What to take from clothes to India. Collecting things for a trip to India

Before asking about what to take with you to Goa, you must immediately answer the counter question: "What to take with you to paradise?" This is exactly the question hippies asked themselves when in the 60s they went here to their permanent place of life. They did not take anything with them, only their dreams, songs and a sea of \u200b\u200blove. But let's look at the world realistically and still decide on the main things that you need to take to India Goa on a trip.

Season and weather

Goa has its own weather conditions at each time period. For instance, perfect timing rest period is from October to March. But many tourists live here all year round and do not experience any particular inconvenience. April to July in Goa begins rain seasonwhen everything is flooded with torrential rain almost every day. Then you should stock up on waterproof shoes, clothes and a large umbrella. For example from August to October starts here heatwave and basically nothing to breathe. It becomes so stuffy that neither the sea, nor the shadow, nor the cold water will save. At this time of year, it is better to go to the northern regions of India and wait out until October. But we will talk about the most favorable stage of weather conditions - from October to March. It is during these months that millions of tourists plan their trips and remain as satisfied as possible.

What to take with you to Goa: the essentials

The first step is to make sure that the passport and plane ticketsas well as money. Should do all copies of documents and take with you. As a rule, tickets are ordered via the Internet and it is imperative to make a printout. The customs office is asked to present ticket and hotel reservation... You can book any hotel and then cancel it. Be sure to have a valid visa to India- local authorities are especially closely monitoring this, as there are many cases of tourists who simply stayed in India without registration and with expired documents.

It is worth exchanging rubles for dollars or euros... Otherwise, it will be difficult to exchange them in Goa. It is more profitable to have dollars on hand. They are more often used in everyday life and are more readily changed at exchange points.

I believe that these are the most necessary things, without which you are unlikely to find yourself in another country. For me, this is enough that you need to take to Goa, and nothing else is required. And for you it will be relevant to stock up on some more things.

Insurance to India

Better to take care of health insurance and take her with you to Goa. It costs about 30 rubles a day and allows you to call a Russian-speaking doctor to the hotel to help you. You never know what can happen on the coast, it is better to insure yourself in every sense. This is especially true for those who ride a scooter, because conventional insurance does not cover such risks. We need an additional option "active rest" or "driving a motorbike", with which the cost immediately doubles. But it's worth it. Good insurances in India:

• "Consent" with the assistance of "AP Companies" - the cheapest insurance of the good. You can buy at
• Tripinsurance with its own assistant - very reliable and expensive. You can buy at.
• Allianz with Mondial assistance - "golden mean" in terms of price and quality. You can buy at
• ERV with Euro-Holding assistance - good insurance for children. You can buy at.

First aid kit

For especially squeamish tourists and for those who have any health problems, you should take your own to Goa. first aid kit... For example, you can bring antiseptics, pain relievers and prebiotics. In general, India is the country that produces the most natural and effective medicines in the world. They are based on the oldest Ayurvedic recipes. You can buy everything you need at the local pharmacy, as we usually do. But it is better to take care of your health in advance, which can pump up even when transferring to planes.

Other

Can be taken to Goa credit cards... There are ATMs in Goa, and in some cafes and shops you can pay by card without commission. And also need to take to Goa international driving license... You can rent a scooter without a license. The maximum fine for driving without documents is 500 rupees, if you are driving without a helmet, then 100 rupees. The fines are very affordable, compared, for example, with Thailand, where you have to pay 1,500 baht for parking in the wrong place, and 3,000 baht for driving without a license.

Helped me well english-Russian phrasebook... It is small and does not take up much space, but how effective it is. It is also worth taking a guide to India in Russian. Although you can find all the information on the Internet. Paper maps are very helpful. The best applications are Google maps and Maps.me. Download them in advance to your phone.

What to take to India Goa: packing a backpack

Yes, yes, it's a backpack, not a suitcase with flowers. Why a backpack, because it's the most efficient carry-on luggage. It is easy to get on the plane with it, it is easy to check it in your luggage without worrying about the wheels falling off. And it is also easy to carry from place to place when you travel around Goa and its surroundings. Who knows where the dashing one will take you? Maybe you will end up in Bali.

