Winter Ski packing list

In need of a packing list when skiing? Always forgetting something when packing? Well here is my Winter Ski packing list! 

To simplify packing for a ski vacation, this ski trip packing list will help you remember all of the essentials that will keep you warm and comfortable on the slopes. Let me know if you see something I forgot to put on my list!

Tip: Make sure to print them out twice! One before you leave for your vacation and one leaving for home, in order to not forget anything!

General Packing List

The following things must be on the top of your packing list!

• Passport validity: Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months and must obtain one blank page.
  • From Europe and skiing in Europe? ID is just fine! 
• Travel insurance: Be sure to have (ski) insurance, it might come in handy!
• Itineraries, tickets, and reservation confirmations
• Credit card and cash
• Medical insurance cards

Backpack

Your backpack is also an important item on your packing list. 

• Backpack: Invest in a good backpack. I use a large gym bag for my ski trip.
• Packing cubes: Bring packing cubes! This has been so easy for me! I have the compression packing cubes from Osprey to save some space.

Medicine and toiletries

Sunscreen is absolutely essential. I had a dual sunscreen + lip balm in one. 

• Sunscreen + Lip balm
• Toothbrush, toothpaste
• Hairbrush and other hair accessories
• Deodorant & Cosmetics – Scissors
• First aid kit: Nausea & Diarrhea tablets 
• Quick drying towel: Invention of the year! Put your wet towel on a chair and it’s dry in an hour. It’s also not as thick as a normal towel, so it’s easy to pack.
• Wet wipes: I always bring my wet wipes on my holidays. If you’re in a public toilet that’s dirty or where there is no toilet paper, wet wipes are a blessing.
• Small bottles: I always pack small, reusable bottles of shampoo, conditioner and body wash. You save space and weight!

Ski And Snowboard Clothing 

Remember to pack lots of warm layers, as the weather conditions on the mountains can change quickly and dramatically. 

• Waterproof Ski Jacket 
• Waterproof Ski Pants
• Additional insulation – 1 fleece vest or sweater per 2 days
• Base layer tops – 1 to 3 non-cotton base layer tops
• Base layer bottoms – 1 to 3 non-cotton base layer bottoms
• Gloves & mittens – waterproof and insulated ski gloves or mittens
• Warm winter hat
• Wool Ski Socks – 4 pairs
• Neck gaiter (we call it a buff)– non-cotton balaclava or ski mask
• 1 pair of jeans
• Sleepwear
• Undergarments
• Waterproof winter boots

Ski And Snowboard Gear

Don’t want to bring your gear or you are a beginner? Rent your ski and snowboard equipment at a Ski Depot near the gondolas. There you can rent lockers to store your gear near the ski slopes. 

• Skis and ski poles or snowboards – We’ve rented them
• Ski boots or snowboard boots – We’ve rented them
• Ski helmet
• Ski goggles – Yellow lenses for snowy days, and polarized lenses for sunny days.
• Sunglasses
• Helmet
• Hand and toe warmers – 1 to 7 packs of each, or electric boot warmers
• Ski tickets/Ski passes – Ski passes are best stored in an interior zippered pocket in your jacket.

Electronics

• Camera and GoPro: Pack those babies for having HD photos and videos.
• Chargers

Now you’re ready for your skip trip!