Laos Packing Guide

Typical October weather in Laos is between 23° C to 31° C
ALL clothing that you wear for GAP must comply fully with the ISKL dress code.

Jeans/long pants/T-shirts, etc., will look TAG DAY smart.
Flip flops will not be worn in airports, buses, or restaurants, etc. as
they do not protect your feet or look smart.
Shorts must be at least mid-length.
All shirts must have sleeves to be sure you look appropriate to people of all cultures.

Carry-On    (Use your school back pack so it’s easy to carry in the airport.)
____ All medication
____ Contact lenses, glasses and sunglasses (and their cases)
____ A complete change of comfortable clothes (including underwear) in case you spill
                something or we have an unexpected delay.
____ A comfortable hoodie/sweater and warm socks in case the plane or airport is cold
____ Tissues and hand-wipes.  Emergency toilet paper.
____ Toothbrush, small toothpaste, small deodorant in case we have an unexpected delay.
____ A good book and magazines
____ Playing cards or a travel game (No cell phones, Ipods or electronic games.)
____ Healthy snacks (no liquids will be allowed)
____ Spending money of RM 150 is the amount recommended. (RM 150 = 385,700 Lao Kip)

Checked Bag  (light enough that you will not exceed the 20 kg luggage limit)
____ Luggage that you can manage easily yourself. (backpacker's backpack or large dufflebag).
____ A lock so you have all your items when you arrive.
____Enough underwear and cotton socks for the week plus 2 extra pairs
____2 long sleeved shirts
____A jacket or sweater
____7-8 T shirts
____2 hiking shorts
____2 lightweight pairs of comfortable trousers for the week
____ Shampoo, toothbrush, toothpaste, deodorant, (body lotion if you use it, etc).
____ Bath towel/face cloth
____SUNSCREEN a lip sunscreen with an SPF factor plus a hat and sunglasses.
____Umbrella for rain/sun/boat spray
____Appropriate sleepwear for a school trip.
____Bathing suit.
____2 pairs comfortable shoes for walking and sports activities like bike riding (cycling)
____Sturdy outdoor sandals suitable for creek crossings.
____A second sweater or hoodie in case it gets cold
____Compact waterproof poncho for rain.
____Camera with lots of film/memory (no ipods or cameras)
____Good binoculars (highly recommended!)
____Reliable flashlight (torch) for cave exploring
____A large reusable water bottle.
____Items for your service activity.

Must Have: An open mind, a child-like sense of play and a great sense of adventure!