Fiji Packing List: What to Pack for Fiji 🧳 [2024]© FijiPocketGuide.com
Fiji Packing List: What to Pack for Fiji 🧳 [2024]

Fiji Packing List: What to Pack for Fiji 🧳 [2024]

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The Ultimate Fiji Packing List

One thing that stands between you and a holiday in paradise is packing. Whether you love it or you hate it, packing needs to be done. But what do you need to pack for Fiji? In this complete packing list for Fiji, we go through what clothes you need to pack, as well as toiletries, medication, travel accessories, essentials, things for kids, and even what type of luggage to use.

Before we dive into the Fiji packing list, be sure to bookmark Everything You Need to Know About Arriving in Fiji for even more Fiji preparation tips.

5 Packing Tips for Fiji

Before we get into what to pack for Fiji, here are some quick packing tips:

  1. Be aware of what you need to declare when arriving at the borders of Fiji – write a list if you have a few things that are difficult to remember
  2. If you’re taking a domestic flight, helicopter or seaplane transfer in Fiji, be sure to pack lightly! The baggage allowance is much more limited than what’s allowed on international flights – usually around 15 kg (33 lbs) for checked baggage per person
  3. On a similar note, if you are taking a domestic flight that connects to an international flight, book them together to get the international baggage allowance
  4. If travelling for 7 days (one week), pack enough clothes for each day. If travelling for longer, pack for 7 days then make use of the laundry services available in most resorts and hotels in Fiji
  5. Use Packing Cubes to organise your suitcase – see our favourites on Amazon or these premium packing cubes to separate dirty from clean clothes.

Now, let’s get into the full packing list for Fiji!

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Clothes Packing List for Fiji

Fiji has consistently warm weather – usually 24-31°C (75-88°F) in the day and 18-25°C (64-77°F) in the evening – so packing light clothing is the way to go when packing for Fiji. Also, note that there are local customs when it comes to clothing, i.e. not wearing anything way too revealing outside of your resort, which is why we have included clothing items to “cover-up” in the below packing list.

Learn more about the local customs regarding clothing in What to Wear in Fiji: Clothes Packing List and Fiji Village Etiquette: Fijian Customs & Traditions.

What Should I Pack for 5 Days, 1 Week, or 2 Weeks in Fiji?

If staying in Fiji for less than a week, we recommend packing enough clothes for each day. If in Fiji for more than a week, then pack a week’s worth of clothes and make use of the laundry facilities in resorts and hotels.

Here’s a quick overview of what clothes to pack for Fiji. For our complete guide with all the details, make sure you also go to What Clothes to Pack for Fiji.

Fiji Casual Clothing

  • 4 Singlets/T-Shirts
  • 2 Blouses/Shirts to cover the shoulders visiting villages and sun protection
  • 2 Shorts/Skirts
  • 1 Light evening dress to impress at dinner
  • 1 Dress/Skirt below the knee for town or village visitis, etc. We recommend light fabrics such as the sustainable bamboo dresses and skirts by Moso Morrow
  • 1 Sarong (Sulu) will be your best friend for hitting the beach and covering your swimwear in between swimming. You can bring your own or there are plenty for sale once you arrive in Fiji
  • 1 or 2 Light sleepwear if you’re against sleeping in your undies
  • 1 Light Cardigan/Pashmina/Poncho for cooler evenings
  • 1 Sports shorts/Leggings for active activities
  • 1 Sports T-shirt/Singlet for active activities
  • 1 Warm fleece if you plan to do mountain hikes
  • 1 Outfit to travel between Fiji and home
  • 3 Bras including strapless, sports and comfortable bras
  • 6 Underwear
  • 4 Socks.

Fiji Swimwear

  • 1 Bikini for resort beach/pool
  • 1 One-piece for watersports/village stays
  • 2 Boardshorts for guys
  • 1 Rash vest (we like sustainable Sharkskin rashies).

Fiji Sun, Rain and Insect Protection

  • Sunhat
  • Sunglasses
  • Light shirt to cover arms and back
  • Light rain jacket/small umbrella.

Fiji Footwear

Again, we go into greater detail about what to wear in our What Clothes to Pack for Fiji, as well as a few more handy hints and suggestions in the 20 Essentials You Need to Pack for Fiji.

