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May 22, 2021 by Javier Grazioso Spanish Vocabulary 0 comments

A Vocabulary Guide: Going Camping in Spanish

How would you answer if a friend asked you: 

¿Quieres ir a acampar?
Do you want to go camping? 

If you’re interested in learning Spanish vocabulary about camping, then you’d probably already have a go-bag and a camping tent ready and tell your friend ¡Sí, vamos! (yes, let’s go!). 

Camping (or acampar in Spanish) is a super fun activity to do with friends, family or even on your own. Strolling through the forest, carrying a backpack, and relying on a compass while breathing fresh air is an invigorating activity for lovers of the outdoors. 

In this post, you can combine your love of sleeping under the stars with your passion for strengthening your Spanish fluency. 

Keep reading to learn essential vocabulary to plan your trip, find the perfect camping site in a Spanish-speaking country, and have the time of your life while camping and speaking Spanish!

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Essential Camping Supplies in Spanish

Equipment is essential for your camping experience (and camping vocabulary too). While finding a balance between what and what not to carry can be a challenge, I asked Yuli Pérez, a seasoned Guatemalan camper and volcano-climber, to share a tip on one essential camping supply: your beverage.

“Most of the people who camp with me carry 3 liters of water, whereas I try to carry 1.5 liters of water, two bottles of Gatorade, and some whey in order not to drink flavorless beverages all the time. Sometimes, because of the altitude, the sugar [present in these beverages] can be very helpful.” – Yuli Pérez

It’s important to keep in mind what Yuli says, because several places all over Latin America are high above sea level, and the sugar present in whey and sports beverages will spike the glucose in your blood and give you more energy to keep climbing, hiking, walking or simply camping. For camping, of course, you’ll need a lot of different kinds of supplies to carry.

Here are some useful  items and their translations into Spanish to help you out with your camping experience:

EnglishSpanish
supplieslos suministros
compassla brújula
flashlightla linterna
mapel mapa
matcheslos fósforos
lighterel encendedor
keroseneel keroseno
bottled waterel agua embotellada
wheyel suero
canteenla cantimplora
foodla comida
toilet paperel papel higiénico o papel de baño
soapel jabón
wet wipeslas toallitas húmedas
toothpastela pasta de dientes 
toothbrushel cepillo de dientes
deodorantel desodorante
pocket knifela navaja
first-aid kitel botiquín de primeros auxilios
medicinela medicina
medicine against allergiesla medicina contra alergias
alcoholel alcohol
band-aidslas curitas
painkillerslos analgésicos
aspirineslas aspirinas
cottonel algodón
sleeping bagslas bolsas de dormir
camping matla colchoneta para acampar
tentla tienda de acampar
backpackla mochila
hammerel martillo
stakela estaca
hammockla hamaca
the cotel catre
screwdriverel destornillador o desarmador
pliersel alicate
mosquito repellentel repelente contra mosquitos
sunblockel bloqueador solar
board gameslos juegos de mesa
potla olla
panel sartén
silverwarelos cubiertos
plastic cupslos vasos plásticos
portable stovela estufa portátil
ropela soga, la pita o la cuerda
toyslos juguetes
binocularslos binoculares o prismáticos
photo/video camerala cámara de fotos/video
reusable bagslas bolsas reutilizables
lunchboxla lonchera
iceboxla hielera

Example Sentences in Spanish

Here are 5 useful sentences about camping in Spanish using the nouns above.

¿Qué tipo de suministros traes en la mochila?
What kind of supplies are you carrying in your backpack?

¿Sabes hacer (o encender) una fogata?
Do you know how to make (or light up) a campfire?

¿Me puedes prestar tu navaja?
Can you lend me your pocket knife?

No es buena idea ir a nadar justo después de comer.
It’s not a good idea to go swimming right after eating.

Coloquemos la hamaca entre esos dos árboles.
Let’s set up the hammock between those two trees.

Supplies in Spanish

Best Food for Camping in Spanish

¿Qué comida llevamos? 

What food do we bring?

Eating in a forest or other natural environment is exciting and fun. What do you like to eat when you go camping?

