How should you plan for an adventure trip during COVID?

Who would have imagined that the entire world will enter into a lockdown situation? With many making peace with this condition, some are still struggling to accept this new normal known as the contactless era. Out of many, the travel and adventurous souls are ones who have failed to treat their souls.

But, as the world never gave up their hope, things are getting normal, if not the same. Along with many other leverages, travel to specific places is now possible. But remember, we have not become corona-free, so being cautious is the need of the hour.

So, if you had unfinished travel plans or adventures on your bucket list, 2021 has uncovered several opportunities to enjoy several adventurous trails. All you need to is take strict precautions while planning and heading on to your journey.

Here’s a list of to-dos that will help you safely plan your adventure getaway during this COVID-19 era:

• Planning and preparation well before

Whether you are planning for long vacations or adventurous trails like hiking, biking, or camping, planning and preparing much before your departure is a smart move. Especially during these Corona times, you can never know what next is coming for you.

So, it is wise to be prepared for everything and anything. Start with deciding the right location of travelling, its weather, government regulations issued due to Corona there, backpacking essentials, and Covid-protection gear.

Tip: You can plan for camping or hiking because it won’t be safe to stay in hotels or motels during this time.

• Sanitize your car or travel vehicle

Before you head for your vacation:

1. Sanitize the vehicle thoroughly.
2. Leave no corner and surface uncleaned.
3. Use alcohol-based wipes to clean every part of the vehicle that included the steering wheel, seat belt buckle, gear shift, and dashboard.
4. Wear gloves before you proceed with the cleaning process.
5. Don’t forget to get your car serviced.

• Don’t forget to carry masks and sanitizers

Masks and sanitizers have become a must-have these days. Don’t even think of forgetting these essentials while heading for adventurous trails like hiking, camping, or backpacking. You need to have a full backup of these two Covid essentials for yourself and your group. Use them frequently to protect yourself.

• Carry your first aid and hygiene kit

Sickness has no fixed time, so it is always better to be prepared beforehand. Carry your first aid kit and all the doctor's prescribed medicines. Also, don’t forget to carry travelling hygiene essentials like toiletry bags, towels, sanitizers, handy-washbasins, and other cleaning stuff. Restrict yourself from using someone else’s belongings.

• Carry your own food

Sharing is caring, but in Covid times, if you won’t share, that would be a gesture of care. So, it is better than every group should carry his/her own food and cookware sets. If you are going camping or hiking, make sure to carry only the essential camping cookware sets to keep it simple and light.

Travel tips to prevent coronavirus

• Always sanitize or wash your hands before entering and after exiting any vehicle you are using.
• Avoid touching all the common points, especially when you are travelling through public transportation.
• Practising social distance
• Follow every guideline issued by the government while you travel. Else you may find yourself into trouble.
• On your way, make sure at every stoppage you take precautions.
• Avoid common touchpoints of the vehicle. Practice social distancing.
• Make a point to use digital platforms while performing any kind of payment. The lesser you come in contact with anyone, the more you are safe.
• Cancel all your plans for travel if you are not well.

We understand how difficult these corona times have been for everyone, especially the travel lovers. However, nothing is essential than one’s health. So, it is highly recommended to plan your trips and adventurous trails cautiously and thoroughly. Together we all can fight these heinous times and sail through them healthily and happily.

Let’s together take precautions for or fellow travel souls and help flatten the curve.