Packing list
Discover the ultimate packing list for your trip to Thailand here. Remember: less is often more - and in Thailand you can buy everything you need locally! These recommendations are based on our personal experiences over the last few years. Use our list as a starting point and add to it according to your individual needs. We hope it will help you with your planning. Very important are sun protection, insect repellent, light and breathable clothing but also culturally appropriate clothing.
You should definitely put this on your Thailand packing list:
Detailed packing list for Thailand to check off:
General - Suitcases, backpacks & co:
Hand luggage case with 4 wheels
Large travel bag for the plane
Hard case, fabric case
Case accessories: case strap, combination lock
70L backpacker backpack
Rain cover for backpacks
Packing cube / organizer
1L zip bag for hand luggage
Vacuum / compression bags
Toiletry bag
For the flight:
Comfortable clothing (jogging pants, long sweater)
Neck pillow / travel pillow
Medication: painkillers, sedatives, LEFAX liquid capsules (for flatulence/ bloating), IMODIUM aktu lingual orodispersible tablets (for diarrhea)
1L bag: e.g. for small hygiene products such as deodorant or disinfectant gel
Other items: (wireless) headphones, earplugs, sleeping mask, tissues, glasses case, chewing gum, small hairbrush, hand mirror, FFP2 masks (depending on the current situation), hand cream, reading glasses, glasses case
Personal documents:
Passport and/or identity card
Wallet incl. cash, credit cards for abroad, insurance card (health insurance), driver's license (inter- / national), emergency contacts, phone numbers for card blocking
Flight confirmations, hotel bookings, vaccination certificates, international health insurance policy (tip: also save on your smartphone & in the cloud)
Passport photos - if you want to apply for or extend a visa on site
Waterproof document cover
A little change before arrival can't hurt
Digital gadgets:
Smartphone incl. charger
Laptop/notebook, charging cable, mouse, hard disks, USB sticks
Adapter for micro SIM cards / USB-C ports or similar.
Travel adapter for Thailand sockets
Multiple (USB) plug
Camera equipment (camera, lenses, charging station, memory cards, GoPro)
Portable Bluetooth jukebox
Powerbank (ATTENTION: must be transported in the suitcase, not in hand luggage!)
Digital luggage scale (for us a must-have for weighing on the go)
Flexible selfie stick and tripod
eBook reader
mp3 player
Clothing:
Light summer clothing (e.g. linen pants, dresses, especially light-colored clothing)
Weatherproof clothing in the rainy season (outdoor/rain jacket, umbrella)
Swimwear: bikinis / swimsuits, swimming shorts
Headgear (beach hats, fishing hats, caps)
At least one long sweater
At least one pair of long (jogging) pants
A pair of sturdy shoes (e.g. sneakers)
Other shoes as desired (e.g. flip-flops, sandals)
Other: sleepwear, sportswear, T-shirts, skirts, dresses, shorts, robes, cover-ups/beach dresses, belts, party outfits, underwear ...
For the beach:
Large beach bag
Towels
Sunglasses
Cooler bag
Inflatable cushion
Sun cream
Swimming aids (water wings, air mattress etc.)
Children's toys
Beach towel/sarong
Beach hideaway, e.g. this or that
Portable safe, e.g. Travelsafe
Drybag
Hygiene & medication:
Deodorant spray (you won't find this easily in Asia)
Handkerchief packs (also difficult in Asia, if then only 1 or maximum 2-ply)
After-sun lotion (soothes the skin in case of sunburn)
Facial care (washing gel, toner, cream, serum, masks etc.)
Cosmetics/make-up, make-up remover wipes
Wet wipes
Intimate care
Cotton pads & cotton buds
Feminine hygiene: pads, tampons, menstrual cup, a urinella (if you are often out and about away from toilets)
Contraceptives (condoms, birth control pill)
Lip balm (also with UV protection)
Toothbrush, toothpaste, dental floss, mouthwash
Shower kit (shampoo, conditioner, shower gel)
Dry shampoo
Contact lenses incl. accessories or daily lenses
Razor, shaving foam, replacement blades, aftershave
Perfume (preferably in small bottles)
Medicine bag: Headache tablets (Aspirin®, Thomapyrin®), painkillers (ibuprofen, paracetamol), cranberry capsules (for bladder infections), cold medicines such as ACC®-Cough suppressant, nasal spray, BoxaGrippal®etc., tablets for nausea/seasickness, disinfectant spray for wounds, Bepanthen® Ointment, waterproof plasters and blister plasters
Hairbrush / comb
Curling iron, straightener
Styling products
Nail polish and nail polish remover
Small nail scissors and tweezers (pack well)
Cosmetic mirror with magnification
Further articles:
Hair fashion (hair ties, hair bands, hair clips)
Jewelry and piercings
Mosquito repellent:
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Recommendation: Insect bite healer BiteAway
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Recommendation: SYSTRAL Hydrocort 0.5% cream
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Autan Tropical Pump Spray
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Fenistil gel
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Notepad & pen (if you also like to travel oldschool) - for example, we have all important family contacts, phone numbers to block the credit card and passwords/login data in case the cell phone breaks down or even gets lost.
Fan and/or hand fan
Cell phone covers, bulletproof glass
Small trekking backpack for hikes and excursions
Shoulder bag/bum bag for on the go
Large bag for laundry, laundry net if necessary, bra wash bag
Multifunctional bottle opener (very practical!)
Waterproof cell phone protective cover
Repair kit sewing kit
Books & magazines to read
IMPORTANT!
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Powerbanks MUST be carried in hand baggage. They are not permitted in checked baggage/suitcases.
Of course, this list is only a rough recommendation, not a must. It should be adapted to your personal needs and also depends on whether you are traveling in a more minimalist way or would pack even more. If you're traveling with children, there's bound to be a lot more, but you probably know that best yourself. 😊 We hope we were still able to give you a few packing tips and make your travel planning a little easier. But always remember: there should still be ENOUGH space for souvenirs & snacks 😉
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