Clothing
Due to the great diversity of Ecuador's climate, you
should pack to meet your needs in each different
climate. Below is a checklist of what we recommend
for a 3-week trip visiting Ecuador's various zones:
Clothing:
- 1 pair of sports shoes
- 1 pair of hiking boots
- 1 pair of sandals
- 1 pair of rubber boots (for jungle walks or muddy trails)
- 2 pairs of pants
- 1 pair of shorts
- 1 bathing suit
- 4 pairs of normal socks
- 1 waterproof jacket
- 1 pair of waterproof pants
- 5 pairs of underwear
- 1 light sweater
- 1 polar fiber type jacket
- 1 pair of polypropylene underwear
- 3 shirts (preferably long-sleeved)
- 3 T-shirts
- 1 hat
- 1 towel
Other Recommended Items: sunglasses, small backpack, flashlight, sunblock,
insect repellent, toilet paper, heavy duty plastic bags, water purifier (for remote
areas), Pepto Bismol or equivalent, and first aid kit.