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Leggings (3/4 or full length) for women – great for walking, working, & swimming
Swimsuit and swim shorts ( to respect Muslim culture female guests should wear swim shorts and a t shirt over bathing suits)
Light long pants – no heavy jeans as they do not dry
T-shirts (plan for at least 2 per day as you will sweat a LOT)
Sleepwear – it is HOT at night so nothing too heavy
Socks/underwear – long socks are good for leech protection
Shorts
Light rain jacket – lightweight ponchos are best as they cover your pack
Light long-sleeved tops

Flip flops or traveler’s sandals
Lightweight, non-slip trekking or trail shoes – you do not need heavy hiking boots unless you need ankle support. Shoes will get wet & muddy.

Towel – large travel or Turkish towels are best as they dry fast
Head torch with new batteries • Chargers and adaptor - 2 pin (same as Europe)
First aid kit including anti-malarial medication if you are taking it & gastro-stop
Electrolyte tablets – essential
Travelan (or similar) to help protect against traveler’s diarrhoea
Sunscreen, hat, sunglasses
Small backpack you would be happy to carry on a 3-hour trek. Water-proof covers are ideal
Water bottle
Insect repellent
Printed travel documents including proof of return date and insurance
BYO spirits if you aren’t a beer drinker! You can take one bottle into Indonesia from duty free
Camera/phone/chargers with adaptor
Cash (Indonesian Rupiah – get it prior to departure)
Toiletries including hand sanitizer
Snacks e.g. muesli bars, bliss balls, lollies
A couple of plastic bags for wet gear/laundry
For Orangutan Haven and Corral Expeditions - 1 pair of gardening gloves

Quick dry clothing
Small to medium sized dry bag
Reef/beach shoes – great for walking in rivers
Power bank – must be in carry-on bag
Sarong
Binoculars
Gym/sweat towel
Small handheld fan/mister especially if you really feel the heat (there is no AC!)
Leech-proof socks
Walking stick if you require when trekking on uneven terrain
Travel sized games to play at night

You will not need a mosquito net or bedding, these are provided at accommodation
Laundry can be done for a small fee along the way, usually around $5-$10
Either a large backpack or suitcase is acceptable, you will not need to carry it long distances
You can buy a SIM card on arrival for around $20 or an International eSIM before you depart
Drinking water is provided, you do not need to bring water purification tablets

Here are some things that the communities and projects we visit would really appreciate.

SD memory cards
Quick dry clothing – enquire with your group leader for sizes
Unlocked mobile phones to donate to communities to help in wildlife conflict events
Children’s clothing in good condition
Power banks
School supplies - shoes, stationary, backpacks, pens, activity books
Good condition hiking shoes/boots
Trail cameras
Backpacks
Rechargeable AA batteries and chargers
Small tents
Hammocks
Dog and cat flea/tick/worm treatments

Our ultimate packing list

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