Tortuga Travel Backpacks | Award-Winning Carry Ons and Personal Items
Bring everything you need in a carry on
Carry-on backpacks built for all-day comfort and years of travel.
“Best backpack for single-bag travelers”
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A bag for every kind of trip
Whether you’re traveling for a year, a week, or a weekend, find the bag that fits your next adventure.
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4.6 (224 reviews)
Pro Backpack 40L
Best for: Multi-week trips in one bag
Max carry-on. All-day comfort. Waterproof fabric.
$350
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4.9 (16 reviews)
Pro Backpack 34L
Best for: Trips up to one week in one bag
Lighter, mid-sized carry-on. Waterproof fabric.
$300
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4.8 (85 reviews)
Daily Carry Pro
Best for: Pairing with a suitcase
Max-sized personal item. Waterproof fabric.
$250
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Don’t let your luggage ruin your trip
Checking a bag means lines before your flight, baggage claim after you land, and a checked-bag fee. Then you’re dragging a rolling suitcase through crowds, over cobblestone streets, and up stairs.
Designed for carry-on travel, Tortuga backpacks fit in overhead bins, carry comfortably, and move easily through the city.
Travel lighter. Move faster.
Keep your bag with you, skip baggage claim, and move hands-free after you land.
| Situation | Tortuga Backpacks |
Standard Luggage |
|---|---|---|
| Before your flight | Head straight to security, skip bag drop | Wait in line to check your bag |
| After you land | Walk past baggage claim and out the door | Wait for your bag at the luggage carousel |
| Checked bag fees | No checked-bag fee ($0) | $70-$100 on every round-trip flight |
| Bag location | With you in the cabin | In the cargo hold where it can get lost or damaged |
| Mobility | Hands free | Hands full |
| Getting around | Carries comfortably on rough streets, up stairs, and through crowds |
Built for smooth, level surfaces only and struggles everywhere else |
Built for the whole trip not just the airport
Max out overhead bin space
The 22 × 14 × 8-inch design gives you a full 40L of packing space while meeting US and international carry-on limits.
Carry comfortably
The height-adjustable harness and padded hip belt transfer up to 80% of the weight from your shoulders to your hips for a more comfortable carry.
Pack like a suitcase
The clamshell opening gives you full access to the main compartment, while dedicated pockets keep your clothes and gear organized.
We've spent 16 years designing, building, and carrying backpacks with one goal in mind: To make travel easier.
Two weeks. One bag.
See how travelers pack everything they need without checking a bag.
What Travelers Are Saying
"My partner and I used these backpacks as our only luggage for three months of travel across Europe, Africa, Asia, and North America. They were incredible! ... They were really comfortable to wear around even for long stretches of time, with the padding on the back and the hip belt and top buckle... I did a ton of research before buying a backpack for our trip and I didn't regret purchasing these for a second." Kelly
Verified Buyer
"I've spent 5 years traveling with different iterations of the Tortuga travel backpack and I literally won't travel with anyone else. I travel for a living and have to be able to pack enough to live across multiple climates, and I have no problem fitting everything I need into my Tortuga. On top of that, it's comfortable and organizes well." Nick
Verified Buyer
"Perfect for one bag travel! I took this bag on a 21 day trip to, Europe, Egypt and Israel. It fit all airlines, even WIZZ, without any problems. The bag is very comfortable, lightweight and tough. I am so pleased with my purchase." Tyler
Verified Buyer
"I travel 6-8 months a year and purchased the 40L ten years ago after reading an NYT review. Despite being frequently slung and carried over my shoulder, kicked through security lines at airports, and abused by luggage carousels when checking bags is free, it looks new. Not a single seam or zipper shows any sign of stress or wear. Both the interior and exterior surfaces are as supple as the day it was bought." David
Verified Buyer
FAQ
I chose Tortuga because of the reputation the company has of making phenomenal backpacks... The bag was quite full but really carried like a dream and wasn’t an issue at all on the flight.
Pepe
Verified Buyer, Pro Backpack 40L
Can I carry it on?
Yes. Tortuga travel backpacks are designed to meet common airline carry-on limits. Even our largest, [40L bags](/content/collections/40-liter-backpacks "40 Liter Backpacks"/index.html) measure 22 × 14 × 8 inches to fit on US and international airlines. Always check the rules for your airline and fare before flying.
Will it be comfortable?
Yes. Every Tortuga travel backpack is designed for comfortable carry. For heavier loads and the most adjustable fit, the [Pro 40L](/content/products/travel-backpack-40l "Pro Backpack 40L"/index.html) has a height-adjustable suspension system and padded hip belt that transfers up to 80% of the weight from your shoulders to your hips.
Will it fit me?
Yes, there's a Tortuga bag for every height and size. For a custom fit, try the [Pro 40L's](/content/products/travel-backpack-40l "Pro Backpack 40L"/index.html) height-adjustable harness.
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Pro 40L + Compression Cubes
Add compressible cubes to organize your clothes and maximize your packing space.
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