India is the most unpredictable country in the world, having the features of a portal where tourists can move, amazed by the freedom and boundlessness of their actions. This is how they leave society to live. It all starts with a backpack, of course. 🙂

What to take from clothes in Goa

This means that the backpack must be at least 60 liters. You should put comfortable summer shoes, spare jeans, shorts, a T-shirt, socks, underwear, a swimsuit or swimming trunks, a hat, a long-sleeved sweater or a sweatshirt in it (it is very cool in the evenings, especially when you ride a scooter). The rest can be bought at local shops for little money. For example, T-shirts cost Rs 100-200, dresses Rs 300-700.

What else

Must-see to Goa communication device, camera or camerasy, as well as spare batteries and accumulators. Sunglasses useful, but it is better to take inexpensive ones or buy locally. There is a chance of losing them or breaking them. I have often noticed that many travelers have a laptop. They work on it in their free daytime hours, when the sun is hot and they don't want to go anywhere. And some communicate with loved ones via Skype. Each cafe has its own Wi-Fi, although the quality of the Internet is not great everywhere. Therefore, we are not able to work in Goa at all.

You can take on vacation in Goa in a backpack small flashlight... It will come in handy if you rent a house somewhere on the outskirts. India has a different electrical system and often needs a Euro adapter. We need to take it and also stock up on a tee so that there are always enough sockets. You can also take a notebook and a pen to Goa. It helps when inspiration comes and you want to pour your innermost thoughts onto paper. And this happens everywhere, because Goa inspires creativity. You should take color photos 3 by 4 with you. They will come in handy when buying a local SIM card or the Internet. Many useful items can be bought at local supermarkets. Many of them have been adapted and already have inscriptions in Russian.

What not to take in Goa

You should not take expensive things to India in Goa. For example, remove any gold jewelry or jewelry of value. In addition, it is better to leave expensive phones and equipment at home. You should not take high-heeled shoes - there simply will be nowhere to put them on. And you don't really want to paint in the heat. Natural beauty is the most attractive. Don't take a lot of clothes. She will only get in the way.

Also, do not take chargers that take a long time to charge. Time is precious and it is not known where you can be in half an hour. You do not need to take sun and insect repellents with you to Goa. Because they are in every stall, they are cheap and very effective. An inflatable pillow won't come in handy either. And the huge books will burden your stay. Moreover, many cafes have their own libraries of books left by tourists who are tired of carrying them with them on vacation.

Own experience, what to take on vacation in Goa

With a one-way ticket, a backpack, a sleeping bag, a T-shirt and pants to change and take off my winter clothes, as well as a couple of thousand dollars, I went to an unknown India. In fact, things are sold there and you can buy shoes, glasses, hygiene items and everything you need for a penny. I even ordered a return ticket via the Internet at a local Internet cafe. And I can say that it is more profitable to buy air tickets from India than from Russia. All winterers do just that.

First of all, I thought about where I would keep my money. After all, this is the main thing that has value in an unfamiliar country, after a passport, of course. For safety reasons, I recommend taking to Goa padlock... He insanely helps both to close hotel rooms and hang on old safes. From the outside it may seem that it is strange to take a barn castle with you to Goa on vacation. But this "accessory" helped me and kept all my things in the hotel room safe. As you can imagine, the cleaning lady, the receptionist and the crowd of people have the keys to the standard lock in the hotel. I also recommend that you always close the windows so that no one else gets in to you. It sounds funny, but such cases are true.

It is not necessary to collect many toys and special bathing accessories, all of which can be purchased locally.

First aid kit

What will be very useful is the first aid kit, which will contain everything. It is worth stopping here and examining the question in more detail. Do not forget about these things:

• Bandages, green stuff, hydrogen peroxide.
• Good remedies for insect bites. It is important that they are tested and of high quality, since in an exotic country insects are carriers of many infectious diseases.
• Drugs that relieve motion sickness.
• Pain relievers.
• Thermometer and antipyretic drugs.
• A medicine that allows the stomach to cope with specific Indian cuisine.
• High SPF sunscreens
• Personal hygiene products for the child.

