{"id":17311,"date":"2026-07-23T17:12:55","date_gmt":"2026-07-23T10:12:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gotravelphuket.com\/?p=17311"},"modified":"2026-07-23T22:12:25","modified_gmt":"2026-07-23T15:12:25","slug":"thailand-packliste-phuket-khao-lak","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gotravelphuket.com\/de\/travel-guides\/thailand-packing-list-phuket-khao-lak\/","title":{"rendered":"Thailand Packing List for Phuket &amp; Khao Lak \u2014 What You Actually Need"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"17311\" class=\"elementor elementor-17311\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6219733 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"6219733\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6f5a060 elementor-widget elementor-widget-html\" data-id=\"6f5a060\" 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ease}\n.gtpp-progress-label{font-size:.78rem;color:#5a6a72;text-align:right;padding:0 1.2rem .6rem}\n.gtpp-reset{display:inline-block;margin:1rem 0 0;font-size:.78rem;color:#9ab0bc;cursor:pointer;border:none;background:none;padding:0;text-decoration:underline}\n<\/style>\n\n<div class=\"gtpp\">\n\n  <p class=\"bc\">\n    <a href=\"https:\/\/gotravelphuket.com\/\">Go Travel Phuket<\/a><span>\u203a<\/span>\n    <a href=\"https:\/\/gotravelphuket.com\/travel-guides\/\">Travel Guides<\/a><span>\u203a<\/span>\n    Thailand Packing List Phuket &amp; Khao Lak\n  <\/p>\n\n  <span class=\"cat-tag\">Travel Tips \u00b7 Preparation &amp; Planning<\/span>\n\n  <h1>Thailand Packing List for Phuket &amp; Khao Lak \u2014 <em>What You Actually Need<\/em><\/h1>\n\n  <p class=\"lead\">After nearly 20 years in southern Thailand, we know exactly what most travellers pack too much of \u2014 and what they forget. This packing list isn't a generic backpacking guide for Thailand. It's built specifically for a beach holiday in Phuket or Khao Lak with day tours included. Everything you actually need. Everything you can leave at home.<\/p>\n\n  <p class=\"meta\">By Go Travel Phuket \u00b7 Nearly 20 years of experience in southern Thailand \u00b7 Updated 2025\/2026<\/p>\n\n  <figure style=\"margin:1.2rem 0 1.8rem;\">\n    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/gotravelphuket.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/what-to-pack.png\"\n         alt=\"Thailand packing list Phuket Khao Lak what to pack beach holiday\"\n         style=\"width:100%;border-radius:12px;display:block;max-height:480px;object-fit:cover;\">\n    <figcaption style=\"font-size:.78rem;color:var(--muted);text-align:center;padding:.4rem 0;\">The right selection makes all the difference \u2014 light, compact and ready for beach days and jungle adventures \u00a9 Go Travel Phuket<\/figcaption>\n  <\/figure>\n\n  <div class=\"stats-grid\">\n    <div class=\"stat-box\"><div class=\"stat-num\">29\u201333\u00b0C<\/div><div class=\"stat-lbl\">Average temperature year-round<\/div><\/div>\n    <div class=\"stat-box\"><div class=\"stat-num\">80\u201390%<\/div><div class=\"stat-lbl\">Humidity \u2014 light clothing is essential<\/div><\/div>\n    <div class=\"stat-box\"><div class=\"stat-num\">7 kg<\/div><div class=\"stat-lbl\">Carry-on limit low-cost airlines \u2014 doable with this list<\/div><\/div>\n    <div class=\"stat-box\"><div class=\"stat-num\">1 bag<\/div><div class=\"stat-lbl\">Enough for 2 weeks in Phuket &amp; Khao Lak<\/div><\/div>\n  <\/div>\n\n  <div class=\"toc\">\n    <h3>\ud83d\udccb What's in this packing guide<\/h3>\n    <ol>\n      <li><a href=\"#wichtig-zuerst\">The most important thing \u2014 before you pack<\/a><\/li>\n      <li><a href=\"#dokumente\">Documents &amp; Entry \u2014 TDAC, passport, insurance<\/a><\/li>\n      <li><a href=\"#kleidung\">Clothing \u2014 what actually works in the heat<\/a><\/li>\n      <li><a href=\"#strand\">Beach &amp; Water \u2014 snorkelling, tours, boats<\/a><\/li>\n      <li><a href=\"#touren\">Day trip essentials \u2014 Khao Sok, Similan, Phang Nga<\/a><\/li>\n      <li><a href=\"#apotheke\">Travel pharmacy &amp; health<\/a><\/li>\n      <li><a href=\"#elektro\">Electronics &amp; chargers<\/a><\/li>\n      <li><a href=\"#geld\">Money, cards &amp; cash<\/a><\/li>\n      <li><a href=\"#koffer-oder-rucksack\">Suitcase or backpack?<\/a><\/li>\n      <li><a href=\"#was-nicht\">What you definitely do NOT need<\/a><\/li>\n      <li><a href=\"#khao-lak-spezifisch\">Khao Lak-specific tips<\/a><\/li>\n      <li><a href=\"#faq\">FAQ<\/a><\/li>\n    <\/ol>\n  <\/div>\n\n  <h2 id=\"wichtig-zuerst\">The Most Important Thing \u2014 Before You Pack<\/h2>\n\n  <p>A holiday in Phuket or Khao Lak is not a backpacking trip across Southeast Asia. You'll sleep in a hotel, have electricity to charge things, and can buy supplies locally. What you actually need: light clothing, proper sun protection, good mosquito repellent, and the right shoes for day trips. Everything else you can buy on the spot \u2014 cheaper than at home.<\/p>\n\n  <div class=\"box box-warn\">\n    \u26a0\ufe0f <strong>Mandatory since 1 May 2025: Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC)<\/strong><br>\n    The old paper card (TM6) filled out on the plane no longer exists. All visitors must complete the TDAC online <strong>at least 72 hours before arrival<\/strong> \u2014 including visa-exempt travellers and children. It's free. Official website: <strong>tdac.immigration.go.th<\/strong>. You receive a QR code to show on arrival. Do not use third-party websites \u2014 some charge fees for a free service.\n  <\/div>\n\n  <figure style=\"margin:1.2rem 0 1.8rem;\">\n    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/gotravelphuket.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/IMG_8864-scaled.jpeg\"\n         alt=\"Thailand Digital Arrival Card TDAC form online entry requirement 2025\"\n         style=\"width:100%;border-radius:12px;display:block;max-height:420px;object-fit:cover;object-position:center top;\">\n    <figcaption style=\"font-size:.78rem;color:var(--muted);text-align:center;padding:.4rem 0;\">This is what the TDAC portal looks like \u2014 simple and free, but mandatory since May 2025 \u00a9 Go Travel Phuket<\/figcaption>\n  <\/figure>\n\n  <div class=\"box box-ocean\">\n    \ud83d\udccc <strong>Entry for EU\/UK nationals 2025\/2026:<\/strong> Visa-free for up to 60 days. