While preparing for my mission in the Philippines (read here about my project for Virlanie Foundation), I found multiple tourist and culture guides, blogs and other useful websites listing important things to bring. Here’s what I consider the must-have for a backpacker trip to the Philippines:
- Sweaters, jacket
- Rain coat
- Headlamp
- Earplugs
- Hat or scarf, sunscreen with high SPF and sunglasses
- Dry bag
- Under-cover money belt or discrete wallets
- Moskito net
- Tissue paper or wet wipes
- Comfortable sandals
- Swiss knife
- Snorkel gear
- Aqua shoes
- Emergency kit including moskito repellantm, topical antiseptic, oral medications, bandages, and sanitizer
- Camera
- Rechargeable batteries
- Power adapter
- Copies of ID cards and an emergency contact list
Agreed 😉 Adding one point: inflatable neck pillow & sleep mask for the perfect sleeping kit!
Agreed! I had almost forgotten both but also added them to my back before leaving. 😉