How Expensive Is It to Get Into Backpacking?

By Robert Palmer

Backpacking is a great way to explore the world, but it’s not always as affordable as people think. It’s important to understand the cost of backpacking before you set off on your journey.

Transportation – Getting to and from your destinations often requires a plane ticket, train ticket, or other form of transportation. Depending on where you are traveling, these can be quite expensive. Additionally, if you plan on taking buses or trains during your travels, those costs can add up quickly as well.

Accommodations – Hostels and other budget accommodation options are plentiful for backpackers, but they can still be pricey depending on the area you are visiting. Additionally, some hostels may offer extras like breakfast or Wi-Fi for an extra charge.

Food & Drink – Eating out every day can be expensive, but there are ways to save money by cooking your own food at hostels or with friends. However, if you’re in a place with few budget-friendly food options then eating out will cost more than usual. Drinks (especially alcohol) can also add up quickly if you don’t watch your spending habits closely.

Activities & Tours – While many activities and tours are free (or close to free), there are some that require an entry fee or tour guide fee that can add up quickly. Hiking in national parks is often free but if you plan to do more adventurous activities like skydiving or rock climbing then those fees will need to be taken into account when budgeting for your trip.

Conclusion

: How expensive it is to get into backpacking depends heavily on where you go and what activities you take part in while there. Transportation costs, accommodations costs, food and drink costs, and activity/tour costs all need to be taken into account before setting off on any journey. With careful planning and budgeting it is possible to have an amazing backpacking experience without breaking the bank!