Lake Maninjau, Indonesia: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]
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Traveling to Lake Maninjau, Indonesia? If you're planning to go to Lake Maninjau, we've got some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.
Contents
- When to go to Lake Maninjau
- Important essentials for Lake Maninjau
- Activities for Lake Maninjau
- Lake Maninjau in January: weather and what to pack
- Lake Maninjau in February: weather and what to pack
- Lake Maninjau in March: weather and what to pack
- Lake Maninjau in April: weather and what to pack
- Lake Maninjau in May: weather and what to pack
- Lake Maninjau in June: weather and what to pack
- Lake Maninjau in July: weather and what to pack
- Lake Maninjau in August: weather and what to pack
- Lake Maninjau in September: weather and what to pack
- Lake Maninjau in October: weather and what to pack
- Lake Maninjau in November: weather and what to pack
- Lake Maninjau in December: weather and what to pack

About your travel guide
Hi! I'm Dev. I've traveled all over the world and in my travels, I have made many packing lists. In this series, my team and I have compiled the most useful information, as well as things we couldn't live without, to help you plan your trip.
When to go to Lake Maninjau, Indonesia
Based on the climate and weather in Lake Maninjau, the best time to go is June. See below for details.
Important essentials for Lake Maninjau, Indonesia
Here are some general tips on what to wear in Lake Maninjau, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.
COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022
Travel insurance that includes COVID-19 coverage
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A vaccine card protector
Vaccine cards may become worn. An unreadable vaccination card can cause severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps avoid that.
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N95 masks
These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID protection you can have.
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Kids' KN95 masks
N95 masks are not available for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).
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Hand sanitizer
This hand sanitizer is an excellent TSA-friendly choice.
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Travel disinfecting wipes
Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.
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Touchless thermometer
A touchless thermometer is important to have.
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(U.S. Residents) Telehealth COVID-19 test for entry to U.S.
U.S. residents still need a certified COVID-19 test to return home, but it can now be via Zoom. Learn more
General health necessities
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Emergency water purifier
Some areas of this country may have potentially unsafe tap water, so it's useful to take an emergency water purifier like this one.
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Travel first aid kit
This one is a good option.
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Emergency motion sickness relief
Don't forget these
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Plug adapter
A plug adapter that supports outlet types C and F. This one should be sufficient for most countries, but check with your hotel.
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Money/passport pouch
A money pouch is vital for protecting your passport and credit cards.
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Airplane or car necessities
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For families with young children
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Power bank for devices
A portable power bank, like this one
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Voice and data SIM card
A SIM card that works in Lake Maninjau. A good global SIM card works in most countries, but check the country list before buying. In some more rural areas you may need a satellite phone. We recommend this satellite phone.
What to wear/what to pack for Lake Maninjau, Indonesia by month
Already know when you're traveling?
January
Traveling to Lake Maninjau in January, you will notice that it is extremely warm. Expect it to rain about half of the time. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the 70s F (mid 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Breathable footwear or sandals
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Sandals
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Light skirts
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Light dresses
You can find some great options here
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Long and short sleeve shirts
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Bug repellent
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Short pants or heavy shorts
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Sunscreen lotion
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Extra socks
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Beach necessities
If you're going to the beach:
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A rain jacket to layer with another jacket
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100% waterproof footwear
We suggest rain boots:
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Rain pants
Rain pants can be a lifesaver in a storm.
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Waterproof phone bag
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Wind resistant umbrella
This one is an excellent one to buy.
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Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases remain dry. We suggest:
February
If you go to Lake Maninjau in February, you will notice that it is pretty consistently hot. Expect it to rain about half of the time. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the 70s F (mid 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Long and short sleeve shirts
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Sunscreen lotion
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Extra socks
-
Bug repellent
-
Breathable footwear or sandals
-
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
-
Light skirts
-
Sandals
-
Short pants or heavy shorts
-
Beach necessities
If you're going to the beach:
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A rain jacket to layer with a jacket
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100% waterproof footwear
We use these rain boots:
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Rain pants
These are a lifesaver in a rainstorm.
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Waterproof phone bag
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Umbrella
This one is an excellent choice.
