FIJI PACKING LISTS

Below is our general packing list of suggested items for all programs in the Fiji Islands. Each program has additional, program specific items to bring listed on the program webpage.  Students who are participating in multiple programs should be sure to check the specific items for each of their programs.

You will be traveling to Fiji during the dry season, where the days are generally hot, with some humidity. The evenings can cool off but often remain warm.

PLEASE DO NOT OVER PACK! You must be able to carry and load your own luggage! And, please do not bring you favorite items with you! There is always a chance that you will get a bit dirty while working on your service projects and exploring the islands.

Be sure to wear your Rustic Pathways T-Shirt when you are travelling to and from Fiji!

Suggested Packing List for All Fiji Programs:

Carry-On Luggage: A small backpack is the best carry on bag and will be useful throughout your program for day trips etc.
• Passport and Wallet
• Photocopy of Passport (2 additional photocopies should be carried in checked luggage)
• Sunglasses 
• Journal and Pens
• Good Book, Music etc.
• Reusable Water Bottle
• Any and All Medications (Be sure to bring medications in your carry on in the even that your luggage gets delayed in transit!)
• Camera (35mm camera, digital camera, and/or disposable camera)
• Make sure everything you pack in your carry-on complies with the new carry on regulations of the TSA:http://www.tsa.gov/travelers/airtravel/prohibited/permitted-prohibited-items.shtm

Checked Luggage: A medium sized duffel bag, wheeled bag or large backpack are fine. Please check you domestic carrier in the USA for any baggage limitations or fees. Students must be able to carry and load their own luggage.

Clothing:  Students on one-week programs should use the smaller quantities listed as a guide, and students on two-week programs should use the larger quantities.  

Nice cotton collared shirt, short-sleeve (1)
Boys - Nice light weight pants (1)
Ladies- long skirt that covers your knees and is comfortable (required for service programs) (1-2)
T-Shirts (5-7)
Tank tops (2-4)                     
Long-sleeve t-shirts (1-2)
Shorts (2 -4)  à Shorts for should cover knees
Jeans or long pants (1 pair)
Sweatshirt or light jacket (1)
Underwear (7-8)
Sneakers (1 pair)
Socks (4-5 pairs)
Tevas, sandals or flip flops (1 pair)
Swim suit (1-2)
Cap or sun hat (1)
Light weight raincoat or poncho (1)
Toiletries: Biodegradable soap and toiletries are strongly recommended
Biodegradable soap
Biodegradable shampoo
Toothbrush
Biodegradable toothpaste 
Sunscreen
Insect repellent
Waterless hand sanitizer
Personal first aid kit
Any medications – Be sure you have prescription medications in your carry-on.
Contact lens and fluid or other items as necessary
Other: 
Towel (1 beach, 1 bath – large quick dry travel towels are great)
Laundry bag for dirty laundry
Flashlight or headlamp
Spare batteries
Water bottle
Lightweight sleeping bag or light blanket
Optional:
Pictures of family and friends to share with you new friends in Fiji
Musical instrument – the Fijians love to sit around at night and play guitar etc. 
Energy bars, vitamins and other snacks
Books, playing cards, games
Ear plugs 
Eye shield from the light

Donations for Fiji Island Service Projects

Students on our community service programs will visit kindergartens, elementary and high schools and rural village health centers during their time in Fiji. If you would like to provide additional support to these efforts, donations are greatly appreciated. Below is a list of items identified through consultation with local institutions, which are particularly needed.

We ask that if you are brining donations, you keep as close to this list as possible. This allows schools and health centers to have enough of each item to make them useful and to ensure that the items being brought are needed.

Suggested Donations
1 – Books for School Libraries

• Books appropriate for Kindergarten and Elementary School students.

2 - Materials For Schools

• Construction paper
• Paint and paint brushes
• Glue (sticks or bottles)
• Tape
• Crayons or colored pencils (not markers)
• Scissors for kids
• Pencils and pencil sharpeners
• Soccer balls, rugby balls or volleyball

3 – First Aid Supplies for the Village Nursing Stations

• Over-the-counter pain relievers including Children’s Tylenol
• Band aids, gauze and first aid tape
• Anti-biotic ointment
• Hydrogen peroxide
• Ace bandages
• Thermometers
• Medical gloves

Please note that it is very costly to ship donations to Fiji after you have traveled (and we don’t encourage it), so we strongly recommend you bring any items you might like to contribute with you when you come.