What To Pack for New Zealand – A Visual Super Guide

Are you planning a trip to New Zealand and thinking about what you need to bring? It’s a tricky question to answer because each of us travels in a different way and with a different style.

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However, if your goal is to pack somewhat light and want to bring camera gear to capture the beauty of the country, here is a thorough list of everything that I brought to New Zealand for three weeks.

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The bags

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Toiletries

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Clothes

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THE DAILY THINGS

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TECHNOLOGY GEAR

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Camera Gear

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