What should I bring to the Galapagos?

GALAPAGOS ESSENTIALS

– Passport
– Tickets & printed itineraries
– Travel insurance
– Health insurance
– Credit/debit cards
– Cash (US Dollars)
– Prescription drugs

GALAPAGOS CLOTHING

– Lightweight hiking shoes
– Water-resistant, closed-toe sport sandals
– Anti-slip sandals for onboard
– Hiking Shorts
– Lightweight hiking pants
– Casual pants and shorts (men)
– Casual dress, skirt, shorts or pants (women)
– Short-sleeve T-shirts
– Long-sleeve shirts or rash guards for sun protection
– Underwear
– Socks (normal and for hiking)
– Bathing suits (minimum 2) + short-sleeve (shorty) wetsuit**
– Windbreaker jacket
– Warm sweater or fleece

GALAPAGOS ACCESSORIES

– Sunglasses (optional: neck strap)
– Wide-brimmed hat or cap
– Bandana

GALAPAGOS PORTABLES & GEAR

– Toiletry kit
– Sunblock & lip balm (waterproof + SPF 50 or higher)
– Insect repellent
– Small backpack/daypack (preferably waterproof)
– Binoculars
– Camera
– Video camera
– Extra memory cards and batteries
– Tripod (optional)
– Journal
– Appliance chargers and adaptors if necessary (outlets in Ecuador are US-style, 2 flat pins (Type A & B), 110 volts.
– Prescription snorkeling mask or specialized snorkel equipment*
– Sealable plastic bags of various sizes
– Journal

*Be aware that snorkeling gear (mask, snorkel, and fins) are provided as part of your tour, free of charge.
**Short-sleeve (shorty) wetsuits are provided as part of your tour, free of charge.