What to pack for Galapagos
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Basic supplies are available at small shops on San Cristobal and Santa Cruz islands, but prices are high and the selection is limited. It's best to have the essentials with you including:
- Sturdy closed-toe walking shoes with a durable sole. Though land excursions are generally short and trails generally tame, you may be walking over jagged volcanic rock and other obstacles from time to time.
- Sandals or flip-flops to wear in towns and on board boats. Leave the heels at home, especially if you've booked a boat-based itinerary. Even the most luxurious boats have narrow, steep stairways wich are nearly impossible to navigate safely (or gracefully) in heels.
- Lots of water-resistant and high-SPF sunscreen. Ecuador is on the equator, wich magnifies the strenght of the rays, and most Galapagos excursions are completely esposed to the sun.
- A hat with a brim for sun protection during land excursions.
- A skin to wear during snorkeling excursions for sun protection during kayaking and snorkeling excursions. When water temperatures are colder, a wet suit will be provided for you to wear. When water temperatures are warmer, however, you may want to skip the bulky wet suit and just wear a skin instead.
- Insect repellent
- Seas are generally calm, and boat captains take care in choosing protected anchoring spots. However, if you're prone to motion sickness, bring some Dramamine with you. Prescription preventions like Scopolamine patches work well.
- If you have fins, a mask and a snorkel that you love, bring them with you.
- Rain gear and good weather protection for your camera. You will be traveling on boats and rain showers can occur at any time. If you're exploring an island when wet weather rolls in, there will be no place to shelter out of the rain.
- There are ATMs on Santa Cruz and San Cristobal islands, but they can run out of cash, so bring some with you to cover tips. Credit cards are also often accepted at shops and restaurants. The official currency of Ecuador is the U.S. Dollar.
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