One of the biggest challenges of travelling with a baby is deciding what to pack. Baby gear is bulky, heavy, and eats into your luggage allowance. The good news? In Goa, you can rent almost everything you need. Here's our guide to what's worth renting vs bringing.

Always Rent: Large Equipment

These items are too bulky to fly with and are available for rent in Goa:

Travel Cot / Crib

Even a "portable" travel cot takes up half a suitcase and weighs 8-12kg. Renting one in Goa means you arrive to a cot already set up in your villa with fresh linens. We offer the Babyhug Travel Cot (3-in-1, up to 6 years) and the Joie Playard Allura 120 — both delivered with mattress and bedding.

Stroller

Unless you have a compact travel stroller under 6kg, rent one. Our R for Rabbit Auto-Fold Stroller is lightweight with a sun canopy — perfect for Goa's markets and beach promenades.

High Chair

Most Goa villas don't have high chairs, and most restaurants don't either. Renting one means stress-free mealtimes at your accommodation. Our IKEA high chair is simple, sturdy, and easy to clean.

Baby Bath Tub

Villa bathrooms rarely have baths — just showers. A baby bath tub makes bath time safe and easy. We offer two options: the BabyHug whale-shaped tub for infants and the IKEA LATTSAM for babies up to 3 years.

Car Seat

If you're planning any car travel in Goa (airport transfers, day trips), a car seat is essential. Taxis in Goa don't provide them. Our R for Rabbit car seat is ECE R44/04 certified and works from newborn to 7 years.

Worth Renting: Nice-to-Haves

Playmat

A large foam playmat gives your baby a clean, safe surface to crawl and play on villa floors. At ₹150/day, it's a small cost for big convenience.

Bottle Sterilizer

If your baby uses bottles, the Philips Avent Sterilizer keeps everything germ-free with a quick 10-minute steam cycle. Much easier than boiling water in an unfamiliar kitchen.

Always Bring With You

Some things are personal and better brought from home:

Baby carrier/sling — Compact, personal fit, essential for beaches
Favourite blanket or comforter — Helps baby sleep in a new environment
Specific formula or baby food — Your brand may not be available locally
Medications — Prescribed medicines, infant paracetamol, teething gel
Nappies for the journey — Buy the rest in Goa (widely available)
Sunscreen and mosquito repellent — Baby-safe versions are harder to find locally

The Smart Approach: Bundle and Save

If you need multiple items, our bundle packages save you up to ₹300/day compared to renting individually. The most popular is the Play & Travel Setup which includes a playard, playmat, stroller, and bath tub.

Browse all our gear or message us on WhatsApp to build a custom package for your trip.

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