Maharashtra, India
Summer (March-May): Lightweight, breathable fabrics like cotton or linen. Loose-fitting clothing. Prefer light colors. Monsoon (June-September): Quick-drying, lightweight clothing.
Cultural Dress Code: Modest clothing is advisable, especially for women. Avoid overly revealing attire. Full-length pants, capris, or skirts that cover the knees are suitable. Tops that cover shoulders are also preferable.
Comfortable walking sandals or breathable Sneakers are good for daily wear and city exploration.
Sturdy Walking shoes or light hiking boots are recommended for fort treks like Sinhagad.
Waterproof sandals or shoes with good grip are useful for wet conditions. Avoid delicate footwear.
Keep both physical and digital copies of all important documents.
India uses Type D and Type M power sockets. Standard voltage is 230V at 50Hz. Bring a Universal travel adapter or specific Type D/M adapters. Verify devices are dual voltage (100-240V).
Bring a reliable camera (DSLR, mirrorless, or high-quality Smartphone camera) for photos. Pack extra batteries and memory cards. A Portable tripod for low-light shots.
Portable chargers and power banks are useful for keeping devices charged throughout long days of sightseeing.
Utilize cloud storage services (Google Drive, Dropbox) for backing up photos and copies of important documents.
Consider NordVPN or ExpressVPN for secure internet access and to bypass geo-restrictions.
Pack a personal health kit to manage common ailments. While pharmacies are available, having your preferred items is useful.
Protection from sun and insects is good. Pack Insect repellent (DEET/Picaridin) especially for monsoon evenings. A Strong insect repellent helps prevent mosquito bites.
Pack a Small daypack for water, snacks, and personal items. Trekking poles can be useful for strenuous climbs.
Bring specific lenses, filters, or a larger Camera bag if you are a photography enthusiast. Extra batteries and sufficient memory cards are good.
Pune has few specific items required beyond general Travel gear. Focus on comfort, modesty, and preparedness for varying weather.
A Neck pillow, Eye mask, and Earplugs significantly enhance comfort on long journeys. Use Travel locks for luggage and hostel lockers.
A Reusable water bottle reduces plastic waste. A reusable cloth bag is good for shopping. A Portable cutlery set for street food.
Reduces plastic waste.
For local markets.
For street food.
Reduces paper waste.
Roll your clothes to save space and minimize wrinkles.
Pack versatile items that can be mixed and matched to create different outfits.
