# RV Camping Checklist for Port...

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## 🚐 Vehicle & Documents

- [ ] Vehicle registration and insurance papers
- [ ] Driver’s license (valid in Portugal)
- [ ] Roadside assistance details
- [ ] RV rental agreement (if applicable)
- [ ] Passport / ID
- [ ] European Health Insurance Card (if applicable)
- [ ] Toll payment method (e.g., Via Verde or prepaid toll card)
- [ ] Maps / GPS (offline maps recommended)

## ☀️ Clothing & Personal Items

- [ ] Lightweight, breathable clothing
- [ ] Swimwear
- [ ] Sun hat / cap
- [ ] Sunglasses
- [ ] Light jacket (for cooler coastal evenings)
- [ ] Comfortable walking shoes
- [ ] Flip-flops / sandals
- [ ] Sleepwear
- [ ] Laundry bag

## 🧴 Toiletries & Health

- [ ] Sunscreen (high SPF)
- [ ] After-sun lotion / aloe vera
- [ ] Insect repellent
- [ ] Personal hygiene items (toothbrush, toothpaste, etc.)
- [ ] Prescription medications
- [ ] First aid kit
- [ ] Hand sanitizer / wipes

## 🍳 Kitchen & Food Supplies

- [ ] Portable stove or built-in cooker
- [ ] Gas supply
- [ ] Cooking utensils (pots, pans, spatula)
- [ ] Plates, bowls, cups, cutlery
- [ ] Dish soap and sponge
- [ ] Cooler / fridge supplies
- [ ] Drinking water containers
- [ ] Non-perishable foods (pasta, rice, canned goods)
- [ ] Snacks
- [ ] Coffee / tea essentials

## 🏕️ Camping Gear

- [ ] Camping table and chairs
- [ ] Awning or sunshade
- [ ] Ground mat / outdoor rug
- [ ] Flashlights / headlamps
- [ ] Extra batteries or power bank
- [ ] Extension cables and adapters (EU plugs)
- [ ] Water hose (for campsite connections)
- [ ] Wastewater container
- [ ] Trash bags

## 🔌 Utilities & RV Essentials

- [ ] Power hook-up cable
- [ ] Freshwater tank (filled)
- [ ] Empty grey/black water tanks before departure
- [ ] Leveling blocks
- [ ] Toolkit (basic repairs)
- [ ] Duct tape / zip ties
- [ ] Fire extinguisher
- [ ] Spare fuses

## 🏖️ Beach & Outdoor Activities

- [ ] Beach towels
- [ ] Umbrella or beach tent
- [ ] Snorkeling gear
- [ ] Surf gear (popular in coastal areas like Algarve)
- [ ] Hiking gear (for trails in Sintra or national parks)
- [ ] Reusable water bottles

## 📱 Navigation & Connectivity

- [ ] Mobile phone + charger
- [ ] Local SIM card or roaming plan
- [ ] Offline maps (e.g., Google Maps)
- [ ] Camping apps (park4night, Campercontact)

## ⚠️ Legal & Practical Tips (Portugal)

- [ ] Wild camping is restricted—use designated camper areas
- [ ] Carry coins/cards for campsite facilities
- [ ] Observe fire restrictions (especially in summer)
- [ ] Respect quiet hours at campsites

## ✅ Pre-Departure Check

- [ ] Fuel tank full
- [ ] Tires checked (including spare)
- [ ] Water tank filled
- [ ] Waste tanks emptied
- [ ] All lights and signals working
- [ ] Weather forecast reviewed