee, hee, hee, hee, ha, ha, ha. pots and pans! that made me laugh out loud - good video!
Good advice especially the packing cubes thanks once again Karl
Your channel is awesome! just subscribed
pretty cool man thanks
Hope will be ok with my wheel bag it is about 9 kg full as travelling for a year and need hot and cold and some smart clothes and stuff, and light daypack. I am going on organised cheap trip part of time and cant put backpack on my back as asthmatic and dont support xtra weight on my body. Hopefully for visiting sites will be able to leave bpack on vehicle or at accommodation first. Phone battery pack and chargers essential and great life saver ... also have tiny ipod type item and kindle... never take laptop. Tip .. hide valuable in small purse under my clothes and arm lol...
I say bring some smart/casual clothes, in case you're invited to a club or restaurant or another social gathering in the evening. I know it's more clothes to carry, but it stops you from feeling woefully underdressed, and you'll blend in more wearing nicer shoes than those walking shoes that most backbackers can easily be identified by..
Great advice!!!
Great video and thanks for answering my question! For filming video, what is your procedure of filming? I mean, do you have your camera ON all the time? How do you manage storage?
Travel lists that tell you to bring your passport and a smile infuriate me! I think the best thing I brought was a plastic knife,fork and spoon set that folded into each other, was so much better than a spork! We were in a hostel with no kitchen, the restaurants were too expensive and I was the only one with a knife that could cut through the bread and cheese we all pitched in to buy.
Karl, Thanks for all the tips mate! very interested in the video filming and editing Q&A... what kind of editor do you use? how do you incorporate film clips, music, etc in your productions? any issue with copyrights, etc?
cheers, -Jeff
The movie references 😂😂
First ever non-bullshit packing video. Great work.
Samwise Gamgee!!!! Hahaha classic.
subscribed bro !!!
G'Day from down under!
Do you recommend Portable Solar Panel Charger(charging gopro and phones etc ) for long trips or mostly for hiking where you are out in the wild with no power supply?
Those Wayne's World clips lmaooooo
When the guy in the shop said packing cubes will change my life I thought 'what is he on'. But it's true! I wouldn't do without them now! #changeslives
love your vids bros your my favourite UA-camr... you passed pewdiepie on my top 5
After doing your HK2NY trip for 9 months. Would you say that is a once in a life time event or would you and James strongly consider sitting down and working for another 3 years to save the money to go again? 3 years saving to 9 months travel, was it worth it in the end? in simple terms, You would have to do nothing but work and save for 12 years to go traveling for just 3 years
Do you have any advice on what sort of travel insurance to get, especially for a long trip (6 months - 1year) where you don't know exactly where you will be heading or what sorts of activities you'll be doing?
Slightly off topic... Say you're going to the beach or a nice waterfall and you want to go in the water. Where do you put your electronics? Or do you have to leave them locked away at the hostel and not get any photos?
Do you edit as you go along on your trips? If so, how do you find the time/energy/motivation? If not, is it something that you've ever considered? What would you think of someone trying to do that, would it depend etirely on the person and on the travel pace?
Okay, thanks you!
9:30 Paradiso!!! Best hostel in NZ
Thanks for the advice! I'm going on a 3 month trip which includes India and several SEA countries, what do you do currency-wise when you go on trips with multiple countries?
Any chance you can upload the video about how to film a bit earlier? flying on December 1st for 5 months and could really use it :) lol
haha hopefully you will,
much love from Israel, have a good one!
Hi Karl, what would you recommend for a backpack that you can carry on budget airlines (ryanair particularly)? and How do you carry your backpack on budget airlines? :D
Legend.
Question for next video
What camera(s) do you use for filming and if its more than a Go Pro how the hell do you find space for it?
Karl, have you done a video covering this topic yet? I'm going travelling for a year in 2018 and would like to get a good video of the trip. I'm in no way tech-minded though, so your help would be greatly appreciated. Cheers.
Also, just to say I'm really looking forward to seeing your New Zealand trip. You've got the best travel videos on youtube, man. Keep up the good work!
When is the new Q&A coming out about filming a trip?
Which Saturday? ;) I'm leaving the 19th of April from Moskow and i'm starting my year+ travel with Trans-mongolia express
What is the weather like in Western Europe in October?
Whoop! Thanks for answering my question! We have started packing a few bits already. Shit is getting real! 🙈 X
hi Karl Watson I am planning to travel to Iceland to Chicago to new york any tips have you been to Iceland from Justin
Pan's and spices!! 😂😂😂
love it ^^ :D
I can imagine that you are getting a deluge of questions here. Sorry about that for adding to the problem. My question is about Visas. Do you need to get several visas before you leave home? Once going into Brazil from Argentina I got my visa to Brazil when I was in Uruguay. What are your views on that? The second topic is the video equipment that you carry with you. Can you talk about that?
I'm looking forward to seeing you backpacking from Armenia all the way through Georgia, Azerbaijan, Uzbekiztan, Kazakhstan, Siberia and Russia as your last destination.
can you create your own routes of travel for a year on the sta travel website?
great can i do it on the website though or just in the store?
Can't wait!! When are you going?
Wouldn't some plastic bags do the same as packing cubes?
"No one gives a s#%t." I laughed out loud.
Karl how many countries have you been to in total?
I have already ask u about how to make video while traveling alone
hope I ll get answer in q&a 4
Great video! And a wonderful no bull shit approach to packing :)
On a side note: is your liver ok? The darkness around your eyes might be caused by a liver imbalance.
Oh God now I'm imagining a 3 year old Karl looking like a toddler-MMA deadbeat! ...aaannnd now I see a real boy version of Chucky every time i close my eyes....How am I going to sleep?!
Fuck it, movie marathon it is...
where did you buy your bag
What would you pack for a working holiday?
Yep to all of them... just one more if you're extra picky when it comes to dirty cloths... bring a travel ziploc space bag with you... why a ziploc? It seals smell, no time to fold dirty cloths nicely to make them fit in your bag.Once you seal it and take the air out, it really helps with space. Easy to carry the bag to the laundry ( less mess).
bad choice of bag wheels are bad most countries have stone roads budget hotels no elevators bag is to big and you have to check it go with the max carry on 45L bag and a 28L day pack i can live out of my 45L carry on for months osprey porter is the bag dude advice is fail 28/45= 73L more then your 2 packs overall