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months from entry date with 2 blank pages. A return or onward ticket may be requested at immigration \u2014 have it accessible.\n  <\/div>\n\n  <h2 id=\"dokumente\">\ud83d\udcc4 Documents &amp; Entry<\/h2>\n\n  <div class=\"pack-section\">\n    <p class=\"pack-cat-header\">\ud83d\udcc4 Essentials \u2014 without these, no holiday<\/p>\n    <div class=\"pack-items\">\n      <div class=\"pack-item\"><div class=\"pack-icon\">\ud83d\udec2<\/div><div class=\"pack-text\"><strong>Passport <span class=\"pack-badge red\">Essential<\/span><\/strong><span>Valid for at least 6 months from entry date, 2 blank pages. Make a photocopy and store it separately \u2014 invaluable if lost. Save a photo of it on your phone and in the cloud.<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n      <div class=\"pack-item\"><div class=\"pack-icon\">\ud83d\udcf1<\/div><div class=\"pack-text\"><strong>TDAC QR Code <span class=\"pack-badge red\">Mandatory since May 2025<\/span><\/strong><span>Screenshot or printout of the QR code from the TDAC portal. Complete at least 72 hours before departure. Official site: tdac.immigration.go.th<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n      <div class=\"pack-item\"><div class=\"pack-icon\">\u2708\ufe0f<\/div><div class=\"pack-text\"><strong>Flight &amp; hotel confirmation<\/strong><span>Saved as a screenshot \u2014 for when you have no internet after landing. Return ticket accessible on request.<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n      <div class=\"pack-item\"><div class=\"pack-icon\">\ud83c\udfe5<\/div><div class=\"pack-text\"><strong>Travel health insurance <span class=\"pack-badge red\">Essential<\/span><\/strong><span>Medical treatment in Thailand can be expensive. Save your policy number and emergency contact on your phone.<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n      <div class=\"pack-item\"><div class=\"pack-icon\">\ud83d\udcb3<\/div><div class=\"pack-text\"><strong>Payment cards <span class=\"pack-badge warn\">Important<\/span><\/strong><span>Bring at least two different cards \u2014 one can get blocked. Credit card (Visa\/Mastercard) for hotels and online bookings. Plus a fee-free debit card for cash withdrawals.<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n      <div class=\"pack-item\"><div class=\"pack-icon\">\ud83d\udc8a<\/div><div class=\"pack-text\"><strong>Prescription medication<\/strong><span>Sufficient supply plus a reserve. Doctor's note in English \u2014 especially important for controlled substances. Keep in original packaging with leaflet.<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n\n  <h2 id=\"kleidung\">\ud83d\udc55 Clothing \u2014 What Actually Works in the Heat<\/h2>\n\n  <p>The golden rule for Phuket and Khao Lak: <strong>light, breathable, quick-drying.<\/strong> Cotton sounds natural \u2014 but in 90% humidity it becomes a sweaty nightmare. Synthetic fabrics or linen dry fast and still feel wearable after a full day out. You can buy cheap clothing locally if you forget something.<\/p>\n\n  <div class=\"pack-section\">\n    <p class=\"pack-cat-header\">\ud83d\udc55 Clothing \u2014 for 2 weeks<\/p>\n    <div class=\"pack-items\">\n      <div class=\"pack-item\"><div class=\"pack-icon\">\ud83d\udc55<\/div><div class=\"pack-text\"><strong>5\u20136 lightweight t-shirts \/ tops<\/strong><span>Technical fabric or thin linen. Avoid cotton for day trips \u2014 it dries too slowly. Bring something slightly nicer for evenings.<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n      <div class=\"pack-item\"><div class=\"pack-icon\">\ud83e\ude73<\/div><div class=\"pack-text\"><strong>2\u20133 shorts<\/strong><span>Light and quick-drying. Bring a sarong or light trousers as a temple alternative \u2014 knees must be covered.<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n      <div class=\"pack-item\"><div class=\"pack-icon\">\ud83d\udc57<\/div><div class=\"pack-text\"><strong>1\u20132 dresses \/ loose shirts<\/strong><span>For dinner and relaxed days. Thai restaurants have no dress code \u2014 comfort always works.<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n      <div class=\"pack-item\"><div class=\"pack-icon\">\ud83e\udde3<\/div><div class=\"pack-text\"><strong>1 thin scarf or sarong <span class=\"pack-badge green\">Multi-purpose<\/span><\/strong><span>Temple visits (cover shoulders), beach blanket, protection against aggressive air conditioning. One of the most useful single items you can pack.<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n      <div class=\"pack-item\"><div class=\"pack-icon\">\ud83e\udde5<\/div><div class=\"pack-text\"><strong>1 light jacket \/ long-sleeve layer<\/strong><span>For restaurants and buses with aggressive air conditioning \u2014 sounds strange but you'll actually use it. No fleece needed \u2014 a thin windbreaker is fine.<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n      <div class=\"pack-item\"><div class=\"pack-icon\">\ud83d\udc59<\/div><div class=\"pack-text\"><strong>2\u20133 swimsuits \/ bikinis<\/strong><span>You'll go in the water more often than at home. At least 2 so one is always dry. Quick-dry fabrics are more comfortable. Easy to buy in Thailand too.<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n      <div class=\"pack-item\"><div class=\"pack-icon\">\ud83c\udf27\ufe0f<\/div><div class=\"pack-text\"><strong>Light rain poncho <span class=\"pack-badge warn\">Rainy season May\u2013Oct<\/span><\/strong><span>Showers come suddenly and intensely in rainy season. A foldable poncho (around 200g) beats an umbrella on a longtail boat or jungle trail.<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n\n  <div class=\"box box-gold\">\n    \ud83d\udca1 <strong>Buying clothes in Khao Lak &amp; Phuket:<\/strong> Along the main street in Khao Lak and at every Phuket market you'll find cheap linen trousers, light t-shirts and dresses for 150\u2013400 Baht. If you've forgotten something or something breaks \u2014 no problem at all. Pack light rather than heavy.