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Swimsuit & Sunblock (a couple of bottles)
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Bug repellent
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Sunglasses and a hat
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Good walking shoes, sandals or water shoes (2 pairs -- one to keep dry, and the other for wet landings)
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Quick drying shorts (a couple of pairs)
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A top to wear while swimming (some people, because of the sun, might want to look into long-sleeved tops and long pants as well!)
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T-shirts or short sleeved shirts (quick drying ideal)
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A sweatshirt, fleece or warm top (the evenings on the boat get cool)
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A pair of long pants
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A camera and lots of film: The average tourist takes two rolls/day on the islands! Film is available here, but it's expensive.
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We also recommend purchasing one or two underwater cameras to take photos of the animal life while snorkeling!
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Dramamine or motion sickness pills: During the evening, the boat does sway from side to side, making some people feel a bit uncomfortable.
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Basic toiletries: toothbrush, toothpaste, towel, shampoo, soap, shaving gear, and all prescription medicine needed
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A small flashlight
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A journal or notebook to jot down those wonderful Galapagos memories .
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Light cotton scarf to protect your neck
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Long-sleeve light cotton shirt
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Snorkel, mask (with prescription lenses if you require them) and fins
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Waterproof bag for gear
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Pepto Bismol (or Kaopectate) for stomach upset and mild diarrhea
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Immodium or Lomotil for more severe diarrhea
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Extra batteries, extra tapes, extra film & X-Ray proof bag for film
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Copy of passport
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Spare pair of prescription glasses
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Water bottle (1 litre)
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Binoculars