Pre-Travel Checklist & Packing List

Get ready for Your Fiji Surf Trip. Here’s everything you need to know and pack before joining your Fiji Surf Charter adventure.

Before You Go On Your Fiji Surf Trip
☐ Book your international flights to/from Nadi, Fiji
☐ Arrange travel insurance (required – must include cancellation & medical evacuation)
☐ Ensure your passport is valid for at least 6 months from your departure date
☐ Visit your doctor to:
    ☐ Get any required vaccinations
    ☐ Request a general antibiotic and antiseptic cream for reef cuts (highly recommended)
☐ Contact us if you need assistance with:
    ☐ Flights (we have a trusted flight agent)
    ☐ Surfboard, kite, or wing gear hire
    ☐ Travel insurance recommendations

Let your family know where you’re going and how to reach you while at sea:
    Stephanie Neil
    📧 hello@fijisurfcharter.com
    📞 +61 400 257 523

Essentials
Passport
Travel insurance policy (printed or digital copy)
Credit/debit card + Fijian dollars (FJD $100–150)
Reef-safe sunscreen
Sunglasses (preferably polarised)
Hat or cap
Lightweight clothing for warm days
Light jumper or long-sleeve for cooler evenings
Swimwear (2–3 sets)
Flip-flops or sandals (no shoes needed onboard)
Toiletries (eco-friendly preferred)
Personal medications
Quick-dry towel (optional – bath & beach towels are provided)

Surf, Ocean & Island Gear
Surfboards, fins, wax, leash (hire available if needed)
Booties (recommended for reef breaks)
Kite/wing gear (if applicable)
Snorkel and mask (optional – basic gear onboard)
Dry bag or waterproof backpack
Waterproof phone case
Fishing gear (optional – bring your favourite lures or setups)

Evening & Cultural Moments
Casual wear for dinners (shorts, linen, light dresses)
Sarong or long skirt + top covering shoulders (for village visits and cultural respect)
Optional resort outfit (for a dinner ashore)

Tech & Handy Items
Phone + charger (USB ports onboard)
Power bank
Camera or GoPro
Hard drive or USB for photo sharing
Universal travel adapter (Type I – same as AU/NZ)
Book or journal for offline moments
Seasickness tablets (if you’re unsure at sea)

Personal First Aid Kit
Include reef-safe antiseptic, waterproof dressings, and a surface antibiotic cream.
Reef cuts are no joke—see your doctor before travel for oral antibiotics just in case.
Clean wounds fast and treat immediately to avoid infection.