The Galapagos – What to Bring
Published on: October 23rd, 2014
Last modified: August 3rd, 2022
Our list of what to bring to the Galapagos Islands. If you have any other questions, please contact your travel designer or concierge. We advise bringing a photocopy of your passport and carrying it with you, as it is a legal requirement in Latin America and you may need it when using credit cards.
The Galapagos
- Swimsuit & Sunblock (a couple of bottles)
- Bug repellent
- Sunglasses and a hat
- Good walking shoes, sandals or water shoes (2 pairs — one to keep dry, and the other for wet landings)
- Quick drying shorts (a couple of pairs)
- A top to wear while swimming (some people, because of the sun, might want to look into long-sleeved tops and long pants/trousers as well)
- T-shirts or short sleeved shirts (quick drying ideal)
- A sweatshirt, fleece or warm top (the evenings on the boat get cool)
- A waterproof shell
- A couple of pairs of long pants/trousers
- A small daypack
- We also recommend purchasing one or two underwater cameras to take photos of the animal life while snorkeling!
- Long-sleeve light cotton shirt
- Snorkels and masks are provided on board, though you may prefer to bring your own gear
- Wetsuits are available for hire on board the boat, again you may prefer to bring you own to ensure a good fit
- Binoculars