\n  <\/div>\n\n  <h3>Shoes \u2014 the decision that makes or breaks your trip<\/h3>\n  <p>Three pairs is ideal: flip flops for beach and hotel, comfortable sandals for markets and Phuket Town, and <strong>one pair of closed shoes with good grip for day trips<\/strong>. Wearing flip flops on a Khao Sok jungle trek, Phang Nga kayaking tour or to a waterfall is something you'll regret.<\/p>\n\n  <div class=\"pack-section\">\n    <p class=\"pack-cat-header\">\ud83d\udc5f Shoes \u2014 3 pairs is plenty<\/p>\n    <div class=\"pack-items\">\n      <div class=\"pack-item\"><div class=\"pack-icon\">\ud83e\ude74<\/div><div class=\"pack-text\"><strong>Flip flops<\/strong><span>For beach, pool and hotel. They arrive at the accommodation and barely leave it. A cheap, light pair is fine \u2014 you'll leave them at the hotel on tour days.<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n      <div class=\"pack-item\"><div class=\"pack-icon\">\ud83d\udc61<\/div><div class=\"pack-text\"><strong>Comfortable sandals<\/strong><span>For markets, Phuket Town, dinner. Water-resistant is useful \u2014 very practical for longtail boat tours where you step into shallow water.<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n      <div class=\"pack-item\"><div class=\"pack-icon\">\ud83d\udc5f<\/div><div class=\"pack-text\"><strong>Closed shoes with grip <span class=\"pack-badge red\">Essential for day trips<\/span><\/strong><span>Hiking shoes, trekking sandals or light trail shoes. For Khao Sok jungle treks, Phang Nga kayaking, waterfalls, temples. Flip flops on wet rocks and jungle paths are genuinely dangerous.<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n\n  <h2 id=\"strand\">\ud83c\udfd6\ufe0f Beach &amp; Water \u2014 Snorkelling, Tours, Boats<\/h2>\n\n  <div class=\"pack-section\">\n    <p class=\"pack-cat-header\">\ud83e\udd3f Beach &amp; Water sports<\/p>\n    <div class=\"pack-items\">\n      <div class=\"pack-item\"><div class=\"pack-icon\">\u2600\ufe0f<\/div><div class=\"pack-text\"><strong>High-SPF sunscreen <span class=\"pack-badge red\">Essential<\/span><\/strong><span>Minimum SPF 50, ideally 50+. Tropical sun on a boat is more intense than at home \u2014 the reflection off the water is underestimated. Reapply after every swim. <strong>Important: use reef-safe sunscreen<\/strong> for snorkelling in national parks \u2014 normal sunscreen damages coral at the Similan and Surin Islands.<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n      <div class=\"pack-item\"><div class=\"pack-icon\">\ud83d\udd76\ufe0f<\/div><div class=\"pack-text\"><strong>UV-protection sunglasses<\/strong><span>Glare from water reflection is significantly stronger than on land. Polarised lenses recommended for boat trips. Bring a cheap spare \u2014 losing sunglasses on a boat trip happens.<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n      <div class=\"pack-item\"><div class=\"pack-icon\">\ud83c\udf92<\/div><div class=\"pack-text\"><strong>Dry bag <span class=\"pack-badge green\">Highly recommended<\/span><\/strong><span>For your phone, camera, passport copy and cash on longtail boats and kayaking tours. Spray water is unavoidable on snorkelling and kayak trips. A cheap 10L dry bag from Decathlon works perfectly.<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n      <div class=\"pack-item\"><div class=\"pack-icon\">\ud83e\udd3f<\/div><div class=\"pack-text\"><strong>Snorkelling gear<\/strong><span>Snorkelling equipment is included on all our Similan Islands, Surin Islands and Phang Nga Bay tours. Bringing your own mask only makes sense if you have sensitive eyes or snorkel frequently \u2014 otherwise not necessary.<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n      <div class=\"pack-item\"><div class=\"pack-icon\">\ud83c\udfca<\/div><div class=\"pack-text\"><strong>Quick-dry travel towel<\/strong><span>Cheap, light, dries in 30 minutes. Saves valuable bag space. Hotel towels should stay at the hotel \u2014 most properties don't allow them on the beach.<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n      <div class=\"pack-item\"><div class=\"pack-icon\">\ud83d\udc52<\/div><div class=\"pack-text\"><strong>Sun hat or cap<\/strong><span>Open boat decks have no shade. A wide-brim hat or cap is not optional \u2014 on a 7-hour Similan tour without head protection, you'll regret it.<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n\n  <h2 id=\"touren\">\ud83c\udf3f Day Trip Essentials \u2014 Khao Sok, Similan, Phang Nga<\/h2>\n\n  <p>Day trips in southern Thailand are more demanding than a beach day. Depending on the tour you'll encounter longtail boats, kayaks, jungle trails and cave exploration \u2014 all in one day in tropical heat. This list applies to our tours departing from Khao Lak.<\/p>\n\n  <div class=\"box box-navy\">\n    \ud83d\udccb <strong>Day pack for tour days:<\/strong> A small day backpack (15\u201320L) is ideal. For our Khao Sok overnight tours: backpack only \u2014 no hard-shell cases, as space in our minivans is limited. Large luggage stays at the hotel.\n  <\/div>\n\n  <div class=\"pack-section\">\n    <p class=\"pack-cat-header\">\ud83c\udf3f What belongs on every day trip<\/p>\n    <div class=\"pack-items\">\n      <div class=\"pack-item\"><div class=\"pack-icon\">\ud83d\udca7<\/div><div class=\"pack-text\"><strong>Refillable water bottle<\/strong><span>Drinks are included on all our tours \u2014 bring your own bottle to reduce plastic. 0.75L is enough for a day trip. On jungle tours (Khao Sok) drink more than you think \u2014 the heat deceives you.<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n      <div class=\"pack-item\"><div class=\"pack-icon\">\ud83d\udd26<\/div><div class=\"pack-text\"><strong>Small torch or headlamp<\/strong><span>Headlamps are provided for cave exploration on Phang Nga Sunrise and Khao Sok lake tours. For Khao Sok overnight stays in bamboo huts or floating bungalows, your own headlamp is essential \u2014 electricity is limited.<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n      <div class=\"pack-item\"><div class=\"pack-icon\">\ud83d\udcf7<\/div><div class=\"pack-text\"><strong>Camera or phone in a dry bag<\/strong><span>In the dry bag on boat tours. Start fully charged \u2014 no charging on boats or in the jungle. Bring a powerbank.