Know Before You Go

The following packing list contains general recommendations for a Croatia and Slovenia adventure. If you are currently booked on Wild Nature of Croatia & Slovenia, please consult your pre-departure materials for the most up-to-date packing list for your trip. You will receive these pre-departure materials 60–90 days before your departure.

Items indicated in color below are typically available in the Nat Hab Gear Store. Please note that due to global supply chain issues beyond our control, we cannot guarantee that every item will always be in stock.

Clothing

• Water-resistant daypack 
  —To carry camera gear and other equipment.

• Lightweight, waterproof (not water-resistant) rain jacket with hood 

• Waterproof rain pants

• Warm fleece 

• Lightweight down jacket
  —For cool nights.

• Swimsuit (optional)

• Sun hat with brim and strap 

• 2 long-sleeved shirts 
  —For cooler evenings and to protect you from the sun.

• 3–4 short-sleeved shirts 

• 1-2 pairs of comfortable pants

• 1 pair of nylon, zip-off pants
  —Useful for warm days and cooler mornings and evenings.

• 1 pair of jeans or heavier pants (optional)
  —For cooler nights or walking around towns.

• 2-3 pairs of shorts or skirts
  —You may not need as many pairs of shorts/skirts if you are bringing zip-off pants.

• Nice change of clothing
  —Although not required, some guests prefer to have a nicer change of clothing, including long pants or casual packable dress/skirt and nice shirt, to wear for our welcome and farewell dinners.

• Lightweight neck gaiter (included in your pre-trip package)
  —Provides sun, wind and/or dust protection.

• Hiking boots or shoes
  —Ideally waterproof and with ankle support.

• Wool/synthetic blend socks
  —Bring socks made of wool or synthetic materials for walks.

• Underwear

• Sleepwear

Additional Items

• Cash
  —For discretionary gratuities (you may want to bring envelopes for discreet presentation).
  —For personal spending (souvenirs, Internet use and food and beverages not included in your trip fee).

• Outlet adapter and/or power converter 

• Hiking poles (optional) 
  —Although not required, you may bring them if you use them on most of your walks.
  —If you are bringing hiking poles, they must be able to fit in your check-in luggage, as you generally will not be allowed to carry them on the plane.

• Binoculars
  —Helpful for looking for birds or other wildlife.

• Sunglasses
  —With UV filter and secure strap.

• Earplugs

• Toiletries in reusable containers to minimize waste
  —Shampoo and soap will be provided at all accommodations on our itinerary.

• Insect repellent & anti-itch ointment
  —Although not prevalent, mosquitoes may be present during the adventure.

• Sunscreen & lip balm (at least SPF30)

• Reusable water bottle (included in your pre-trip package)
  —In our continuing effort to operate our adventures with as little impact on the environment as possible, you will receive a reusable water bottle (unless you opted out on your Booking Form) to take with you on your adventure. We will provide drinking water throughout the adventure for you to refill your bottle. By doing this, you will avoid using multiple disposable plastic bottles.

• Electrolyte/flavor crystal packets (optional)
  —Can be added to water to replace fluids in case of intestinal illness and/or enhance the taste to encourage hydration.

• Motion sickness medication
  —Although waters are generally smooth and our boat is a stable vessel, it is possible to experience choppy waters should we encounter inclement weather on our boat excursion. If you are sensitive to motion sickness, we strongly recommend that you come prepared with preventative measures.

• Hand sanitizer

• Prescription glasses/contact lenses