If you’re hiking the 5-day W Trek in Patagonia and you’re staring at your floor like, “how is all of this supposed to fit in one backpack?” — I got you. In this video I walk you through exactly what I packed for Patagonia, why I packed it, and the few things I wish I had packed more of. I break it down by the big essentials first (hiking boots, backpack, water bottle), then get into the clothing system that actually makes sense for Patagonia weather: layers, quick-dry pieces, and warm accessories that don’t take up a ton of space. I also share the smaller items that made a huge difference on trail, like hiking sandals for camp, glove liners, a quick-dry towel, a sleeping bag liner, rain protection, and a headlamp. Plus, I go over electrolytes, electronics, a simple first aid kit, and my bathroom/toiletry setup so you’re not overpacking but you’re still comfortable. If you want the full checklist, I have a packing list on my website and I linked everything I used so you can shop it easily.