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Fish River Canyon is bijna altijd standaard in een (rond)reis door Namibië opgenomen. Ben jij bij je bezoek aan Namibië ook bij Fish River Canyon geweest? Meer over Fish River Canyon lees je op mijn website. 👇

https://jtravel.nl/afrika/zuid-afrika-namibie/fish-river-canyon/

#fishrivercanyon #namibie

Fish River Canyon is bijna altijd standaard in een (rond)reis door Namibië opgenomen. Ben jij bij je bezoek aan Namibië ook bij Fish River Canyon geweest? Meer over Fish River Canyon lees je op mijn website. 👇

https://jtravel.nl/afrika/zuid-afrika-namibie/fish-river-canyon/

#fishrivercanyon #namibie

Fish River Canyon is bijna altijd standaard in een (rond)reis door Namibië opgenomen. Ben jij bij je bezoek aan Namibië ook bij Fish River Canyon geweest? Meer over Fish River Canyon lees je op mijn website. 👇

https://jtravel.nl/afrika/zuid-afrika-namibie/fish-river-canyon/

#fishrivercanyon #namibie

https://www.europesays.com/afrika/52873/ Fish River Canyon und die Schichten von Hobas #Canyon #FishRiverCanyon #Geologie #Hobas #Landschaft #Namibia #Naturdenkmal #Reise #Schlucht #Tourismus

https://www.europesays.com/afrika/48115/ Fish River Canyon: die gewaltige Schlucht bei Hobas in Namibia #FishRiverCanyon #Hobas #Namibia

My (only) Fish River Canyon hike of 2026 was a blast. I have never seen the canyon so green.

This was my 3rd time and definitely the best one so far. There was a lot of water which meant that I hardly carried more than 2lt, even though I drank about 2.5lt every day due to the heat.

We camped on lovely sand every night under the stars. Every morning we got up around 5am and started walking as soon as we could see our feet. The idea was to avoid most of the heat of the day.

I was wearing the mid-ankle Tomir 2.0 which meant that on the ~24 river crossings I only had to remove shoes about 5 times. Their amazing grip also meant that I never slipped on rocks when crossing rivers either.

This year there were no hard parts for me personally, but this remains a hard hike for a lot of people. It is not to be underestimated. Yet, in the scope of hikes to come in this same trip, this was the easiest of them all.

If you ever want to go do this, let me know. Maybe I might just go again...

P.S. A couple of weeks after this trip there was an unprecedented large storm causing flooding in the canyon and ~90 hikers had to be evacuated. This also caused the canyon to be closed to around the end of July. And with that my 2nd trip to the canyon go cancelled. By more on the what we did as an alternative hike will follow in another post.
#hiking #wanderlust #namibia #fishrivercanyon

My (only) Fish River Canyon hike of 2026 was a blast. I have never seen the canyon so green.

This was my 3rd time and definitely the best one so far. There was a lot of water which meant that I hardly carried more than 2lt, even though I drank about 2.5lt every day due to the heat.

We camped on lovely sand every night under the stars. Every morning we got up around 5am and started walking as soon as we could see our feet. The idea was to avoid most of the heat of the day.

I was wearing the mid-ankle Tomir 2.0 which meant that on the ~24 river crossings I only had to remove shoes about 5 times. Their amazing grip also meant that I never slipped on rocks when crossing rivers either.

This year there were no hard parts for me personally, but this remains a hard hike for a lot of people. It is not to be underestimated. Yet, in the scope of hikes to come in this same trip, this was the easiest of them all.

If you ever want to go do this, let me know. Maybe I might just go again...

P.S. A couple of weeks after this trip there was an unprecedented large storm causing flooding in the canyon and ~90 hikers had to be evacuated. This also caused the canyon to be closed to around the end of July. And with that my 2nd trip to the canyon go cancelled. By more on the what we did as an alternative hike will follow in another post.
#hiking #wanderlust #namibia #fishrivercanyon

My (only) Fish River Canyon hike of 2026 was a blast. I have never seen the canyon so green.

This was my 3rd time and definitely the best one so far. There was a lot of water which meant that I hardly carried more than 2lt, even though I drank about 2.5lt every day due to the heat.

We camped on lovely sand every night under the stars. Every morning we got up around 5am and started walking as soon as we could see our feet. The idea was to avoid most of the heat of the day.

I was wearing the mid-ankle Tomir 2.0 which meant that on the ~24 river crossings I only had to remove shoes about 5 times. Their amazing grip also meant that I never slipped on rocks when crossing rivers either.

This year there were no hard parts for me personally, but this remains a hard hike for a lot of people. It is not to be underestimated. Yet, in the scope of hikes to come in this same trip, this was the easiest of them all.

If you ever want to go do this, let me know. Maybe I might just go again...

P.S. A couple of weeks after this trip there was an unprecedented large storm causing flooding in the canyon and ~90 hikers had to be evacuated. This also caused the canyon to be closed to around the end of July. And with that my 2nd trip to the canyon go cancelled. By more on the what we did as an alternative hike will follow in another post.
#hiking #wanderlust #namibia #fishrivercanyon

My (only) Fish River Canyon hike of 2026 was a blast. I have never seen the canyon so green.

This was my 3rd time and definitely the best one so far. There was a lot of water which meant that I hardly carried more than 2lt, even though I drank about 2.5lt every day due to the heat.

We camped on lovely sand every night under the stars. Every morning we got up around 5am and started walking as soon as we could see our feet. The idea was to avoid most of the heat of the day.

I was wearing the mid-ankle Tomir 2.0 which meant that on the ~24 river crossings I only had to remove shoes about 5 times. Their amazing grip also meant that I never slipped on rocks when crossing rivers either.

This year there were no hard parts for me personally, but this remains a hard hike for a lot of people. It is not to be underestimated. Yet, in the scope of hikes to come in this same trip, this was the easiest of them all.

If you ever want to go do this, let me know. Maybe I might just go again...

P.S. A couple of weeks after this trip there was an unprecedented large storm causing flooding in the canyon and ~90 hikers had to be evacuated. This also caused the canyon to be closed to around the end of July. And with that my 2nd trip to the canyon go cancelled. By more on the what we did as an alternative hike will follow in another post.
#hiking #wanderlust #namibia #fishrivercanyon

My (only) Fish River Canyon hike of 2026 was a blast. I have never seen the canyon so green.

This was my 3rd time and definitely the best one so far. There was a lot of water which meant that I hardly carried more than 2lt, even though I drank about 2.5lt every day due to the heat.

We camped on lovely sand every night under the stars. Every morning we got up around 5am and started walking as soon as we could see our feet. The idea was to avoid most of the heat of the day.

I was wearing the mid-ankle Tomir 2.0 which meant that on the ~24 river crossings I only had to remove shoes about 5 times. Their amazing grip also meant that I never slipped on rocks when crossing rivers either.

