Packing List for Papua New Guinea
When planning a trip to PNG try to go around the same time as one of the cultural festivals. The two most popular ones are the Mt. Hagen Cultural Show (mid/late August) and the Goroka Cultural Show (mid-September). This packing list is for a three week trip to the Sepik river and Highlands. {Hot tip: Copy/save this list and customize by adding new items and replacinig others!}
What to pack for your trip to Papua New Guinea
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Packs
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Backpack – Something that you can use a daypack later in the trip
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International carry-on roller
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Packable extra bags
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Sepik Clothing
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3-4 dresses – below the knees and lightweight https://herpackinglist.com/guide-to-packing-for-conservative-countries
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2-3 tank tops – shoulders are fine to show, just stay away from spaghetti strap
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1 over-shirt
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1 lightweight travel/hiking pants
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1 pair of shorts Bermuda length
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5-7 pairs of underwear https://herpackinglist.com/fast-drying-womens-travel-underwear
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1 swimsuit (one piece) – no bikinis out of respect for the locals
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Lightweight skirt or shorts
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1 sarong
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2 sports bras & 1 regular
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1 pair of flip flops
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1 pair of sandals
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1 pair of walking/running shoes
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Highland Clothing
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Raincoat
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Hoodie/Sweater
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1 pair of leggings
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Other
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Money neck pouch
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Medication
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Gifts - If you are planning on visiting any villages during your trip, such as reading glasses, clothes, pain medication and solar lights
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Water bottle
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Sunscreen
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Bug spray
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Sunglasses
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Hat
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Lip balm
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Electronics
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Adapter
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Headlamps
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Camera
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