<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n      <div class=\"pack-item\"><div class=\"pack-icon\">\ud83e\udd9f<\/div><div class=\"pack-text\"><strong>DEET or picaridin mosquito repellent <span class=\"pack-badge red\">Essential<\/span><\/strong><span>Most important in: Khao Sok jungle, Phang Nga mangroves, evenings near canals. DEET 30\u201350% gives the longest protection. For children: Anti-Brumm Kids or No Bite Sensitive. <strong>Dengue fever risk: use only paracetamol \u2014 no ibuprofen or aspirin<\/strong> if you get a fever after a mosquito bite.<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n      <div class=\"pack-item\"><div class=\"pack-icon\">\ud83d\udc8a<\/div><div class=\"pack-text\"><strong>Sea-sickness tablets<\/strong><span>For sensitive guests: longtail boats on open water can be rough in swell. Take a tablet before departure. Ginger chews work well as a natural alternative.<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n      <div class=\"pack-item\"><div class=\"pack-icon\">\ud83e\ude79<\/div><div class=\"pack-text\"><strong>Small first-aid kit in your day bag<\/strong><span>Plasters, blister plasters (temples and jungle treks), antiseptic gel, 1\u20132 paracetamol. Nothing heavy \u2014 just the basics for a day out.<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n\n  <div class=\"box box-tip\">\n    \ud83c\udf3f <strong>Tip for our Khao Sok overnight tours (Discovery 2 &amp; 3 days):<\/strong> Use your hotel's luggage storage for your main bag. Only pack what you genuinely need for 1\u20132 nights into a small backpack. Detailed packing advice for Khao Sok overnight stays is in our <a href=\"https:\/\/gotravelphuket.com\/travel-guides\/khao-sok-national-park-guide\/\">Khao Sok National Park Guide<\/a>.\n  <\/div>\n\n  <h2 id=\"apotheke\">\ud83d\udc8a Travel Pharmacy &amp; Health<\/h2>\n\n  <p>Khao Lak and Phuket have well-stocked pharmacies and clinics with English-speaking staff. You don't need to bring a full medicine cabinet. These basics are enough:<\/p>\n\n  <div class=\"pack-section\">\n    <p class=\"pack-cat-header\">\ud83d\udc8a Travel pharmacy \u2014 the genuinely important things<\/p>\n    <div class=\"pack-items\">\n      <div class=\"pack-item\"><div class=\"pack-icon\">\ud83d\udc8a<\/div><div class=\"pack-text\"><strong>Paracetamol <span class=\"pack-badge red\">Important \u2014 not ibuprofen!<\/span><\/strong><span>If you get a fever in Thailand, always consider dengue fever first. Ibuprofen and aspirin can cause internal bleeding in dengue cases \u2014 take only paracetamol and see a doctor. For children: bring children's paracetamol in your preferred formulation.<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n      <div class=\"pack-item\"><div class=\"pack-icon\">\ud83e\udd9f<\/div><div class=\"pack-text\"><strong>DEET mosquito repellent <span class=\"pack-badge red\">Essential<\/span><\/strong><span>30\u201350% DEET for adults. For children, use DEET-free or low-concentration products. Available in Khao Lak but more expensive than at home.<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n      <div class=\"pack-item\"><div class=\"pack-icon\">\ud83e\udd22<\/div><div class=\"pack-text\"><strong>Antidiarrheal &amp; electrolytes<\/strong><span>Loperamide (Imodium) and electrolyte powder. Dehydration in tropical heat from diarrhoea is serious. Almost everyone who travels Thailand for longer than a week needs this at some point.<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n      <div class=\"pack-item\"><div class=\"pack-icon\">\ud83e\udd27<\/div><div class=\"pack-text\"><strong>Cold relief &amp; antihistamine<\/strong><span>Air conditioning in Thailand is often very cold \u2014 getting a cold from the contrast is common. Antihistamine also works for insect bites and allergic reactions.<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n      <div class=\"pack-item\"><div class=\"pack-icon\">\ud83e\ude79<\/div><div class=\"pack-text\"><strong>Wound care &amp; antiseptic<\/strong><span>Plasters, blister plasters, antiseptic gel or wipes. Clean reef cuts and jungle scratches quickly \u2014 tropical infections develop faster than at home.<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n      <div class=\"pack-item\"><div class=\"pack-icon\">\ud83c\udf1e<\/div><div class=\"pack-text\"><strong>After-sun lotion or aloe vera gel<\/strong><span>Sunburn often happens on day one despite sunscreen. After-sun care is available in Phuket but more expensive. Aloe vera gel also works on insect bites.<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n      <div class=\"pack-item\"><div class=\"pack-icon\">\ud83e\uddb7<\/div><div class=\"pack-text\"><strong>Personal hygiene items<\/strong><span>The usual. Note: sunscreen and antiseptic gel count as liquids for carry-on. Decant into 100ml containers or put in checked luggage. Shampoo and shower gel are cheap and easy to buy at any 7-Eleven.<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n\n  <div class=\"box box-gold\">\n    \ud83c\udfe5 <strong>Medical care in Khao Lak:<\/strong> There are several clinics and doctors with English in the main town. The nearest larger hospital is in Takua Pa (approx. 20 minutes). In Phuket, Bangkok Hospital Phuket and Phuket International Hospital operate to high international standards. That said: <strong>good travel health insurance is not optional \u2014 it's essential.<\/strong>\n  <\/div>\n\n  <h2 id=\"elektro\">\ud83d\udcf1 Electronics &amp; Chargers<\/h2>\n\n  <div class=\"pack-section\">\n    <p class=\"pack-cat-header\">\ud83d\udcf1 Electronics \u2014 what's actually useful<\/p>\n    <div class=\"pack-items\">\n      <div class=\"pack-item\"><div class=\"pack-icon\">\ud83d\udcf1<\/div><div class=\"pack-text\"><strong>Smartphone fully charged<\/strong><span>For TDAC QR code, booking confirmations, Google Maps (download offline maps first!), WhatsApp and photos. No charging on boats or in the jungle.<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n      <div class=\"pack-item\"><div class=\"pack-icon\">\ud83d\udd0b<\/div><div class=\"pack-text\"><strong>Powerbank (10,000 mAh recommended)<\/strong><span>On long tour days (Similan: 12+ hours) your phone will be dead by evening otherwise. 10,000 mAh charges a smartphone 2\u20133 times. Carry-on limit: max 20,000 mAh.