 Rainforest/Jungle
The Amazonian and rainforest weather is quite moderate. Depending on the time of the year you can enjoy a fairly comfortable temperature all year along. Your baggage should be prepared accordingly to the activities you plan on doing on your stay.
 A lot of mosquito repellent. Keep in mind that most locations are humid and surrounded by vegetation, insects are sometimes abundant.
Light clothes and comfortable shoes. The best advice we can give you is to keep a dry bag with a spare shirt, pants, socks and shoes in case of rain. It is best to have a rain cover for your backpack.
The lighter you travel the more you’ll enjoy the hikes. Consult with your tour operator on the essentials.
A full bottle of water. Potable water is usually scarce and sometimes even non-existent in the farthest locations. Although hotels and tour operators may bring some for you, it is a good idea to bring one for brushing your teeth and other needs. If you can handle the weight, bring a gallon.
Power bars, candy, marmalade, anything that can give you an extra boost for the hike. Walks are usually long and in warm, humid weather with some extenuating physical labour. Consult with your tour operator on the physical conditions required for some hikes.
Spare set of sheets, in case you are travelling to a remote destination hostel.
All the film and cassettes or DVD needed for your cameras.
All the batteries needed for your electronic devices or cameras. A lot of the places you’ll be travelling to may not have electricity or electric outlets.
Leave your valuables at a safe place. You will be going to remote locations, where if you drop your ring or your wallet it is virtually impossible to find them again.
Binoculars. Essential for bird watching and other.
Raincoat. Some operators provide these.
Boots. Some operators provide these.
Bathing suits.
Towel.
Shampoo and soap.
Personal hygiene items.
Women travellers: Toilet paper is a must. Some toilet paper provided in remote locations is worse than sandpaper (consult your agent). Feminine care products should be brought from home.
People with disabilities: It is best to travel with supervision, since handicap support is nonexistent.
People with children: Be sure to dress your children accordingly. Talk to your tour operator for special location needs. Baby trolleys are impossible to operate here. Make sure you have baby food or any other special needs your children require.
Senior tourists: Consult with your physician about special issues. Since jungle and rainforest trips may be extenuating, be sure to talk about your physical condition with your tour operator. Pills and medication should be brought with you.
There are some diseases that are common to the jungle and other tropical forests, but don’t worry, common sense and care are more than sufficient to keep your good health, for example, never drink tap water, avoid stuck water ponds, wear a lot of mosquito repellent. Taking malaria and yellow fever shots is advisable before travelling to Ecuador, and bring along some anti diarrheal pills, fever pills and other medication you consider important. | |
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