Packing for the Galapagos

Clothing:

• Long-sleeved shirts and T-shirts
• Light cotton scarf
• Cargo shorts
• Swimwear
• Lightweight long pants
• Light rain jacket or wind breaker
• Sweatshirt, sweater or light jacket
• Comfortable walking shoes / sneakers
• Sandals for wet landings (Tevas or similar)
• Wide-brim hat or cap

Personal Care:

• High factor waterproof sunscreen
• Sunglasses with a strap
• Small day pack
• Extra eye glasses / contact lenses
• DEET-free insect repellent
• Personal medication to last for the duration of your trip

Equipment:

• Camera, rechargable batteries & additional equipment
• Underwater cameras (good idea!)
• Binoculars
• Zip-lock bags for electronic equipment & wet clothes

Money & Security:

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