Packing List

COSTA RICA

In Costa Rica, prepare for hot and humid summer days. The vibe is very casual; you need not bring anything dressy or stylish. Leave superfluous items at home. Nights are generally warm. However, you should bring along one sweatshirt or jacket to prepare for the occasional evening thunderstorm.

  1. Casual clothes (shorts, t-shirts, tank tops, casual sundresses for girls, etc.)
  2. 1 light-weight jacket or sweatshirt
  3. 1 pair jeans or long pants, preferably light weight
  4. 2 or more swimsuits
  5. Underwear
  6. Socks
  7. 2 pairs sandals or flip-flops
  8. 1 pair comfortable shoes for hiking and walking
  9. 1 beach towel and/or sarong
  10. 1 wide-brimmed hat, cap or visor
  11. 1 pair sunglasses
  12. Toiletries
  13. Hydrocortisone or anti-itch cream
  14. Neosporin
  15. Lots of sunscreen
  16. Insect repellant
  17. Extra contacts and/or glasses
  18. Prescription medication
  19. Alarm clock or watch
  20. Camera and charger
  21. Pocket size Spanish-English dictionary
  22. Journal and/or reading book
  23. Pens
  24. Passport
  25. Photocopy of passport
  26. Copy of travel insurance policy or policy number
  27. Some spending money (bring small denominations of the US dollar; traveler’s checks are not recommended)

ECUADOR

Ecuadorians tend to be well-dressed and conservative. In Cuenca, the days are generally warm and the nights are cool enough to wear a sweatshirt. Boys should bring long-sleeved and short-sleeved collared shirts, T-shirts, pants and jeans. Girls will also want some conservative clothes to choose from. Generally, women do not wear mini-skirts, short shorts, or spaghetti straps in town. In the Galapagos, the vibe is more casual. T-shirts, shorts, swimsuits and casual beach wear are recommended on the islands. Don’t forget to pack lots of sunscreen as Ecuador is located on the equator.

  1. 2 pairs jeans
  2. 1 pair slacks (or 1 dress for girls)
  3. 2 or more shirts both long-sleeved and short-sleeved (collared shirts for boys)
  4. 2 or more T-shirts
  5. 1 fleece, sweater or warm sweatshirt for cooler evenings
  6. 1 rain-proof jacket
  7. 2 or more swimsuits
  8. Shorts and casual beach wear for the Galapagos Islands
  9. Underwear
  10. Socks
  11. Sandals or flip-flops
  12. 1 pair comfortable shoes for hiking and walking
  13. 1 pair water-shoes (Tevas, sturdy sandals, or old tennis shoes)
  14. 1 beach towel
  15. 1 wide-brimmed hat, cap or visor
  16. Sunglasses
  17. Toiletries
  18. Hydrocortisone or anti-itch cream
  19. Neosporin
  20. Lots of sunscreen
  21. Extra contacts and/or glasses
  22. Prescription medication*
  23. Alarm clock or watch
  24. Camera and charger
  25. Pocket-size Spanish-English dictionary
  26. Journal and/or reading book
  27. Pens
  28. Passport
  29. Photocopy of passport
  30. Copy of travel insurance policy or policy number
  31. Photocopy of credit cards
  32. Spending money (bring small denominations of the US dollar; traveler’s checks are not recommended.)

* If seasickness is a problem, you might consider packing preventative remedies for cruising through the Galapagos Islands. Please consult your doctor.