Grand Canyon guide
🇺🇸 Packing List
What to pack for Grand Canyon
In March, Grand Canyon is typically cold, -2 to 12°c (-2°C - 12°C). This list adapts to those conditions; adjust for your exact travel dates.
Grand Canyon essentials
- Weather: Cold, -2 to 12°C
- Layered clothing
- Hiking gear
- Sunscreen
- Outdoor/hiking attire. Layers essential for rim/canyon temperature difference.
Documents
- Photo ID
- Passport (valid 6+ months)
- Visa / e-visa printout
- Return / onward flight tickets
- Travel insurance policy
- Hotel booking confirmations
- Passport-size photographs (2-4)
Clothing
- Casual day outfits
- One smart-casual outfit for dinners
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Warm insulated jacket
- Thermal base layers
- Woollen hat, gloves and scarf
- Warm socks
- Undergarments and sleepwear
- Enough outfits for 7 days
Toiletries & health
- Toothbrush, toothpaste, and toiletries
- Sunscreen (SPF 30+)
- Personal medication with prescription
- Basic first-aid: band-aids, painkillers, ORS
- Hand sanitiser and wet wipes
- Lip balm and moisturiser for cold, dry air
- All park facilities inspected. Bring hand sanitizer for trail use.
Electronics
- Phone and charger
- Power bank
- Camera (optional)
- Power adaptor: Type A/B plugs, 120V.
Money
- Debit / credit cards
- Some cash for incidentals
- Forex card or local currency
- Local currency: US Dollar (USD)