🏖️ Beach & swimming - packing checklist
Beaches, lagoons, lakes and calm coastal water for swimming.
- Reef-safe sunscreenHigh SPF that will not bleach the coral you are swimming over.
- Quick-dry towelA microfibre towel packs small and dries in minutes.
- Water shoesProtect your feet on rocky entries, hot sand and sea-urchin spines.
- Dry bagKeeps phone, cash and keys safe while you are in the water.
- Rash guard or sun shirtBetter sun cover than lotion for long hours in the water.
- Snorkel set (optional)Your own mask that fits well beats a scratched rental every time.
- Check flags and currentsAsk locally about rip currents and tides before swimming off open coasts.