<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n      <div class=\"pack-item\"><div class=\"pack-icon\">\ud83d\udd0c<\/div><div class=\"pack-text\"><strong>Universal adapter or Thai plug<\/strong><span>Thailand mainly has Type A (flat pins, like USA) and Type C (round, European) sockets. Most European plugs fit, but an adapter is good insurance. Voltage: 220V.<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n      <div class=\"pack-item\"><div class=\"pack-icon\">\ud83d\udcf7<\/div><div class=\"pack-text\"><strong>Camera with enough memory<\/strong><span>You'll take more photos than at home \u2014 the Similan Islands, Khao Sok and Phang Nga are spectacular. 64GB SD card minimum. An underwater camera case for snorkelling photos is a nice extra.<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n      <div class=\"pack-item\"><div class=\"pack-icon\">\ud83c\udfa7<\/div><div class=\"pack-text\"><strong>Earphones or headphones<\/strong><span>For long flights and transfers. Also useful if the hotel room air conditioning is loud.<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n      <div class=\"pack-item\"><div class=\"pack-icon\">\ud83d\udd12<\/div><div class=\"pack-text\"><strong>Cable lock for your bag<\/strong><span>Optional, but sensible at airports and on public transport. Use the hotel safe for valuables \u2014 most Phuket and Khao Lak hotels have one in the room.<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n\n  <div class=\"box box-tip\">\n    \ud83d\udcf6 <strong>SIM card in Thailand:<\/strong> Buy a Thai tourist SIM at Phuket Airport on arrival (AIS, True or dtac \u2014 all work equally well). A 15-day unlimited data package costs around 299\u2013499 Baht. Alternatively buy an eSIM online before you leave (Airalo, Saily) \u2014 works on all newer smartphones and skips the airport queue. Full details in our <a href=\"https:\/\/gotravelphuket.com\/travel-guides\/thailand-sim-card-guide\/\">Thailand SIM Card Guide<\/a>.\n  <\/div>\n\n  <h2 id=\"geld\">\ud83d\udcb0 Money, Cards &amp; Cash<\/h2>\n\n  <p>Thailand is a cash country. At markets, on boats, at street food stalls and for tips you need Thai Baht in small denominations. Credit cards work fine at resorts and larger restaurants \u2014 but don't rely on them for everything.<\/p>\n\n  <table class=\"cmp-table\">\n    <tr><th>Option<\/th><th>Exchange rate<\/th><th>Fees<\/th><th>Recommendation<\/th><\/tr>\n    <tr><td><strong>Exchange in your home country<\/strong><\/td><td>Very poor<\/td><td>High<\/td><td>\u274c Not recommended<\/td><\/tr>\n    <tr><td><strong>Airport exchange desk HKT<\/strong><\/td><td>3\u20135% below market rate<\/td><td>None<\/td><td>\u26a0\ufe0f Only for a small starting amount<\/td><\/tr>\n    <tr><td><strong>Exchange in Khao Lak \/ Phuket<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"win\">Best rate<\/td><td>None<\/td><td class=\"win\">\u2705 Recommended<\/td><\/tr>\n    <tr><td><strong>ATM (Thai bank)<\/strong><\/td><td>Good<\/td><td>220 Baht flat fee per withdrawal<\/td><td>\u2705 Withdraw larger amounts less often<\/td><\/tr>\n    <tr><td><strong>Credit card<\/strong><\/td><td>Good<\/td><td>Depends on your bank<\/td><td>\u2705 For hotels and restaurants<\/td><\/tr>\n  <\/table>\n\n  <div class=\"box box-warn\">\n    \u26a0\ufe0f <strong>Important: Always reject DCC \u2014 Dynamic Currency Conversion<\/strong><br>\n    If an ATM or card terminal asks whether you want to pay in your home currency or Thai Baht \u2014 <strong>always choose Baht<\/strong>. Paying in your home currency sounds safe but is a trap: the machine uses its own (poor) exchange rate, costing you 3\u20137% extra. Thai ATMs charge a flat fee of 220 Baht per withdrawal \u2014 so withdraw larger amounts less frequently.\n  <\/div>\n\n  <h3>How much cash do you need per day?<\/h3>\n  <ul>\n    <li><strong>Beach day at the hotel:<\/strong> 500\u2013800 Baht (drinks, snacks, light lunch)<\/li>\n    <li><strong>Day trip (tour included):<\/strong> 500\u20131,000 Baht (souvenirs, tips, extras)<\/li>\n    <li><strong>Street food \/ local restaurant meal:<\/strong> 80\u2013200 Baht<\/li>\n    <li><strong>Tourist restaurant meal:<\/strong> 200\u2013500 Baht<\/li>\n    <li><strong>Tip per person per day (guide, housekeeping):<\/strong> 100\u2013200 Baht<\/li>\n    <li><strong>Overall daily spending money guideline:<\/strong> 1,500\u20132,500 Baht<\/li>\n  <\/ul>\n\n  <h2 id=\"koffer-oder-rucksack\">\ud83c\udf92 Suitcase or Backpack?<\/h2>\n\n  <p>For a beach holiday in Phuket or Khao Lak without overnight tours: a wheeled suitcase is perfectly fine. For guests booking our Khao Sok overnight tours: <strong>a small backpack for the overnight stay is required<\/strong> \u2014 large suitcases cannot be taken in our minivans and are completely impractical on longtail boats. Large luggage stays at the hotel.<\/p>\n\n  <table class=\"cmp-table\">\n    <tr><th><\/th><th>Wheeled suitcase<\/th><th>Backpack<\/th><\/tr>\n    <tr><td><strong>Phuket\/Khao Lak hotel holiday<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"win\">\u2705 Ideal<\/td><td>\u2705 Also fine<\/td><\/tr>\n    <tr><td><strong>Khao Sok overnight tour<\/strong><\/td><td>\u274c Not suitable<\/td><td class=\"win\">\u2705 Required<\/td><\/tr>\n    <tr><td><strong>Similan Islands \/ boat tours<\/strong><\/td><td>\u274c Not suitable<\/td><td class=\"win\">\u2705 Small day pack<\/td><\/tr>\n    <tr><td><strong>Khao Lak main street \/ markets<\/strong><\/td><td>\u26a0\ufe0f Awkward<\/td><td class=\"win\">\u2705 Ideal<\/td><\/tr>\n  <\/table>\n\n  <h2 id=\"was-nicht\">\u274c What You Definitely Do NOT Need<\/h2>\n\n  <p>This list is just as important as the packing list itself. The most common mistake: filling your luggage with things you never use and unpack untouched at the end.<\/p>\n\n  <ul>\n    <li><strong>Sleeping bag<\/strong> \u2014 not needed in Phuket or Khao Lak. Even the jungle camps in Khao Sok provide blankets.<\/li>\n    <li><strong>Heavy jeans or thick clothing<\/strong> \u2014 you won't wear them. In 32\u00b0C and 85% humidity the thought of jeans becomes a form of suffering.<\/li>\n    <li><strong>Large bottles of shampoo, shower gel etc.<\/strong> \u2014 buy everything locally at 7-Eleven. Bring travel sizes or solid bars for carry-on.