This year there were no hard parts for me personally, but this remains a hard hike for a lot of people. It is not to be underestimated. Yet, in the scope of hikes to come in this same trip, this was the easiest of them all.

If you ever want to go do this, let me know. Maybe I might just go again...

P.S. A couple of weeks after this trip there was an unprecedented large storm causing flooding in the canyon and ~90 hikers had to be evacuated. This also caused the canyon to be closed to around the end of July. And with that my 2nd trip to the canyon go cancelled. By more on the what we did as an alternative hike will follow in another post.
#hiking #wanderlust #namibia #fishrivercanyon

My hiking adventures in Southern Africa for 2026 have come to an end. I have done four hard trips:

- Mnweni Traverse, Drakensberg, ZA. (Shortened to 5 from 7 due to weather)
- Fish River Canyon, NA. (6 days)
- Naukluft Trail, NA. (8 days)
- Khomas Hochland Trail, NA. (4 days)

I grabbed four photos to describe the essence of each of the trails on this journey. The Drakensberg and the Naukluft were technically the hardest of them all. The Naukluft and the Khomas Hochland had the most vicious vegetation.

Namibia is a special place and routes are usually without mobile reception, requiring satphones or satellite communicators for safety.

Each trail is highly recommended, but each trail comes with challenges that are not meant for inexperienced groups.

I don't know if I ever will have the chance to return to these, as my attention is bow turning to planning a number of trips in a number of other countries in the next couple of years.

#southafrica #namibia #hiking #wanderlust #drakensberg #naukluft #FishRiverCanyon #KhomasHochland

My hiking adventures in Southern Africa for 2026 have come to an end. I have done four hard trips:

- Mnweni Traverse, Drakensberg, ZA. (Shortened to 5 from 7 due to weather)
- Fish River Canyon, NA. (6 days)
- Naukluft Trail, NA. (8 days)
- Khomas Hochland Trail, NA. (4 days)

I grabbed four photos to describe the essence of each of the trails on this journey. The Drakensberg and the Naukluft were technically the hardest of them all. The Naukluft and the Khomas Hochland had the most vicious vegetation.

Namibia is a special place and routes are usually without mobile reception, requiring satphones or satellite communicators for safety.

Each trail is highly recommended, but each trail comes with challenges that are not meant for inexperienced groups.

I don't know if I ever will have the chance to return to these, as my attention is bow turning to planning a number of trips in a number of other countries in the next couple of years.

#southafrica #namibia #hiking #wanderlust #drakensberg #naukluft #FishRiverCanyon #KhomasHochland

My hiking adventures in Southern Africa for 2026 have come to an end. I have done four hard trips:

- Mnweni Traverse, Drakensberg, ZA. (Shortened to 5 from 7 due to weather)
- Fish River Canyon, NA. (6 days)
- Naukluft Trail, NA. (8 days)
- Khomas Hochland Trail, NA. (4 days)

I grabbed four photos to describe the essence of each of the trails on this journey. The Drakensberg and the Naukluft were technically the hardest of them all. The Naukluft and the Khomas Hochland had the most vicious vegetation.

Namibia is a special place and routes are usually without mobile reception, requiring satphones or satellite communicators for safety.

Each trail is highly recommended, but each trail comes with challenges that are not meant for inexperienced groups.

I don't know if I ever will have the chance to return to these, as my attention is bow turning to planning a number of trips in a number of other countries in the next couple of years.

#southafrica #namibia #hiking #wanderlust #drakensberg #naukluft #FishRiverCanyon #KhomasHochland

My hiking adventures in Southern Africa for 2026 have come to an end. I have done four hard trips:

- Mnweni Traverse, Drakensberg, ZA. (Shortened to 5 from 7 due to weather)
- Fish River Canyon, NA. (6 days)
- Naukluft Trail, NA. (8 days)
- Khomas Hochland Trail, NA. (4 days)

I grabbed four photos to describe the essence of each of the trails on this journey. The Drakensberg and the Naukluft were technically the hardest of them all. The Naukluft and the Khomas Hochland had the most vicious vegetation.

Namibia is a special place and routes are usually without mobile reception, requiring satphones or satellite communicators for safety.

Each trail is highly recommended, but each trail comes with challenges that are not meant for inexperienced groups.

I don't know if I ever will have the chance to return to these, as my attention is bow turning to planning a number of trips in a number of other countries in the next couple of years.

#southafrica #namibia #hiking #wanderlust #drakensberg #naukluft #FishRiverCanyon #KhomasHochland

My hiking adventures in Southern Africa for 2026 have come to an end. I have done four hard trips:

- Mnweni Traverse, Drakensberg, ZA. (Shortened to 5 from 7 due to weather)
- Fish River Canyon, NA. (6 days)
- Naukluft Trail, NA. (8 days)
- Khomas Hochland Trail, NA. (4 days)

I grabbed four photos to describe the essence of each of the trails on this journey. The Drakensberg and the Naukluft were technically the hardest of them all. The Naukluft and the Khomas Hochland had the most vicious vegetation.

Namibia is a special place and routes are usually without mobile reception, requiring satphones or satellite communicators for safety.

Each trail is highly recommended, but each trail comes with challenges that are not meant for inexperienced groups.

I don't know if I ever will have the chance to return to these, as my attention is bow turning to planning a number of trips in a number of other countries in the next couple of years.

#southafrica #namibia #hiking #wanderlust #drakensberg #naukluft #FishRiverCanyon #KhomasHochland

https://www.europesays.com/africa/302141/ Fish River Canyon hikers rescued by helicopter after flood surge #Featured #FishRiverCanyon #Important #Namibia #SouthAfrica

Normally it does not look this green, but the rains of April have turned this arid land into a green landscape with many plants in bloom.

This is my 3rd time down in the oldest canyon in the world, and this the first time I've seen it so green. It has been a spectacle.

#FishRiverCanyon #wanderlust #footpathfriday #hiking #Namibia

Normally it does not look this green, but the rains of April have turned this arid land into a green landscape with many plants in bloom.

This is my 3rd time down in the oldest canyon in the world, and this the first time I've seen it so green. It has been a spectacle.

#FishRiverCanyon #wanderlust #footpathfriday #hiking #Namibia

Normally it does not look this green, but the rains of April have turned this arid land into a green landscape with many plants in bloom.

This is my 3rd time down in the oldest canyon in the world, and this the first time I've seen it so green. It has been a spectacle.

#FishRiverCanyon #wanderlust #footpathfriday #hiking #Namibia

Normally it does not look this green, but the rains of April have turned this arid land into a green landscape with many plants in bloom.

This is my 3rd time down in the oldest canyon in the world, and this the first time I've seen it so green. It has been a spectacle.

#FishRiverCanyon #wanderlust #footpathfriday #hiking #Namibia

Normally it does not look this green, but the rains of April have turned this arid land into a green landscape with many plants in bloom.

This is my 3rd time down in the oldest canyon in the world, and this the first time I've seen it so green. It has been a spectacle.