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Travel Accessories Packing List for Fiji

From the absolutely essential travel documents to the not-so-essential-but-good-to-have e-reader, this list of travel accessories has something for everyone but not necessarily everything for everyone. While we all have our preferences, here are some ideas on what travel accessories to pack for Fiji. Pick and choose what applies to you!

See our 20 Must-Have Gadgets & Accessories to Pack for Fiji for travel accessories that are not nessesarily essential but are just great to have.

Travel Essentials and Paperwork

Head to What Documents Do I Need to Travel to Fiji? LINK#TT001 for all the details on this all-essential paperwork.

Fiji Travel Accessories and Electronics

See the 20 Must-Have Gadgets & Travel Accessories for Fiji for more fun recommendations you never knew you needed!

Fiji Travel Accessories for Kids

See the 30 Essential Tips for Travelling to Fiji with Children for more information on each of the items mentioned.

Fiji Food Packing List

While we don’t generally recommend that you pack food for Fiji, if you have dietary needs that are often hard to cater for abroad (aside from vegan/vegetarian LINK#TTD219 and gluten-free LINK#TTD218 – we’ve got you covered), then you may want to bring a few essential ingredients. See what you can and cannot take in Taking Food to Fiji: What You Need to Know LINK#TT004.

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Toiletries and Medication Packing List for Fiji

Everyone has their own morning routine and different toiletries they use, so this list may well have a few things you don’t use, as well as a few things missing.

If you’re trying to pack light and are staying in resorts and hotels, know that many accommodations in Fiji provide shampoo, conditioner and soap in ensuite bathrooms.

A first aid kit is also important to address medical problems that commonly occur in Fiji, such as sunburn, heatstroke and mosquito bites. For more information on packing your own Fiji first aid kit, see What Medication to Pack in Your First Aid Kit for Fiji.

Fiji First Aid Kit

  • Travel vaccine passport (vaccinations record)
  • Paracetamol
  • Antihistamine pills or cream
  • Oral rehydration sachets (medical electrolytes)
  • Baby electrolytes
  • Antacids
  • Antidiarrhoeal pills e.g. loperamide
  • Nasal drops
  • Band-aids/plasters
  • Butterfly closures
  • Disinfectant wipes
  • Gauzes
  • Gloves
  • Tweezers
  • Thermometer
  • Elastic wraps
  • Flight socks
  • Antisceptic cream/spray
  • Hydrocortisone cream
  • Aloe vera soothing cream
  • Hand sanitiser
  • Multivitamins
  • A copy of the emergency numbers in Fiji
  • Antibiotics if recommended by your GP.

For information on what each medication is for, see What to Medication to Pack in Your First Aid Kit for Fiji.

Fiji Toiletries and Other Medication

  • Reef-safe sunscreen
  • SPF lip balm
  • Insect repellent
  • Seasickness pills
  • Prescription medication
  • Shampoo/conditioner (if not staying in a resort/hotel)
  • Toothbrush
  • Toothpaste
  • Feminine hygiene products
  • Soap (if not staying in a resort/hotel)
  • Razor/hair removal
  • Glasses/contact lenses
  • Hairbrush/comb
  • Tweezers
  • Nail clippers
  • Deodorant
  • Hand sanitiser.

For more health tips, see Fiji Safety Tips: Is it Safe to Travel to Fiji?

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What Type of Luggage to Use for Fiji

Finally, what are you going to pack it all into? Everyone has their preferences on luggage, but for Fiji, the best luggage depends on what type of travelling you plan on doing.

For those staying on the mainland or in luxury resorts, a suitcase will be suitable and easy to transport across the smooth surfaces you’re likely to encounter. For those doing a lot of moving around in Fiji, perhaps travelling by boat, a backpack is usually more practical when surfaces are not suitable for pulling a suitcase.