Flight nuances

The flight will be quite long, but in most cases it is fascinating for the younger generation, moreover, there will certainly be one more, or even several couples with children on the plane, who can while away the time with each other.

The landing of the plane becomes less rosy for children. They may have ear pain or motion sickness. It is worth taking care of the mint candy, and massage of the dimples behind the ears will help with pain.

Be prepared that upon arrival in India you will have to wait another hour or even more in the queue for registration. Local laborers perform their duties a little in slow motion without acceleration. So think about some kind of snack for the kids, by this time they will definitely get hungry.

When arriving in a country with special sanitary standards, carefully monitor the children, especially if your heirs are fair-skinned and blond, this type of children delights the locals. Indians are a very iridescent and hospitable people with a great love for children, if they like a passing child they can easily treat him with a local spice or a specific sweetness. It is this that should be monitored very closely, since not every adult organism can accept Indian delicacies without consequences, and especially for children.

Before you fly out of the airport, you need to take into account that the process of checking and marking baggage will take a lot of time, and the child will need to do something and eat.

A little about acclimatization

Upon arrival, you may be confronted with such a concept as acclimatization, which is accompanied by diarrhea and a slight increase in temperature for a day. If the temperature is very high and lasts more than 24 hours, make sure to call a doctor. It should be noted that this process is much easier in children. Don't worry if your child experiences an upset stomach. This is a normal phenomenon that should pass in a day. After all, the first aid kit will be with you!

Climate

Remember that India's climate is very different and humid.

Another thing that you should be extremely careful with is street animals. They are pretty cute and will not touch the child, but they can still harm if they share some local ailment.

When planning to visit India, the optimal period is to rest from early October to March. From April, it starts raining for a couple of months, when everything around is flooded with water and precipitation falls daily. And with the arrival of August, the heat starts when there is nothing to breathe, and even swimming in a reservoir does not save. You can hide from this by going to the northern part of the country.

List of necessary things

Documents

You must always have your passport, tickets and Indian visa with you. It is very convenient to store and carry them with you in a special bag on the belt. In no case should you take it off while moving. In addition, it is important to have copies of the required documents and tickets, which are kept separately. An alternative option can be scanned documents, which are conveniently stored on your phone or other convenient gadget. In an unpredictable situation, they can be printed. When moving around Goa, it is advisable to give the originals of documents to the hotel safe, and have copies with you. Thus, you can be sure that unpleasant situations are excluded during rest.

Many people send scanned documents to their mail or upload them to free photo hosting. So, you can open access to them without a gadget. That is, using someone else's computer.

Money matters

It is convenient to take euros or dollars with you, they should be exchanged for rupees in India. You should also have a plastic card with you. But first you need to make sure that it can be used in a given state. It is better to personally consult with the bank's specialists.

It is also important to remember that amounts in excess of $ 10,000 must be declared. In addition, in an exotic country, you should not pay with a credit card in the markets and in dubious trading stalls.

For baby

It should be understood that you need to take very little clothes. If necessary, your favorite things can be bought for a penny at the local market. Moreover, it is customary in India to bargain. As a result, you can buy things 5 \u200b\u200btimes cheaper.

If the child is very small, a sling will become a necessary thing on the road. It will allow you to explore the world with your parents in comfort. A great travel option is the backpack sling, which allows you to adjust the straps on your front and back. Thus, you can move around the city and in transport without a stroller.

For parents who are not afraid of difficulties and plan to take a stroller, it is worth opting for a light and compact model with large wheels. On such a stroller it will be convenient to move around the beach and you can have a great rest for both the child and the parents. It should be understood that in conditions of high humidity, the stroller will take on an unusable appearance much faster than at home. Therefore, it is better to take a model that you do not mind.

Nutrition

If the baby is an infant, take baby food with you. There is no hope that it can be bought on the road or in India. The cuisine of this country is very spicy and specific, so this is not an option for preschool children. Otherwise, a fragile child's body may react unexpectedly.