#FishRiverCanyon #wanderlust #footpathfriday #hiking #Namibia

Viervingerrots ("Four Finger Rock") usually seen around day 4 when hiking down the Fish River Canyon.

It is possible to camp just before this at a set of two pools of which one is known as Barbel Pools. (And yes, it does contain barbels).

From here one can follow the river around a long bend, but most people opt for a shortcut to the right of this rock formation.

#MountainMonday #wanderlust #hiking #FishRiverCanyon #Namibia

Viervingerrots ("Four Finger Rock") usually seen around day 4 when hiking down the Fish River Canyon.

It is possible to camp just before this at a set of two pools of which one is known as Barbel Pools. (And yes, it does contain barbels).

From here one can follow the river around a long bend, but most people opt for a shortcut to the right of this rock formation.

#MountainMonday #wanderlust #hiking #FishRiverCanyon #Namibia

Viervingerrots ("Four Finger Rock") usually seen around day 4 when hiking down the Fish River Canyon.

It is possible to camp just before this at a set of two pools of which one is known as Barbel Pools. (And yes, it does contain barbels).

From here one can follow the river around a long bend, but most people opt for a shortcut to the right of this rock formation.

#MountainMonday #wanderlust #hiking #FishRiverCanyon #Namibia

Viervingerrots ("Four Finger Rock") usually seen around day 4 when hiking down the Fish River Canyon.

It is possible to camp just before this at a set of two pools of which one is known as Barbel Pools. (And yes, it does contain barbels).

From here one can follow the river around a long bend, but most people opt for a shortcut to the right of this rock formation.

#MountainMonday #wanderlust #hiking #FishRiverCanyon #Namibia

Viervingerrots ("Four Finger Rock") usually seen around day 4 when hiking down the Fish River Canyon.

It is possible to camp just before this at a set of two pools of which one is known as Barbel Pools. (And yes, it does contain barbels).

From here one can follow the river around a long bend, but most people opt for a shortcut to the right of this rock formation.

#MountainMonday #wanderlust #hiking #FishRiverCanyon #Namibia

It's been a week since I finished my first First River Canyon hike of '26. How does one describe it in just four photos?

This is the greenest I have ever seen it, especially since the very dry '24 hike. There has been a lot of rain in April, causing the season to open late. Somebody said we crossed the river 24 times. I didn't count, but I probably had to remove my shoes about six times, where I could not dance across the rocks.

There was a lot of water available and no need to filter. Day temperatures were around 31-33⁰C at midday. One say I measured 37, but I think the sun shone directly of my measuring device. I did however consume between 2.5-3lt every day during walking hours.

Sleeping on the sand in the open was a treat as usual. You open your eyes at night and you stare at all of the stars.

This is the most enjoyable hike in the FRC for me to date. Whether it was hopping over boulders, tracking fast over flat terrain or climing dry short cuts in the heat of the day, every moment was enjoyable.

What wasn't to be enjoyed was finishing. Coyld really stayed more nights, but this is how it goes.

In a month's time I plan to be back again. This is no longer a bucket list item, but rather a spiritual journey of being connected to nature and the ancient geological history that lies with the oldest canyon in the world.

#FishRiverCanyon #hiking #wanderlust #Namibia

It's been a week since I finished my first First River Canyon hike of '26. How does one describe it in just four photos?

This is the greenest I have ever seen it, especially since the very dry '24 hike. There has been a lot of rain in April, causing the season to open late. Somebody said we crossed the river 24 times. I didn't count, but I probably had to remove my shoes about six times, where I could not dance across the rocks.

There was a lot of water available and no need to filter. Day temperatures were around 31-33⁰C at midday. One say I measured 37, but I think the sun shone directly of my measuring device. I did however consume between 2.5-3lt every day during walking hours.

Sleeping on the sand in the open was a treat as usual. You open your eyes at night and you stare at all of the stars.

This is the most enjoyable hike in the FRC for me to date. Whether it was hopping over boulders, tracking fast over flat terrain or climing dry short cuts in the heat of the day, every moment was enjoyable.

What wasn't to be enjoyed was finishing. Coyld really stayed more nights, but this is how it goes.

In a month's time I plan to be back again. This is no longer a bucket list item, but rather a spiritual journey of being connected to nature and the ancient geological history that lies with the oldest canyon in the world.

#FishRiverCanyon #hiking #wanderlust #Namibia

It's been a week since I finished my first First River Canyon hike of '26. How does one describe it in just four photos?

This is the greenest I have ever seen it, especially since the very dry '24 hike. There has been a lot of rain in April, causing the season to open late. Somebody said we crossed the river 24 times. I didn't count, but I probably had to remove my shoes about six times, where I could not dance across the rocks.

There was a lot of water available and no need to filter. Day temperatures were around 31-33⁰C at midday. One say I measured 37, but I think the sun shone directly of my measuring device. I did however consume between 2.5-3lt every day during walking hours.

Sleeping on the sand in the open was a treat as usual. You open your eyes at night and you stare at all of the stars.

This is the most enjoyable hike in the FRC for me to date. Whether it was hopping over boulders, tracking fast over flat terrain or climing dry short cuts in the heat of the day, every moment was enjoyable.

What wasn't to be enjoyed was finishing. Coyld really stayed more nights, but this is how it goes.

In a month's time I plan to be back again. This is no longer a bucket list item, but rather a spiritual journey of being connected to nature and the ancient geological history that lies with the oldest canyon in the world.

#FishRiverCanyon #hiking #wanderlust #Namibia

It's been a week since I finished my first First River Canyon hike of '26. How does one describe it in just four photos?

This is the greenest I have ever seen it, especially since the very dry '24 hike. There has been a lot of rain in April, causing the season to open late. Somebody said we crossed the river 24 times. I didn't count, but I probably had to remove my shoes about six times, where I could not dance across the rocks.

There was a lot of water available and no need to filter. Day temperatures were around 31-33⁰C at midday. One say I measured 37, but I think the sun shone directly of my measuring device. I did however consume between 2.5-3lt every day during walking hours.

Sleeping on the sand in the open was a treat as usual. You open your eyes at night and you stare at all of the stars.

This is the most enjoyable hike in the FRC for me to date. Whether it was hopping over boulders, tracking fast over flat terrain or climing dry short cuts in the heat of the day, every moment was enjoyable.

What wasn't to be enjoyed was finishing. Coyld really stayed more nights, but this is how it goes.

In a month's time I plan to be back again. This is no longer a bucket list item, but rather a spiritual journey of being connected to nature and the ancient geological history that lies with the oldest canyon in the world.

#FishRiverCanyon #hiking #wanderlust #Namibia

It's been a week since I finished my first First River Canyon hike of '26. How does one describe it in just four photos?

This is the greenest I have ever seen it, especially since the very dry '24 hike. There has been a lot of rain in April, causing the season to open late. Somebody said we crossed the river 24 times. I didn't count, but I probably had to remove my shoes about six times, where I could not dance across the rocks.