<\/li>\n    <li><strong>Umbrella<\/strong> \u2014 impractical on boats and in wind. A poncho beats an umbrella every time.<\/li>\n    <li><strong>Hairdryer<\/strong> \u2014 in every hotel. Unnecessary and heavy.<\/li>\n    <li><strong>Detailed guidebook<\/strong> \u2014 everything you need is online and at gotravelphuket.com.<\/li>\n    <li><strong>More than 2 evening outfits<\/strong> \u2014 Khao Lak and Phuket are relaxed. Restaurants have no dress code. One nice outfit is enough.<\/li>\n    <li><strong>Expensive jewellery or watches<\/strong> \u2014 leave them at home. On the beach, on boats and in national parks they're out of place and increase the risk of loss or theft unnecessarily.<\/li>\n  <\/ul>\n\n  <h2 id=\"khao-lak-spezifisch\">\ud83c\udfd6\ufe0f Khao Lak-Specific Tips<\/h2>\n\n  <p>Khao Lak is not Phuket \u2014 and that's good news. It's quieter, more family-friendly and less touristy. What that means for your packing:<\/p>\n\n  <ul>\n    <li><strong>Shopping:<\/strong> There are supermarkets, pharmacies and a large market day in Bang Niang. You can buy things locally, but the selection is smaller than in Phuket. Buy sunscreen and mosquito repellent at home or at Phuket Airport \u2014 better prices and more choice.<\/li>\n    <li><strong>Money:<\/strong> There are several ATMs along the main street (Bang La On) and exchange offices. The best rates in Khao Lak are at the exchange office near the crossroads in Bang Niang village, next to the Pinocchio Restaurant \u2014 several offices competing with each other means better rates.<\/li>\n    <li><strong>Evenings:<\/strong> Khao Lak is not a party hub. Flat sandals or flip flops work for an evening out. A nice t-shirt or dress is all you need for the best restaurants.<\/li>\n    <li><strong>Day trips:<\/strong> Most guests book from Khao Lak: <a href=\"https:\/\/gotravelphuket.com\/similan-islands\/\">Similan Islands<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/gotravelphuket.com\/khao-sok-day-tour\/\">Khao Sok<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/gotravelphuket.com\/khao-lak-safari\/\">Khao Lak Safari<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/gotravelphuket.com\/phang-nga-bay\/\">Phang Nga Bay<\/a>. All tours: early start (usually 05:00\u201307:00 pickup), long day \u2014 being prepared pays off.<\/li>\n  <\/ul>\n\n  <h2 id=\"faq\">\u2753 Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n\n  <div class=\"faq\">\n    <details>\n      <summary>Can I travel to Phuket with carry-on only?<\/summary>\n      <div class=\"faq-body\">Yes, easily for 1\u20132 weeks. Rules: liquids in 100ml containers (sunscreen, mosquito repellent), light clothing, no bulky items. You can buy things cheaply on arrival. Check your airline's carry-on weight limit \u2014 budget airlines often 7 kg, charter airlines (TUI, Condor) usually 10 kg. For families, one checked bag for sunscreen and a first-aid kit often makes sense.<\/div>\n    <\/details>\n    <details>\n      <summary>What do you wear in temples?<\/summary>\n      <div class=\"faq-body\">Shoulders and knees must be covered \u2014 for both men and women. A thin scarf or sarong is enough and fits in any bag. Many temples rent or lend coverings at the entrance, but bringing your own is more comfortable and hygienic.<\/div>\n    <\/details>\n    <details>\n      <summary>Should I bring cash from home or get it in Thailand?<\/summary>\n      <div class=\"faq-body\">We generally recommend bringing Euros (\u20ac) from home and exchanging them in Thailand. Exchange rates for Euros are usually very competitive, and in most cases you'll receive a better rate than withdrawing cash from an ATM.\nUsing Thai ATMs also comes with an additional 220 THB withdrawal fee (charged by the Thai bank), on top of any fees your own bank may charge.\nWhen exchanging money, always use licensed exchange booths such as SuperRich or other reputable exchange services to get the best rates.<br>\n<strong>Important:<\/strong> Thai Immigration may ask visitors to prove they have sufficient funds for their stay. The official guideline is 20,000 THB per person or 40,000 THB per family (or the equivalent in another currency). While these checks are uncommon, they do take place occasionally, and travelers who cannot demonstrate sufficient funds may be denied entry.<\/div>\n    <\/details>\n    <details>\n      <summary>Is sunburn a real risk in Thailand?<\/summary>\n      <div class=\"faq-body\">Yes \u2014 sunburn on the first day is one of the most common mistakes. The sun in Thailand is significantly more intense than in northern Europe, and on open boat decks there's no shade. SPF 50+ from day one, reapply every 2 hours, including on cloudy days. Bring after-sun lotion or aloe vera gel \u2014 available in Phuket but more expensive.<\/div>\n    <\/details>\n    <details>\n      <summary>Do I need an adapter for Thai sockets?<\/summary>\n      <div class=\"faq-body\">Usually not. Thailand has Type A and Type C sockets \u2014 European plugs typically fit. In older buildings and some bungalows you occasionally find Type A only (flat US pins) \u2014 then you need an adapter. A cheap universal adapter from a sports store is good peace of mind.<\/div>\n    <\/details>\n    <details>\n      <summary>How much cash should I carry per day?<\/summary>\n      <div class=\"faq-body\">As a guideline: 1,500\u20132,500 Baht per person per day for spending money (meals outside the hotel, drinks, souvenirs, tips). On tour days (tours included) 500\u20131,000 Baht for extras is enough. Larger purchases by credit card. On boat tours and in national parks there are no ATMs \u2014 withdraw cash beforehand.<\/div>\n    <\/details>\n  <\/div>\n\n  <h2>\u2705 Interactive Packing Checklist \u2014 Tick Off Right Here<\/h2>\n\n  <p>Tap a box to check it off. Your progress is saved \u2014 even if you reload the page.