Food that is harmful to children is offered on the plane or bus. You should stock up in advance with the necessary products that will satisfy the child and will be useful to him. The best option will be not only canned food, but also instant cereals. You can also take with you muesli, well-washed fruits and vegetables. Tea - not sweet crackers. You don't have to take water with you, its quality is quite satisfactory, and it is convenient to buy a bottle anywhere.

How to keep your baby busy

In the process of moving, flying or traveling on the train, the child needs to do something. Plasticine perfectly develops fine motor skills, you can also draw on paper. Children are very fond of soap bubbles, it is worth taking a couple of bottles with you. It is important to take toys and objects with you on the road that the baby has not yet seen, so he will be busy for a long time and will receive a lot of positive emotions.

During the process of acclimatization, children may experience prickly heat, as a result of the influence of a hot and humid climate. In this case, you need to use regular powder after bathing. It's good if she ends up in the medicine cabinet. But if it's not there, it doesn't matter, the nearby pharmacy sells such a product.

You also need to pay attention to special means with a disinfectant liquid. It will allow you to wash your hands at the most inopportune moment, when there is no access to soap and water.

Personal belongings

It is worth dwelling on the fact that for the trip it is necessary to prepare not only kitchen utensils, but also clean sheets that may come in handy. India is considered a very dirty country and therefore it is better to have personal bedding. Or at least take it for a child.

Sometimes you have to get around India by bus, some of them are equipped with air conditioning. Therefore, in addition to light things, take a few sweaters and pants that will come in handy and protect the child from colds.

Alternatively, put diapers in your suitcase. But it's not a problem. They are sold in most shops for little money.

Necessary little things

• Oddly enough, there is no buckwheat in Goa, so those who love this product should take a couple of packs with them.
• In Goa, it is better to take kitchen utensils with you, since most of the rented apartments do not have them, and it is expensive to purchase.
• It is very important to take out insurance for the entire stay. You shouldn't skimp on this, as safety and health come first. Having issued insurance on time, you can easily count on compensation for the funds spent on treatment.
• In the process of applying for an Indian visa, photographs are needed. Those who stay are better to take on a trip. They can be great for purchasing special sim cards.
• A flashlight will become an indispensable thing in Goa, since the roads there are not lit and dark. Therefore, to make it comfortable to move around, it is worth stocking up not only with a pair of powerful flashlights, but also with spare batteries or a rechargeable battery. In addition, it is very convenient to see where you are stepping and not to step on the peacefully resting animals.
• If you are planning a long vacation, you can make a list of some foods that are not available in India. These include chocolate, cheese, smoked sausage, seeds.
• Going to an exotic country, it is important to understand that conservative views reign here and it is not customary even for tourists to bare their bodies. No need to bring mini-skirts, shorts or tight-fitting underwear. Otherwise, the local population will think badly about you.
• Most hotels have small lugs on the doors for padlocks. Therefore, it will not be superfluous to purchase a small neat lock with which to insure the door. This way you can be sure that no one will be able to enter the room.

Magic wand

An external battery is an irreplaceable thing that is very useful for modern phones. It is normal for the battery to drain quickly. In this case, it will be impossible not only to contact the world, but also to refuse the child's desire to watch cartoons or play. If you find yourself far from the outlet, which is the norm in Goa, it is worth using an additional external battery. It will charge your phone a couple of times. It is recommended to take a battery with a capacity of no more than 5000 mAh.

Clothesline

Oddly enough, but not all places in Goa have a laundry service. There are no problems in hotels in megalopolises. But if you want to relax away from the city, you will have to do it yourself and here a clothesline up to 20 m long will become an irreplaceable thing.You can also buy it in the supermarket on the spot.

And once again referring to the climate, you should pay attention to the fact that in conditions of high humidity, it is better to use quick-drying towels.