There was a lot of water available and no need to filter. Day temperatures were around 31-33⁰C at midday. One say I measured 37, but I think the sun shone directly of my measuring device. I did however consume between 2.5-3lt every day during walking hours.

Sleeping on the sand in the open was a treat as usual. You open your eyes at night and you stare at all of the stars.

This is the most enjoyable hike in the FRC for me to date. Whether it was hopping over boulders, tracking fast over flat terrain or climing dry short cuts in the heat of the day, every moment was enjoyable.

What wasn't to be enjoyed was finishing. Coyld really stayed more nights, but this is how it goes.

In a month's time I plan to be back again. This is no longer a bucket list item, but rather a spiritual journey of being connected to nature and the ancient geological history that lies with the oldest canyon in the world.

#FishRiverCanyon #hiking #wanderlust #Namibia

#silentSunday #Namibia #fishrivercanyon

#silentSunday #Namibia #fishrivercanyon

#silentSunday #Namibia #fishrivercanyon

#silentSunday #Namibia #fishrivercanyon

#silentSunday #Namibia #fishrivercanyon

https://www.europesays.com/africa/193567/ Fish River Canyon: Namibia’s Epic Canyon Adventure Guide #adventure #Africa #FishRiverCanyon #hiking #Hobas #Namibia #nature #tourism #travel

https://www.europesays.com/africa/192791/ Fish River Canyon: Namibia’s Epic Canyon Adventure Guide #adventure #Africa #FishRiverCanyon #hiking #Hobas #Namibia #nature #tourism #travel

https://www.europesays.com/africa/188403/ Discover the lessons from 31 descents of the Fish River Canyon in Eric McLaren’s new book #bolander #BoulderField #CapeTown #CircleCentreShoppingCentre #cityrock #Devil'sPeakEstate #EricMcLaren #FishRiverCanyon #FishRiverCanyonTrail #German #grave #Info@capetownhikesCoZa #Instagram@ccmonlineza #Johannesburg #mclaren #Namibia #PinkPalace #Pretoria #SomersetWest #ThirtyTimesDown:AHiker'sGuide #TIKTOK #vespa

https://www.europesays.com/africa/187273/ Discover the lessons from 31 descents of the Fish River Canyon in Eric McLaren’s new book #bolander #BoulderField #CapeTown #CircleCentreShoppingCentre #cityrock #Devil'sPeakEstate #EricMcLaren #FishRiverCanyon #FishRiverCanyonTrail #German #grave #Info@capetownhikesCoZa #Instagram@ccmonlineza #Johannesburg #mclaren #Namibia #PinkPalace #Pretoria #SomersetWest #ThirtyTimesDown:AHiker'sGuide #TIKTOK #vespa

https://www.europesays.com/africa/145925/ Avid hiker of Fish River Canyon writes guide book on challenging trail #EricMcLaren #Featured #FishRiverCanyon #LocalNews #Namibia

Electronic I am taking on my next multi-day hikes:

- Mobile phone. I keep it in a pocket in my Forclaz trousers.

- Garman Fenix 6 smartwatch.

- Petzl Swift headlamp. I prefer the stronger beams that this offers as I use for walking in the dark and not just for camp cooking.

- Iniu powerbank. 20Ah. I am not taking my older Anker power bank as the Iniu has the capability of both usb-c and usb-a power out.

- usb-c to usb-c charge cable.

- usb-a to usb-c charge cable.

- usb-c to micro-usb adaptor (for charging headlamp).

- usb-c to garmin adaptor (for charging watch).

- 4lt Ultra-sil drybag from Sea to Summit for keeping everything together. This bag goes in the backpack as I don't normally need it in the day.

Not included in this list are camera equipment, spare batteries and chargers for cameras.

This time around I have cut some grams off the base weight by using shorter cables and then the adaptors instead of extra cables.

#FishRiverCanyon #drakensberg #southaftica #namibia #whatsinyourpack #hiking

Electronic I am taking on my next multi-day hikes:

- Mobile phone. I keep it in a pocket in my Forclaz trousers.

- Garman Fenix 6 smartwatch.

- Petzl Swift headlamp. I prefer the stronger beams that this offers as I use for walking in the dark and not just for camp cooking.

- Iniu powerbank. 20Ah. I am not taking my older Anker power bank as the Iniu has the capability of both usb-c and usb-a power out.

- usb-c to usb-c charge cable.

- usb-a to usb-c charge cable.

- usb-c to micro-usb adaptor (for charging headlamp).

- usb-c to garmin adaptor (for charging watch).

- 4lt Nanosil drybag from Sea to Summit for keeping everything together. This bag goes in the backpack as I don't normally need it in the day.

Not included in this list are camera equipment, spare batteries and chargers for cameras.

This time around I have cut some grams off the base weight by using shorter cables and then the adaptors instead of extra cables.

#FishRiverCanyon #drakensberg #southaftica #namibia #whatsinyourpack #hiking

Electronic I am taking on my next multi-day hikes:

- Mobile phone. I keep it in a pocket in my Forclaz trousers.

- Garman Fenix 6 smartwatch.

- Petzl Swift headlamp. I prefer the stronger beams that this offers as I use for walking in the dark and not just for camp cooking.

- Iniu powerbank. 20Ah. I am not taking my older Anker power bank as the Iniu has the capability of both usb-c and usb-a power out.

- usb-c to usb-c charge cable.

- usb-a to usb-c charge cable.

- usb-c to micro-usb adaptor (for charging headlamp).

- usb-c to garmin adaptor (for charging watch).

- 4lt Ultra-sil drybag from Sea to Summit for keeping everything together. This bag goes in the backpack as I don't normally need it in the day.

Not included in this list are camera equipment, spare batteries and chargers for cameras.

This time around I have cut some grams off the base weight by using shorter cables and then the adaptors instead of extra cables.

#FishRiverCanyon #drakensberg #southaftica #namibia #whatsinyourpack #hiking

Electronic I am taking on my next multi-day hikes:

- Mobile phone. I keep it in a pocket in my Forclaz trousers.

- Garman Fenix 6 smartwatch.

- Petzl Swift headlamp. I prefer the stronger beams that this offers as I use for walking in the dark and not just for camp cooking.

- Iniu powerbank. 20Ah. I am not taking my older Anker power bank as the Iniu has the capability of both usb-c and usb-a power out.

- usb-c to usb-c charge cable.

- usb-a to usb-c charge cable.

- usb-c to micro-usb adaptor (for charging headlamp).

- usb-c to garmin adaptor (for charging watch).

- 4lt Ultra-sil drybag from Sea to Summit for keeping everything together. This bag goes in the backpack as I don't normally need it in the day.

Not included in this list are camera equipment, spare batteries and chargers for cameras.

This time around I have cut some grams off the base weight by using shorter cables and then the adaptors instead of extra cables.

#FishRiverCanyon #drakensberg #southaftica #namibia #whatsinyourpack #hiking

Electronic I am taking on my next multi-day hikes:

- Mobile phone. I keep it in a pocket in my Forclaz trousers.

