You MUST NOT bring any agricultural or plant materials or any unprocessed food products to the islands. To avoid problems at customs and bag check we suggest only traveling to Galapagos with pre-wrapped snack products such as chocolate bars, etc.
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What is not allowed in the Galapagos?
Do not take or buy any products or souvenirs made from banned substances, including black coral, shells, lava rock, animal parts, or any native wood or vegetation prior to leaving Galapagos. This is illegal and must be reported. Practice “leave-no-trace” principles in order to maintain the beauty of the environment.
Can you bring food to Galapagos?
You can bring a limited amount of processed food such as cookies, candy bars, a limited amount of soft drinks, but everything will be checked through X-Rays and the personal of the Galapagos National Park Authority at the Airport in Quito or Guayaquil as well as your land to the island.
Can you bring nuts to Galapagos?
Do not bring fresh fruits, vegetables, or bulk nuts to the Galapagos; your luggage will be screened for “biologics” on departure from the mainland. Most commercially packaged snacks are fine.
What are the rules on the Galapagos Islands?
Pretty simple, huh? This is a really important rule because your tour operator will be responsible for your safety throughout your whole trip as well as the conservation of each and every fragile site you visit in the archipelago! Also: your guide must be authorized by the Galapagos National Park Directorate.
What items should you bring to the Galapagos Islands?
13 Must-Have Items to Pack for a Galapagos Islands Cruise
- Hiking Shoes / Boots.
- Teva-Style Sandals / Water Shoes.
- Deck shoes or Sandals.
- Thin and Breathable Hiking Socks.
- Hiking shorts / Light full-length hiking pants.
- T-Shirts / Safari Shirts / Long Sleeve Shirts.
- Light Fleece / Wind Shell.
- Light Back Pack or Fanny Pack.
Can you bring alcohol to Galapagos?
A: On board the plane, passengers may take up to five liters of alcohol with alcohol contents between 24% and 70% per person, as checked luggage. On board a cruise, the amount depends on the boat, however most allow passengers to bring 1 bottle of an alcoholic drink per cabin.
How should I dress for the Galapagos?
For the daytime in the Galapagos, you will most likely want to be in shorts and a loose comfortable t-shirt or tank top. A wide-brimmed or long-billed hat and a pair of sunglasses are essentials for protecting face, eyes, ears and neck from the bright and scorching equatorial sun.
Is water safe to drink in Galapagos?
Tap water in Galapagos is definitely unfit for human consumption.
Can you bring dog to Galapagos?
Note: tourists’ pets are not allowed in Galapagos Islands. We flew from Quito to Lima on our way to Santiago de Chile to take the flight back to Spain.
Do you need water shoes for Galapagos?
Hiking/water shoes:
Often this requires a wet landing, so we recommend dry/wet strap on sandals (Tiva style) that you would also feel comfortable walking in. Some excursions are dry landings with hikes, so you should also bring hiking or tennis shoes.
What is the average cost of a trip to the Galapagos Islands?
A vacation to Galapagos Islands for one week usually costs around $774 for one person. So, a trip to Galapagos Islands for two people costs around $1,548 for one week. A trip for two weeks for two people costs $3,095 in Galapagos Islands.
How do you get to the Galapagos Islands from Florida?
The cheapest way to get from Florida to Galápagos Islands is to fly which costs $270 – $390 and takes 18h 8m. What is the fastest way to get from Florida to Galápagos Islands? The quickest way to get from Florida to Galápagos Islands is to fly which costs $270 – $410 and takes 16h 21m.
Are humans allowed on the Galapagos Islands?
Fast Fact: The Galapagos National Park regulates immigration and tourism in the entire Galapagos archipelago – although the population on the four inhabited islands has grown significantly in the past generation, very few Ecuadorians are allowed to move there.
Who rules the Galapagos Islands?
Ecuador
Galapagos Islands, Spanish Islas Galápagos, officially Archipiélago de Colón (“Columbus Archipelago”), island group of the eastern Pacific Ocean, administratively a province of Ecuador.
What can tourists do in the Galapagos Islands?
Visitors say Puerto Baquerizo Moreno’s Kicker Rock is a “must-see” that’s great to snap photos of and snorkel around. However, some bemoaned the area’s chilly and rough water. To get to Kicker Rock, you’ll need to sign up for a tour with companies like Nature Galapagos & Ecuador and Andando Tours.
What should I bring to Ecuador?
Rain Forest
- Passport.
- Lightweight *breathable* long pants (zip off legs preferred) and long sleeved shirts for walks in the jungle.
- Shorts and short sleeves for evenings at the lodge.
- Bathing suit (and cover up for women)
- Comfortable walking shoes and extra long socks.
- Sandals for inside room and walking to swimming.
- Camera.
Is there WiFi in Galapagos?
WiFi is only available at Galapagos’ main ports: Puerto Ayora (on Santa Cruz Island), Puerto Baquerizo Moreno (on San Cristobal Island) and Puerto Villamil (on Isabela Island); and at Baltra Island’s Airport.
Do you need a wetsuit to snorkel in the Galapagos?
The very short answer: It is not ultimately necessary to wear a wetsuit when swimming or snorkeling in Galapagos, but for the most enjoyable experience we stongly recommend you use one. The longer answer: Snorkeling is one of the top activities that passengers look for during a Galapagos Cruise, and rightfully so!
What can you not bring into Ecuador?
Customs
- 400 cigarettes, 500 grams of tobacco and 25 cigars;
- 3 liters of alcoholic beverages per family;
- 300 milliliter of perfume per person and 600 milliliter of perfume per household;
- personal effects, incl.
- Restrictions:
- Prohibited:
- plant propagation material or other products containing soil;
Can you smoke on the Galapagos Islands?
One of the main rules for visitors to the Galapagos is that there is NO SMOKING allowed on the Islands. Most vessels allow you to smoke but usually only outside, on a specific deck. You should check with your guide upon arrival in the Galapagos Islands.
