Recommended packing list for your trip to the Amazon

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The weather is usually hot, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC to 33ºC (75ºF to 92ºF). Expect to be a long way from stores, pharmacies and ATMs for most of your time in the jungle, and pack accordingly.

Dry-fit shirts are a great choice.
A lightweight daypack for excursions.
Comfortable, lightweight hiking shoes (ideally waterproof) and sandals.
Camera, waterproof camera case and spare batteries.
A sarong is quite handy as a beach towel and for sun protection as well.
At least one fleece or warm sweater for cooler evenings and air conditioned rooms.
Protective clothing with sun protection for children.
At least a couple of changes of swimwear – lots of swimming opportunities!
Several changes of layerable clothes, including lightweight trousers and long-sleeved shirts to prevent insect bites.

At least one smart outfit for dining out/nightlife.
Bug spray or repellent wrist bands for babies and young children (even though it´s a mosquito free area, better be safe than sorry).
Several pairs of cotton socks and underwear.
Sunglasses, hat and LOTS of sunblock.
Cash for local souvenirs and tips for the crew.
Post-bite cream.
Any medications needed, plus surplus if possible.
First aid kit, including essentials such as diarrhoea tablets, paracetamol, band-aids, bandages, antiseptic, blister plasters and antihistamine cream.
Waterproof bags for wet clothes

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