South America 3 months - need a bag!
Hi, I apologise if this has been asked a million times but I’m running out of ideas 😭
I’m planning a trip to South America between September and December (Colombia, Peru, Bolivia, Chile, Argentina, Brazil) in various climates from beaches to 6000m hills. I’m struggling to pick a bag that can fit everything, is carry on size, and is comfortable to bring with me on 8 day walks.
For reference I’m planning on doing the Salkantay walk in Peru unguided and several walks in Patagonia on my own and the rest will be guided.
I’ve currently used my Osprey 26+6 for trips up to a week in mild climates but I don’t think this’ll cut it due to the amount of cold weather clothes I’ll need and equipment. I’m already going to leave behind camping stuff and rent there but sandals, coats, fleeces add up and will leave no room for souvenirs.
I’d rather bring a hiking bag as it’ll be way more comfortable to carry but I’m aware most won’t fit carry on sizes as they’re too tall. I’m open to suggestions! I’m EU based so no REI unfortunately and preferably under €200
- Osprey fairview 40L -not sure how it’ll be for walking
- Cotopaxi Allpa 35L -same as above
- Osprey eja 48L
- Osprey tempest 44L
- Naturehike Rock 40L
- Gregory Maven 38L
- Forclaz 500 40L - leaning towards this
I apologise again if this is the wrong format but I feel I’ve been looking for ages thank you so much!