What do you need for Swimming & beach?
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- Arm bands
Help small children stay afloat. They do not replace supervision.
- Beach bag
A roomy bag for towels, sun cream and water. Sand falls out of mesh bags easily.
- Beach Games
Ball, bats or boules for fun on the beach.
- Beach lounger
A portable lounger for beaches without sunbeds for hire.
- Beach tent
A small beach shelter for shade and protection from wind, ideal with children.
- Beach towel
A large, quick-drying towel for sand and sun lounger, separate from your shower towel.
- Beach Umbrella
Shade on the beach. Many beaches rent umbrellas, so check before you carry one.
- Body board
A short board for riding small waves lying down. Fun for beginners and children.
- Bucket and spade
For building sandcastles: easy to buy at almost any beach.
- Cool box
Keeps drinks and food cool at the beach or campsite.
- Drinking Bottles
Refillable bottles for water on the go. Bring enough for everyone on longer tours.
- Flippers
Help you swim faster and with less effort when snorkelling or diving. Try them on before you buy.
- Folding chairs
Light folding chairs for the beach, campsite or riverside.
- Frisbee
A light disc for games on the beach or in the park.
- Goggles
Protect your eyes from salt and chlorine and let you see clearly under water.
- Ice packs
Freeze them the night before to keep your cool box cold for longer.
- Inflatable boat
For short trips on calm water near the shore. Check local rules and wear a life jacket.
- Insect Protection
Spray or lotion against mosquitoes and ticks for days outdoors; treated clothing helps on long tours.
- Kite
A kite to fly on windy beaches. Keep away from people and power lines.
- Lightweight Scarf
A light scarf protects against sun, dust and sand and covers your shoulders when needed.
- Lilo
An inflatable mattress for floating on the water. Stay close to the shore, wind can drift you out.
- Picnic or beach blanket
A blanket with a waterproof underside for picnics on grass or sand.
- Picnic set
Plates, cups and cutlery for meals outdoors. Reusable sets avoid waste.
- Pool shoes
Protect your feet from hot sand, sharp stones and sea urchins, and are good for shared showers.
- Sarong
A light cloth for the beach: towel, cover-up, skirt or sun shade in one.
- Snorkelling Kit
Mask, snorkel and fins as a set. Your own fit better than rented ones.
- Swim nappies
Normal nappies soak up water; most pools require swim nappies for babies.
- Swimwear
For swimming and the beach. Take two so one can dry while you wear the other.
- UV swim shirt for children
Protects children's shoulders and back during long hours in the water.
- Waterproof phone pouch
Keeps your phone dry on the water and lets you take photos.