Comfortable clothes and shoes

Both for the child and for yourself, you should take comfortable shoes. Heeled options won't come in handy. For major movements, sneakers or sneakers made of natural materials will do. Sturdy sandals with sturdy soles are ideal. You can also bring your usual slippers with you. From the beginning of October, the nights in India become cold, so it will not be superfluous to grab, in addition to shorts, swimming trunks and swimsuits, clothes with long sleeves, fleece sweatshirts with a hood.

It is not advisable to take bulky suitcases with you. It is best to use a backpack.

Safety

As in any other country, you should not take expensive gadgets and phones with you on your trip. It is quite possible to get by with a cheap cell phone, as in conditions of high humidity the smartphone can be badly damaged. You should not take valuables with you on the beach and other places. It is better to keep documents and jewelry in the hotel safe. Close windows and doors at night.

One of the dangers that can happen in this country is the current. Most Hindus do not swim well, and there will be no one to help get out. It often happens that the current carries tourists.

It is worth noting that there are a lot of wandering wild animals on the beaches that can beg for food. But it's best to stay away from them.

A trip to Goa will give you and your family an unforgettable experience and a great vacation, if you plan everything in advance and get ready on time without rush and fuss.

A little more about Goa - in the video:

What to take with you to Goa.

Good day, dear readers of the site! In this article, we will tell you about useful things on your trip to Goa and India.

This list includes everything that may be useful for you to travel not only in Goa, but also in other countries. The list will be useful whether you are traveling for two weeks or for a year, since it is compiled to the maximum. You can figure out for yourself what you need and what you don't, and cross out the unnecessary from the list. Rely on the location you are driving to, the comfort you want, and so on.

First, let's highlight a couple of statements:

There are no necessary things, there are only those that can facilitate the solution of some problems.

The fewer things you have, the freer you feel.

If we talk about Goa, then you only need a pair of T-shirts and shorts. You can grab a camera, and the rest can be purchased on the spot. Now let's move on to the list:

Documents:

Be sure to have your passport with you at any time. Take good care of the storage of your documents, as their loss promises big trouble. Have copies of documents and tickets with you, but keep them elsewhere. Decide for yourself what to leave at the hotel and what to take with you.

More useful information in the article:

Lantern:

It gets dark quite early in India. There is also a high probability of a power outage, and most often the streets are not lit, and there is a high probability of not finding your home. Purchasing an LED flashlight is not a bad way to avoid this problem. Such flashlights spend a little energy and work for a long time. You can buy a model that fits over your head, in case you have to look for something in the dark.

The padlock:

The rooms of budget hotels, guesthouses and bungalows have their own locks, but if you are afraid of thieves, you can also lock the room with your own lock, in most cases there are places on the doors for installing such locks. The lock can be either coded or key. Keys are easy to lose, and the code is easy to break. The decision is yours. Although many do without locks.

Clothesline:

If your hotel does not have laundry services, it makes sense to stock up on such things. You can buy it in Goa.

Tee:

It can be useful if you have a lot of equipment. There are few outlets, and not enough for all electronics. The sockets in India are slightly different from ours, but the plugs fit. As a last resort, a tee can be purchased in India.

Sunglasses:

You can take your own, or if you are not an expert in this field, you can buy in Goa, but it is unlikely that you will find good quality glasses.

Safety glasses for riding motorcycles and scooters:

Suitable if you are planning such a vacation. Protects eyes from dust and insects.

Wearable wallet:

You can take it with you to increase the reliability of storing money and documents.

Quick dry towel:

Microfiber towel, thanks to quick drying, does not rot in Indian humid climates. Takes up little space in your luggage.

Light sleeping bag:

Even in hot climates it can be useful, because in some hotels and guesthouses there are no blankets at all, or bed linen is of very poor quality and freshness, and it will be much more pleasant to sleep in your own sleeping bag. Plus, it shines from many windows. Can be replaced with a blanket.

Backpacks:

Backpacks are a very convenient way to carry things, in comparison, for example, with suitcases. When sorting things, you can adhere to the following scheme - one large backpack, where not the most valuable things are collected, in the meantime, sort everything valuable into pockets and chest bags. If you check in your backpack as luggage, there should be nothing there that can be broken or broken.