- Garman Fenix 6 smartwatch.

- Petzl Swift headlamp. I prefer the stronger beams that this offers as I use for walking in the dark and not just for camp cooking.

- Iniu powerbank. 20Ah. I am not taking my older Anker power bank as the Iniu has the capability of both usb-c and usb-a power out.

- usb-c to usb-c charge cable.

- usb-a to usb-c charge cable.

- usb-c to micro-usb adaptor (for charging headlamp).

- usb-c to garmin adaptor (for charging watch).

- 4lt Ultra-sil drybag from Sea to Summit for keeping everything together. This bag goes in the backpack as I don't normally need it in the day.

Not included in this list are camera equipment, spare batteries and chargers for cameras.

This time around I have cut some grams off the base weight by using shorter cables and then the adaptors instead of extra cables.

#FishRiverCanyon #drakensberg #southaftica #namibia #whatsinyourpack #hiking

Backpack and some miscellaneous items for the Fish River Canyon hike.

The backpack is the 46lt version from LiteAF (https://liteaf.com/product/ecopak-eplx-46l-curve-full-suspension/). I am taking the optional hip belts pockets (https://liteaf.com/product/hip-belt-pouch/) as well as the hip pack (https://liteaf.com/product/fanny-pack/).

I have found a way to either strap the hip bag into the hip belt, or alternative to carry it on top of the back pack. The hip pack is primarily for camera equipment. If I decide not to take any action camera, it will stay behind.

I have also added a stretchy water bottle pouch from Hilltop Packs (https://hilltoppacks.com/collections/accessory-pouches/products/custom-stretchy-water-bottle-sleeve-holder-pouch) as the one from LIteAF does not suit my needs.

Some additional items:

- Sea To Summit Trash bag (https://seatosummit.eu/products/trash-dry-sack-past-season). It keeps all the trash safely contained and the smells out of the backpack. THis is the older model and there is a newer model available.

- LiteAF Hiker Wallet (https://liteaf.com/product/small-zipper-pouch-hiker-wallet/). I'll have some cash and a credit card in there, because when one finishes the hike, it will pay for food, drinks and the warm water pools.

- Hilltop Packs Zipper Puch (https://hilltoppacks.com/products/zipper-pouches?variant=43560830632193) - This keeps my passport and all relevant documentation. The hiker wallet also goes inside.

- Cébé Sunglasses - I use photochromatic 0-3 so that I can ever wear it in low-light conditions. The latter is useful when one might encounter brush, branches or insects.

- Nooz Optics reading glasses (https://www.nooz-optics.com/en-us/collections/reading/original) - I have found these to be the most dependable and lightweight for backcountry usage. They go in a hipbelt pocket for quick access.

- Kimbefeel Milos sandals - The best weight-to-comfort sandals I've come across. Thicker than Xero, but lighter. Unfortunately they are discontinued.

- Leki Traveller Alu telescopic poles (https://www.leki.co.uk/item/813/Leki/Leki-Traveller-Alu-Blacksilver-Greyneon-Yellow.html) - Although slightly heavier, I prefer the aluminium version over carbon as I use these as my tent poles too. Even though I am not using a tent for this hike, I need it for other hikes on this travel, so these are the set of poles of choice.

#fishrivercanyon #hiking #whatsinyourpack #namibia #liteaf #noozoptics #cebe #leki #kimberfeel #seatosummit #hilltoppacks

Backpack and some miscellaneous items for the Fish River Canyon hike.

The backpack is the 46lt version from LiteAF (https://liteaf.com/product/ecopak-eplx-46l-curve-full-suspension/). I am taking the optional hip belts pockets (https://liteaf.com/product/hip-belt-pouch/) as well as the hip pack (https://liteaf.com/product/fanny-pack/).

I have found a way to either strap the hip bag into the hip belt, or alternative to carry it on top of the back pack. The hip pack is primarily for camera equipment. If I decide not to take any action camera, it will stay behind.

I have also added a stretchy water bottle pouch from Hilltop Packs (https://hilltoppacks.com/collections/accessory-pouches/products/custom-stretchy-water-bottle-sleeve-holder-pouch) as the one from LIteAF does not suit my needs.

Some additional items:

- Sea To Summit Trash bag (https://seatosummit.eu/products/trash-dry-sack-past-season). It keeps all the trash safely contained and the smells out of the backpack. THis is the older model and there is a newer model available.

- LiteAF Hiker Wallet (https://liteaf.com/product/small-zipper-pouch-hiker-wallet/). I'll have some cash and a credit card in there, because when one finishes the hike, it will pay for food, drinks and the warm water pools.

- Hilltop Packs Zipper Puch (https://hilltoppacks.com/products/zipper-pouches?variant=43560830632193) - This keeps my passport and all relevant documentation. The hiker wallet also goes inside.

- Cébé Sunglasses - I use photochromatic 0-3 so that I can ever wear it in low-light conditions. The latter is useful when one might encounter brush, branches or insects.

- Nooz Optics reading glasses (https://www.nooz-optics.com/en-us/collections/reading/original) - I have found these to be the most dependable and lightweight for backcountry usage. They go in a hipbelt pocket for quick access.

- Kimbefeel Milos sandals - The best weight-to-comfort sandals I've come across. Thicker than Xero, but lighter. Unfortunately they are discontinued.

- Leki Traveller Alu telescopic poles (https://www.leki.co.uk/item/813/Leki/Leki-Traveller-Alu-Blacksilver-Greyneon-Yellow.html) - Although slightly heavier, I prefer the aluminium version over carbon as I use these as my tent poles too. Even though I am not using a tent for this hike, I need it for other hikes on this travel, so these are the set of poles of choice.

#fishrivercanyon #hiking #whatsinyourpack #namibia #liteaf #noozoptics #cebe #leki #kimberfeel #seatosummit #hilltoppacks

Backpack and some miscellaneous items for the Fish River Canyon hike.

The backpack is the 46lt version from LiteAF (https://liteaf.com/product/ecopak-eplx-46l-curve-full-suspension/). I am taking the optional hip belts pockets (https://liteaf.com/product/hip-belt-pouch/) as well as the hip pack (https://liteaf.com/product/fanny-pack/).

I have found a way to either strap the hip bag into the hip belt, or alternative to carry it on top of the back pack. The hip pack is primarily for camera equipment. If I decide not to take any action camera, it will stay behind.

I have also added a stretchy water bottle pouch from Hilltop Packs (https://hilltoppacks.com/collections/accessory-pouches/products/custom-stretchy-water-bottle-sleeve-holder-pouch) as the one from LIteAF does not suit my needs.

Some additional items:

- Sea To Summit Trash bag (https://seatosummit.eu/products/trash-dry-sack-past-season). It keeps all the trash safely contained and the smells out of the backpack. THis is the older model and there is a newer model available.

