EQUIPMENT LIST ACC24

RECOMMENDED GEAR LIST

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WEIGHT LIMIT

Keep in mind that the total weight of your equipment must be under 20kg, not including food & water, and must be carried with you at all times on your canoe.

We are unable to store equipment or carry additional gear.

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CAMPING EQUIPMENT

  • Sleeping bag
  • Sleeping liner
  • Tent / Jungle Hammock
  • Cooking Equipment – We recommend a small lightweight gas cooker. You can find generic gas cannisters once you arrive in Peru.

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CLOTHING

Avoid cotton clothing if you are planning on being in an environment where you think you might get wet. The Amazon is a humid environment and you might experience heavy rain depending on the season you visit. Or you might just take an unexpected dunk from your canoe. Either way, make sure to bring synthetic light-weight clothing that dries quickly.

Mosquitos and the infamous ‘manta blanca’ are ever present and although our checkpoints are designed to keep you as far away as possible from them, it’s a reality of travel in the Amazon. Covering as much as you can keeps you safe(r) from all things that bite.

Climate change is making weather in the Amazon more unpredictable, with changes to the traditional wet & dry seasons. It’s also becoming more common for cold spells which can reach as low as 10C at night.

  • Long sleeved shirt
  • Long Trousers
  • Rain Jacket (100% waterproof)
  • Spare set of dry clothes in a separate dry bag
  • Socks (high ankled)
  • Quick-dry underwear
  • Sports gloves for paddling
  • Lightweight thermals for sleeping
  • Wide brimmed hat with a mosquito net
  • Bandana or Buff
  • Swimsuit
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TOILETRIES

  • Sunscreen
  • Bug Spray (We usually go for DEET expedition strength spray)
  • Biodegradable soap / shampoo
  • Lip Balm
  • Biodegradable wet wipes
  • Quick-dry small towel
  • Small shovel
  • Hand Sanitizer
  • Personal Toiletries

Having a separate ‘toilet kit’ works well – Keep all your essentials in an easy access waterproof or ziplock bag.

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FOOTWEAR

It’s important to have closed toed shoes that dry quickly. Keep in mind that some waterproof hiking boots are slow to dry and hold water – Wet feet is a cause of ‘Jungle Rot’, a fungal infection caused by having constantly wet feet.

  • Closed toed shoes are compulsory
  • Additional set of dry shoes for camp
  • Gumboots or Wellington Boots for trekking in areas where snakes are common – These can be bought or rented in Peru once you arrive.
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FOOD SUPPLIES

For the 2024 Amazon Canoe Challenge, you will be expected to be self-sufficient for the duration of the Challenge.

In some sections, you may be gifted or have the opportunity to purchased food from our community partners. In other sections, there may be stops where you can find basic supplies such as fruit, vegetables or dried goods. Otherwise, the availability of food will be limited or non existent along the route.

We recommend that your team brings a supply of dehydrated food with you as this is hard to come by once in Peru. Your food supplies will be checked by our team to ensure you are sufficiently prepared.

FINDING WATER

We provide water that will be carried with you in your canoe, and also offer water stations at designated checkpoints along the route.

We will provide water purification tablets as part of your emergency kit bag for the duration of the Challenge.

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ELECTRONICS

Electronics and humidity aren’t a great mix. Keep that in mind if you’re planning on bringing expensive camera gear with you. Keep your gear in dry bags and remember that charging opportunities may be limited.

  • Camera or smartphone
  • 20,000MAh Power Bank(s)
  • Dry bags for electronics
  • Spare cables
  • Solar Panel or other charging solutions
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MISC

  • Head torch & spare batteries
  • Multi tool
  • Personal first aid kit (Including hydrocortisone cream for bites)
  • Dry bags for gear
  • Waterproof backpack of duffel
  • Personal medication
  • Passport

ADDITIONAL GEAR

This equipment list is designed to cover the essentials for your expedition in Peru with Amazon Canoe Challenge. You may wish to bring additional items that are not on this list.

If you have any questions about your upcoming expedition, get in touch.