Ultimate Backpacker Packing List

This is my packing list for two months in Asia. I suggest making modifications if you are dealing with modesty issues or colder weather. Items that are marked in green, I recommend purchasing once you get to your destination. Unless you struggle with allergies that prevent you from using generic products, I suggest buying some items on the "other end". Items in red, on the other hand, I seriously seriously recommend bringing yourself, because it is nearly impossible to find abroad for either convenience, safety, or quality reasons. 

Clothing:

• 1 dress 
• 3 pairs of athletic shorts
• 1 pair of jean shorts
• 3 pairs of athletic pants
• 2 tank tops
• 1 crop top
• 4 t-shirts
• 1 long-sleeve shirt
• 5 sports bras
• 2 travel pairs of underwear
• 5 regular pairs of underwear
• 1 pair of travel socks
• 5 pairs of socks
• 1 windbreaker/rain jacket 
• 2 swimsuits (1 bikini/1 one-piece)
• Sarong

Shoes:

• Sneakers

• Land and sea shoes
• Scuba booties

Toiletries:

• Shampoo
• Body Wash 
• Toothbrush/Paste 
• Deodorant 
• Razor 
• Hair ties 
• Motion sickness medicine/wrist bands
• Ibuprofen
• Malaria pills
• Anti-diarrhea medicine
• Anti-itch (insect bite) cream
• Perfume (travel size)
• Makeup/lip balm
• Basic first aid items
• Toilet paper (1 roll)
• Feminine hygiene products

Protection:

• Sunscreen 
• After-sun™
• Sunglasses 
• Bug Spray 
• Vigilant™ safety whistle
• Security pouch (money belt)

​Tech Gear:

• GoPro Camera 
  • Underwater case 
  • Filters
  • Extra batteries
  • Extra memory card
  • Charger
• iPhone
  • Charger
• Combination locks (2)
• Universal plug adapter 
• Headphones 

 
Other:

• Reusable water bottle 
• Passport (and copies)
• Deck of cards
• PacSafe 15L Day Pack
• PacSafe purse
• SSI dive book + license
• 2 microfiber towels
  • If you are just going to bring generic towels, just buy them there. 
• Microfiber blanket
• Travel pillow
• Journal 
• Scuba fins
• Scuba mask
• Snorkel