Ski Trip Packing List

✅Skis/Snowboard

✅Ski poles

✅Ski boots

✅Helmet

💡 Insider Tip: Renting is best for first-timers. Ski gear is expensive—only invest if you plan to ski regularly. Trust me.

✅Waterproof or water-resistant ski jacket (Minimum 10,000mm waterproof rating)

✅Waterproof ski pants/Board pants (Minimum 10,000mm waterproof rating)

✅Mid layer shirt: fleece, wool sweater or lightweight down jacket

✅Thermal tops/ Base layers (avoid cotton!)

✅Thermal pants (avoid cotton!)

✅Neck warmer/Gaiter

✅Wool ski socks

💡 Insider Tip: If it’s your first trip, rent or borrow ski jackets and pants to save money.

✅Fleece jacket (ideal for very cold days)

✅Beanie 

💡 Insider Tip: If you take frequent photo breaks or ski at slower speeds, a fleece jacket adds extra warmth.

✅Goggles 

✅Waterproof, insulated gloves/mittens

✅Wrist guards, knee pads, protective shorts (for beginner snowboarders) 

💡 Insider Tip: Rent wrist guards if it’s your first time snowboarding.

✅Sunscreen (pocket-sized)

✅Lip balm (SPF recommended)

✅Hand warmers 

✅Goggles wiper 

✅Water bottle or hydration pack 

✅Small backpack 

💡 Insider Tip: No backpack? Store lip balm, tissues, small foldable water bottle and sunscreen in your ski jacket.

✅Winter jacket 

✅Casual tops & sweaters 

✅Jeans/Long pants 

✅Winter hat & scarf 

✅Casual gloves 

✅Waterproof non-slip boots 

✅Pajamas & underwear 

✅Swimsuit (for hot tubs/spas) 

✅Slippers & flip-flops 

💡 Insider Tip: Pack socks and goggles inside ski or winter boots to save space.

✅Toothbrush & toothpaste

✅Floss & mouthwash

✅Moisturizer (cold-weather protection)

✅Hairbrush/Comb

✅Deodorant & soap

✅Shampoo & conditioner

✅Personal hygiene items

✅Razor & shaving gel

✅Cosmetics & makeup remover

✅Nail clippers & file

✅Glasses/Contacts & solution

✅First aid kit & muscle relief cream

✅Ski Tickets/Passes 

✅Money & ID/Driver’s license

✅Passport & travel insurance details  

✅Transport & accommodation confirmations 

✅Ski hire details  

✅Mobile phone & charger 

✅Camera/GoPro & charger 

✅Headphones 

✅Travel pillow

✅Day pack/Purse

✅Medications & prescriptions 

✅Laundry bag & luggage lock

Have you checked everything off your ski trip checklist?

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