• If you wish to share with another solo traveler, select this option on the Reservation Form and your tour price will automatically be based on the room share price.
• Or, you may select a single room, when available, on the Reservation Form and your tour price will be automatically based on the single room price. 
• These choices are clearly stated on the Reservation Form.

• All shared rooms have 2 beds
• All shared rooms are non-smoking
• No special requests about your roommate can be accommodated
• Most solo travelers elect to share a room
• See "Frequently Asked Questions" TAB for more details

• 50% Easy (walking involved)
• 40% Moderate (getting in and out of boats)
• 10% Strenuous (hiking on uneven terrain, altitude)

• Breakfast daily
• 5 Lunches
• 5 Dinners

Selections for the included lunches and dinners will highlight the local cuisine. Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free dietary requests can be accommodated on this tour with limited selections.

In general this time of year, daytime temperatures in the Galapagos Islands are in the low 70s, dropping to the 50s at night. Snorkeling equipment is available on-board the excursion boat. Wet suits are available to rent for $5 per day.

For This Trip You'll Need—

• Swimsuit
• Sunscreen, sunglasses, hat & insect repellent
• Lightweight but warm fleece or jacket for cool mornings and evenings.
• At least one pair of shorts and one pair long pants/hiking pants (denim is not ideal)
• Sturdy walking or hiking shoes with good tread
• Sport sandals that can get wet and still provide traction
• Reusable water bottle

You May Also Want—

• If you are prone to motion or sea sickness, bring anti-motion medication.
• Binoculars
• Bring what you need to get a good night's sleep, such as ear plugs, white noise generator, sleeping pills, etc. Unfamiliar noises of all types can disrupt your rest.

Good Packing Habits—

• Pack a limited amount of comfortable, casual clothing that layers and coordinates. Your fellow travelers will not mind – or even notice – seeing you in the same clothing.
• Pare down your beauty regimen to the bare minimum and pack travel-sized toiletries (preferably biodegradable).
• Pack medication in your carry-on.

On every WTT tour, our policies regarding luggage restrictions are driven by the physical space limitations of the vehicles we use, the requirement that all travelers be able to manage their own belongings without assistance and the restrictions imposed by other forms of transportation such as boats and small planes.

• We strongly recommend you travel using a soft-sided duffel bag. It makes tucking your luggage away on the boat easier and frees up space in your cabin.
• You are responsible for managing your own belongings. You must be able to navigate airports and get on and off the excursion ship, with your belongings and without assistance. You will not have time to search for a porter.
• We recommend you carry a day pack while touring in both Quito and the Galapagos. It makes carrying a camera, water, extra sunscreen, etc. easier than using a purse.
• Steps exist at most hotel entrances. On occasion the coach must unload passengers and luggage some distance from the hotel entrance.
• The Galapagos are a protected National Park. Your luggage will be subject to inspection upon arrival and departure.

The standards for health and hygiene in Ecuador are good. You should practice the same hygiene rules as here in the US.

• While there are no specific vaccine requirements for Ecuador, you should be up-to-date on routine vaccinations while traveling to any destination. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) provides additional guidance at www.cdc.gov. Please discuss any vaccine or health concerns with your healthcare provider.
• You may want to use bottled water to brush your teeth, while in Ecuador.
• In Quito, some people have experienced altitude sickness. If you experience this be sure to drink lots of water, rest and take aspirin.

Only you can determine your need to stay in contact while traveling. Internet access is available in most hotels, sometimes for a fee.

• If you are bringing a cell phone, contact your cell phone service provider before departing about adding international calling and/or texting features.  Texting internationally is often less expensive than placing a cell phone call.
• Learn how to make an international call BEFORE you leave. Consult your cell provider and check out the web site www.HowtoCallAbroad.com.

Outlets in the hotel and aboard ship are North American-style plugs. No adapters or converters are necessary.

Only you can determine the optimum amount of cash to take on tour. When budgeting for out-of-pocket expenses, there are several aspects to consider:  the number of meals you are responsible for, the amount of money you like to have on-hand for snacks and drinks, any tipping you'd like to do, and your individual shopping interests and habits.

• Notify your credit card issuer that you will be traveling and provide dates of travel.
• Ecuador’s official currency is the US Dollar. Ecuadorean coins are still in circulation and are equivalent to the denominations as US coins.
• Ecuador is a cash-based society, and this is particularly true in the Galapagos Islands.
• Be sure to have small bills on hand in Quito for public transportation, small purchases, and tipping. It is not uncommon for businesses to have trouble giving change for a $20 bill.
• While on board the boat in the Galapagos Islands, cash must be used for additional purchases.  Meals are included, as are coffee, tea and water.  However, if you'd like to purchase an alcoholic beverage or any other beverage, you will need to pay cash.

• When at the airport departing Quito for the Galapagos Islands, you will be required to pay a $20 Transit Control Card fee. This is not included in the price of the tour and must be paid in cash. Keep this transit card with your passport during your stay in the Galapagos.
• When arriving in the Galapagos Islands, all travelers must pay a $100 Galapagos Park fee, which funds the maintenance of the park as well as conservation. WTT has included this fee in the price of the tour and your Tour Leader will pay this fee on your behalf.

• If you’d like to tip your naturalist guide, that must be done separately.
• You are responsible for tipping wait-staff, porters, or other individuals who provide a service to you at the hotel, or other public locations.
• Porters in hotels and airports expect $1 for 2 luggage pieces. A 5-10% tip is sufficient in most restaurants unless the service has been exceptional. There is no need to tip taxi drivers as it’s recommended to negotiate fares before departure.
• You may want to tip your WTT Tour Leader for an outstanding job. The amount is entirely a personal preference. If you'd like a guideline, consider $8-$10 per day. 

• Travelers are required to have a valid passport
• Passport cannot expire less than 6 months after your tour concludes
• Mandatory Emergency Medical Insurance is required to take this trip. This insurance does NOT cover trip cancellation:
     - Estimated costs:
      ...up to age 40: $90.00
      ...up to age 50: $90.00
      ...up to age 60: $100.00
      ...up to age 70: $189.00
      ...up to age 74: $273.00
  The actual cost is based on age at the time of travel.