Luggage to Take to Fiji

Suitcases for Fiji

For the traveller who is staying in only one or two resorts, has transfers organised, and is not going anywhere “too crazy”, a suitcase will be the easy-going choice. Nothing beats the ease of rolling a wheely suitcase across the smooth surfaces of airports or high-end resorts. Plus, finding your clothes is far easier than rummaging in a backpack. However, if you’re planning on travelling to a few different places, especially when island-hopping, you might run into trouble when you need to carry your suitcase over water or sand. And there’s a whole lot of water and sand in Fiji…

In short, if you plan to not travel too much while in Fiji, or even just stick to the mainland, then a suitcase will be the best option.

The Pros of Taking a Suitcase to Fiji

  • Easier to organise and find your things inside than a backpack
  • Easier to transport around airports and resorts than a backpack
  • You can usually fit more in a suitcase than a similar-sized backpack
  • Hardshell suitcases help protect the contents better than a backpack.

The Cons of Taking a Suitcase to Fiji

  • Harder to carry across different surfaces like beaches
  • External elements like wheels and handles can break.

Backpacks for Fiji

While carrying a heavy backpack on your back in the heat might not always seem like the most appealing thing, there are certain situations when carrying your luggage on your back is your only option. For instance, when using boat transport and having to wade through the water to get to a resort. Backpacks are also more accepted on public transport, like public buses, where drivers prefer passengers to not have too much luggage.

In short, if you plan to be on the move a lot in Fiji, a backpack will be your best option.

The Pros of Taking a Backpack to Fiji

  • Ideal for island-hopping, as they are easier to carry over difficult terrain than suitcases
  • Can be used as a day pack
  • Forces you to not overpack and not go over the airline luggage restrictions (as you usually don’t want to carry something too heavy)
  • More durable than suitcases.

The Cons of Taking a Backpack to Fiji

  • Can be uncomfortable to carry on your back for long periods
  • Not as easy as suitcases to transport around airports and resorts.

Day Packs for Fiji

You’ll need to carry a few things around during your day-to-day in Fiji, including sunscreen, beach towels, water, money, etc. With that in mind, a day pack is essential in Fiji. Day packs can also double up as your carry-on for your flight to and from Fiji.

Day Packs for Beach Bums

For those travelling on a cruise, spending days going to the beach or lazying by the pool, a beach tote or beach bag is a good day pack of choice. You’ll have enough space to fit all your essentials, as well as a chunky beach towel, and look good in the process.

Day Packs for Families

Carrying things for the whole family can be a challenge. One way to go about juggling the day pack is to take a suitcase and a large backpack to Fiji. That way, when you arrive at your resort, you can unpack the backpack and use it as a day pack, having more than enough space to fit in all the millions of things that come with carting kids around on holiday. Check out more tips in our 30 Essential Tips for Travelling to Fiji with Children.

Day Packs for Active Travellers

For travellers who like to be on the move, sightseeing in the towns or hiking to waterfalls, a small backpack is a versatile option for a day pack.

3 Tips for Picking Luggage for Fiji

1. Choose According to Your Baggage Allowance

Check out your airline baggage allowance before choosing your luggage. For checked baggage, there is usually a maximum weight allowance of 23-40 kg (50-88 lbs), while carry-on baggage allowance is typically 7 kg (15 lbs) and the dimensions must be no more than 55 x 40 x 23 cm (21 x 15 x 9 in). Each airline is different so be sure to check.

If you plan on taking a domestic flight during your stay in Fiji, note that the baggage allowance for checked baggage is lighter, around 15 kg (33 lbs). However, the baggage allowance will automatically be made the same if you book your international and domestic flights together.

Learn more about travelling to Fiji in our guide, Everything You Need to Know About Arriving in Fiji.

2. Think About the Surfaces You Will Encounter

If you’re doing a bit of island-hopping, perhaps in the Mamanucas or the Yasawas, know that you will probably have to carry your luggage over water or sand.

3. Choose a Bit of Everything

If you can’t decide between a backpack or suitcase, pick both! That way you can use your suitcase for transporting the bulk of your stuff and check your backpack in as carry-on luggage for your flight. Then, when you arrive at your accommodation, unpack your backpack and use it as a day pack.

More Packing Lists for Fiji and Other Travel Tips

That’s it for the complete packing list for Fiji but by no means the end of our packing advice! Check out the following guides for more Fiji tips:

See what to pack for the specific seasons in Fiji using our guide to The Best Time to Visit Fiji.

Author

Robin 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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