TRAVEL INFORMATION

 

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Have your travel documents ready, such as your passport, ID, travel insurance, etc. (you can see more information and details in the A.R. Tours Galapagos & Ecuador policies, where it says travel documents and requirements); so you can enjoy your adventure on tours in Ecuador and Galapagos without any problems.

 

Bring cash and credit cards to pay for your purchases, expenses, and souvenirs of your trip, also so you can withdraw money from ATMs if necessary.

 

WHAT TO BRING FOR THE GALAPAGOS TOURS:

 

When visiting the Galapagos Islands, you should pack clothing for different climates, sun protection, and gear for snorkeling and kayaking (optional, you can rent the equipment there). You should also bring a small backpack or daypack. 

 

Clothing: 

 

  • Shorts and long pants

  • T-shirts and long-sleeved shirts

  • Windbreaker

  • Bathing suit and wetsuit for snorkeling (optional, you can rent the equipment there)

  • Hiking or tennis shoes

  • Light rain coat (if the weather change)

  • Dry/wet strap on sandals

  • Sun protection 

  • High SPF sunblock

  • Wide-brimmed hat or sports cap

  • Sunglasses, especially polarized ones

 

Gear:

 

  • Waterproof daypack or backpack

  • Reusable water bottle

  • Binoculars

  • Camera and underwater camera

  • Memory cards and batteries

  • Small flashlight

  • Other essentials 

  • Insect repellent

  • Personal medications

  • Toiletries, including toothbrush, toothpaste, hairbrush, and face cream

  • EPI pens if you have allergies

  • Cash and credit card

  • Travel insurance

  • Dry clothes bag

  • Spanish phrasebook or language app

 

Entry requirements:

 

  • Valid passport that's valid for at least six months after your travel dates 

  • Entrance fee to the Galapagos National Park 

  • TCT card, which includes your name, nationality, and entry and exit dates 

 

  • Don't forget to bring your prescription medications if you have any illnesses. It's recommended to bring a mini first-aid kit with pills for headaches, stomachaches, and motion sickness (if you're on a Galapagos cruise), insect repellent for the jungle, a bandages and band-aids for scrapes or cuts.

 

NOTE: Galapagos, Amazon Jungle & Ecuador in general uses type A and B plugs, and the mains voltage is 120 V at 60 Hz. If your country has a different voltage, you will need an adapter or voltage converter.

 

Here, we have examples of adapters:

 

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IMPORTANT: Uniquely Galapagos says certain fruits, animal and dairy products are prohibited or restricted. Please check the policies (Rules of the Galapagos National Park); where you can read more details & informations, if you follow the rules of the Galapagos & Ecuador, everything Will be great in your visit & trip to this wonderfull place…!!!

 

 

WHAT TO BRING FOR THE JUNLGE TOURS:

 

  • Casual & light long sleeve shirts and long pants (because of the insects & the bountiful vegetation)

  • Hiking or comfortable shoes

  • Rubber boots & rain coat is provided by the lodges

  • Sunscreen lotion

  • Insect repellent

  • A hat

  • A backpack

  • A flashlight with extra batteries

  • Binoculars

  • Camera

  • Waterproof bags for your belongings

  • Cash (Banking facilities are por in the Ecuadorian Rainforest)

  • Emergency supplies: most lodges offer first-Aid kits, but you might want to carry your personal kit

  • If you are allergic to Insects, do not forget the necessary medications in case you might fase a crisis

  • Original Passport (required at some spots at the Ecuadorian Amazonia)

  • Vaccinations & medicines it is recommend to consult your physician to get the most upWHAT TO BRING FOR THE GALAPAGOS TOURS:dated information & advice for some sities Deep within the Rainforest, you might be requested a Yellow-fever vaccination. You may also want to take Malaria pills, consult your Doctor.