What to Pack for Your Trip to the Darien Gap
Many visitors ask what to pack for a trip to the Darien National Park.
Darien National Park – Recommended Trekking Gear & Equipment
- A properly sized backpack. (For example, mine is 65L.)
- Water bottles (3 litres is good!)
- Small bag to carry water
- A flashlight with batteries
- Sunscreen
- Bug spray
- Sanigel
- Utility Knife
- A water filter
- Light rain coat
- Zip lock bags
- Biodegradable soap
- Garbage bags
- Camp pillow
- Binoculars
- Money
What to Wear While Hiking in Darien National Park
- Quick-dry long pants
- Long sleeve shirts
- A small towel to dry sweat when hiking
- High hiking books with good traction (at least ankle high)
- Gators to prevent snake bites
- Long socks
- Sleep wear
- Bathing suit
- Hat
- Flip flops
- Shorts
- Athletic boxer-style underwear
- Toiletries
- Medications
- Personal snacks
Medical Care in Darien National Park
The Darien has a public hospital and health care centre but sometimes they might not have the specific medication you take. Please bring your prescription medications from home if you take any. We will carry basic medication for fever, headaches, etc.
Passports & Insurance for Visiting Darien National Park
Every visitor needs to have their own travel insurance from home. Please send a copy to me to have in hand in case you need to use it. Please also send me a copy of your passport because the border police will ask to check each passengers on the boat going into the Darien. It is better to have a list with me and copy of your passport in advance.