Tokelau's climate is hot and humid year-round. Lightweight, breathable clothing is a must.
Tokelau is culturally conservative. Modest dress is appreciated in villages and communal areas.
These work for most village walking and casual use.
Required for protecting your feet when walking on reefs or rocky areas near water.
Pack Swimwear and a UV protection rash guard for extended water activities.
Keep your documents safe and accessible. These items are irreplaceable and important for entry and exit.
Expect limited connectivity and power. Tokelau uses Type I outlets (Australia/New Zealand standard) at 230V, 50Hz.
Mobile coverage is very limited; expect to be largely disconnected. Bring gear for photography.
Cloud storage (when internet is available) or physical backup drives are useful for photos and other important data.
Download offline maps (e.g., Google Maps offline area for the atoll) if you wish to understand the layout of the small atoll.
VPNs like NordVPN or ExpressVPN are useful for general online security when a connection is available, but not for Tokelau itself.
Bring a complete supply of health and wellness items. Local options are nonexistent.
The sun is intense, and mosquitoes are present. Protect yourself adequately.
While basic gear might be available from hosts, bringing your own Travel snorkel set (mask, snorkel, fins) is highly recommended for comfort and hygiene.
If you plan to fish, consult with your hosts. Some basic gear might be available, but serious anglers should inquire about bringing specific equipment.
No specific gear is required beyond standard tropical and marine activity items. The experience focuses on immersion, not specialized equipment.
Do not forget these items for comfort during travel and security of your valuables.
Be mindful of the environment and bring specific items suited to Tokelau's unique context.
High SPF, Reef-safe sunscreen, hat, sunglasses, Rash guard.
Tropical strength repellent for evenings.
Sandals/flip-flops, Reef shoes/water shoes.
Lightweight packable rain jacket for sudden showers.
Pack light for the journey and for easy movement on the atolls.
Remember that almost nothing is available for purchase on the atolls, so bring all personal necessities.
