Packing for the Andes

Clothing:

• Long-sleeved shirts and T–shirts
• Long pants
• Underwear (we recommend 2 pairs per day)
• Comfortable walking shoes / sneakers / light hiking boots
• Sweatshirt, sweater or light jacket
• Hat or cap

Personal Care:

• Sunscreen (if possible, all natural)
• Sunglasses
• Extra eye glasses / contact lenses
• Small day pack
• Personal medication to last for the duration of your trip

Equipment:

• Camera with additional camera gear (charger, rechargeable batteries, etc.)
• Additional flash memory
• Binoculars (one pair can be shared by a small group)
• Small, packable umbrella (can be useful in light rain)

Money & Security:

• Passport and colour copy
• US cash in small denominations in $1s to $20s (do not bring big bills)
• Travel insurance (highly recommeded)
• Credit Cards: Visa & MasterCard are widely accepted; American Express hardly ever. We suggest you notify your credit card company of your travel plans.