BAJA UTV FAMILY PACKING LIST


What NOT to bring:

  • Firearms, Bullets, Knives (Double-check your luggage, even a pocket knife will cause trouble)
  • Any drugs or drug paraphernalia are illegal in Mexico
  • Any prescription drugs need to be in the original container with your name on it

For UTV drivers/passengers, pack all personal items into the provided 80L+ waterproof duffel bag, which will be loaded into your UTV. Ensure your ground pad and sleeping bag fit inside or have a separate waterproof bag for them.

Your luggage and any items you don’t wish to bring on the trail with you (IE: clean clothes for flights home), can be securely stored at staging and will be waiting for you at the end of the trip.

Very important items

  • Valid passport
  • Photocopy of passport
  • Valid drivers license
  • Photocopy of drivers license
  • US cash for bar tabs, souvenirs, etc. $100/day should be fine (No ATMs)

Clothing

  • Closed toe footwear for UTV drivers (hiking boots, trail shoes, sneakers)
  • 1+ pair of pants (any type of durable pant will do)
  • 2-3+ moisture wicking t-shirts
  • 2-3+ pairs of riding/hiking socks (not too thick unless it’s a late fall trip)
  • Warmer long sleeve top/layer
  • Lightweight insulated jacket
  • Waterproof shell jacket
  • Swim attire (will not need on Grand Canyon route)
  • Lightweight, packable footwear for camp. This can be sandals, crocs, tennis shoes, etc. 

Accessories & Gear

  • UTV Goggles (available to purchase)
  • Dust Mask (available to purchase)
  • Driving Gloves (available to purchase)
  • Sunglasses
  • Personal toiletries: toothbrush, etc.
  • 1L water bottle (should fit in cup-holder)
  • Sunscreen
  • Backpacking Size Towel
  • Eye Drops
  • Valid driver’s license
  • Cash for guide gratuity (your lead guide will also have venmo) *optional but appreciated 🙂

*Additional items for March-May and October-December trips

  • Mid to heavy-weight thermal underwear top and bottom
  • Lightweight insulated gloves for riding/around camp
  • Swap the lightweight insulated jacket for a warmer 650 to 800-fill power down/synthetic jacket
  • Hand/Foot/Body warmers

For Kids ALL of the above plus:

  • MX/BMX style helmet or bike helmet. We only carry adult size helmets, if your kid is older than 13 we will have some extra adult small & medium sizes.
  • MX/BMX style gloves (not needed, but the kids will love them)
  • MX/BMX style kids size goggles (mandatory)
  • Booster. If they need one in the car, bring one on the trip both for the van ride and to mount in the UTV itself
  • Any wipes, diapers, undies, etc as needed based on your child’s age
  • Any special food or snacks
  • Their own water bottle (should fit in cup-holder)
  • Ear plugs if helmet has open ears

Gear provided by Wilderness:

  • Helmet (Only provided for guests 13 and older) 
  • Wilderness beanie
  • Camp Mug
  • Swag toiletry kit
  • TP/Wipes