Top 7 things on your Amazon Rainforest packing list
Travel blogger: Veronica Cepeda
When it comes to visiting the Amazon Rainforest, it is a good idea to know what items are important to bring with you not only so as to avoid unnecessary bothers, but also to enjoy the best of this amazing place.
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Add these items to your Amazon Rainforest packing list and enjoy better this unique experience!
Amazon Rainforest packing list
- Sunblock of at least 15 SPF. This is essential because the sun in the Amazon Rainforest is strong. Tip: Remember to apply it every two hours. In addition, you can also pack a sunburn lotion with aloe Vera.
- Insect repellent. This will help you to prevent mosquito bites. However, if you really struggle with mosquitos biting you, take Vitamin B, 2 weeks in advance and during the trip to help your body repel them naturally.
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- Clothing. Wear light-colored and loose-fitting outfits, including long-sleeved shirts and long pants. Pack also, hats, long socks, hiking boots, (though these are normally provided by the lodge or resort), sandals and comfortable sneakers.
- Personal first aid kit, with essential things such as pepto-bismol for mild diarrhea, motion sickness medication, and aspirin or other painkillers, antacid tablets, band-aids, in addition to other items that you consider important.
- Rain poncho to keep you dry.
- Clip bags to keep your electronic devices safe and dry from the humidity of the rainforest.
- A hand fan. This will help you to avoid mosquitos and keep them away from your face and neck.
Some additional items and tips for your Amazon Rainforest packing list:
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- Vaccine record – depending on what part of the Amazon Rainforest you will visit. The Peruvians and Brazilian require a yellow fever vaccine.
- Environmentally friendly toiletries (i.e., soap and shampoo)
- Camera, extra memory sticks/film, camera accessories
- Binoculars
- LifeStraw (Link to options)
- Water flat bottle (Link to options)
- Travel neck pillow (Link to options)
- Sleep mask and Blindfold (Link to product)
Flashlights and headlamp
- Additional small backpack
- Signal Mirror or whistle – to use in case of emergency (Link to options)
Additional tip:
Exploring the Ecuadorian Rainforest
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Where to Stay
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What to eat
Some of the delicacies and traditional food to taste while you explore the Amazon Rainforest include: chontacuro and maito.
Conclusion
In conclusion, as you can see there are some obvious items, but there are also some items that we seldom consider when it comes to getting ready for a trip to the Amazon Rainforest. I hope this Amazon rainforest packing list helps you enjoy a very memorable trip!
Are there any other items that you think should be included in this list? Tell me about it!
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