The Essentials
- Passport
- I always cary a copy of my passport separate from my passport in case it gets stolen
- Travel documents
Clothing
- Shorts
- T-shirts
- Tank tops
- Hat
- Sunglasses
- Polarized are a MUST
- Dinner outfits
- This can include dresses, slacks, nice shirts. Check with your cruise line to verify the dress code for the dining room
- Light pants
- Light jacket
- Raincoat
- Underwear (my dad always forgets this...)
- Swimsuit (2)
- Workout clothing
Footwear
- Teva Style Sandals
- This item alone is what sparked me to create this list. Teva sandals are SO not my style, but I read everywhere that I need to pack them specifically for the wet landings and hard landscape. Here are the ones I think are the best looking and provide the necessary support:
- Sneakers or hiking shoes
- Due to the harsh volcanic landscape, I would recommend shoes with a sturdy sole. Probably best to leave your minimal sneakers at home.
- Nice shoes
- For dinner on the boat
- Socks
- Binoculars
- I was told this is very important for bird watching and it is worth the investment
- Camera
- I'm bringing my SLR (basic and zoom lens), small SLR, and GoPro. You can never have too many means of capturing the moment. Remember to bring the necessary chargers and a waterproof plastic bag to store the camera in when riding on the Zodiak.
- Snorkeling Equipment
- Many of the tours will provide this equipment, but I'm really picky with my mask so I plan on bringing my own.
- Journal
- I LOVE my small travel journal. Trust me, you will forget the little bits of information you learn if you do not have a small journal to take notes on the spot.
- Small day pack
- This can be a small, lightweight backpack or a fanny pack (if you must.)
- Water bottle
- Flashlight
- You may laugh, but after my Amazon river adventure, I don't leave home without this little essential tool
Toiletries
- Toothbrush
- Sunscreen
- SPF 40+. Since I live in Florida and I'm so used to the sun, I don't usually wear sunscreen when I go on the boat or if I do I only put on SPF 10. Ecuador and the Galapagos are on the Equator, AKA the closest place to the sun. So I plan on putting on sunscreen with a little more protection for my adventures.
- Lip protection
- Face Sunscreen
- Not all sunscreens are created equal. Normal sunscreen will clog your pores, so make sure you use sunscreen specially formulated for your delicate facial skin.
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body Wash
- Face Wash
- Make up
- Shaving kit
- Hair brush
- Cash ($)
- The official currency in Ecuador and The Galapagos is the US Dollar (weird, I know)
- Credit and Debit Cards
- Notify your bank of your travels and inquire about any foreign transaction fees
- Ginger candies or ginger pills for seasickness
- This has always worked very well for me – the ginger settles your stomach and doesn't make you sleepy
- Advil or other pain medication
- Necessary medication with a few extra days worth
- For contact-wearers, make sure you bring extra sets
- Aloe Vera lotion
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