The Kayak Trip
CHECKLIST
CLOTHING
Hiking shoes
Water shoes / sandals
Swimwear
Sunglasses (min. category 3)
Gloves for kayaking
A water- and windproof jacket (min waterproof rating of approximately 15,000 mm)
A fleece sweater for the evening
Waterproof pants
Comfortable zip-off hiking pants (quick-drying)
Hiking socks (tip: merino wool) and underwear
Thermal underwear
T-shirts (long or short sleeves)
Warm sweater or light vest (no cotton)
Hat or cap for the sun
LITTLE EXTRAS
Foam seat pad
Glucose tablets (e.g., Dextro Energy) and electrolytes for water (optional, but recommended)
Healthy snacks for the road, such as granola bars, dried fruit, nuts (rich in proteins and carbohydrates)
Lighters or matches
CAMPING GEAR
Camping Equipment*
Compact 3-season tent
Warm sleeping bag (comfort temperature 0°C or less)
Inflatable sleeping pad (minimum insulation value of 3)
Cooking equipment + food*
Cutlery (knife, fork, spoon)*
Reusable mug & thermos
Camelbak/refillable bottle > 3 liters
Comfortable backpack with rain cover for hiking
Multiple small dry bags (10-30L)
Power bank
Headlamp or flashlight
You only need to bring this if you didn't choose this option during booking.
Large shopping bag (e.g., Ikea bag)
TOILETRIES
Small toiletry bag
Lip balm
Microfiber towel
Biodegradable sunscreen + aftersun
Medication
Insect repellent
Biodegradable soap
Toilet paper
First aid kit
Toothbrush and biodegradable toothpaste
WHAT YOU GET
MATERIAL
Kayak + paddle
Life jacket
Interactive app
Route description along the highlights
Kayaking instruction all week from experienced guide(s)
7 camping nights stays in the middle of the Norwegian fjords
OPTIONAL (+ €79 per person) CAMPING EQUIPMENT
Compact 3-season tent
Sleeping bag
Liner
Sleeping mat
OPTIONAL
AdventureFoodPack
ShuttleBus
ReturnFlightincl.Shuttle
CheckedBaggage
WaterproofKayakAnorak
Cooking set with Gas
You didn’t rent camping gear yet, but you changed your mind? Send an email to info@thekayaktrip.com to add it to your booking (depending on availability).
Hanna's tip:
You probably won't need all of these items during a perfect week, but make sure you're well-prepared for rainy and possibly cooler days!
HOW TO PACK A KAYAK
Food for the week
shoes
Extra water + cooking set + lunch
Water
Extra clothes for the day + Rain jacket
Sponge
phone
Wallet
sleeping bag + pad + pillow
Clothing
Sunscreen
Snacks
Ehbo set
backpack
tent
TEST YOUR MATERIALS AND SKILLS.
DISCOVER OUR MICRO-ADVENTURES
Would you like a sneak peek? Experience a twoday independent micro-adventure with The Packraft Trail or The Canoe Trip Friesland and immerse yourself completely in nature
You'll alternate between hiking and paddling, with a night spent at the basecamp. Follow the route at your own pace using a map or through your smartphone app In the evening, enjoy a campfire and sleep in your tent under the stars, completely disconnected from the outside world and far from any Wi-Fi signals
Enjoy this digital detox in the most beautiful wilderness near you
YOUR LUGGAGE TO NORWAY
The loading space of your kayak is divided into several small compartments This means you cannot take your backpack with you in its entirety during your trip You can safely store it at the basecamp To ensure that all your gear can come along and stays dry, it's best to provide compact, high-quality, and waterproof items
Additionally, you should also provide smaller duffel bags and dry bags of up to 30 liters for storing items that cannot withstand water These smaller bags can be easily distributed across the kayak
