The Shvil Israel (Israel National Trail) runs 1,000km from Dan in the north to Eilat in the south. Whether you're doing a 3-day section or the full trail, packing right is everything. This is the complete gear list for 2026.
Sleep System
- Sleeping bag — 3-season rated for Israeli conditions (cold desert nights in winter, warm elsewhere)
- Inflatable sleeping pad — the ground on Shvil Israel is rocky and hard. The Camp and Go Inflatable Mattress ($41.99) inflates in 30 seconds and packs small
- Camping pillow — the Ultralight Camping Pillow ($13.99) fits in your pocket and inflates itself
Shelter
- Lightweight tent or tarp (under 1.5kg recommended)
- Tent stakes rated for rocky ground
- Camping hammock for forested sections — the Ultralight Camping Hammock ($34.99) sets up in 2 minutes between any two trees
Cooking
- Camp stove — the BlazeKit Folding Stove ($24.99) weighs 120g and fires instantly. Gas canisters available at camping stores near trailheads
- Titanium cutlery — the Titanium Camping Cutlery Set ($19.99) weighs 65g total. Worth every shekel
- Lightweight pot (titanium or aluminum, under 300g)
- Food for 2 days between resupply points
Power and Light
- Solar lantern — the Solar LED Camping Lantern ($24.99) charges from the sun all day and also charges your phone
- Solar power bank — for sections with no power, the Foldable Solar Power Bank 20,000mAh ($44.99) keeps your phone charged for 4+ days
- Headlamp + spare batteries
Navigation and Safety
- Trail app: Amud Anan (best app for Shvil Israel, offline maps)
- Physical map for desert sections
- First aid kit
- Emergency whistle
- Sun protection: hat, sunscreen SPF50+, UV sleeves
Water
- 3-liter capacity (more in Negev desert sections)
- Water filter or purification tablets for natural sources
- Know your water sources before each day's section
What NOT to Bring
- Heavy pots and pans
- Multiple pairs of shoes
- Cotton clothing (dries slow, causes chafing)
- More than 2 days of food between resupply towns
Where to Buy Camping Gear in Israel
All the gear listed above is available at yaamscomfort.store with free worldwide shipping. Use code BUNDLE15 for 15% off when ordering 2+ items.