20 Must-Have Gadgets & Travel Accessories for Fiji

Last Updated: 4 November, 2024

Handy Travel Accessories for an Island Getaway to Fiji

Travelling to Fiji, or any of the South Pacific Islands, just got a lot easier (and a lot more fun) thanks to these handy gadgets and travel accessories to pack! Sure, most gadgets you don’t know you need and can definitely survive without, but they’re just too cool to not try, like water bottles that allow you to drink the water from anywhere or an ingenious waterproof phone pouch. Check out all our favourite travel gadgets and accessories for Fiji in the list below!

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Just a side note: This list is written by travel writers who have genuinely visited Fiji and has not been copied or generated by AI. Scroll to the bottom of the page to learn more about us.

1. Waterproof Camera

On land, Fiji’s stunning sandy beaches and lush palm trees make the perfect picture opportunity. Under the water’s surface though, that’s the real photo opportunity! Snorkelling or scuba diving in vibrant coral reefs teeming with tropical fish is an experience you will never want to forget. So snap up the underwater world by getting an underwater camera. There are many awesome underwater camera brands out there, but one of the most popular for its versatility and wide-angle lens is a GoPro action camera. As an added bonus, waterproof usually means “dustproof” and “sandproof” which, in our experience, is pretty essential in Fiji!

Check out Amazon’s range of waterproof cameras or the GoPro Amazon Store.

2. Lifestraw Bottle

While Fiji’s main cities and resorts all have safe drinking water, most travellers’ stomachs cannot handle the water collected in some of the villages and outer islands. If you plan on exploring Fiji beyond the resort, then we recommend getting a Lifestraw Bottle. It’s our most prized travel accessory! The filtration system removes 99.9999% of waterborne bacteria, as well as 99.9% of waterborne protozoan. It makes a quick and convenient alternative to boiling water every time. For more information about water safety in Fiji, check out our article titled Can You Drink the Water in Fiji?

Check the Lifestraw Bottles out!

3. Microfibre Travel Towel

Microfibre towels make the perfect beach towel! They are always our go-to, as they fold up to a super compact size, making them easy to fit into your beach bag and suitcase. Plus, microfibre towels dry super quickly compared to cotton towels, so you do not need to carry smelly towels around. Yes, even compared to the beach towels supplied at Fiji’s resorts, we always prefer a travel towel.

Check out 4Monster Camping Towels here!

20 Must-Have Gadgets & Travel Accessories for Fiji

4. Waterproof/Dustproof Phone Pouch

Sand, water, dust… There are quite a few elements on a tropical vacation that don’t mix well with phones. That’s why a waterproof phone pouch is more than an awesome idea as an essential tropical travel gadget! Some waterproof phone pouches, such as the Niveaya Phone Pouch, can be used to snap photos underwater with your phone. Plus, they even float should your clumsy self drop your phone in the water.

Check Niveaya Phone Pouch out!

5. Waterproof Playing Cards

Taking some playing cards on holiday is a must, right?! How else are you going to pass the time at the airport or on an evening before dinner? Again, because Fiji is kind of sandy and watery, a pack of waterproof playing cards is the way to go!

Check out Amazon’s range of waterproof playing cards!

6. Gorilla Tripod

If you really want to snap up the perfect Instagram pics, then don’t forget to pack a GorillaPod! The wrappable legs cling onto just about anything, from the front of the boat of your Fijian cruise to a palm tree on the beach. This simple and compact tripod is a way to take your travel photos to the next level!

Check JOBY GorillaPod out!

7. Solar Charger

Depending on where you’re travelling to, you might not have access to electricity 100% of the time, but you will have access to sunlight – an average of 13 hours of it per day! Have a trusty backup to charge your devices with a solar-powered charger, like Sunnybag’s Portable Solar Panels, which effortlessly straps to the back of your day pack and connects straight to your device. Genius!

Check the Sunnybag’s Portable Solar Panels out!

8. Cord Organiser

You don’t need us to tell you about the nightmare that is electrical wires getting knotted up while you’re travelling. Make it a non-issue by getting yourself a simple yet effective cord organiser.

Check the Tophome Cord Organiser out!

9. Pure Silicone Mask and Snorkel with High Flow Purge Valve

Needless to say, you’ll be doing a fair bit of snorkelling in Fiji. Up your snorkelling game and avoid cheap and uncomfortable rental masks using a TUSA Sport snorkel and mask set! Constructed with pure silicone, these masks and snorkels are not only comfortable but healthier. We also like the quality purge valve that stops water from entering the snorkel, so no more spluttering when you reach the surface! We’ve been using these masks and snorkel sets for years and cannot fault them.

Check the TUSA Sport Snorkel Set out!

10. Reef-Safe Sunscreen

While sunscreen might not be considered a gadget, an environmentally-friendly sunscreen that is kind to the coral reefs and your skin is still pretty darn impressive! Protect yourself and the environment you are exploring with some of the best sunscreens we’ve trialled and tested in the 10 Best Reef-Safe Sunscreens for Fiji.

11. Packing Cubes

Something that you can use for every type of holiday is packing cubes! The cube bags that come in various sizes not only make your clothes fit into your luggage better but also make finding things again super easy! We’ve been using packing cubes for all our South Pacific travels and have never looked back!

Check the TravelWise Packing Cube System out!

