Highlander Velebit equipment list: What is in my backpack?

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Our equipment list for the Velebit highlands contains everything you need for a five-day hike through the highest mountains of Croatia

I recently completed the Highlander Velebit, a 104 km long 5-day hike through the Northern Velebit and Paklenica National Parks in Croatia. The Velebit is a hiking organized by Highlander Adventure Collection and therefore requires a slightly different mix of equipment than what I would pack for an independent hike.

To help future trekkers find the right balance, I have put together my usual equipment list after the trip, in which I pack everything I packed up. Where possible, I added links to the equipment that I took with me as a reference.

equipment list for Highlander Velebit

Since the hike only takes five days with four camping nights, I encourage Trekker to go as easily as possible. I kept my backpack below 15 kg, which contained two liters of water and my entire photo equipment.

If you hike in pairs or in a group, you can travel more easily by sharing the equipment. Since the meals are distributed on the go, they also do not have to take provisions with them throughout the path.

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Camping equipment

  • tent or shelter
  • sleeping pad
  • sleeping bag
  • inflatable pillow

alt = "in my tent"> Atlas & Boots in my tent by Jack Wolfskin

on the trail

  • backpack (30-45lt)-Read our guide to choose a backpack
  • Wanderstock
  • water system (take at least 2 liters of water with you)
  • cards (included)
  • compass
  • navigation system (smartphone or GPS)
  • first aid box
  • sunscreen
  • insect preservative
  • cultural bag - only biodegradable toilet items

clothing

I hiked in September when the climate in Croatia was still hot and dry. I used neither my waterproof equipment nor my warm clothes. Only in the late evening I put on my light down jacket and it was usually open.

However, the mountain weather at the best times is moody, so I would never advise against packing these objects. A typical example is the first Highlander Velebit 2017 when it was raining during the entire five days of the hike.

alt = "Peter on the highlands velebit with his backpack"> predrag vuckovic I kept my backpack below 15 kg, but trekker can be easier

  • hiking shoes (beforehand)
  • flip-flops or sandals for the camp
  • sports or intermediate socks x 2
  • hiking socks x 2
  • Discipable hiking pants x 2
  • base or midlayer top x 2
  • light down jacket or fleece
  • waterproof jacket/shell - Read our guide to choose a waterproof jacket
  • waterproof trousers
  • hat or sun hat
  • neck buff
  • sunglasses
  • warm hat or hat
  • light or moderate gloves

cooking system

  • stove and fuel
  • pot
  • bowl (optional - I often use my saucepan)
  • cup
  • cutlery
  • snacks (optional - food is set)

electronics

Apart from the headlamp, these objects are all optional (although I have never seen someone on the trail without at least one smartphone).

  • headlamp
  • Powerbank
  • DSLR camera and zoom lens
  • GoPro Hero7 and replacement batteries
  • light mini-tripod
  • smartphone
  • USB and power cables

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