What to Pack in Your Suitcase for Bali
Bali is classically quite a conservative province however it is acceptable for tourists to wear t-shirts, shorts, singlets, flip-flops, and other typical summer attire generally worn in Australia. In saying this, if you are invited into a sacred temple, attending a local religious ceremony, or visiting a Balinese family, it is vital that you dress more modestly.
The town or resort in which you stay, as well as the type of holiday you plan to have, will dictate what you wear, but overall, here we’ve curated a list of must-haves for your Bali suitcase and travels. Packing is half the fun!
Sunglasses
Robust sunnies are essential, especially as you’ll be gazing into many sunsets over the beach horizon in Kuta, Seminyak, Uluwatu, and Canggu. Our tip is to not bring your most expensive pair, as you risk losing them on a plane, by a pool, or having them stolen by a monkey in Ubud Monkey Forest (not a joke, this happened to our Tourism Expert, Shannon!). Bring the el cheapo pair instead. Function over fashion.
Swimmers
Bring two sets of swimmers, so you can alternate each day while one pair is drying on your balcony or deck. Pack a one-piece for the surf, and a two-piece for lazing by the pool. Kids will be better to bring swimmers with full sleeves for sun protection. You could also pack a fancy bikini top that doubles as a top to save on precious packing space.
Large Carry Bag
This one triples as a plane carry-on, plus a shopping bag for visits to Beachwalk Shopping Center in Kuta, plus a beach bag to throw everything in. Like the sunnies, don’t bring your most expensive tote. Bringing lavish attention to oneself is not necessary in this setting.
Sunscreen and Hat
Crucial. The sunscreen I purchased in Bali claimed to be SPF 50+, however, I felt the burn significantly. Spending much time outdoors, whether walking, cycling, paddling, or sunbaking, you’ll want to slip, slop, and slap multiple times a day. Protect your beautiful skin!
Footwear
Rubber flip-flops for beach and pool days, fancy sandals for evenings and restaurants, and sneakers/runners for adventures; that’s all you need. You definitely don’t need heels or multiple pairs of slides. I always make the mistake of overpacking. The last time I visited Bali I overpacked by about five too many dresses and five too many pairs of shoes. Take notes from me and only pack what you need. Shoes are bulky and heavy, so be ruthless. You can always buy an extra pair there if you’re short on footwear.
Clothing
Since the temperature can reach up to 30°C during Bali’s wet season, we suggest packing light and breathable wear. Fabrics such as cotton, silk, and linen are perfect as they dry quickly in the humidity. For more comfort, avoid wearing tight clothing to minimise the risk of chafing and sweating in the tropical heat. For women, pack a few relaxed dresses that can double as day and evening wear. For men, casual t-shirts, boardies, and shorts are easy for travelling. Ultimately, wear loose-fitting garments in breathable fibres.
Essentials
Don’t forget to pack your essentials like passports, travel documents, underwear, socks, sleepwear, toiletries, tech, earplugs, eye masks, and hand sanitiser. We also recommend travelling with a portable phone charger/power bank, as you never know when your phone may run out of battery when you need it most.
Credit cards are accepted everywhere, however, you’ll be paying a substantial fee to your bank with each transaction, so it may be better to organise a Travel Money Card. Additionally, be sure to organise your travel insurance before leaving. And, you can prepare your Indonesian Visa before you arrive in Bali on the official site, which will make your travelling smoother and more efficient on arrival. If you don’t get the chance to organise your Visa in advance, don’t stress, you can purchase this on arrival at the airport. Contact your friendly My Bali Expert for more information on Visas, travel money, and insurance.
During the wet season, it may even be worth adding a rain jacket and umbrella to your suitcase because the weather conditions can change quite quickly. Although the showers are always very short and refreshing, you never know when a rain shower is going to fall.
Getting to Bali
Travelling to Bali from Australia is easy, especially with My Bali. We curate perfectly packaged deals that are brimming with Bonus Value and exclusive inclusions, like flights, room upgrades, bucket-list experiences, transfers, and so much more. Contact a My Bali Expert and let us do all the thinking for you. Simply arrive and holiday.
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