- LiteAF Hiker Wallet (https://liteaf.com/product/small-zipper-pouch-hiker-wallet/). I'll have some cash and a credit card in there, because when one finishes the hike, it will pay for food, drinks and the warm water pools.

- Hilltop Packs Zipper Puch (https://hilltoppacks.com/products/zipper-pouches?variant=43560830632193) - This keeps my passport and all relevant documentation. The hiker wallet also goes inside.

- Cébé Sunglasses - I use photochromatic 0-3 so that I can ever wear it in low-light conditions. The latter is useful when one might encounter brush, branches or insects.

- Nooz Optics reading glasses (https://www.nooz-optics.com/en-us/collections/reading/original) - I have found these to be the most dependable and lightweight for backcountry usage. They go in a hipbelt pocket for quick access.

- Kimbefeel Milos sandals - The best weight-to-comfort sandals I've come across. Thicker than Xero, but lighter. Unfortunately they are discontinued.

- Leki Traveller Alu telescopic poles (https://www.leki.co.uk/item/813/Leki/Leki-Traveller-Alu-Blacksilver-Greyneon-Yellow.html) - Although slightly heavier, I prefer the aluminium version over carbon as I use these as my tent poles too. Even though I am not using a tent for this hike, I need it for other hikes on this travel, so these are the set of poles of choice.

#fishrivercanyon #hiking #whatsinyourpack #namibia #liteaf #noozoptics #cebe #leki #kimberfeel #seatosummit #hilltoppacks

Backpack and some miscellaneous items for the Fish River Canyon hike.

The backpack is the 46lt version from LiteAF (https://liteaf.com/product/ecopak-eplx-46l-curve-full-suspension/). I am taking the optional hip belts pockets (https://liteaf.com/product/hip-belt-pouch/) as well as the hip pack (https://liteaf.com/product/fanny-pack/).

I have found a way to either strap the hip bag into the hip belt, or alternative to carry it on top of the back pack. The hip pack is primarily for camera equipment. If I decide not to take any action camera, it will stay behind.

I have also added a stretchy water bottle pouch from Hilltop Packs (https://hilltoppacks.com/collections/accessory-pouches/products/custom-stretchy-water-bottle-sleeve-holder-pouch) as the one from LIteAF does not suit my needs.

Some additional items:

- Sea To Summit Trash bag (https://seatosummit.eu/products/trash-dry-sack-past-season). It keeps all the trash safely contained and the smells out of the backpack. THis is the older model and there is a newer model available.

- LiteAF Hiker Wallet (https://liteaf.com/product/small-zipper-pouch-hiker-wallet/). I'll have some cash and a credit card in there, because when one finishes the hike, it will pay for food, drinks and the warm water pools.

- Hilltop Packs Zipper Puch (https://hilltoppacks.com/products/zipper-pouches?variant=43560830632193) - This keeps my passport and all relevant documentation. The hiker wallet also goes inside.

- Cébé Sunglasses - I use photochromatic 0-3 so that I can ever wear it in low-light conditions. The latter is useful when one might encounter brush, branches or insects.

- Nooz Optics reading glasses (https://www.nooz-optics.com/en-us/collections/reading/original) - I have found these to be the most dependable and lightweight for backcountry usage. They go in a hipbelt pocket for quick access.

- Kimbefeel Milos sandals - The best weight-to-comfort sandals I've come across. Thicker than Xero, but lighter. Unfortunately they are discontinued.

- Leki Traveller Alu telescopic poles (https://www.leki.co.uk/item/813/Leki/Leki-Traveller-Alu-Blacksilver-Greyneon-Yellow.html) - Although slightly heavier, I prefer the aluminium version over carbon as I use these as my tent poles too. Even though I am not using a tent for this hike, I need it for other hikes on this travel, so these are the set of poles of choice.

#fishrivercanyon #hiking #whatsinyourpack #namibia #liteaf #noozoptics #cebe #leki #kimberfeel #seatosummit #hilltoppacks

Sleep time in the Fish River Canyon will be simple again: two groundsheets and no tent. This time around I opted for a tyvek sheet and a polycro sheet. I found the ground sheets that I used the previous time were too narrow.

The plan is to sleep on the more sturdy tyvek sheet and unpack my gear on the polycro sheet. In the unlikely scenario of rain at night, I'll simply sleep underneath the polycro sheet as it is wider that the tyvek sheet.

I have modified the tyvek sheet with some metal grommets. I'll put some lightweight cord in there in case I want to peg it down. Not sure about doing the same to the polycro sheet - thst material is a bit flimsy.

#whatsinyourpack #tyvek #groundsheet #camping #hiking #fishrivercanyon #namibia

Sleep time in the Fish River Canyon will be simple again: two groundsheets and no tent. This time around I opted for a tyvek sheet and a polycro sheet. I found the ground sheets that I used the previous time were too narrow.

The plan is to sleep on the more sturdy tyvek sheet and unpack my gear on the polycro sheet. In the unlikely scenario of rain at night, I'll simply sleep underneath the polycro sheet as it is wider that the tyvek sheet.

I have modified the tyvek sheet with some metal grommets. I'll put some lightweight cord in there in case I want to peg it down. Not sure about doing the same to the polycro sheet - thst material is a bit flimsy.

#whatsinyourpack #tyvek #groundsheet #camping #hiking #fishrivercanyon #namibia

Sleep time in the Fish River Canyon will be simple again: two groundsheets and no tent. This time around I opted for a tyvek sheet and a polycro sheet. I found the ground sheets that I used the previous time were too narrow.

The plan is to sleep on the more sturdy tyvek sheet and unpack my gear on the polycro sheet. In the unlikely scenario of rain at night, I'll simply sleep underneath the polycro sheet as it is wider that the tyvek sheet.

I have modified the tyvek sheet with some metal grommets. I'll put some lightweight cord in there in case I want to peg it down. Not sure about doing the same to the polycro sheet - thst material is a bit flimsy.

#whatsinyourpack #tyvek #groundsheet #camping #hiking #fishrivercanyon #namibia

Sleep time in the Fish River Canyon will be simple again: two groundsheets and no tent. This time around I opted for a tyvek sheet and a polycro sheet. I found the ground sheets that I used the previous time were too narrow.

The plan is to sleep on the more sturdy tyvek sheet and unpack my gear on the polycro sheet. In the unlikely scenario of rain at night, I'll simply sleep underneath the polycro sheet as it is wider that the tyvek sheet.

I have modified the tyvek sheet with some metal grommets. I'll put some lightweight cord in there in case I want to peg it down. Not sure about doing the same to the polycro sheet - thst material is a bit flimsy.

#whatsinyourpack #tyvek #groundsheet #camping #hiking #fishrivercanyon #namibia

Sleep time in the Fish River Canyon will be simple again: two groundsheets and no tent. This time around I opted for a tyvek sheet and a polycro sheet. I found the ground sheets that I used the previous time were too narrow.