Here are some common options in Spanish while you’re packing your food bag for your camping trip:

EnglishSpanish
canned foodla comida enlatada
snackslos bocadillos
marshmallowslos angelitos o marshmallows
crackerslas galletas saladas
sandwicheslos emparedados o sándwiches
burritoslos burritos
cookieslas galletas dulces
granola barslas barras de granola
dehydrated foodsla comida deshidratada
nutslas nueces
peanutslas manías o el maní
pretzelslos pretzels
chips (U.S.)las frituras
hazelnutslas avellanas
instant mac and cheeselos macarrones con queso instantáneos
cup noodlesla sopa de fideos instantánea
chilliel chilli o los frijoles con carne
beef jerkyla carne seca
dried fruitslas frutas secas
instant coffee packetslos sobres de café instantáneo
tea bagslas bolsas de té
peanut butterla mantequilla de maní
jellyla jalea
chocolate barla barra de chocolate
s’moreslos s’mores
frozen fruitfruta congelada
bagelslos bagels
cream cheeseel queso crema
grapeslas uvas
orange (fruit)la naranja
applela manzana
pearla pera
berrieslas bayas
strawberrieslas fresas
blackberrieslas moras
blueberrieslas moras azules
cranberrieslos arándanos
cheeseel queso
hamel jamón
boiled eggslos huevos duros
tunael atún
salmonel salmón

If you’re looking for more Spanish food vocabulary to fill your sandwiches or burritos, check out:

  • The Ridiculously Long List of Vegetables and Fruit in Spanish
  • Talk About Bacon in Spanish (And Other Meaty Favorites)

Example Sentences in Spanish

Tengo hambre, quisiera otro emparedado de atún, por favor.
I am hungry, I would like another tuna sandwich, please.

¿Me puedes dar unos bocadillos, por favor?
Can you give me some snacks, please?

Soy alérgico(a) a todo tipo de bayas, no las puedo comer.
I’m allergic to all kinds of berries; I can’t eat them.

¡Vamos a preparar s’mores esta noche frente a la fogata!
We are going to make some s’mores tonight in front of the campfire!

¿Cuántas barras de granola nos quedan?
How many granola bars do we have left?

Food vocabulary

Camping Clothes in Spanish

¿Qué ropa llevas?
What clothes are you bringing?

An experienced camper has to know what kind of weather to expect, and what kind of clothes to take along for the camping trip. Some places, like deserts, are hot during the day and may reach freezing temperatures at night. If you plan to camp in a forest, it may be temperate during the day and cold at night, whereas a place like a tropical beach is warm and humid during the day and night. 

Just as the temperatures vary, so do the types of clothes you may use while camping. Expand your camping vocabulary in Spanish with these options!

Cold Weather Camping Clothes in Spanish

EnglishSpanish
beanieel gorro
earmuffslas orejeras
ski-maskel pasamontañas
scarfla bufanda
neckerchiefel pañuelo
turtleneck sweaterel suéter de cuello tortuga
hoodieel sudadero
hoodla capucha o el capuchón
long sleeved t-shirtla playera de manga larga
jacketla chaqueta
windbreakerel (abrigo) rompevientos
waterproof coatel (abrigo) impermeable
trench-coatla gabardina
coatel abrigo
overallel overol
gloveslos guantes
flannel shirtla camisa de franela
fanny packla cangurera o riñonera
thermal underwearla ropa interior térmica
jeanslos jeans o vaqueros
cargo pantslos pantalones cargo
wool sockscalcetines o medias de lana
bootslas botas
pajamasla o el pijama

Hot Weather Camping Clothes in Spanish

EnglishSpanish
hatel sombrero
capla gorra
sunglasseslos lentes de sol
tank topla camiseta (sin mangas)
sleeveless shirtla camiseta (sin mangas)
t-shirtla playera*
convertible pantslos pantalones convertibles
cargo shortsla pantaloneta o pantaloncillos cargo
skirtla falda 
dressel vestido
swimsuitel traje de baño o la calzoneta
bikiniel bikini
flip-flopslas sandalias
sandalslas sandalias
sneakerslos zapatos deportivos o tenis
hiking bootslas botas para senderismo

PRO TIP! The word for “t-shirt” in Spanish varies throughout all the Spanish-speaking countries. The most neutral way of calling it is la camiseta, but la playera is more common in Mexico and some countries in Central America. You’ll hear la remera in Argentina, la polera in Chile, la chema in Costa Rica, and la polo in Peru.

Rent a Camping Site in Spanish

If you decide to go camping in a reserved area or national park in a Spanish-speaking country, these questions and sentences could come in handy:

¿Cuánto cuesta la noche en el parque?
How much does spending a night at the park cost?

¿Puedo traer a mi mascota?
Can I bring my pet along?

¿Hay una enfermería?
Is there an infirmary?

¿En dónde está?

Where is it?

¿Hay animales salvajes en el área para acampar?
Are there wild animals near the camping area?

¿Se permite hacer una fogata?
Is it permitted to build a campfire?

¿Me puedes ayudar a armar mi tienda de campaña?
Can you help me set up my tent?

¿En dónde hay un teléfono?
Where can I find a phone?

¿En dónde puedo comprar repelente contra mosquitos?
Where can I buy mosquito repellent?

