Kochi guide
Packing List
What to pack for Kochi
In January, Kochi is typically warm, typically dry (24 to 31°C). Pick the month you travel and the list changes with it.
Kochi essentials
- Modest outfits that cover shoulders and knees for town and religious sites
- Sarong or shawl for temple visits
Documents
- Photo ID
- Travel tickets (print + digital)
- Hotel booking confirmations
- Photocopies / phone photos of passport and tickets, stored separately
Clothing
- Casual day outfits
- One smart-casual outfit for dinners
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Light summer clothing
- Sunglasses
- Reusable water bottle
- Undergarments and sleepwear
- Enough outfits for 7 days (6 sets)
Toiletries & health
- Toothbrush, toothpaste, and toiletries
- Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
- Personal medication with prescription
- Basic first-aid: band-aids, painkillers, ORS
- Hand sanitiser and wet wipes
Electronics
- Phone and charger
- Power bank
- Camera (optional)
Money
- Debit / credit cards
- Some cash for incidentals
Local know-how
- Local SIM: Excellent 4G. Jio and Airtel strong from Fort Kochi to Marine Drive. BSNL available. Coverage good on...
- Auto-rickshaws refusing meters in Fort Kochi area — use Ola/Uber or agree fare upfront
- Peak season in January: keep bags zipped and don't flash jewellery
- January highlights: Kochi-Muziris Biennale