What to Wear and Bring to Turtle Island

Preparing for your Turtle Island visit? This packing guide ensures you have everything you need for a comfortable and enjoyable experience at Pulau Penyu, Tanjung Benoa.

Essential Items to Bring

Sun Protection: Sunscreen (SPF 50+ recommended, reef-safe preferred), sunglasses, and a wide-brimmed hat. The tropical sun is intense, especially on the water.

Waterproof Protection: A waterproof phone case or dry bag for electronics. You will encounter splashing during the glass bottom boat ride and water activities.

Camera: Smartphone is sufficient for most visitors. GoPro or waterproof camera for underwater shots if snorkeling.

What to Wear

Clothing: Light, quick-dry clothing or swimwear. A cover-up or light shirt for sun protection. Avoid heavy fabrics that take long to dry.

Footwear: Sandals with back straps or water shoes. Flip-flops may fall off during boat rides. The island has sandy paths that are easy to walk.

Optional but Recommended

Hand sanitizer (for after handling animals), insect repellent, a small towel, a reusable water bottle, a change of clothes if doing watersports, and snacks for children.

What NOT to Bring

Expensive jewelry (risk of loss in water), large bags (limited space on boats), glass bottles (not allowed on island), drones (restricted area near airport flight path).

For Watersports Participants

If youre planning watersports activities, bring swimwear you are comfortable getting wet in, a hair tie for long hair, and contact lens wearers should consider prescription goggles or secure swim goggles.