RV Travel Checklist 2026: What to Pack for Campervan & Motorhome Trip

CHECKLIST: The most important things for your motorhome trip

To make sure you don’t miss anything during your trip, take some time to prepare in advance. A well-planned packing process helps you start your holiday relaxed and stress-free.

IMPORTANT

Make sure you have all essential documents with you.

Keep your ID, driver’s license, and payment methods easily accessible. It’s also recommended to carry some cash for tolls, parking, or small local expenses.

DOCUMENTS & PAPERS

• Identity card or passport
• Driver’s license
• Credit card
• Cash
• Motorhome Rental Contract
• Motorhome insurance documents
• European Health Insurance Card
• Toll cards / vignettes (Slovakia, Austria included, other countries – NO)

VEHICLE (included in your motorhome)

• Warning triangle (in your garage)
• High-visibility vests (above the front passenger)
• First-aid kit (above the front passenger)
• Fire extinguisher (under the fridge)
• Power cable (230V) + adapter (in your garage)
• Water hose (in your garage)
• Leveling wedges (in your garage)
• Broom and dustpan
• Gas bottle
• Grey water drain valve (handle-controlled)

EQUIPMENT (included in your motorhome)

• Fully equipped kitchen set (cutlery, plates, glasses, cups)
• Pots and pans
• Cooking utensils
• Kettle
• Toilet chemicals (starter set)
• Cleaning set (basic)
• Pillows and blankets (without personal bed linen)
• Outside carpet

EQUIPMENT FOR ORDER (what you can order from us)

• Bed linen and Towels
• Camping table and chairs
• Electrical grill
• Gas alarm

•        Universal outdoor folding cabinet
•        Kid comfort iii carrier (3 mths till 3 years)
•        Baby car seat
•        Kids booster
•        Mountain bike
•        Segway ninebot kickscooter
•        Walkie talkie

PERSONAL ITEMS TO BRING

• Clothing (light & warm layers)
• Personal first-aid kit
• Swimwear
• Comfortable shoes
• Toiletries
• Sunscreen
• Insect repellent

ELECTRONICS

•        Mobile phone / Tablet / Notebook+ chargers
•        Camera + charger / memory card
•        Power bank

USEFUL EXTRAS

•        Flashlight or headlamp
•        Matches / lighter
•        Trash bags
•        Paper towels
•        Toilette paper
•        Food & drinks for the first day
•        Games for kids
•        Sport equipment
•        Ball or etc.

Pet essentials

•        Vet passport
•        Leash
•        Pet food
•        Food and water bowls

Here you can download a handy printable checklist that lists the items already in the motorhome and the items you need to bring yourself.

If you’ve already packed for your trip and are ready to hit the road, check out our pre-trip safety checklist:

Pre-Departure Motorhome Safety Checklist