Seychelles
La Digue's tropical climate, characterized by warmth and high humidity year-round, dictates your clothing choices. Light, breathable fabrics hold great importance.
La Digue maintains a relaxed dress code, fitting its laid-back island atmosphere. However, showing respect for local culture and customs is always advisable. Your planned activities also shape your packing list.
Comfortable Sandals, flip-flops, or light Walking shoes suit most casual wear and easy cycling.
Water shoes are highly recommended. Many beaches have rocky areas or coral fragments underfoot. Water shoes protect your feet.
For trails like Nid d'Aigle or Anse Marron, bring Lightweight hiking shoes or sturdy athletic shoes with good grip. Flip-flops are not appropriate for these excursions.
Keeping your travel documents organized and accessible prevents unnecessary stress. Both physical and digital copies are helpful.
Ensure your devices function properly with the local power setup and consider local mobile options.
Stay connected and powered throughout your island adventures.
Utilize cloud storage (Google Drive, Dropbox) for daily photo uploads and document copies. A Portable external hard drive or USB stick provides physical backups.
Download offline Google Maps of La Digue. A Currency converter app helps. WhatsApp is widely used by locals for communication.
For secure browsing, consider a VPN. NordVPN and ExpressVPN offer reliable options.
A well-stocked personal health kit prepares you for minor ailments and common travel issues.
These are some of the most important items for a comfortable trip, safeguarding against the tropical elements.
While gear can be rented, bringing your own provides better fit and hygiene for underwater exploration.
A few items make your treks through La Digue's interior more comfortable and enjoyable.
A waterproof dry bag protects your electronics and valuables during beach days and boat trips.
These small additions enhance your comfort and security during travel, making the journey and stay more pleasant.
Certain items are best brought from home due to limited availability or higher prices on the island, or for personal preferences.
Reduces plastic waste from bottled water.
Avoids single-use plastic bags for purchases.
Minimizes plastic waste from takeaways.
Protects marine ecosystems from harmful chemicals.
Roll your clothes to maximize space and minimize wrinkles. Use packing cubes for organization.
Consider a capsule wardrobe that mixes and matches easily, reducing the total number of items needed.
