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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!}
Packs
Backpack – Something that you can use a daypack later in the trip
International carry-on roller
Packable extra bags
Sepik Clothing
3-4 dresses – below the knees and lightweight https://herpackinglist.com/guide-to-packing-for-conservative-countries/
2-3 tank tops – shoulders are fine to show, just stay away from spaghetti strap
1 over-shirt
1 lightweight travel/hiking pants
1 pair of shorts Bermuda length
5-7 pairs of underwear https://herpackinglist.com/fast-drying-womens-travel-underwear/
1 swimsuit (one piece) – no bikinis out of respect for the locals
Lightweight skirt or shorts
1 sarong
2 sports bras & 1 regular
1 pair of flip flops
1 pair of sandals
1 pair of walking/running shoes
Socks https://herpackinglist.com/travel-socks-guide/
Highland Clothing
Raincoat
Hoodie/Sweater
1 pair of leggings
Other
Money neck pouch
Medication
Gifts - If you are planning on visiting any villages during your trip, such as reading glasses, clothes, pain medication and solar lights
Water bottle
Sunscreen
Bug spray
Sunglasses
Hat
Lip balm
Electronics
Adapter
Headlamps
Camera
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