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People told us to bring duct tape for blisters. Never used it. Flashlight. Never walked at night. Clothing. Over packed. About 2 weeks in I packed a box with my friend that weighed 10 lbs and we shipped it via Corrio to Santiago. I can’t remember everything in it but our packs got considerably...
Ok I must reply and tell you my story. After one week of walking with heavy packs, my friend and I sat on the bed and pulled out all sorts of stuff we didn't need. Totally 8 lbs. We boxed it up and shipped it thru Correos to Santiago and they will hold it for you there until you arrive and pick...
I went mid May 2015. You will not need a sleeping bag. Take your silk liner. Almost all albergues have blankets if needed.
Don't think your sleeping dress will work. I took a very light weight pajamas black in...color, tshirt top that I could wear out with under a sweater. Climbing in and out...
Hi Cristina,
I walked in May 2015 and believe me when I tell you, you do NOT need a sleeping bag. I was torn just like you and I am so glad I chose not to carry a sleeping bag. There was never a night that I needed it. In the colder areas in May all the Albergues have blankets on the beds. Then...
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