What to pack
Clothes
- Waterproof Trousers: A light pair of waterproof nylon trousers is critical for keeping you warm in wind, and dry on the Zodiac.
- Fleece Jacket: A 200-300 weight fleece is ideal, or another warm Jumper would be suitable.
- Warm Trousers: Ski, tracksuit or polar fleece pants are suitable to wear under your waterproof trousers Jeans are not suitable to wear as an underlayer.
- Thermal Underwear: Medium thermal underwear, leggings, long sleeve shirt, and socks are essential. Polypropylene fibres are warmer when we than Sikor wool Sportwool wool sprayed with synthetic is also ideal. We recommend singlets, three tops and two bottoms minimum.
- Woollen Jumper: Ideal to wear as an added layer over your polypropylene thermals.
- Socks: Bring a mixture of thick and thin socks to test for the best combination to keep your feet warm.
- Gloves & Mittens: A pair of polypropylene or woollen gloves covered with a waterproof glove such as ski gloves or industrial fleece-lined rubber gloves. We recommend you take two pairs.
- Headwear: Please bring your preferred choice of headwear to keep your head warm. We recommend a beanie or a cap with earflaps. A neck warmer or scarf is also essential for protecting your neck and face.
- Footwear: Warm comfortable shoes for onboard the ship Make sure they have good grip for the outside decks. Slip on shoes or moccasins are ideal for indoors. For health and safety reasons, please wear enclosed shoes in public areas while onboard the ship.
- Waterproof day pack for excursions and landing
- Money belt – ensure that it is discreet and comfortable to wear
- Sunglasses and sun hat
- Comfortable walking shoes
Complimentary Expedition Jacket
We are excited to introduce our new Eco-Expedition Parka, thoughtfully designed in collaboration with XTM to blend premium functionality with sustainable innovation. Featuring a retractable pass pocket, contrast zip-away safety hood, and reflective safety patches, this parka ensures practicality and visibility on your adventures. Available in male and female sizes for an even better fit.
Sustainability is at the heart of this design—made from recycled PET plastic and packaged with 100% landfill-free materials. Partnering with XTM, a Certified B-Corp and carbon neutral brand, our new jackets reflect our commitment to responsible travel.
We’re excited to offer a parka that combines functionality, comfort, and sustainability—designed to enhance your expedition experience while caring for the planet.
Your jacket will be ready and waiting for you in your stateroom when you board for your expedition.
Documents
- Passport: Check the validity of your passport. Please note; most countries require a minimum passport validity of 6 months in order to enter or transit
- Photo or copy of passport
- Travel insurance – ensure that it will be valid for your entire journey
- Photographs of the contents of your luggage, particularly special/expensive items such as cameras, laptops and tablets etc
- Passport photos for identification passes and certain overseas visas
- Airline tickets and itinerary
- Foreign currency and/or debit/credit cards
- Emergency contact numbers
Other
- Binoculars for wildlife viewing from the ship and in national parks
- Camera with spare battery and memory cards
- Dry bag or plastic bag for camera
- Laptop for image processing and other data use
- USB stick to share photos with fellow travellers
- Padlock with security or smart code
- International power adaptor
- Voltage converter
- Power board for charging multiple devices
- Small torch
- External hard drive for storing downloaded images
- Spare pair of prescription glasses or contact lenses
- Ear plugs (especially if you are sharing a stateroom)
- Basic first-aid kit
- Sea sickness medication
- Personal medication – we recommend carrying this in your hand luggage at all times
- Moisturiser for wind and/or sunburn
- Waterproof sunscreen and lip balm