Philippines Packing Checklist

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Pick the kind of trip you are taking and the list builds itself. Tick items off as you pack. Your ticks stay on this device, so you can come back to the list before you leave.


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Pack as if the water will find your bag. A small dry bag for your phone, cash and ID matters more on a boat day than anything else on this list. Carry cash in small bills too, since tricycles, boatmen and environmental fees are often cash only, and ATMs on smaller islands can run out on weekends.


Keep one spare day in any trip that depends on boats, especially from June to November, when weather can cancel crossings. Our island hopping safety guide explains what to check before you board, and the arrival guide covers eTravel, SIM cards and cash for your first day. To see what the trip might cost, try the trip budget calculator.