Your Hawaii Packing List, Printable
This Hawaii packing list printable version groups everything into short blocks. Tick what you need, cross out what you do not, and keep it with your travel documents. It assumes a warm-weather trip with some time on trails and in the water.
Documents and money
- ☐ Photo ID (REAL ID-compliant or passport for flights)
- ☐ Flight, hotel and car confirmations
- ☐ Park, sunrise or beach reservations
- ☐ Insurance card and travel insurance details
- ☐ Credit/debit cards (many park kiosks take cards only)
Health
- ☐ Prescription medicines in original containers
- ☐ Copies of prescriptions
- ☐ Motion-sickness remedy for boats and winding roads
- ☐ Small first-aid kit and blister care
- ☐ Insect repellent
Sun and water
- ☐ Mineral sunscreen (zinc oxide or titanium dioxide)
- ☐ Rash guard or swim shirt
- ☐ Two swimsuits
- ☐ Hat and sunglasses
- ☐ Water shoes
- ☐ Snorkel mask, if you have one that fits
- ☐ Dry bag for phones on boats
Clothes
- ☐ Shorts and light tops
- ☐ One pair of long trousers or a dress for evenings
- ☐ Light long-sleeved shirt
- ☐ Fleece or warm layer for summits
- ☐ Packable rain jacket
- ☐ Sleepwear and underwear
Shoes
- ☐ Sandals or flip-flops
- ☐ Closed-toe walking or hiking shoes with grip
- ☐ Water or reef shoes
Gear and extras
- ☐ Reusable water bottle
- ☐ Daypack
- ☐ Headlamp or small flashlight
- ☐ Phone charger and power bank
- ☐ Reusable shopping bag
- ☐ Ziploc bags for wet items
Before You Close the Suitcase
- Check the forecast with the National Weather Service in Honolulu for your island and dates.
- Confirm any reservations you need for parks or sunrise viewing; many popular sites now require them.
- Put medicines, a swimsuit and one change of clothes in your carry-on in case a checked bag is delayed.
- Leave room for gifts, but read our agriculture page before buying fruit or plants to take home.
How to use the list
Print it a week before you leave, not the night before. Cross out anything that does not fit your trip — there is no need for summit layers if you are staying at the beach, or for snorkel gear if you will only swim at the pool — and add anything personal, such as contact lenses or a CPAP machine. Tick items as they go into the bag, and tuck the sheet into your carry-on so you can check it again when you repack to fly home.
Activities such as snorkel cruises and luau often supply gear; check what is included when you book on Discount Shore Activities.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I print this Hawaii packing list?
Yes. Use the Print button or your browser’s print command; the checklist prints cleanly on one or two pages. You can also save it as a PDF from the print dialog.
Is this list for one person?
It is written for one adult. For children, add the items on our family page, and for a carry-on-only week, use the carry-on page to trim it.
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