Packing List · From India
Andaman Islands Packing List from India
Andamans packing is summer beach gear plus reef-safe sunscreen. The Indian sun in December at 13 degrees latitude is brutal.
What to expect on the ground
Tropical year-round (22 to 33C). December to March is dry. June to September is heavy monsoon and most ferries cancel.
Documents plus money
Carry digital copies of everything in your phone plus a backup printed copy in your checked bag.
- Aadhaar or voter ID (no passport or visa needed for Indian citizens)
- Travel insurance card plus emergency numbers
- Debit or credit card plus some cash in INR
- Pre-printed hotel + flight bookings
- Day-by-day itinerary printed
Clothing essentials
Pack light. Most destinations have laundry. Plan around layers, not full outfits.
- 3 to 4 t-shirts plus 1 collared shirt
- 2 pairs trousers or jeans
- 1 light jacket
- 5 to 7 pairs of socks plus undergarments
- Sleepwear
- 1 set of formal clothing for evening dinners
Toiletries plus health
TSA-compliant containers if flying with carry-on only.
- Travel-size shampoo plus conditioner plus body wash
- Toothbrush plus toothpaste plus floss
- Sunscreen SPF 30 plus
- Moisturizer plus lip balm
- Personal medications (prescription with doctor note)
- Basic first-aid: paracetamol, antihistamine, ORS, antiseptic, bandages
- Insect repellent if tropical
- Mini sewing kit
Tech plus electronics
Indian plugs, so no adapter is needed.
- Phone plus charger
- Portable power bank 10,000 mAh plus
- Headphones or earbuds
- Camera (or phone is fine)
- Small power strip (one socket charges 4 devices)
Specific for this destination
Items that are non-obvious for this destination.
- Reef-safe sunscreen (mandatory in marine protected areas)
- Snorkel mask plus fins if you have your own
- Light cotton shirts for scuba boat days
- Quick-dry towel
Frequently asked
What is the most-forgotten item for Andaman Islands?
A copy of your Aadhaar or voter ID. No power adapter is needed in India. Other forgotten items: modest layer for religious sites, swimwear if there is any beach plus pool access.
Can I buy missing items in Andaman Islands?
Most items can be bought locally but at premium tourist pricing. Specialty items (hiking gear, prescription medications) should come from India. Generic items (toothpaste, sunscreen, basic clothing) are cheaper to buy on arrival.
Should I carry cash or rely on cards?
No forex is needed in India. Carry some INR cash for tips plus small vendors. Major restaurants plus hotels accept cards. ATM withdrawals incur 3 to 5 percent fees.
What about prescription medications in Andaman Islands?
Carry a doctor's prescription with brand plus generic names. Pack medications in original packaging. Some countries restrict specific medications (sleeping pills, ADHD medications); check the destination's customs before travel.
Carry-on vs checked bag strategy?
Carry-on essentials: Aadhaar or voter ID, medications, one day of clothing, valuables. Checked bag for everything else. Pack assuming the checked bag may be delayed 24 to 48 hours.