Before You Ride

Packing List

Everything you need for the Ha Giang Loop — and what you can safely leave in a locker at our homebase.

0°C Winter Low
40°C Summer High

The weather in Ha Giang ranges from freezing winters (December–March, down to 0°C) to scorching summers (June–August, up to 40°C) — be sure to pack appropriate clothes for whichever season you're riding in. Anything you don't need on the road can be stored in a private locker at our homebase in Ha Giang.

Things to Always Bring With You

19 essentials, grouped so you can check them off by category.

Documents & Money

  • Driving licence / permits (if you’re self driving)
  • Travel insurance (encouraged)
  • Cash (small notes for bathrooms, 3–5k)

Weather & Clothing

  • 3/4 t-shirts
  • 2 trousers/shorts
  • Fleece/jumper/jacket/gloves/scarf/pants
  • Waterproofs (provided by Road Kings)
  • Swimwear (all year — people swim)

Gear

  • A backpack (40L or less)
  • Charger (& portable charger)
  • Camera/phone
  • Headphones
  • Sunglasses
  • Comfortable shoes

Toiletries & Health

  • Toiletries
  • Suncream
  • Medicine
  • Toilet paper (some bathrooms don’t have)
  • Towel (for swim spots — homestays provide towels at night)