Thailand Packing List

What to bring for heat, temples and island hops, and what to leave at home.

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  • Thailand Packing List
  • Passport, valid at least six months
  • Printed bookings and document copies
  • Travel insurance
  • Thai baht, small notes
  • At least one credit or debit card
  • Unlocked phone and tourist SIM
  • Power adapter, plug types A, B, C
  • Power bank
  • Bag you can carry upstairs
  • Small day pack
  • Five to seven light tops
  • Long trousers or skirts
  • Sarong or scarf
  • Swimsuit or bathing suit
  • Light rain jacket
  • Light layer for air conditioning
  • Slip-on shoes or sandals
  • Hat and sunglasses
  • Sunscreen for the trip
  • Insect repellent with DEET
  • Reusable water bottle
  • Electrolyte packs
  • Tissues and wet wipes
  • Personal medications
  • Mini first aid kit
  • Quick-dry towel
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Built for a first-time visitor on a one-to-two-week trip through Bangkok, the north and the beaches. Heat is the baseline, so pack light. Temples are the exception: shoulders and knees covered, men and women. The Grand Palace is stricter and asks for covered ankles too. Your passport needs at least six months of validity. Budget for cash: Under30Experiences expects $300 to $400 USD of spending on its ten-day itinerary beyond what's included, and says restaurants add at least 3% when you pay by card. Denim, bulky hiking boots and full-size toiletries stay home. This list leaves out trekking gear.

Why these items are on the list

  1. Passport, valid at least six months. Travelite says it must be valid at least six months from entry. A visa may apply depending on your stay.
  2. Printed bookings and document copies. Keep digital and paper copies of hotels, flights and insurance.
  3. Travel insurance. Carry proof of valid cover with your documents.
  4. Thai baht, small notes. Markets run on cash. Small denominations make paying easier.
  5. At least one credit or debit card. Under30Experiences says restaurants take cards, but expect at least 3% added to the bill.
  6. Unlocked phone and tourist SIM. Buy a SIM at the airport or set up an eSIM before you fly.
  7. Power adapter, plug types A, B, C. Custom Asia Travel lists plug types A, B, C. Under30Experiences: 220 to 240V; single-voltage devices may need a converter.
  8. Power bank. Under30Experiences says days are packed and you'll want your phone charged for photos.
  9. Bag you can carry upstairs. Trains, ferries, floating docks and hotel changes. Pack light enough to lift it.
  10. Small day pack. Holds water, cash, phone, sanitizer, tissues and a scarf for surprise temples.
  11. Five to seven light tops. CabinZero suggests five to seven for two weeks. Laundry is affordable, so don't pack more than necessary.
  12. Long trousers or skirts. CabinZero suggests two pairs for a two-week trip. They must cover the knees; loose and breathable beats tight.
  13. Sarong or scarf. Covers shoulders when you pass a temple unplanned. Also works as sun cover.
  14. Swimsuit or bathing suit. Swimwear for beach days and spontaneous swimming trips.
  15. Light rain jacket. Wet season runs May to October, or early November per TakeMeTour. Rain remains possible through February.
  16. Light layer for air conditioning. Air conditioning can be chilly in malls and airports. Northern evenings from November to February may need a light jacket.
  17. Slip-on shoes or sandals. Shoes come off at temples. In rainy season, plastic soles are slippery.
  18. Hat and sunglasses. The sun is strong. Both belong in the day pack.
  19. Sunscreen for the trip. If you're swimming, Custom Asia Travel prefers reef-safe. 7-Eleven sells sunscreen if you run out, especially in Bangkok.
  20. Insect repellent with DEET. Use it especially in the evening, near water and in rural or beach areas.
  21. Reusable water bottle. Tap water isn't drinkable. Some hotels provide free drinking water to refill from.
  22. Electrolyte packs. The heat is intense. Pack electrolytes or rehydration salts alongside your reusable water bottle.
  23. Tissues and wet wipes. Toilet paper and soap aren't always available, and street food gets messy.
  24. Personal medications. Carry them in original packaging. Pharmacies in cities are well stocked, but bring what you know.
  25. Mini first aid kit. Antiseptic wipes, band-aids, pain relievers, anti-diarrheal tablets. Add motion sickness medication, especially helpful for boat rides or winding mountain roads.
  26. Quick-dry towel. Optional, but handy for beach stops and hostel stays.

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