Inflatable pillow:

If you know how to fall asleep on buses and trains, then you can take an inflatable pillow and build more comfortably.

Mug, thermos and small boiler:

Useful for preparing food for travelers if you are not going to frequent your hotel room.

Souvenirs:

Small money, pens, and other things will help to establish friendly relations with local residents.

Pen and notebook:

It will be needed when filling out various documents. With the help of a notebook, you can explain something to a person if you could not find understanding in oral speech.

Photocopies of tickets and passports:

You can make more than one copy and store each in a different location to minimize problems due to loss of documents or tickets. You can take a photo of your documents before leaving, and post the photos on the Internet, so that if something happens, you can present these photos.

2 color photographs:

May be needed when buying a SIM card or connecting to the Internet.

Cards:

You can have electronic, or print paper, or buy.

Stories and reports:

If you are traveling all over India, it can be useful to explore the place you are arriving at. There are many online resources with detailed information. for instance

How to start packing for your trip to India?

Let's start with the fact that you definitely need a backpack, you can of course also have a suitcase with wheels, but if you plan to travel and move a lot in India, then a backpack is better. I take another bag that can be easily slung over my shoulder, for what may be needed when traveling (documents, money, hygiene products, etc.) you will acquire as you move around the country. When flying, you can safely carry up to 22 kilograms, if of course you have the imagination to carry so many weights.

I'll start by saying that definitely not worth taking, so that it was not a pity to throw it out along the way. You do not need to take with you everything you care about and are not ready to say goodbye if something happens (theft, breaking, loss.)
It is better not to take clothes in large quantities, only what will be useful for the first time. At the first opportunity in India, and it is always available there, you can replenish your wardrobe very cheaply. Women - at home, you can leave off the shoulder tops and very tight T-shirts with a neckline. Skirts shorter than "below the knee" will not be necessary (except for the state of Goa and Kerala resorts). For men, jeans alone will be enough, you still take them off and put them in your backpack, because in that climate it is not comme il faut to wear them. It is easier to buy cotton pants or shorts locally.

Another list of notoriously unnecessary things in India

• Food.
• Dishes, iron mugs... The selection in India is huge and everything is cheap.
• Books. Here, you simply won't have time for this act. And if there is time, there will be no strength 🙂
• Phrasebooks... The most useless thing is that it doesn't help. especially since people in India do not speak English but "Hinglish" (a mixture of Hindu and English) and you will need all the gesticulation skills and the ability to feel and guess.
• Large jars of wet wipes... You can't save India. You just have to accept this fact. Stocks of wet wipes can be replenished there as well.
• Socks. Yes, no matter how ridiculous it may sound, but in the south at any time, and in the center of the country (with the exception of December and January), the thing will be as useless as one can imagine.
• Sun protection cream... In India, you will find natural oils and creams that are more beneficial to your skin than domestic ones.

Need to take with you to India

DOCUMENTS and MONEY

• International passport with Indian visa... And you can take a regular passport and, of course, make and store it separately. In case of loss of a passport, having a copy can speed up obtaining a new one.
• Air ticket or its photocopy.
• Cash (US dollars or euros) or travel (traveler's) checks (now very popular with tourists). Credit cards can come in handy when paying for tickets over the Internet; by the way, it is much more convenient than buying from box offices or travel agencies on the spot. It is better to change money in Delhi, there is always a better exchange rate than in other states.
• Photos 3x4... Colored photos are needed to buy a phone SIM card. it's cheaper and more convenient to communicate with the homeland.