Necesito ayuda con…
I need help with…

Campfire

Here are some other Spanish camping words you may need:

EnglishSpanish
camping siteel sitio para acampar
campers (people)los campistas
camping trailerel tráiler para acampar o el camper
power outletel tomacorriente
grillla parrilla
fishing rodla caña de pescar

Camping-related Verbs for Spanish Conversation

  • to camp – acampar
  • to walk/hike – caminar
  • to swim – nadar
  • to cut – cortar
  • to breathe – respirar
  • to eat – comer
  • to drink – beber/tomar
  • to grab – tomar/agarrar
  • to cover – cubrir
  • to clean (up) – limpiar
  • to pick up – recoger
  • to carry – cargar
  • to set (up) – armar
  • to pack – empacar
  • to unpack – desempacar
  • to wrap – envolver
  • to put – poner
  • to take (off/away) – quitar
  • to recycle – reciclar
  • to reuse – reusar
  • to reduce – reducir

Where to Go Camping in Spanish-Speaking Countries

Now you’re all packed and ready to go camping in a Spanish-Speaking country. If you’re still unsure of which place to visit for your next adventure, check out the next section where I provide a list with five places in Spanish-speaking countries that you don’t want to miss! Hopefully these options inspire you to find your perfect camping site in a Spanish-speaking country.

1. El Volcán de Acatenango, Guatemala

Camping in Spanish

If you love camping, but also hiking and climbing, this is the perfect experience for you. The Acatenango Volcano is near Antigua Guatemala, a colonial city located 20 miles (35 km) away from the country’s capital, Guatemala City. Acatenango is the third tallest volcano in Guatemala at 13,045 feet above sea level (3,976 meters). It takes almost a full day to climb to the top, and you’ll start your camping adventure with the sunset at around 5 pm, leaving some free time to relax with some other camping activities. This is a true adventure for camping under the stars atop a volcano!

Learn more: 5 Beautiful Places to Visit in Antigua Guatemala

2. Bariloche, Argentina

Camping in Spanish

Bariloche is located in Argentina on the south-western border with Chile. At the foothills of the Andes, this touristic city offers a wide range of lakes, streams, trees, and mountains to explore. The best time to go camping here is during spring or summer (which is September to February in the southern hemisphere), since the winter is often too harsh for campers to enjoy.

Learn more: 7 Most Remarkable Natural Wonders of Argentina 

3. Tota Lake, Colombia

Camping in Spanish

If a body of water is a must in your camping trip, then Tota Lake (La laguna Tota) is the right place for you. The third biggest lake in Latin America occupies 21.3 square miles (55 square km) and also hosts some towns around it.

4. Tunari National Park, Bolivia

Camping in Spanish

Bolivia is usually an overlooked destiny in Latin America, but you can find beauty all throughout this amazing country. Tunari is 2.5 miles (4km) west of Cochabamba, Bolivia’s fourth biggest city, and it promises plenty of adventurous options in hiking and ecotourism.

5. The Pyrenees, Spain

Pyrenees

If you’re looking for a great camping experience in a Spanish-speaking country, then visit the Pyrenees in Spain (Los montes pirineos). The Spanish pyrenees provide 248 miles (400 km) of mountains for hiking, camping, climbing—or even skiing if you decide to go during the winter.

Let’s go camping!

Green Camping in Spanish: Camping Ecológico

A nature-loving camper is bound to respect it. After all, the Earth is the only planet we’ve got, and we need to take care of it. Here are three simple ideas to do it translated from English to Spanish:

Reduce, reusa y recicla.
Reduce, reuse and recycle.

Envuelve tus emparedados en papel encerado, no plástico.
Wrap your sandwiches in wax wraps, not plastic.

Regresa contigo la basura de la que no puedas deshacerte.
Take back with you the trash that you’re not able to get rid of.

Waste Vocabulary in Spanish

Here are a few words to know for labeling the waste items you may have with you on your camping trip in Spanish.

EnglishSpanish
napkinla servilleta
canslas latas
plastic containerslos contenedores plásticos
plastic bagslas bolsas plásticas
wasteel desecho 
trash canel bote de la basura
jarel frasco
wrapperslos envoltorios
trashla basura

Talk to a Native Spanish Speaker

Thank you for reading this super useful Spanish vocabulary guide to camping! I’m certain this blog post can equip you with the specific terms and phrases you need to make your Spanish-speaking camping trip a success. If you’re ready to practice your knowledge for free with a native speaker, sign up for a free Spanish class with a certified teacher from Guatemala at Homeschool Spanish Academy! Join more than 24,000 active monthly students who are prioritizing their language learning goals and gaining Spanish fluency in 1-on-1, student-tailored classes.

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Italo-Guatemalan, born and raised in Guatemala City, where I got a B.A. in Communication and Journalism. Currently, I'm living in Spain where I'm studying for a master's degree. I'm a language and travel enthusiast who speaks Spanish, English, Italian, and a bit of Hungarian. I love watching sports, practicing boxing, writing, and gaming.
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