The most common packing mistake on a yacht charter is bringing too much. Cabins are comfortable but storage is limited, and you will spend most of the trip in swimwear anyway. Here is what to bring, and what you can leave behind.
At a glance
- Pack light, in soft bags that roll up for storage.
- Two sets of swimwear, a rash shirt, a hat, polarised sunglasses and reef-safe sunscreen.
- IMPULSIVE is barefoot on deck, so you need very little footwear.
- Snorkelling gear, paddleboards, water toys and towels are all on board.
Bring soft bags
Hard suitcases do not fold down and are hard to store on board. Pack into a soft duffel or weekender that can be rolled up and put away once you have unpacked.
The packing list
- Swimwear, at least two sets so one can dry
- A long-sleeve rash shirt for snorkelling and the water toys
- Light, breathable clothes for the day
- A light jumper or jacket for evenings on deck and the tender
- One or two dressier outfits if you plan to dress up for dinner
- A hat and polarised sunglasses
- Reef-safe sunscreen
- Thongs or sandals for going ashore, and comfortable shoes if you plan to walk to a lookout
- Any medication you need, including something for seasickness if you are prone to it
- Phone chargers. Starlink and 5G are on board, so you will have signal
Shoes on board
Most superyachts are barefoot on deck to protect the teak, and IMPULSIVE is no different. You will not need much footwear once you step on board.
Leave the hair dryer, the third pair of heels and anything you would be upset to get salty.
If you are heading to Fiji
Bring your passport and check entry requirements for your nationality. Reef shoes are handy for walking over coral on beach landings, and a sarong or light cover-up is polite if you visit a village. July to September is Fiji’s dry season, so days are warm and evenings can be cooler than you might expect.
What to leave at home
Snorkelling gear, paddleboards and the water toys are all on board. So is beach and pool kit like towels. Leave the hair dryer, the third pair of heels and anything you would be upset to get salty.
Before you arrive we will send a guest preference sheet so the crew can plan meals and activities around you. If you are still deciding where to go, start with our sample itineraries.