THINGS and CLOTHING

• Good shoes, especially if you are going to the mountains and are going to visit the North of the country. Large sizes on very tall and with large feet are a deficiency.
• Insect repellent... Many places have mosquito nets, but it's better to play it safe.
• Guide - the best - "Foot Print", "Travel Guide", "Lonely Planets". Perhaps it will help, but maybe not. Usually in India, simple questions and random advice from local or the same tourists help better.
• Sunglasses.
• Nice knife.
• Needle with thread.
• Lantern, one of the important things. It gets dark in India in winter already at 6 pm and sometimes you can get to places where there are power outages.
• Sleeping bagif you get cold and the trip promises to be cool. You will hardly find heating.
• Large sheet (it is better not to drag the old one back). Although I prefer to buy it locally and throw it away at the end of the trip.
• Light bag over the shoulder (beach) - put water, a towel, fruit. A bottle of water is sometimes the most important thing when moving.
• Small but reliable padlocks... The hotels will give you out, but yours is more reliable.
• Moisture resistant covers for telephones and photographic equipment. On one of the trips, the moisture short-circuited the touch screen of the mobile, so I was without a phone for 1.5 months.

Almost any medicine is sold, medicine is at a good level: Ayurvedic, Tibetan - for every taste. You are unlikely to find the usual medicines. By the way, good quality condoms in India are much cheaper.

FIRST AID KIT

• iodine (cuts in dampness do not heal for a long time, iodine dries well)
• coal
• imodium (or other for diarrhea), anything from intestinal infections (just in case)
• plasters
• women's tampons (for some reason you can't find them in the afternoon with fire), and pads are not a problem.

In addition, if you are taking any medications and have chronic diseases, it is better to take double the amount of medication needed.

P.S. And finally, take with you acceptance, a smile for any occasion 🙂 And then India will give you everything you need at the earliest need.

The list of things has been compiled for people who travel to Hindustan for the first time, based on the author's personal experience for informational purposes.
The list includes things that have come in handy for me personally in my trips to different regions of India in different seasons, about which a corresponding reservation is made.

Most of the things and medicines we are used to are either also sold in India or have Indian counterparts, so it is not always advisable to take them with you. At the same time, if you are getting into remote remote areas of India, you better stock up on what you need before leaving, the choice of goods in local shops is very limited. In addition, if you are not adapted to unsanitary conditions, in order to feel protected, you should think about it before the trip.

Documents and most important

• Ksivnik or napkin for carrying money and documents under clothes (preferably synthetic, thin and waterproof)
• Passport + 2 photocopies of the first page and visa
• printout of an electronic ticket in 2 copies.
• Health insurance policy (optional) with copies
• Denyuzhki cash in large bills (higher exchange rate) + a few small bills. In tourist centers, travel checks are changed and there are also ATMs.
• Passport-sized photos, they are required when buying a local SIM card
• Ball pen

Means of protection:

Protection from insects (required if you live near fresh water bodies and at an altitude of less than 2.5 thousand meters)

• Spray Moskitol or Autan, but better rarely found in the sale spray Clove. Do not buy the cream, in India they make an excellent anti-mosquito cream ODOMOS.
• Spray "REID" - kills everything that moves / if you are a supporter of ahimsa you can buy anti mosquito spirals, 18 rupees for 10 pieces, 1 spiral is enough for the night
• Electric fumigator / India has, but not always, electricity
• Look for a cream after bites "KOMAREX" - cool thing, even wounds heal! / there is an Indian analogue of Kailash Jivan cream.

Sun remedies

• Cream (oil, milk) from / for tanning, determine yourself depending on the type of skin and the season, but the sun is hot. I used Amber Soler # 15, which is what I wish for you.
  If you climb into the Himalayas to an altitude of more than 3 km. or you will walk on a glacier or snow - take a cream with maximum protection for your face, otherwise your face will be charred!
• Milk for burns such as blue Amber Soler or Kailash Jivan Indian cream
• Hygienic lipstick with UV filter
• A moisturizer for the face, although an after-sun cream can also be used
• Glasses with UV filter
• Headdress. I prefer a kerchief, it is easier to wet it in water, which is sometimes necessary.

from dirt (asepsis)

• Antiseptic (disinfectant) wipes for treating hands and appliances before meals are desirable in large cities in India.
• Medical alcohol (for internal and external) - 2-3 cans of 100 ml. if you are very afraid of LCD infections, although alcohol in India is not of poor quality, but is cheap.
• Manganese permanganate (crystalline potassium permanganate) - in the solution, you can wash the fruit and the stomach in case of poisoning too
• For the treatment of the skin of the face and body during transfers and transitions, you can take wet cleansing wipes like Hygena.

