How to Pack a Backpack for Long-term Travel
When planning for a long-term, low-budget backpacking trip , the bag on your back is an important resource and lifeline when navigating in a foreign environment—think of it as a portable home, like a tortoise’s shell. The items in your backpack will sustain you for the duration of your adventure, and it is no wonder that many travellers make the mistake of packing too much with them and overloading their bags. The key to a pleasant backpacking trip is to pack lightly and efficiently. What kind of Backpack? You can budget frugally during the trip; however, invest good money in a sturdy and moderately lightweight backpack . Choose a backpack with an internal frame and opt for one with a rectangular shape, since backpacks with curved edges have less internal volume. Depending on how many items you plan to bring, choose a pack with between 60 to 80 litres of internal volume. Before you buy the backpack, try it on your body to ensure that adjustable shoulder and hip straps will keep the bac