12. Waterproof Wallet

It’s always handy to have a mix of cash and your credit card when exploring Fiji – just take a look at What is the Best Way to Pay in Fiji? for more advice. Save your fancy wallet for home and get yourself a waterproof and dustproof wallet for Fiji!

Check the Pelican Micro Sport Wallet out!

13. Kids’ Travel Gadgets

If you’re travelling with children, then there’s a whole array of travel gadgets you could be packing to make for a smoother and more fun family holiday to Fiji. Check out the kids’ GPS tracker watch, kids’ underwater camera, fold-up travel stroller, portable steriliser and more in our 30 Essential Tips for Travelling to Fiji with Children.

14. Travel Hair Trimmer

Hey, we get it; you still want to look sharp in Fiji. For that, you’re going to need a compact cordless hair trimmer like a Wahl Trimmer. They have a wide range of compact and cordless trimmers that include a blade guard, brushes and close trim attachments.

Check the Wahl Store on Amazon out!

15. Bluetooth Item Locator

If your bag, phone, keys, wallet or other valuables decide to go walkabout, find them with ease using a Bluetooth item locator. The most versatile option is Tile, which has Bluetooth locators in all shapes, sizes, and bundles and can be used with both an iOS and Android app. Alternatively, Apple does a similar thing with the Apple AirTag.

Check out the Tile Store or Apple AirTag on Amazon.

16. AirFly Audio Transmitter

One for all your AirPod users out there, transmit audio from inflight entertainment, rental cars, gaming devices and just about anything with a 3.5 mm audio jack using the AirFly Audio Transmitter. You can even share the experience, as the AirFly connects to up to two AirPods.

Check out the AirFly Audio Transmitter on Amazon.

17. E-Reader

On the beach or on a long-haul flight, there is nothing better than lounging with a good book. Well… books are heavy and therefore not really travel-friendly. If you do not have a tablet or don’t like the idea of an e-reader app on your phone, look into e-readers so you can carry thousands of books with you at all times.

For under $140, get the market leader Kindle for huge compatibility or download the Free Kindle App to get access to a huge range of e-books right on your phone. Consider also trying Kindle Unlimited for free for 30 days to get unlimited books and audiobooks during your flight.

18. Water Socks

Explore the reef and beach without hurting your delicate feet with some water socks! Amazon goes nuts for these, so you can have a lot of fun selecting funky colours and designs. We like these simple Athmile Water Shoes which have flexible, breathable and quick-dry fabric on top and a protective rubber sole on the bottom.

Check the Athmile Water Shoes out!

19. Travel Adapters

Ok, so it wasn’t like you were going to forget to pack a travel adapter for Fiji, but just in case you haven’t bought yours yet, check out our suggestions in the 5 Best Travel Adapters for Fiji.

20. Hanging Luggage Scale

Finally, once you have packed all your travel gadgets and accessories for Fiji, you’re going to want to make sure your suitcase doesn’t exceed the weight restrictions of your chosen airline! This gives us the perfect segway into our final travel gadget, a digital luggage scale! Choose a portable scale so you can pack it in your suitcase and ensure your luggage isn’t too heavy for the way home. Plus, want to know what else to pack for Fiji? Take a look at our Full Fiji Packing List!

Check the Etekcity Digitial Hanging Luggage Scale out!

More Travel Gadgets and Accessories…

Can’t get enough of our travel gadgets and accessories for Fiji? Head on over to the 65 Genius Travel Gadgets & Accessories on our sister website, NZPocketGuide.com.

More Travel Gadgets for Fiji

That’s it for the guide to the must-have gadgets and accessories to pack for Fiji. For more packing tips, check out the following:

Finally, head over to The Complete Packing List for Fiji or get even more advice in our 30 Tips for Travelling in Fiji.

Sources:

The information in this guide has been compiled from our extensive research, travel and experiences across Fiji and the South Pacific, accumulated over more than a decade of numerous visits to each destination. Additional sources for this guide include the following:

Tourism Fiji (General travel advice - Updated [2025])
Fiji Immigration (Visa and immigration advice - Updated [2025])
Fiji Revenue & Customs Service (Customs and visitor taxes - Updated [2025])
Biosecurity Authority of Fiji (Biosecurity advice - Updated [2025])
Fiji Meteorological Service (Weather forecast and warnings - Updated [2025])
Fiji Bureau of Statistics (Statistics and travel data - Updated [2025])
Ministry of Tourism and Civil Aviation (Tourism statistics - Updated [2025])
Land Transport Authority (Road safety advice - Updated [2025])
Safe Travel (New Zealand travel advisory for Fiji - Updated [2025])
Smart Traveller (Australia travel advisory for Fiji - Updated [2025])
Travel.State.Gov (U.S. travel advisory for Fiji - Updated [2025])
SPTO (Pacific tourism advice - Updated [2025])
Fiji Hotel and Tourism Association (Tourism trade association - Updated [2025])

Our editorial standards: At Fiji Pocket Guide, we uphold strict editorial standards to ensure accurate and quality content.

About The Author

Robin (Ruveni) C.

This article was reviewed and published by Robin, the co-founder of Fiji Pocket Guide. He has lived, worked and travelled across 16 different countries before settling in the South Pacific, so he knows a thing or two about planning the perfect trip in this corner of the world. Robin is also the co-founder of several other South Pacific travel guides and is a regular host of webinars with the South Pacific Tourism Organisation.

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