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✈️ Bhutan Adventure Retreat Packing List ⛰️
Get ready for your amazing journey to Bhutan! Here’s a detailed packing list to help you prepare, keeping in mind baggage allowances and what you’ll need for your adventure.
🎒 Baggage Allowance
Understanding your baggage limits is crucial for a smooth trip.
Economy Class/Coach Checked Baggage:
Weight Limit:
Cabin (Carry-On) Baggage:
Weight Limit:
Size Limit:
Infants (10% fare): No free checked baggage allowance.
✨ Items Allowed Free of Charge (Over and Above Baggage Allowance)
These items won’t count towards your carry-on limit:
👜 A lady’s handbag, pocket book, or purse (not used for carrying other baggage)
🧥 An overcoat, wrap, or blanket
☂️ An umbrella or walking stick
📸 A small camera and/or binoculars
📚 Reading material for the flight
🍼 Infant’s food and carrying basket
♿ A collapsible wheelchair, crutches, or prosthetic device (if required by passenger)
💰 Chargeable Items
Be aware that these items may incur excess baggage charges:
💼 Flight bags, briefcases, typewriters, vanity cases, large cameras, etc.
💸 Excess Baggage Charges
Charges apply per kilogram over the allowed limit.
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✅ Required Items
These are essential for your comfort and safety during the retreat.
🎒 Day Pack (21L-35L)
🧤 Fleece/Wool Gloves
🧢 Fleece/Wool Hat
🧥 Fleece/Wool Jacket or Sweater
🥾 Hiking Boots (Make sure they are broken in!)
👖 Hiking Pants (Convertible, Quick-Dry, Lightweight)
🧦 Hiking Socks (Synthetic or Wool)
👕 Long Sleeve Shirts (Synthetic, Lightweight)
🌧️ Rain Jacket (Hooded, Lightweight, WATERPROOF, Breathable)
💧 Reusable Water Bottles (Two 1-Quart) or Hydration System
🧘♀️ Yoga Mat
😴 Sleepwear
👍 Recommended Items
These items will enhance your experience and preparedness.
🧣 Bandana
🌡️ Base Layer Tops and Bottoms (Midweight, Synthetic)
👚 Casual Clothing for Travel and Town Wear (Lightweight, Easily Washable)
👟 Casual Shoes for Travel and Free Time
👂 Ear Plugs
🍫 Energy Snacks and Drink Mixes
🔦 Headlamp with Fresh Batteries
🩳 Hiking Shorts (Longer, Quick-Dry, Lightweight)
얇 Liner Socks (Synthetic or Wool)
🧳 Luggage (1 Piece)
🏷️ Luggage Tags and Locks
🚽 Personal Bathroom Kit: Toilet Paper, Ziploc Bags, Personal Wipes, Hand Cleaner
🩹 Personal First Aid Kit/Medications (Lightweight)
👖 Rain Pants (Lightweight, Waterproof, Breathable)
😎 Sport Sunglasses
🧴 Sun Block and Lip Balm
👒 Sun Hat
👕 Tee Shirts (Synthetic)
🧼 Toiletries
🦯 Trekking Poles
➕ Optional Items
Consider these if you have space and they fit your needs.
📸 Camera and Accessories
🔌 Electrical Adapter Plug and Converter (Europlug Plug C)
😴 Eye Mask
🤢 Motion Sickness Remedies
💳 Passport/Money Belt or Pouch
✍️ Reading and Writing Materials
📄 Travel Documents
Gather these well in advance to ensure a smooth journey.
✈️ International Airline Tickets (Confirmation and Itinerary)
🎫 Bangkok to Bhutan e-tickets (Will be sent after purchased by our guides – we will let you know exact cost ASAP)
💳 ATM card (Consider bringing 2 different ones)
📝 Bhutan Visa Form (Will be provided by the Bhutan guide)
📸 1 Passport Photo (Required for visa – needed sent ASAP)
📄 Copy of Passport (Required ASAP)
We can’t wait to share this incredible adventure with you in Bhutan! Please let us know if you have any questions about the packing list or anything else related to the retreat.