For schoolies, pack light, pack for the sun, and plan how you'll keep your phone, ID and card safe, because a week of beach days and busy events is when things go missing. The most common story is the same: bags left on the sand while everyone swims.
Clothes
- Two or three swim outfits.
- Shorts and t-shirts for the day.
- One or two outfits for nights out.
- A hoodie for cooler nights.
- Thongs and a pair of comfortable shoes.
Sun and beach
- Sunscreen (lots) and a hat.
- A towel and sunglasses.
- A refillable water bottle.
Documents and money
- Photo ID. You'll likely need it for registration and venues.
- One bank card plus a backup kept somewhere separate.
- Your accommodation details saved offline.
Staying safe
- Swim between the red and yellow flags.
- Stick with your group and agree a meeting point.
- Keep your phone charged and share your location with a friend.
- Look out for each other.
Keeping your phone and card safe at the beach
Don't leave them in a bag on the sand. Swim shorts with a hidden waterproof pocket mean your phone, card and ID come into the water with you. Ours is sealed by magnets and IPX8-rated to 30 metres.
What to pack
Guys: our black swim shorts or the Classic Men's Bundle (two pairs). Girls: Hinterland Green swim shorts or the Byron Girl's Weekend Bundle. Parents: these make a practical schoolies gift.
FAQs
What's the most important thing to pack for schoolies?
Sunscreen, your ID and a charged phone, and a safe way to carry them at the beach.
