Mekong Delta, Vietnam
Pack shorts, t-shirts, light dresses, and Swimsuits. Bring a Light jacket or a long-sleeved shirt for evenings, and for Sun protection during the day.
Pack similar lightweight clothing. Add a Lightweight rain jacket or a Compact travel umbrella. Quick-drying clothing is specifically useful.
Lightweight hiking shoes or Water shoes.
Carry your original passport. If you obtained a Visa on Arrival, keep the physical copies of your visa approval letter. If you have an E-Visa, print out your E-Visa confirmation.
Vietnam operates on 220V, 50Hz. Plug types are A (two flat parallel pins) and C (two round pins). Type G (three rectangular pins, like in the UK) is also sometimes found in newer hotels.
A Waterproof camera, like a GoPro, is good for snorkeling, diving, or waterfall visits.
Google Maps; download offline maps. Grab is widely used for taxis and motorbike taxis.
Google Translate with offline Vietnamese. WhatsApp is popular, and Zalo is a widely used local app in Vietnam.
Agoda and Booking.com for accommodation. Use cloud storage (Google Drive, Dropbox) for photos and documents. An External hard drive or a USB flash drive also works for backups.
Standard items: Band-aids, antiseptic wipes, sterile gauze, medical tape.
Carry all prescription medications in their original packaging. Bring a doctor's note or a copy of your prescription.
While gear can be rented, bringing your own Snorkel Gear Set Adult for hygiene and fit.
A Hydration pack or large water bottle keeps you hydrated on trails.
A Quick-dry towel and a Waterproof bag for electronics are useful.
A Travel neck pillow, Eye mask, and Earplugs make long flights or bus journeys more comfortable.
Bring a Reusable water bottle to refill and reduce plastic waste. Many hotels and cafes offer refilling stations.
Reusable water bottle, shopping bag, and utensils.
Refillable toiletries, solid shampoo bars.
Reef-safe sunscreen to protect marine life.
Choose local, support ethical businesses.
Pack light and utilize packing cubes for organization. Roll your clothes to maximize space and minimize wrinkles.
Consider bringing travel-sized toiletries to reduce weight.
