Galapagos Travel Planner - What To Bring On A Galapagos Islands Cruise
In short, less is more when planning your trip to the Galapagos Islands. The less you bring, the less you carry, the more you enjoy your tours.
Below are some general suggestions on what you may need when travelling to the Galapagos Islands:
Sun Protection
Wide-brim hat
Light cotton scarf to protect your neck
Sunglasses
PABA sunscreen (at least #15)
Sun block
Lip salve or ointment
Long-sleeve light cotton shirt
Light cotton pants
Snorkeling Gear
Snorkel, mask (with prescription lenses if you require them) and fins
"Shorty" wetsuit (2mm thick is all you will need)
* Most boats offer snorkelling equipment for free or at a nominal charge $20 for 8 days. They can also offer wetsuit rentals. We recommend you bring your own to assure it is always available and for higiene reasons.
Motion Sickness
Salted Crackers
Candied Ginger or ginger tablets
Pressure wristband (Sea bands)
Ear Patch
Motion sickness pills: Gravol, Dramamine, Bonine etc...
Plastic Bags
First-Aid
Pepto Bismol (or Kaopectate) for stomach upset and mild diarrhea Immodium or Lomotil for more severe diarrhea
Band-Aids
Anti-biotic cream
Aloe Vera cream or gel for sunburn
Tylenol or other mild pain relief
Camera Gear
Waterproof bag for gear
Camera
Video Camera
Flash
Telephoto Lens
Tripod
Lens Paper and Cleaner
Extra batteries
Extra Tapes
Extra film
X-Ray proof bag for film
Money & Security
Passport
Copy of passport
Passport Pouch
Credit card(s)
Travelers Checks
US Cash
Money Belt
Other Gear
Travel Alarm Clock
Binoculars
Spare pair of prescription glasses if you wear them
Water bottle (1 litre)
Flashlight with extra batteries
Toiletries
Shampoo
Insect repellant
Small day pack
Fanny pack
Stuff sacks to organize your gear
Clothing
2 pairs of walking shoes (one to keep dry, the other for wet landings)
Light cotton socks
2 pairs of shorts
1 or 2 pair swimwear
2 pairs of lightweight long pants or skirt / dress
Light short sleeve shirts
Light poncho, rain jacket or umbrella
Sweatshirt
For Quito & The Andes
Raingear
Sweater or sweatshirt
