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Snap Your Way Through Paradise: Crafting the Ultimate 3 Week Philippines Adventure

Snap Your Way Through Paradise: Crafting the Ultimate 3 Week Philippines Adventure - Pack Light and Right for Island Hopping

Packing light is essential for successfully island hopping across the Philippines. With multiple boat rides between islands, the last thing you want is to be lugging around heavy suitcases. The key is to bring versatile clothing that can be mixed and matched for both adventures and relaxing at the beach.

Start with your footwear. Bring a pair of sandals that can get wet for wearing to the beach or boat rides between islands. Pack a pair of hiking shoes or boots that have good traction for exploring the jungle terrain and waterfalls on many of the islands. Flip flops are handy for slipping on around your lodging.

Focus your clothing on lightweight fabrics like cotton and linen that dry quickly in the humid island climate. Bring 2-3 t-shirts, a couple pairs of shorts, a skirt or dress, and a lightweight long sleeve shirt that provides sun protection. Ladies can opt for a sarong which serves as a skirt, dress, towel or blanket. Quick dry underwear and socks will ensure you always have a dry pair.

A bathing suit is essential, plus a rashguard or cover-up for snorkeling and sun protection. Round out your wardrobe with a hat, sunglasses, and lightweight rain jacket. A microfiber travel towel takes up little room. Choose neutral colors like black, navy and khaki that disguise dirt and can be mixed and matched.

Packing cubes, folders or compression sacks neatly organize your clothing and maximize space. Use plastic bags or waterproof pouches to separate wet or dirty items from the clean clothes. Limit yourself to necessities that fit in a 40-60 liter backpack. Soft duffel bags are harder to organize and load onto ferries. Any larger luggage will be cumbersome.

Bring a small day pack for carrying water, sunscreen, camera and other essentials on daily excursions. Pack enough sunscreen, after-sun lotion, and insect repellent to last the entire trip. Basic toiletries like soap, shampoo, and any medications you require also make the cut.

Cameras and phones should be protected in a waterproof case or dry bag for ocean and waterfall photos. Backup your digital photos online in case your gear gets damaged. A power bank recharges your devices after long days of use. A headlamp illuminates your room at budget lodgings.

Pack photocopies of your passport, airline tickets, and medical insurance. Leave your physical passport safely locked up, only carrying a photocopy for identification around the islands. Bring enough cash for islands where ATMs are limited, plus a couple credit and debit cards.