Ski Trip Packing List
Whether it’s your first time skiing or you’ve been doing it for years, here’s the ultimate ski trip packing list/checklist so you won’t leave anything behind. Just check the box! Or if you need a guide on what exactly to buy, see our What to Pack for a Ski Trip.
Table of Contents
SKI AND SNOWBOARD GEAR
- Skis/Snowboard
- Ski poles
- Ski boots
- Helmet
Insider tip: Rent these if it’s your first time skiing. Ski gear is expensive and only worth investing in if you’re ready to commit. Trust me.
SKI CLOTHING
Essentials
- Waterproof ski jacket (Minimum waterproof rating 10,000mm)
- Waterproof ski pants/Board pants (Minimum waterproof rating 10,000mm)
- Mid layer shirt: long sleeve sweatshirt, woolen sweater, lightweight down jacket
- Thermal tops/ Base layers (non-cotton)
- Thermal pants (non-cotton)
- Neck warmer/Gaiter
- Wool ski socks
Insider tip: Rent or borrow ski jackets or pants if it’s you’re first time skiing.
Optional
- Fleece jacket
- Beanie
Insider tip: Extremely cold/blizzard days call for fleece jackets or if you’re a cruisey skier or rider who likes making multiple stops for photos, packing a fleece jacket is a good idea too.
SKI ACCESSORIES
Essentials
- Goggles
- Waterproof and insulated ski gloves or mittens with inner layer
Protective Gear for beginner snowboarders
- Wrist guards
- Knee pads
- Protective shorts/bum pads
Insider tip: Rent wrist guards if it’s you’re first time snowboarding.
Optional
- Pocket sized sunscreen
- Lip balm
- Pocket tissues
- Goggles wiper
- Hand warmers
- Water bottle or hydration pack
- Small backpack
Insider tip: If you're not taking a small backpack, fit all smaller items such as lip balm, pocket tissues and pocket sized sunscreen in your ski jacket.
OFF THE SLOPES CLOTHING
- Winter jacket
- Casual tops
- Jeans/Long pants
- Sweaters/Jumpers
- Winter hat
- Scarf
- Gloves
- Underwear
- Pajamas
- Bathing suit
- Slippers
- Flip flops
- Waterproof non-slip shoes or boots
- Socks
Insider tip: Pack your socks and goggles in your ski boots to save space.
TOILETRIES
- Toothbrush
- Toothpaste
- Floss and mouthwash
- Moisturizer
- Comb, brush and other hair accessories
- Deodorant
- Face cleanser
- Personal hygiene items
- Shampoo and conditioner
- Soap
- Shaving gel
- Razor
- Cosmetics and makeup remover
- Nail clippers and nail file
- Glasses/Contacts
- First aid kit
- Muscle relief cream
MISCELLANEOUS
- Ski Tickets/ Passes
- Money
- Identification/Driver’s license
- Passport
- Travel insurance details
- Transport details and confirmation
- Accommodation details and confirmation
- Ski hire details
- Mobile phone and charger
- Travel adapter
- Camera/GoPro and charger
- Headphones
- Travel pillow
- Day Pack/Purse
- Any medication
- Laundry bag
- Luggage lock and tag
Have you got everything on the ski trip checklist?
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