Of course, now that you decide to go on a photo tour, you have to pack your bag with the most important essentials that you need as a photographer - whether you are professional or an amateur. So the question that comes to mind while we are standing in front of our bag is: What should I bring?

Obviously you will need a camera for your photo adventure but there is a lot more equipment you will need. If you want to avoid heavy bags of unnecessary gear that no one wants to carry around or to forget your umbrella on a rainy week or even your sunscreen, we have an ultimate packing list for your photography tours.

So why not pack your bag without any stress and instead drink a glass of wine the night before your photo adventure?

Essentials:

• Camera and appropriate lens(es) 

• Batteries and charger
• Memory cards and storage case
• Filters
• Polarizer
• Travel Tripod
• Ballhead
• Allen wrench and multi-tool
• Wireless Remote/Cable Release
• Cleaning supplies
• Microfiber cloth/Pecpads
• Rocket blower
• Backpack/messenger bag
• Plastic trash bag
• Smart phone & charger
• Photography apps
• Maps 


Personal items:

• At least two shirts, underwear and socks
• Sturdy pants
• Waterproof jacket
• Light to medium jacket
• Waterproof hiking shoes
• Photography gloves
• Medications & toiletries
• Insurance
• Passport Nice to have:
• Laptop
• Card reader
• Square or rectangular filter
• USB charger
• Rain cover for your camera
• Speedlight
• Water bottle
• Snacks
• Small flashlight or headlamp
• Sunscreen
• Bug spray
• Umbrella
• Wash soap/Woolite
• Instant coffee or tea 


All images by Jutta Engelage.