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On my first visit to Thailand when I was a less experienced backpacker I booked myself a regular hotel in Bangkok for the first couple of nights. With their sturdy sole supportive straps and waterproof material water sandals can be worn for boat trips short jungle treks exploring waterfalls kayaking and even snorkelling.
You want to make sure youre comfortable for the long haul.
Shoes for backpacking thailand. Sandals thongs flip-flops jandals whatever you want to call them are by far the best footwear to wear in Thailand. Not only are they suitable for the warm climate they are also very practical when it comes to needing to remove your shoes when entering a temple cafe or guesthouse as is the custom in Thailand. You want to make sure youre comfortable for the long haul.
Ive had mine since 2009. Flip flops or slip on shoes are a MUST. Taking off ones shoes before entering a home temple or even a restaurant is common practice in Thailand.
You will find yourself taking your shoes on and off multiple times a day. Obviously if you just plan to stick to Bangkok and the Krabi or Phuket beachy areas you might not need these but a good pair of hiking shoes are useful while in Thailand. Definitely do NOT go for hiking boots but rather opt for a pair of hiking sandals like Tevas or waterproof trail runners.
All types of sandals are available in Thailand from about 199 baht upwards in stores like Tesco-Lotus or Big C but even then sometimes it is hard to find sizes bigger than 8 or 9Socks are rarely seen in large stores in Thailand but you can buy them from market stalls usually three pairs for 100 baht. I was very happy with my shoe wardrobe choice for Thailand. - Keens couldnt open your link but I think theyre H20s - lightweight hiking shoes trailrunners for hiking elephant riding etc.
Backpacking Thailand is really fun and social but this also depends hugely on the hostels you choose. On my first visit to Thailand when I was a less experienced backpacker I booked myself a regular hotel in Bangkok for the first couple of nights. Always remove your shoes before entering someones house or even the patio area leading.
Good Shoes Salomon X Ultra 3 Low Aero Yes Thailand is a beach backpacker destination and you may be tempted to spend your whole trip wearing only flip flips or even going around barefoot believe us people do it. When it comes to choosing the right pair of sandals to wear in Asia keep it simple and cheap. Leave your favorite pair of Tevas Chocos authentic Birkenstocks or other name-brand pricey sandals at home.
Instead opt for a comfortable nondescript pair of. In Thailand you have to take your shoes on and off a lot in not only temples but shops restaurants and some accommodation so slip-on shoes like flip. Beach bums and water sports enthusiasts should definitely pack a pair of water sandals when travelling to Southeast Asia.
With their sturdy sole supportive straps and waterproof material water sandals can be worn for boat trips short jungle treks exploring waterfalls kayaking and even snorkelling. I read that hiking boots best for my plans to trek in Khao Yai NP but mine are so heavy duty that I really think I am going to try and get away with my walking shoes as lugging boots around the rest of Thailand will be a nightmare plus I wear walking shoes much of the time anyway. Adidas Terrex Swift R2 GTX Low Cut Best Shoes for Backpacking in Hot Climates Men Vasque Grand Traverse Best Walking Shoes for Travel Men Salomon X Ultra 3 Low GTX Overall Best Travel Shoes for Women KEEN Targhee III Mid WP Top Travel Shoes for Hiking Women.
Best budget hiking shoes. Saucony Peregrine 11 and Merrell Moab 2 WP Low Best value hiking shoes. Salomon X Ultra 4 Low GTX Altra Lone Peak 5 and HOKA ONE ONE Speedgoat 4 Best high-end hiking shoes.
Vasque Breeze LT Low GTX La Sportive Spire GTX and Salomon XA Pro 3D V8 GTX.