ASIA PACKING LIST
CLOTHES & SHOES
Tops (3 daytime & 2 evening)
Shorts (pack 4 and/or skirts)
Trousers (1 pair for travel days)
Jumper (1 for travel days)
Swimwear (3)
Raincoat (1 lightweight waterproof jacket)
Underwear (only pack 7 as washing is very cheap)
Socks (only pack 5 as you will mostly find yourself in flip flops or sandals)
Pyjamas (pack 2 sets for hot weather)
Hat / Cap (1)
SHOES
Hiking Shoes (1 pair and make sure they are comfortable for travel days)
Flip Flops / Sandals (1)
TECHNOLOGY & ESSENTIALS
Phone & Charger (2)
Universal Travel Adapter (1)
Power Bank (make sure it is long life, if not bring 2)
Earphones (bring wired as well as bluetooth)
Padlock (2)
Microfibre Towel (1)
Insulated Reusable Water Bottle (tap water is not safe to drink)
Sunglasses
Speaker & Camera & GoPro & Cards (extra luxury)
TOILETRIES & ACCESSORIES
Shampoo & Conditioner
Body Wash & Face Wash
Toothbrush & Toothpaste
Deodorant
Razor & Shaving Cream
Suncream (expensive in Asia)
Mosquito Repellent (or by on arrival as it is cheap in Asia)
Paracetamols / Ibuprofen
Hand Sanitiser
Wet Wipes
Personal Medication (full supply for the trip)
Tissues (many bathrooms don’t provide any)
Tweezers & Nail Clippers
Travel Clothes Wash (just for emergencies)
Lip Balm
Hair Brush & Hair Bands
Makeup (only minimal)
Compact Mirror (extra luxury)
Perfume
DOCUMENTS
Passport (also printed & digital copies)
Travel Insurance Details
Bank Cards (bring 2 cards minimum)
Cash (bring before or once you arrive)
Local SIM or eSIM (recommend using an AIRLO eSIM)
Visa Documents (if required)
Download Offline Maps
Download Offline Translation App
Download Local Transport Apps (GRAB, GOJEK, GO12)
Luggage Tags & AirTag (in case luggage gets misplaced)
BAGS
Main Backpack (40L–70L)
Daypack (20L-30L)
Cross Body Bag (good for everyday use)
Packing Cubes (helps keep everything organised)
Laundry Bag
Dry Bag (boat trips)
Tote Bag (beach days & shopping)