Preparing for a dive trip can be stressful! There are so many things to remember! To help make for a more pleasant experience I have put together a list of important items to consider when planning a dive trip. The list is not exhaustive, but it is extensive. All items on the list may not be appropriate for every trip, or there may be others you require, so pack as needed. This list is designed merely as a guideline to help you remember some of the most important things.
MUST HAVES:
( ) Plane tickets
( ) C-cards (specialty and other)
( ) Cash (spending/tips)
( ) Credit Card
( ) Dive Insurance Card
( ) Emergency Contacts
( ) Passport
SAVE A DIVE KIT:
( ) allen wrench
( ) crescent wrench
( ) clips
( ) medical scissors
( ) computer battery
( ) duct tape
( ) fin straps (pair)
( ) mouthpiece (spare)
( ) mask strap (spare)
( ) dive light
( ) needle nose pliers
( ) 0-rings
( ) Zip ties
( ) batteries ( for dive lights, etc.)
( ) superglue
( ) string
( ) hair ties
( ) suit cement
( ) talcum powder
( ) spare high pressure hose
( ) Swiss Army Knife
SCUBA GEAR:
( ) fins
( ) boots
( ) wetsuit
( ) dive skins
( ) vests
( ) drysuit
( ) mask
( ) snorkel
( ) regulator
( ) computer (and any cords/accessories you might need)
( ) tank (if traveling locally)
( ) BC
( ) BC pockets
( ) weight
( ) mirror or other signaling device
( ) safety sausage
( ) knife (for BC or leg)
( ) slate/pencil
( ) tank banger/knocker
( ) dive light(s) - 2
( ) weight belt
( ) whistle
( ) mask defog
( ) compass
( ) dive watch
( ) battery powered light stick for night dives
( ) dive reel
( ) dry box/dry bag
( ) gear bag
( ) gloves
( ) hood
( ) Dive Log
( ) Dive Tables (regular and nitrox)
CAMERA GEAR:
( ) Batteries
( ) Camera
( ) Strobe
( ) Instruction Manual
( ) Disposable Camera
( ) Film (slide/print)
( ) Digital Memory
( ) Lenses (Macro/Wide Angle)
( ) Underwater Housing
( ) o-rings
( ) Video Equipment
( ) silicone
MEDICAL:
( ) First Aid Kit
( ) Motion Sickness Meds (bonine/Dramamine/patch, etc.)
( ) decongestant
( ) Swimmer's Ear (or equivalent)
( ) Tylenol/Advil
( ) band aids
( ) anti-diarrheal
( ) antacid
( ) any prescription medications
( ) benadryl
( ) sunscreen
( ) tweezers
( ) emergency oxygen (if traveling locally)
( ) cortisone cream
( ) anti sting solution
( ) eye wash
( ) bug spray
NECESSITIES:
( ) deodorant
( ) toothpaste
( ) toothbrush
( ) blow dryer
( ) hairbrush
( ) combs
( ) hair ties
( ) make up
( ) sunburn medication/lotion
( ) nail clipper
( ) eye glass kit
( ) glasses
( ) sunglasses
( ) shampoo
( ) cream rinse
( ) towel
( ) soap
( ) toiletries
( ) feminine products
( ) floss
( ) lotion
( ) facial cleansers
( ) contacts (+ case an solution)
( ) curling iron
( ) fanny pack
( ) Kleenex
( ) razor
( ) travel alarm
( ) vitamins
( ) cell phone
( ) garbage bag
( ) zip lock bags
CLOTHES:
( ) swimsuit
( ) underwear
( ) shorts
( ) socks
( ) pants
( ) belts
( ) hats
( ) sandals
( ) rain poncho/parka
( ) shirts
( ) shoes
