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Wondering what to pack for Fiji? Here are five things to wear for a luxury resort vacation. (You can use these tips for other destinations, too. Bonus!)
What to Pack for Fiji: 5 Easy Packing Tips
Written By: Kelly Ella Maz
Fiji isn’t like any other tropical beach destination. It’s a location that requires a very specific dress code. Your days will be spent tanning and snorkeling at the beach and your nights will be spent dining under the stars at a luxury resort.
The five star atmosphere calls for a wardrobe that matches. Think high quality clothing, tropical colors and a few glam touches. A trip to Fiji is a once in a lifetime experience and following these easy packing tips will have you prepared and looking your best when planning what to pack for Fiji!
You’ll want to look your best when you travel! Read my travel tips to Pack Light Stylishly!
Bikini, bikinis and – you guessed it – bikinis!
Most of your days in Fiji will be spent either floating in an infinity pool, paddle boarding as the sun rises or snorkeling in the ocean. Obviously a bikini is crucial, but I recommend bringing a minimum of two. When you want to get back into the water after lunch having a dry bathing suit to put on will make your afternoon that much more enjoyable. But let’s not pack any old bikini! Make it one that fits perfectly so you can comfortably participate in water sports without fear of your bikini falling off.
Bonus tip: A bikini with luxurious touches, like embellishments or metallic finishes, will fit in with the five star setting.
Kaftans – for day and night.
I’m a big fan of multi-purpose clothing for travel because it means I can pack less. A great kaftan (preferably in a bright print) is a “must” for Fiji because it can be worn so many ways. By day, wear it as a cover-up over your bikini. For an afternoon shopping trip wear it as a tunic over leggings and a tank top. For a nighttime look wear it over a fitted tank dress (or alone if it’s not sheer). Kaftans are truly the perfect piece of clothing for Fiji.
Protect that skin with a big floppy hat.
The sun is strong in Fiji and there’s no better way to keep cool and protect your skin than an oversized floppy hat. Not only does the wide brim give you more protection than a baseball cap but it’s also a much more glamorous look! You can also wear a floppy hat with your daytime outfits to look chic with minimal effort. Best of all, with a hat this big you don’t need any other accessories.
Bonus tip: Pack your hat upside down in your suitcase first, and then pack your clothes around it and inside of it to keep it safe and maximize space.
For more ideas, take a look at these packable hats!
The perfect sandal – embellished & waterproof!
Shoes often take up the most room in your suitcase so finding a versatile sandal can mean the difference between packing one or three pairs. For Fiji I recommend a rubber sandal with jeweled embellishment that can take you from the beach to cocktails and have you looking perfect for any occasion. I recently discovered a brand called Grendha and found their sandals to be the perfect option when planning what to pack for Fiji.
Take a look at our favorite pretty women’s flip flops for travel!
Workout clothes for a few on-land activities.
It may surprise you to hear that between all those luxury resorts in Fiji there’s also a ton of activities and adventure parks. I recommend packing one set of workout clothes and running shoes so you can take one day away from your resort to participate in rafting, zip lining or hiking through a rain forest! Don’t forget to pack workout clothes when planning what to pack for Fiji as they’ll also come in handy if you’re staying at one of the many resorts that offer yoga classes and personal trainers.
Use packing cubes to help you organize and even compress your belongings to maximize your space.
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What are you packing tips for what to pack for Fiji?
For more South Pacific packing list, please read:
- What to Wear on a Cruise to the South Pacific
- Backpacking New Zealand Packing List
- What to Wear in Australia: Sydney in the Summer
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Author Bio:Kelly Ella Maz is a writer and full-time traveller. Originally from Canada, she left her home to chase summer around the globe. She’s currently living in Sydney, Australia where she spends her days exploring new cafes and hidden beaches. You can follow her travels at www.kellyellamaz.com.
Tons of great advise. I am surprising my wife with a trip to Fiji, and I am looking forward to buying her some cute bikinis. I will take her shopping after I tell her where we are going as well so she can choose several new outfits.
I had no idea you had this packing list! I love your website but didn’t look for this list before I left for Fiji. Luckily, I packed a lot of this stuff anyway. Thanks for the great information!
Yay! It’s awesome that you already packed it! Nice work 🙂
Hi everyone. I’m a senior who will be traveling to the South Pacific in October and I have wondered about wearing compression stockings. Since there seems to be so many different price points can you give me some guidance on what you have found works.
Hi June, thank you for reaching out. You may find this article interesting for our readers top picks for compression socks: https://www.travelfashiongirl.com/compression-socks-work/ Have an awesome time on your trip! ?
I really like those sandals! I’m always on the hunt for cute + waterproof, definitely the way to go. They look more substantial and dressier than the Ipanemas I’ve been wearing.
Waterproof and cute? Always a bonus!
I remember when we were in Fiji 5 years ago, we had a tropical storms for 2 days in a row and electricity failure during our stay that 7 days..such an unforgettable trip!
cheers, Jalan2Liburan
I can imagine!
We spent about a month in Fiji, loved it! The two cities, Nadi and Suva, are both interesting. If travellers have time, definitely visit one of the Hindu temples, they are gorgeous! But include an outfit that covers your upper arms and down below your knees – I had to borrow a skirt and shawl when I went to the Nadi temple.
Also, head to some of the outer islands – maybe less luxury, but more tranquility!
LOVE Fiji! Now I just want to go back to dive there because I wasn’t a diver when I went