Toiletries and other

• Antibacterial soap - SafeGuard or similar with maximum protection / In India you can buy DETOL soap or liquid with the same properties.
• Shampoo (best in sachets) / they are sold at street kiosks for Rs 2 per sachet
• Toothpaste and brush / great toothpastes in India, ask pharmacies
• Sponge
• Comb \\ Hair Brush
• Terry towel, if not too lazy to drag, in hotels they are not always available
• double or 2 small sheets, in Indian hotels linen is often not fresh, even better a special cotton or silk cover for a sleeping bag
• Strong synthetic rope for drying clothes, in guesthouses in India there is often nowhere to dry clothes
• A small piece of laundry soap / powders in India are the same, households. the soap is blue, in my opinion it is better
• Toilet paper / sold everywhere
• Some tissue paper or tissue paper
• Cotton buds
• Deodorant, nail file, razor, and everything you use ... cosmetics, IMHO, won't come in handy

Household supplies

• A mug for boiling water + a boiler + a spoon - if you like to eat / drink tea at night or do not like spicy, and if you are in relatively civilian places
• A pocket knife, preferably a folding knife with a fork and opener, if you wander into the Himalayas, you may have to eat without them with a spoon washed in cold water
• The flashlight is better on batteries or self-loading. Electricity problems are quite common even in tourist areas, but star hotels always have their own generators.
• Candles (electricity is often cut off) and lighter / commercially available
• Small padlock (for backpack) / commercially available
• Needles, threads, pins + scissors

Healthy foods

• Tea bags + sugar cubes + a little salt, in some places drinking normal tea is a big problem,
• Instant rice porridge (in case of problems with acclimatization, spicy food)
• Chips and chocolate (on the road)
• Vobla, if you love her, and you will be able to get it through customs, sprats and other non-perishable ...
• Cigarettes if you smoke
• If you are going to the Himalayas and love corpses - take freeze-dried meat, smoked sausage, sprats, etc. with myself. The most beautiful Himalayan state of India, Uttaranchal (Uttarakhand), is vegetarian.

IT IS USEFUL to take with you a thin (3 mm) metallized rug or yoga mat - you can sunbathe on the beach, yoga, rolled up it is convenient as a seat in temples and outdoors, in the cold you can sleep on it.

Clothes and footwear for India

• Sneakers for long walks and journeys. For trekking in the Himalayas, special shoes are desirable, in any case, they should not get wet and slip.
• Sturdy sandals with a stable, non-leather sole
• Linen, socks (preferably cotton or other absorbent material)
• windbreaker or sweater - it's cold on air-conditioned trains.

For Indian plains and beaches in spring and fall

• light trousers and a skirt made of natural material
• if there are semi-nylon "pants turn into elegant shorts" - take it, the most practical travel clothing, washable easily, dries quickly.
• a couple of T-shirts or light shirts / are on sale
• swimsuit \\ swimming trunks and beachwear

For easy trekking in the Himalayas

• Polyethylene raincoat
• a windbreaker with a lining or a sweater. In the Himalayas above 2 km. in summer and early autumn, you need to take a trekking jacket, above 3 thousand - already a down jacket and preferably trekking boots or good ankle boots, above 4 and on glaciers without boots it becomes dangerous.

Reading, photos and more

• The dictionary is better than English-Russian-English, even if you know the language well
• Phrasebook if language is bad
• Notebook
• Something kind, eternal that will harmonize you with the environment.
• If the camera is digital, take batteries for it. There is memory in India, as well as all kinds of video tapes.

It is desirable that all this be folded into a small backpack or bag, but do not bother on purpose ... In India there was more of this than we have and much cheaper. It is advisable that your main large backpack is not filled with all of the above to the top, otherwise where will you put your souvenirs?
And you can also take the addresses of family and friends, because they will be terribly pleased to receive a postcard with a view of the Himalayas or the Taj Mahal :)

Achadidi's own experience