Packing List

It is extremely important to bring everything on the list since it has been refined over the years to include all the necessary gear to cover unforeseen weather be it sunny, humid and hot or stormy and windy.

 

Documents

Passport and copy of it

SCUBA certification (for divers)

All trip information sheets (in case of late arrival or for other pertinent information)

 

Clothes

1 set of clean clothes for flight home

4 pairs shorts quick drying are best

5 short sleeved T-shirts

For sun protection 1-2 lightweight long-sleeve shirts and 1 pair lightweight long pants

1 set of long underwear (Capilene, silk, or polypropylene not lycra)

1 Polypropylene sweater (light)

1 pair sturdy river shoes or neoprene scuba booties with a hard sole

1 pair sandals

Fast drying underwear

2-3 swimsuits

Wide brim hat

1 or 2 bandanas

 

Gear

Soft sided luggage.  Waterproof is best.  A couple of small bags are better than one very large bag

Day pack

Important: Fins, Mask, snorkel and net bag

Sunglasses with strap

Important:  Light weight rain jacket

1-2 personal water bottles

Important for Adventure Week trips Headlamp with extra batteries.  Also very useful on all trips

Watch or travel clock

 

Toilet Kit

Personal toiletry items: tooth brush, toothpaste, shampoo, conditioner, lotion, comb, etc

Insect Repellent

Plenty of waterproof sunscreen and lip balm

1-2 towels (none provided on the island)

Small first aid kit including: Emergen-C (electrolyte replacement drink mix), antihistamine, Imodium, ibuprofen, swimmers ear, aloe Vera, Band-Aids, antibiotic cream, cortisone cream and oral antibiotic

 

Recommended Optional Items

Dive Skin

Camelback water system

Astringent, tampons, seasickness patches or pills, powder, ear plugs for Belize City

Sarong

Windbreaker

Dive light

Paddling Gloves

Binoculars

Extra hat and sunglasses

Camera

Travel umbrella

Books, games, journal

Fly fishing gear

 

Money

Important: Bring cash for emergencies and items not included in trip cost.  If you arrive late you will have to pay up to $250 to catch up with the trip.  You will need other funds $300 minimum to cover taxis, exit tax, SCUBA diving, alcoholic beverages, souvenirs and tips.  Small bills are a necessity.  Traveler's checks, ATM machines and credit cards are unreliable in Belize