The plan is to sleep on the more sturdy tyvek sheet and unpack my gear on the polycro sheet. In the unlikely scenario of rain at night, I'll simply sleep underneath the polycro sheet as it is wider that the tyvek sheet.

I have modified the tyvek sheet with some metal grommets. I'll put some lightweight cord in there in case I want to peg it down. Not sure about doing the same to the polycro sheet - thst material is a bit flimsy.

#whatsinyourpack #tyvek #groundsheet #camping #hiking #fishrivercanyon #namibia

For the Fish River Canyon and Drakensberg trip I have my cooking setup settled and there are some luxury items.

- I am taking a Fozzils Snapbowl for when I need a bowl. Doubles as a cutting board. (https://www.fozzils.com/product-page/snapfold-bowlz). It fits nicely into the back stretch pocket of the backpack.

- A long handle spork.

- A Victorinox Soldier's knife. It has all the necessary utilities for emergencies. The made blade is serrated and sharp. I have used it in the past to even cut open tins. (https://www.amazon.es/-/en/Victorinox-Schweizer-Soldatenmesser-Functions-Including/dp/B002RWXZ7E)

- A spreading knife, because it works better than the pocket knife's big blade. It is my one luxury item.

- All the cutlery items go into a small Hilltop tent stake bag. I purposely bought the one with the meat print. (https://hilltoppacks.com/products/tent-stake-stuff-sacks-funny-prints?variant=38878721867961)

- MSR Pocket Rocket DLX. Slightly heavier than some other compact stoves, but it burns more efficiently, has a regulator and a piezo igniter. (https://cascadedesigns.com/en-eu/products/pocketrocket-deluxe-stove).

- Lightload Towel as a dish cloth. It is super lightweight, recycable and lasts for many days. (https://www.litesmith.com/lightload-towels/).

- MSR Titan 900ml kettle. (https://cascadedesigns.com/en-eu/products/titan-kettle-900ml)

- MSR Titan Double Wall mug 375 ml. It fits inside the kettle. (https://cascadedesigns.com/en-eu/products/titan-double-wall-mug).

- All the cookware goes inside a Hilltop stuff sack, including one gas canister. (https://hilltoppacks.com/products/stuff-sacks-w-custom-printing-challenge-d50t-fabric?variant=45960307114241)

- I have one large food bag from Hilltop (https://hilltoppacks.com/collections/food-bags-bear-bags/products/food-bags-w-custom-printing-challenge-d50t-fabric-bear-bag-5) as well as 2nd snack bag. At this point I might take another Hilltop bag instead of the Sea to Summit drybag for the latter purpose.

- As these hikes are in Southern Africa, a common practice is to eat rusks with morning coffee / tea. I keep these in a plastic container to prevent them from becoming crumbs.

- My second luxury item is a Platypus 800ml wine bag, because we like to sip some red wine in the evening. When it is empty it rolls up really small (https://cascadedesigns.com/en-eu/products/platy-preserve).

This whole setup is < 900g.

I did not include a emergency matches or a lighter in this list as that will go into the emergency and first aid bag.

#whatsinyourpack #hiking #cooking #traillfood #fishrivercanyon #drakensberg #namibia #southafrica #msrgear #hilltoppacks #platypus #victorinox #fozzils

For the Fish River Canyon and Drakensberg trip I have my cooking setup settled and there are some luxury items.

- I am taking a Fozzils Snapbowl for when I need a bowl. Doubles as a cutting board. (https://www.fozzils.com/product-page/snapfold-bowlz). It fits nicely into the back stretch pocket of the backpack.

- A long handle spork.

- A Victorinox Soldier's knife. It has all the necessary utilities for emergencies. The made blade is serrated and sharp. I have used it in the past to even cut open tins. (https://www.amazon.es/-/en/Victorinox-Schweizer-Soldatenmesser-Functions-Including/dp/B002RWXZ7E)

- A spreading knife, because it works better than the pocket knife's big blade. It is my one luxury item.

- All the cutlery items go into a small Hilltop tent stake bag. I purposely bought the one with the meat print. (https://hilltoppacks.com/products/tent-stake-stuff-sacks-funny-prints?variant=38878721867961)

- MSR Pocket Rocket DLX. Slightly heavier than some other compact stoves, but it burns more efficiently, has a regulator and a piezo igniter. (https://cascadedesigns.com/en-eu/products/pocketrocket-deluxe-stove).

- Lightload Towel as a dish cloth. It is super lightweight, recycable and lasts for many days. (https://www.litesmith.com/lightload-towels/).

- MSR Titan 900ml kettle. (https://cascadedesigns.com/en-eu/products/titan-kettle-900ml)

- MSR Titan Double Wall mug 375 ml. It fits inside the kettle. (https://cascadedesigns.com/en-eu/products/titan-double-wall-mug).

- All the cookware goes inside a Hilltop stuff sack, including one gas canister. (https://hilltoppacks.com/products/stuff-sacks-w-custom-printing-challenge-d50t-fabric?variant=45960307114241)

- I have one large food bag from Hilltop (https://hilltoppacks.com/collections/food-bags-bear-bags/products/food-bags-w-custom-printing-challenge-d50t-fabric-bear-bag-5) as well as 2nd snack bag. At this point I might take another Hilltop bag instead of the Sea to Summit drybag for the latter purpose.

- As these hikes are in Southern Africa, a common practice is to eat rusks with morning coffee / tea. I keep these in a plastic container to prevent them from becoming crumbs.

- My second luxury item is a Platypus 800ml wine bag, because we like to sip some red wine in the evening. When it is empty it rolls up really small (https://cascadedesigns.com/en-eu/products/platy-preserve).

This whole setup is < 900g.

I did not include a emergency matches or a lighter in this list as that will go into the emergency and first aid bag.

#whatsinyourpack #hiking #cooking #traillfood #fishrivercanyon #drakensberg #namibia #southafrica #msrgear #hilltoppacks #platypus #victorinox #fozzils

For the Fish River Canyon and Drakensberg trip I have my cooking setup settled and there are some luxury items.

- I am taking a Fozzils Snapbowl for when I need a bowl. Doubles as a cutting board. (https://www.fozzils.com/product-page/snapfold-bowlz). It fits nicely into the back stretch pocket of the backpack.

- A long handle spork.

- A Victorinox Soldier's knife. It has all the necessary utilities for emergencies. The made blade is serrated and sharp. I have used it in the past to even cut open tins. (https://www.amazon.es/-/en/Victorinox-Schweizer-Soldatenmesser-Functions-Including/dp/B002RWXZ7E)

- A spreading knife, because it works better than the pocket knife's big blade. It is my one luxury item.

- All the cutlery items go into a small Hilltop tent stake bag. I purposely bought the one with the meat print. (https://hilltoppacks.com/products/tent-stake-stuff-sacks-funny-prints?variant=38878721867961)

- MSR Pocket Rocket DLX. Slightly heavier than some other compact stoves, but it burns more efficiently, has a regulator and a piezo igniter. (https://cascadedesigns.com/en-eu/products/pocketrocket-deluxe-stove).

