What to pack for Ecuador?
For Ecuador, pack lightweight and long clothes, a raincoat, hiking shoes, warm clothes for the mountains, a swimsuit, mosquito repellent, sunscreen, altitude sickness treatment, and depending on the region, a mosquito net and antimalarial treatment.
Essential Clothing
- Light clothing : t-shirts, shorts for coastal and tropical areas
- Long clothing : trousers and long sleeves for sun protection and insect protection
- Warm clothing : fleece jackets, jackets for mountain stays (Andes, volcanoes)
- Raincoat : essential year-round
- Swimsuit and swimming t-shirt : for Pacific coast and Galápagos
Footwear and equipment
Comfortable walking shoes are essential for treks and hiking. A diving mask can enrich the marine experience in the Galápagos.
Specific first aid kit
- Mosquito repellents : mandatory everywhere
- Sunscreen and after-sun cream : high SPF (equatorial altitude)
- Altitude sickness treatment : for Quito and Andean regions
- Mosquito net and anti-malaria treatment : if staying in the Amazon
Key points to remember
Adapt your suitcase according to your destinations : coast, mountain or jungle have different needs. A camera remains essential when faced with Ecuadorian landscapes.