What To Pack For Glamping – Off The Grid Style At Glamping Unplugged

If you saw my post last week but feel a little overwhelmed about what to pack to go off the grid, I hope this will help! Here’s my guide on what to pack for glamping at Glamping Unplugged. I’ve written it based off my experience at that specific glamping site, but I’m sure you could adapt it to wherever you will be going glamping – whether that’s in the US or somewhere else. Just check what facilities you’ll have and make whatever changes you need. Either way, I hope it can help make the packing process easier and give you a few ideas on how to keep it simple but still have an awesome time!

What To Pack For Glamping – Off The Grid Style At Glamping Unplugged

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The glamping site

My packing list is based on Glamping Unplugged in North Carolina. I went on a solo glamping trip with my dog there recently and here is my full review of Glamping Unplugged if you want to check it out.

Spoiler alert, it’s an awesome place to go!

Tools

Firewood (+ firestarters)

If you plan to make a fire (and you should because what’s more relaxing than sitting by a crackling fire?), you’ll need to bring the firewood and a lighter.

Charcoal (+ lighter fluid and lighter)

For grilling, you’ll need to bring charcoal and whatever else you need to operate the grill.

I bought a small bag of charcoal that didn’t require lighter fluid which was a handy find.

Cooler

There is a heavy duty cooler in the dome, but you’ll probably still need your own cooler to transport your food to and from the glamping site.

Cooking utensils

This depends on how fancy you want to get.

I bought some aluminum foil, one flat pan, and one knife. Super simple.

But of course if you want to eat off a real plate, or have tongs to turn your food on the grill, then bring whatever cooking utensils you prefer. A travel kit like this one would be pretty convenient for trips like this.

Food

Pack whatever food you want to eat while you’re there.

Again, I went on a solo trip and kept it really simple. This is what I took:

• Bread rolls
• Fillings for sandwiches (turkey, cheese, basil)
• Pizza base
• Toppings for pizza (prosciutto, asparagus, mozzarella, sauce)
• Chocolate
• Bananas
• Cherries
• Breakfast sandwiches (I pre-made a few)
• Diet Coke aka mummy juice
• Ice for the cooler

You’ll also need to bring water and lots of it. I stayed for 2 nights and took about 5 gallons.

Space saver bags

I took two space saver bags and here is my full tutorial on using them. One was to compress down my dog’s blanket so I could carry it in my backpack.

The other was to pack any dirty or wet clothing for the ride home. Separating the clothes makes the unpacking and laundry process really simple after a trip.

Flashlight or headlamp

For walking to the toilets at night. Headlamps are the most convenient because they double up to keep your hands free for other activities on camping trips like making fires. If you don’t have a headlamp then a flashlight or even your phone light would work.

Clothing

Day clothes

Whatever you want to wear during the day. I visited in summer and took shorts and a t-shirt.I wore one set and packed one as a spare – mostly in case I spilled food on the first set.

Swimsuit

For swimming in the fresh stream! I also packed a swimsuit cover up to walk to the stream.

Light layer for evenings

It got surprisingly chilly in the evenings so I recommend having a light layer for that. I took a light long sleeve shirt and leggings.

Pajamas

I took light pajamas. It was chilly in the dome at night but the blankets were enough to keep warm.

Undies

Duh.

Shoes

I wore flip flops the whole time. If you plan to go hiking or visit in a colder season you probably want to pack warmer shoes though.

Towel

Towels are provided at the dome but I prefer to have a lightweight one like this so I don’t have to carry bulky towels.

Waterproof jacket

I packed a light waterproof jacket (similar to this one) at the very top of my bag in case there was any rain during my visit. Having at the top is handy in case it’s raining when you get there and need to access it quickly before you walk up to the dome.

This is something worth investing in a good one – mine is from Patagonia. I’ve had mine for 5 years and it’s still going strong.

Hygiene

Epic Wipes

For whatever summer adventures you plan, get a box of these and they will last you for ages.

There are some wipes provided at the dome but the Epic Wipes are higher quality, smell amazing, and are better for a ‘rugged shower.’

Bug spray

This is one thing I forgot to pack and wish I had! It would’ve been handy for the evening time when the mosquitoes came out.

Sunscreen

For out and about in the day time. If you plan to get your tan on, this is my favorite tanning lotion.

Toothbrush and toothpaste

I like to use these bamboo toothbrushes and usually travel with toothpaste tabs.

Face wash

Or not. Whatever you prefer. I like to wash my face each day so I packed a travel size face wash.

Deodorant

No explanation necessary.

This is an Epic Wipe – Large size

Electronics

GoPro

Since I was blogging the trip, I packed a few cameras. But if I was recommending what to take, I’d recommend just a GoPro.

Of course, if you love photography then take your big camera. But if you just want some fun adventure pics, I’d go with the GoPro.

I’d pack it with a Gorilla Pod or this compact selfie stick and tripod. I got a lot of footage on my GoPro and mostly used the Gorilla Pod.

If you want more information on travel cameras, here’s my full guide on how to pick the best camera for traveling based on how you plan to use it.

Portable Charger

I packed a portable charger like this one. It was good to have just in case, but I didn’t use it much since the dome had a charger as well. If you like traveling though they’re so handy for most trips – especially when you’ve got a long layover.

Activities

Honestly, I didn’t have much time to use these, but here’s what I packed for activities.

Book or Kindle

Since it’s such a fantastic place to relax, I took my Kindle.

Whether you’re sitting in the dome, on the balcony, or by the stream, there are a lot of good spots to sit and read.

Coloring book

I also packed my coloring book and pencils to draw in the evening.

I like to use this travel watercolor paint and this small book sometimes but didn’t bring it on this trip.

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