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What to bring on your trip to the Amazon

As you plan your travel to the Amazon, remember, its better to pack light.  You may be traveling by boat with a weight limit, or walking short distances with your luggage so the last thing you want is a lot of unnecessary gear.  We suggest making a packing list.  This will keep you organized and make sure nothing important is forgotten.  The following are suggestions of what to bring on your trip to the Amazon.

• Tightly-woven, long-sleeved cotton shirts and pants.  Natural colors are best.  Long sleeves will help to prevent mosquito bites.  
• T-shirts  
• Underwear and Extra Socks.
• Sneakers AND Hiking Boots.  Some also bring flip flops to wear while relaxing.
• Bathing suit
• Broad-brimmed hat.
• Rain Jacket or Poncho.  It is the rainforest, afterall.
• Waterproof or Plastic Bags.  These can be used to keep your clothes dry if it rains.
• Insect Repellent.  
• Sunblock
• Sunglasses
• Flashlight or Headlamp with extra batteries. Great for night walks and maneuvering around in your room or lodge at night if there is limited electricity at your site.
• Camera with well charged batteries and a waterproof case. There may not be electricity to charge batteries at your site.
• Binoculars. They will help you get a better view of the wildlife.
• Small day pack.  For hikes or activities.
• Water Bottle.  Most sites will have filtered drinking water available to re-fill.
• Small denomination bills in Peruvian Soles and US Dollars. Credit cards are often not accepted.  These can also come in handy if you want to tip guides or staff.
• Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate.  
• Photo Copy of your passport and plane tickets.