Bali Essentials
Bali Packing List
This Bali packing list covers everything you need for a comfortable, stress‑free trip — from clothing and toiletries to electronics, documents, and Bali‑specific essentials. Use it as a checklist before you fly.
Quick Navigation
- Clothing
- Toiletries & Personal Care
- Electronics
- Travel Documents
- Health & Safety Items
- Beach & Outdoor Gear
- Optional Extras
- FAQ
👕 Clothing
Bali is warm year‑round, so pack lightweight, breathable clothing.
- Light T‑shirts and tank tops
- Shorts and breathable pants
- Swimwear
- Light dress or casual evening wear
- Sarong (required for temples)
- Light jacket or shawl for evenings
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Flip‑flops or sandals
🧴 Toiletries & Personal Care
Most items are available in Bali, but bring your preferred brands.
- Sunscreen (reef‑safe recommended)
- Aloe vera or after‑sun lotion
- Toothbrush and toothpaste
- Deodorant
- Shampoo and conditioner
- Razor and shaving cream
- Makeup and remover
- Hair ties and brush
🔌 Electronics
Bring the essentials and check plug compatibility in the Electricity & Adapters guide.
- Phone and charger
- Universal travel adapter
- Power bank
- Camera or GoPro
- Noise‑cancelling headphones
- eSIM or SIM card plan (guide here)
📄 Travel Documents
Keep digital and physical copies of important documents.
- Passport (6+ months validity)
- Travel insurance
- Flight details
- Hotel or villa bookings
- International driver’s permit (if renting a scooter)
- Emergency contacts
💊 Health & Safety Items
Useful items to stay healthy and comfortable.
- Basic first‑aid kit
- Hand sanitizer
- Wet wipes
- Rehydration salts
- Motion sickness tablets
- Mosquito repellent
- Probiotics (if you have a sensitive stomach)
🏖 Beach & Outdoor Gear
Perfect for Bali’s beaches, waterfalls, and day trips.
- Beach towel or quick‑dry towel
- Reusable water bottle
- Dry bag for boats and waterfalls
- Snorkel gear (optional)
- Waterproof phone pouch
- Light backpack for day trips
✨ Optional Extras
- Travel pillow
- Portable fan
- Small laundry detergent
- Travel clothesline
- Books or Kindle
- Reusable shopping bag
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need warm clothes for Bali?
Only a light jacket for evenings or air‑conditioned spaces.
Can I buy toiletries in Bali?
Yes — supermarkets and pharmacies carry most brands.
Should I bring cash?
Yes. See the Money guide for tips.