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Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases don't get wet. We suggest:
March
March here is pretty consistently hot. Temperatures average in the 70s F (mid 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. It rains about half of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Insulated water bottle
Our fave:
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Loose-fit shorts
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
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Sunglasses
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Waterproof sandals
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Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can make you comfortable and protect you from the sun:
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Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and help you stay cool.
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Bug repellent
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Skirts
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If you're going to the beach
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A rain coat to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We like these rain boots:
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Rain pants
These will be essential in a storm.
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Waterproof phone bag
-
Umbrella
This one is an excellent choice.
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Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags stay dry. We like:
April
April here is pretty consistently hot. Temperatures average in the 70s F (mid 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. It rains about two thirds of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Waterproof sandals
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Skirts
-
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can cool you down quickly and protect you from UV rays:
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and cool you.
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Insulated water bottle
Our choice:
-
Bug repellent
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Sunglasses
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain jacket to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants are a lifesaver in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Umbrella
This one is an excellent choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings stay dry. We like:
May
If you go to Lake Maninjau in May, you will notice that it is pretty consistently hot. Expect it to rain about half of the time. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the 70s F (mid 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Bug repellent
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Skirts
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can make you comfortable and guard against skin damage:
-
Insulated water bottle
Our favorite:
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and cool you.
-
Sunglasses
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain coat to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We use these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants will be a lifesaver in heavy rain.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is an excellent choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases remain dry. We like:
June
If you go to Lake Maninjau in June, you will notice that it is pretty consistently hot. Expect it to rain about half of the time. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the 70s F (mid 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
-
Light skirts
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
-
Bug repellent
-
Extra socks
-
Short pants or heavy shorts
-
Sandals
-
Breathable footwear or sandals
-
Sunscreen lotion
-
Beach necessities
If you're going to the beach:
-
A rain coat to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We like these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants are vital in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is a great option.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases stay dry. We suggest:
July
July in this region is hot. Temperatures average in the 70s F (mid 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. It rains about half of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Extra socks
-
Short pants or heavy shorts
-
Sunscreen lotion
-
Light skirts
-
Breathable footwear or sandals
-
Sandals
-
Bug repellent
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
-
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
-
Beach necessities
If you're going to the beach:
-
A rain coat to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants will be vital in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Umbrella
This one is a perfect one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags stay dry. We like:
August
If you go to Lake Maninjau in August, you will notice that it is pretty consistently hot. Expect it to rain about half of the time. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the 70s F (mid 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
-
Breathable footwear or sandals
-
Bug repellent
-
Short pants or heavy shorts
-
Sandals
-
Sunscreen lotion
-
Light skirts
-
Extra socks
-
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
-
Beach necessities
If you're going to the beach:
-
A rain coat to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We recommend these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These are a lifesaver in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is a perfect option.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings stay dry. We suggest:
September
If you are traveling to Lake Maninjau in September, you will notice that it is hot. Expect it to rain about half of the time. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the 70s F (mid 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Bug repellent
-
Insulated water bottle
Our favorite:
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can cool you down quickly and guard against the sun:
-
Sunglasses
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and keep you cool.
-
Skirts
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain poncho to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We recommend these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These can be essential in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a perfect one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases don't get wet. We like:
October
October in this region is extremely warm. Temperatures average in the 70s F (mid 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. It rains most days.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Sunglasses
-
Insulated water bottle
Our best choice:
-
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can keep you cool and guard against UV rays:
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Bug repellent
-
Skirts
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and help you stay cool.
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain poncho to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We like these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants can be a lifesaver in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Umbrella
This one is an excellent one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases don't get wet. We recommend:
November
November for Lake Maninjau is hot. Temperatures average in the 70s F (mid 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. It rains most days.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Sunglasses
-
Skirts
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and cool you.
-
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can keep you comfortable and protect you from UV rays:
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Bug repellent
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Insulated water bottle
Our pick:
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain poncho to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We like rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants will be essential in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Umbrella
This one is a perfect choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings don't get wet. We suggest:
December
If you are traveling to Lake Maninjau in December, you will notice that it is pretty consistently hot. Expect it to rain about two thirds of the time. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the 70s F (mid 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Skirts
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Sunglasses
-
Insulated water bottle
Our first choice:
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and help you stay cool.
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can keep you cool and protect you from skin damage:
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Bug repellent
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain jacket to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants are a lifesaver in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a great choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings don't get wet. We like:
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