<\/p>\n\n  <div class=\"gtpp-cl\" data-section=\"dok\">\n    <div class=\"gtpp-cl-header\">\ud83d\udcc4 Documents &amp; Entry <span id=\"dok-count\"><\/span><\/div>\n    <div class=\"gtpp-progress\"><div class=\"gtpp-progress-bar\" id=\"dok-bar\"><\/div><\/div>\n    <p class=\"gtpp-progress-label\" id=\"dok-label\"><\/p>\n    <div class=\"gtpp-cl-body\">\n      <div class=\"gtpp-cl-item\" onclick=\"toggle(this)\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"d1\"><label for=\"d1\">Passport <span class=\"tip\">(min. 6 months validity, 2 blank pages)<\/span><\/label><\/div>\n      <div class=\"gtpp-cl-item\" onclick=\"toggle(this)\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"d2\"><label for=\"d2\">TDAC completed online<span class=\"warn\">MANDATORY since May 2025<\/span><span class=\"tip\"> \u2014 tdac.immigration.go.th, min. 72h before arrival, free<\/span><\/label><\/div>\n      <div class=\"gtpp-cl-item\" onclick=\"toggle(this)\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"d3\"><label for=\"d3\">TDAC QR code saved as screenshot<\/label><\/div>\n      <div class=\"gtpp-cl-item\" onclick=\"toggle(this)\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"d4\"><label for=\"d4\">Flight &amp; hotel confirmation <span class=\"tip\">(screenshot in case of no internet)<\/span><\/label><\/div>\n      <div class=\"gtpp-cl-item\" onclick=\"toggle(this)\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"d5\"><label for=\"d5\">Return ticket accessible<\/label><\/div>\n      <div class=\"gtpp-cl-item\" onclick=\"toggle(this)\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"d6\"><label for=\"d6\">Travel health insurance arranged<span class=\"warn\">Essential!<\/span><\/label><\/div>\n      <div class=\"gtpp-cl-item\" onclick=\"toggle(this)\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"d7\"><label for=\"d7\">Passport photo on phone + photocopy stored separately<\/label><\/div>\n      <div class=\"gtpp-cl-item\" onclick=\"toggle(this)\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"d8\"><label for=\"d8\">Prescription medication + doctor's note <span 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class=\"gtpp-cl-item\" onclick=\"toggle(this)\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"s6\"><label for=\"s6\">Refillable water bottle<\/label><\/div>\n      <div class=\"gtpp-cl-item\" onclick=\"toggle(this)\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"s7\"><label for=\"s7\">Day backpack 15\u201320L <span class=\"tip\">(for tours \u2014 backpack only for Khao Sok overnight!)<\/span><\/label><\/div>\n      <div class=\"gtpp-cl-item\" onclick=\"toggle(this)\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"s8\"><label for=\"s8\">Powerbank 10,000 mAh <span class=\"tip\">(no charging on long tour days)<\/span><\/label><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n\n  <div class=\"gtpp-cl\" data-section=\"ap\">\n    <div class=\"gtpp-cl-header\">\ud83d\udc8a Travel Pharmacy <span id=\"ap-count\"><\/span><\/div>\n    <div class=\"gtpp-progress\"><div class=\"gtpp-progress-bar\" id=\"ap-bar\"><\/div><\/div>\n    <p class=\"gtpp-progress-label\" id=\"ap-label\"><\/p>\n    <div class=\"gtpp-cl-body\">\n      <div class=\"gtpp-cl-item\" onclick=\"toggle(this)\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"a1\"><label for=\"a1\">Paracetamol<span class=\"warn\">NO ibuprofen for fever \u2014 dengue risk!<\/span><\/label><\/div>\n      <div class=\"gtpp-cl-item\" onclick=\"toggle(this)\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"a2\"><label for=\"a2\">DEET mosquito repellent 30\u201350% <span class=\"tip\">(for adults)<\/span><\/label><\/div>\n      <div class=\"gtpp-cl-item\" onclick=\"toggle(this)\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"a3\"><label for=\"a3\">Child-safe mosquito repellent <span class=\"tip\">(DEET-free or low concentration)<\/span><\/label><\/div>\n      <div class=\"gtpp-cl-item\" onclick=\"toggle(this)\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"a4\"><label for=\"a4\">Antidiarrheal <span class=\"tip\">(Imodium \/ loperamide)<\/span><\/label><\/div>\n      <div class=\"gtpp-cl-item\" onclick=\"toggle(this)\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"a5\"><label for=\"a5\">Electrolyte powder<\/label><\/div>\n      <div class=\"gtpp-cl-item\" 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Almost no rain, 28\u201333\u00b0C, low humidity. Beach, snorkelling, all tours running. What you need: maximum sun protection, light clothing, sunglasses and hat. What to leave out: rain poncho and heavy jacket.<\/p>\n  <ul>\n    <li>Similan Islands and Surin Islands open (15 October to 15 May)<\/li>\n    <li>All Khao Lak Safari and Phang Nga Bay tours run smoothly<\/li>\n    <li>Khao Sok year-round \u2014 but dry season makes trekking more comfortable<\/li>\n    <li>Hotels significantly more expensive than in rainy season \u2014 book early<\/li>\n  <\/ul>\n\n  <h3>May to October \u2014 Rainy Season \/ Green Season<\/h3>\n  <p>Showers come and go \u2014 mostly in the afternoon, short and intense. Mornings are often bright. Great value, quiet, nature at its peak. What you additionally need: poncho, water-resistant sandals, apply mosquito repellent more diligently (mosquitoes more active in rainy season).<\/p>\n  <ul>\n    <li>Similan and Surin Islands closed (May to October) \u2014 no snorkelling there possible<\/li>\n    <li>Khao Sok, Phang Nga, Safari and Little Amazon run all year<\/li>\n    <li>Prices 30\u201350% lower than in high season<\/li>\n    <li>Khao Lak in rainy season: quiet, authentic, very few tourists<\/li>\n  <\/ul>\n\n  <div class=\"box box-ocean\">\n    \ud83d\udcc5 Full details on rainfall, temperatures, open tours and what's possible each month in our <a href=\"https:\/\/gotravelphuket.com\/travel-guides\/phuket-rainy-season\/\">Phuket Rainy Season Guide<\/a> and our <a href=\"https:\/\/gotravelphuket.com\/travel-guides\/phuket-vs-khao-lak\/\">Phuket vs Khao Lak comparison<\/a>.\n  <\/div>\n\n  <h2>\ud83d\udc68\u200d\ud83d\udc69\u200d\ud83d\udc67 Packing List for Families with Children<\/h2>\n\n  <p>Travelling with children to southern Thailand requires a few additions. The good news: Khao Lak is one of the most family-friendly destinations in Southeast Asia \u2014 flat beaches, short transfers to the main attractions, family-friendly hotels and tours available from age 4.