We raised our own daughter in Bali, so this list is what we actually pack and re-wear in 32° heat and high humidity. The goal is simple: keep a baby cool and dry through the day, with easy changes and quick drying so a small bag goes a long way.
Buying guide
For a hot, humid trip, pack breathable, quick-drying muslin cotton: onesies and playsuits for the day, one light layer for cool evenings and air-con, and a sun hat. Open-weave muslin lets heat and moisture escape, dries fast between the beach and pool, and packs down small.
By Vanessa & Bob, Epic in Bali · Updated 15 July 2026
We raised our own daughter in Bali, so this list is what we actually pack and re-wear in 32° heat and high humidity. The goal is simple: keep a baby cool and dry through the day, with easy changes and quick drying so a small bag goes a long way.
The everyday breathable layer, with easy snaps for quick changes.
One-piece for hot days — nothing to ride up or bunch when crawling.
Mix-and-match top and bottom that carries from day to cooler evening.
Light sun cover for the beach, pool and stroller.
A dressier option for photos that still breathes in the heat.
Light, breathable, loose-weave natural fabric like muslin cotton — a single breathable layer in the day, plus a thin extra layer for air-con and cooler evenings, and a sun hat outdoors.
In the tropics, plan for two to three changes a day for spills, sweat and swims. Quick-drying muslin means you can wash and re-wear, so you rarely need a fresh outfit for every change.