Vietnam Solo Travel Packing Da Nang: The Ultimate Checklist for Independent Explorers

Written by Tony Bùi, with over 20 years of experience in the travel industry, personally guiding and organizing tours for over 100,000 travellers across Southeast Asia. This guide draws from firsthand insights, guest feedback from Legend Travel Group surveys, and Legend Travel Group’s expertise in Vietnam and Cambodia. Legend Travel Group since 2008.

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Da Nang is Vietnam’s most liveable city: golden beaches (My Khe), dramatic Marble Mountains, the insta-famous Golden Bridge at Ba Na Hills, fresh seafood streets, and the charming UNESCO town of Hoi An just 30 minutes away. It’s safe, English-friendly, and packed with hostels and cafés full of fellow solos.

Legend Travel Group runs small-group Vietnam Tours here specifically for solo travelers – no single supplements, instant friends, and flexible payments (10% deposit only). Whether you’re surfing Non Nuoc, exploring Hoi An lanterns, or hiking Son Tra Peninsula, this packing list keeps you light, prepared, and ready to meet your new travel tribe.

Luggage (Keep it Carry-On!)

• 30–40 L backpack or hybrid wheeled backpack (Osprey Farpoint 40 / Porter 46 are solo favorites)

• Daypack 18–25 L (foldable is perfect)

• Packing cubes & dry bag (essential for beach + rain)

Clothing – Light, Quick-Dry, Modest

• 5–6 lightweight T-shirts / tank tops (quick-dry merino or Uniqlo AIRism)

• 2 long-sleeve light shirts (sun & temple coverage)

• 1 modest knee-length dress / long pants (for temples & Ba Na Hills evenings)

• 2 pairs shorts + 1 pair lightweight trekking pants

• Swimsuit + rash guard (My Khe surfing & Marble Mountains climbing)

• Light rain jacket or poncho (wet season June–Oct)

• Fleece or light jacket (Ba Na Hills can drop to 15°C)

• Sarong / large scarf (temple cover-up + beach towel + airplane blanket)

• 7 pairs underwear + 3–4 pairs socks

• Comfortable walking sandals (Teva / Chaco) + flip-flops

• Lightweight hiking shoes if planning Son Tra or Marble Mountains

Toiletries & Health (Travel-Size!)

• Reef-safe sunscreen SPF50+ (mandatory – Vietnam sun is brutal)

• DEET or Picaridin mosquito repellent

• Basic first-aid (plasters, antiseptic, diarrhea tablets, motion sickness for Dragon Bridge boat trip)

• Reusable menstrual cup or pads (eco + saves luggage)

• Hand sanitizer & wet wipes

• Toiletry bag with hook (hostel bathrooms)

Electronics & Documents

• Universal adapter (Vietnam uses Type A/C)

• Power bank 20,000 mAh (long days at Ba Na Hills)

• Waterproof phone pouch (beach + boat trips)

• E-sim or local Viettel/Mobifone SIM (buy at airport)

• Photocopy of passport + e-visa printout + 4 passport photos (just in case)

• Travel insurance proof (Legend Travel Group provides comprehensive coverage)

Solo Traveler Extras – Meet People Edition

• Deck of cards or travel game (hostel common rooms love these)

• Small portable speaker (beach sunsets with new friends)

• Reusable metal straw & spork (Da Nang is going plastic-free)

• Journal + pen (you’ll make memories worth writing down)

Optional but Gold for Solo Travel

• Collapsible water bottle (refill stations everywhere)

• Quick-dry microfiber towel (hostel + beach)

• Earplugs & eye mask (overnight trains & hostels)

• Small lock for hostel lockers

All tours:

• No single supplement

• Deposit only 10% – pay balance 30 days before

• Free cancellation up to 45 days prior

• WhatsApp group created before departure

• Best time: February–August (dry & warm)

• Airport: Da Nang International (DAD) – 15 min taxi to city ($6–$8)

• Where to stay solo: Hoi An hostels or Da Nang beach hostels (Rooster Café & Hostel, Memory Hostel)

• Getting around: Grab motorbike ($1–$2 per ride) or rent bicycle ($2/day)

• Meet people: Pub Street (Da Nang), Hoi An Night Market, hostel common areas

Ready to explore Da Nang and meet your new travel crew?

Visit → https://www.legendtravelgroup.com
WhatsApp → +84825862222
Deposit only 10% – secure your spot now!

Safe solo travels – see you in Da Nang!
Legend Travel Group – Where Solo Travelers Become Friends Since 2008