<\/p>\n\n  <div class=\"pack-section\">\n    <p class=\"pack-cat-header\">\ud83d\udc67 Extras for families with children<\/p>\n    <div class=\"pack-items\">\n      <div class=\"pack-item\"><div class=\"pack-icon\">\ud83c\udf1e<\/div><div class=\"pack-text\"><strong>Children's sunscreen SPF 50+<\/strong><span>Formulated for children's faces \u2014 standard sunscreen can irritate sensitive skin. Reef-safe for snorkelling at the Similan Islands.<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n      <div class=\"pack-item\"><div class=\"pack-icon\">\ud83e\udd9f<\/div><div class=\"pack-text\"><strong>Child-safe mosquito repellent<\/strong><span>DEET-free or low-concentration formula for sensitive skin. Cover children fully in the evenings near water.<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n      <div class=\"pack-item\"><div class=\"pack-icon\">\ud83d\udc8a<\/div><div class=\"pack-text\"><strong>Children's paracetamol<\/strong><span>Hard to find in your preferred formulation in Thailand. Definitely bring it. If your child develops a fever, think of dengue \u2014 always see a doctor, never ibuprofen.<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n      <div class=\"pack-item\"><div class=\"pack-icon\">\ud83c\udfca<\/div><div class=\"pack-text\"><strong>Life jacket and arm bands<\/strong><span>For younger children on boat tours. We provide life jackets on our tours, but sizes below 20kg aren't always available in every size.<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n      <div class=\"pack-item\"><div class=\"pack-icon\">\ud83c\udf92<\/div><div class=\"pack-text\"><strong>Small child backpack<\/strong><span>Children feel more involved with their own pack \u2014 and you carry less. Water bottle and snacks inside \u2014 important on long tour days.<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n      <div class=\"pack-item\"><div class=\"pack-icon\">\ud83d\ude34<\/div><div class=\"pack-text\"><strong>Sleep mask and earplugs (for long flights)<\/strong><span>Especially important for early morning or night flights. A neck pillow for children makes long flights significantly more comfortable.<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n\n  <div class=\"box box-tip\">\n    \ud83d\udc68\u200d\ud83d\udc69\u200d\ud83d\udc67 <strong>Family holiday in Khao Lak:<\/strong> Our tours are designed for families. The Khao Sok day tour runs from age 4, the Similan Islands tour from age 4 by catamaran. Detailed age recommendations for all tours on our <a href=\"https:\/\/gotravelphuket.com\/travel-guides\/khao-lak-with-kids\/\">Khao Lak with Kids<\/a> page.\n  <\/div>\n\n  <h2>\ud83d\udcb5 Tipping in Thailand<\/h2>\n\n  <p>Tipping is not obligatory in Thailand but is greatly appreciated \u2014 for many service workers, tips are a significant part of their income. As a guideline:<\/p>\n\n  <table class=\"cmp-table\">\n    <tr><th>Situation<\/th><th>Appropriate tip<\/th><\/tr>\n    <tr><td>Tour guide (full day)<\/td><td><strong>100\u2013200 Baht per person<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>\n    <tr><td>Boat driver \/ assistant<\/td><td><strong>100 Baht per boat<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>\n    <tr><td>Restaurant (budget)<\/td><td><strong>20\u201350 Baht or leave coins<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>\n    <tr><td>Restaurant (tourist)<\/td><td><strong>50\u2013100 Baht<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>\n    <tr><td>Hotel housekeeping<\/td><td><strong>50\u2013100 Baht per night<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>\n    <tr><td>Transfer driver<\/td><td><strong>50\u2013100 Baht<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>\n    <tr><td>Massage<\/td><td><strong>50\u2013100 Baht<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>\n    <tr><td>Taxi driver<\/td><td><strong>Round up to nearest 10 Baht<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>\n  <\/table>\n\n  <p>Always keep small notes (20 and 100 Baht) handy for tipping. In Thailand, tipping is done discreetly \u2014 place it on the table or hand it over quietly, never hold money up publicly.<\/p>\n\n  <div class=\"more-cmp\">\n    <p>\ud83d\udd0d More Preparation &amp; Travel Tips for Phuket &amp; Khao Lak<\/p>\n    <div class=\"more-cmp-grid\">\n      <div>\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/gotravelphuket.com\/travel-guides\/thailand-sim-card-guide\/\">\ud83d\udcf1 Thailand SIM Card Guide \u2192<\/a>\n        <span>AIS, True or dtac \u2014 which SIM is best for your Phuket &amp; Khao Lak holiday<\/span>\n      <\/div>\n      <div>\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/gotravelphuket.com\/travel-guides\/phuket-airport-guide\/\">\u2708\ufe0f Phuket Airport Guide \u2192<\/a>\n        <span>Transfer, SIM card, money, TDAC \u2014 everything for arrival at HKT<\/span>\n      <\/div>\n      <div>\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/gotravelphuket.com\/travel-guides\/khao-sok-national-park-guide\/\">\ud83c\udf3f Khao Sok National Park Guide \u2192<\/a>\n        <span>Day tours, overnight stays, packing list for the jungle<\/span>\n      <\/div>\n      <div>\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/gotravelphuket.com\/travel-guides\/similan-islands-vs-surin-islands\/\">\ud83e\udd3f Similan vs Surin Islands \u2192<\/a>\n        <span>Which snorkelling tour is right for you?<\/span>\n      <\/div>\n      <div>\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/gotravelphuket.com\/travel-guides\/phuket-vs-khao-lak\/\">\ud83c\udfd6\ufe0f Phuket or Khao Lak \u2192<\/a>\n        <span>Where should you spend your southern Thailand holiday?<\/span>\n      <\/div>\n      <div>\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/gotravelphuket.com\/transfers\/\">\ud83d\ude90 Transfers from Phuket Airport \u2192<\/a>\n        <span>Private transfer to Khao Lak, Phuket beaches and more<\/span>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n\n  <div class=\"author-box\">\n    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/gotravelphuket.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Me-cover-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"Danijel Petkovic Go Travel Phuket\">\n    <div>\n      <p class=\"author-name\">Danijel Petkovic \u2014 Go Travel Phuket<\/p>\n      <p class=\"author-bio\">Nearly 20 years of experience in southern Thailand. 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