- Lightload Towel as a dish cloth. It is super lightweight, recycable and lasts for many days. (https://www.litesmith.com/lightload-towels/).

- MSR Titan 900ml kettle. (https://cascadedesigns.com/en-eu/products/titan-kettle-900ml)

- MSR Titan Double Wall mug 375 ml. It fits inside the kettle. (https://cascadedesigns.com/en-eu/products/titan-double-wall-mug).

- All the cookware goes inside a Hilltop stuff sack, including one gas canister. (https://hilltoppacks.com/products/stuff-sacks-w-custom-printing-challenge-d50t-fabric?variant=45960307114241)

- I have one large food bag from Hilltop (https://hilltoppacks.com/collections/food-bags-bear-bags/products/food-bags-w-custom-printing-challenge-d50t-fabric-bear-bag-5) as well as 2nd snack bag. At this point I might take another Hilltop bag instead of the Sea to Summit drybag for the latter purpose.

- As these hikes are in Southern Africa, a common practice is to eat rusks with morning coffee / tea. I keep these in a plastic container to prevent them from becoming crumbs.

- My second luxury item is a Platypus 800ml wine bag, because we like to sip some red wine in the evening. When it is empty it rolls up really small (https://cascadedesigns.com/en-eu/products/platy-preserve).

This whole setup is < 900g.

I did not include a emergency matches or a lighter in this list as that will go into the emergency and first aid bag.

#whatsinyourpack #hiking #cooking #traillfood #fishrivercanyon #drakensberg #namibia #southafrica #msrgear #hilltoppacks #platypus #victorinox #fozzils

For the Fish River Canyon and Drakensberg trip I have my cooking setup settled and there are some luxury items.

- I am taking a Fozzils Snapbowl for when I need a bowl. Doubles as a cutting board. (https://www.fozzils.com/product-page/snapfold-bowlz). It fits nicely into the back stretch pocket of the backpack.

- A long handle spork.

- A Victorinox Soldier's knife. It has all the necessary utilities for emergencies. The made blade is serrated and sharp. I have used it in the past to even cut open tins. (https://www.amazon.es/-/en/Victorinox-Schweizer-Soldatenmesser-Functions-Including/dp/B002RWXZ7E)

- A spreading knife, because it works better than the pocket knife's big blade. It is my one luxury item.

- All the cutlery items go into a small Hilltop tent stake bag. I purposely bought the one with the meat print. (https://hilltoppacks.com/products/tent-stake-stuff-sacks-funny-prints?variant=38878721867961)

- MSR Pocket Rocket DLX. Slightly heavier than some other compact stoves, but it burns more efficiently, has a regulator and a piezo igniter. (https://cascadedesigns.com/en-eu/products/pocketrocket-deluxe-stove).

- Lightload Towel as a dish cloth. It is super lightweight, recycable and lasts for many days. (https://www.litesmith.com/lightload-towels/).

- MSR Titan 900ml kettle. (https://cascadedesigns.com/en-eu/products/titan-kettle-900ml)

- MSR Titan Double Wall mug 375 ml. It fits inside the kettle. (https://cascadedesigns.com/en-eu/products/titan-double-wall-mug).

- All the cookware goes inside a Hilltop stuff sack, including one gas canister. (https://hilltoppacks.com/products/stuff-sacks-w-custom-printing-challenge-d50t-fabric?variant=45960307114241)

- I have one large food bag from Hilltop (https://hilltoppacks.com/collections/food-bags-bear-bags/products/food-bags-w-custom-printing-challenge-d50t-fabric-bear-bag-5) as well as 2nd snack bag. At this point I might take another Hilltop bag instead of the Sea to Summit drybag for the latter purpose.

- As these hikes are in Southern Africa, a common practice is to eat rusks with morning coffee / tea. I keep these in a plastic container to prevent them from becoming crumbs.

- My second luxury item is a Platypus 800ml wine bag, because we like to sip some red wine in the evening. When it is empty it rolls up really small (https://cascadedesigns.com/en-eu/products/platy-preserve).

This whole setup is < 900g.

I did not include a emergency matches or a lighter in this list as that will go into the emergency and first aid bag.

#whatsinyourpack #hiking #cooking #traillfood #fishrivercanyon #drakensberg #namibia #southafrica #msrgear #hilltoppacks #platypus #victorinox #fozzils

For the Fish River Canyon and Drakensberg trip I have my cooking setup settled and there are some luxury items.

- I am taking a Fozzils Snapbowl for when I need a bowl. Doubles as a cutting board. (https://www.fozzils.com/product-page/snapfold-bowlz). It fits nicely into the back stretch pocket of the backpack.

- A long handle spork.

- A Victorinox Soldier's knife. It has all the necessary utilities for emergencies. The made blade is serrated and sharp. I have used it in the past to even cut open tins. (https://www.amazon.es/-/en/Victorinox-Schweizer-Soldatenmesser-Functions-Including/dp/B002RWXZ7E)

- A spreading knife, because it works better than the pocket knife's big blade. It is my one luxury item.

- All the cutlery items go into a small Hilltop tent stake bag. I purposely bought the one with the meat print. (https://hilltoppacks.com/products/tent-stake-stuff-sacks-funny-prints?variant=38878721867961)

- MSR Pocket Rocket DLX. Slightly heavier than some other compact stoves, but it burns more efficiently, has a regulator and a piezo igniter. (https://cascadedesigns.com/en-eu/products/pocketrocket-deluxe-stove).

- Lightload Towel as a dish cloth. It is super lightweight, recycable and lasts for many days. (https://www.litesmith.com/lightload-towels/).

- MSR Titan 900ml kettle. (https://cascadedesigns.com/en-eu/products/titan-kettle-900ml)

- MSR Titan Double Wall mug 375 ml. It fits inside the kettle. (https://cascadedesigns.com/en-eu/products/titan-double-wall-mug).

- All the cookware goes inside a Hilltop stuff sack, including one gas canister. (https://hilltoppacks.com/products/stuff-sacks-w-custom-printing-challenge-d50t-fabric?variant=45960307114241)

- I have one large food bag from Hilltop (https://hilltoppacks.com/collections/food-bags-bear-bags/products/food-bags-w-custom-printing-challenge-d50t-fabric-bear-bag-5) as well as 2nd snack bag. At this point I might take another Hilltop bag instead of the Sea to Summit drybag for the latter purpose.

- As these hikes are in Southern Africa, a common practice is to eat rusks with morning coffee / tea. I keep these in a plastic container to prevent them from becoming crumbs.

- My second luxury item is a Platypus 800ml wine bag, because we like to sip some red wine in the evening. When it is empty it rolls up really small (https://cascadedesigns.com/en-eu/products/platy-preserve).

This whole setup is < 900g.

I did not include a emergency matches or a lighter in this list as that will go into the emergency and first aid bag.

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