Packing List Suggestions

Clothing:

• Lightweight breathable sportswear

• Shirts – both long and short sleeve

• Pants – both long and short

• Comfortable closed toe walking/hiking shoes or boots (bring two pairs if you have room, they can be slow to dry)

• Extra Socks

• Water sport Sandals

• Windbreaker or light jacket or sweater

• Hat (wide-brimmed)

• Swimwear

• Raincoat/poncho

• Umbrella (works well and is much cooler)

• One set of “nice” clothes for visiting finer establishments in the evenings. Ladies can add a large shawl, for over the shoulders in the evening, and also a sarong over a swimsuit; a dress and/or skirt, depending on how much room is left in the suitcase.

 

Gear:

• Camera with lots of film and extra batteries

• Binoculars

• Flashlight/headlamp with extra batteries

• Day pack

• Water bottle

• Sunscreen (SPF 35 & waterproof)

• Insect Repellent

• Sun glasses

• First-aid kit

• Naturalist Field Guides: Birders: “Don't forget to bring your birdbook”! (Birdbooks are also available in Chaa Creek's gift shop)

 

Surprisingly Useful:

• Bubble Wrap – for wrapping of souvenirs

• Padded half-finger gloves – very practical for canoeing, bicycling, and protection when scrambling through cave, climbing temples, etc.

 

 

 

 

Traveling with Small Children:

• Although life jackets are a requirement for all boat operators, smaller sizes are not common, so bring along life jackets for babies and small children.

• Pack water toys, stuffed animals and books to keep your children busy especially on the journey to Belize .

• You will find a selection of disposable diapers, cereal and formulas in town, however if you have a preferred brand, be sure to bring.

 

Personal:

• Personal medications (Any prescription medications for you and your kids – enough supplies to last for the duration of your stay)

• Contact lens supplies (you might be better off with glasses but if you prefer contact lenses be sure to bring sufficient cleaning supplies)

• Toiletries: toothbrush, toothpaste, biodegradable soap, a wash cloth, and enough razors.

• Good to Have:

• Garbage bags – for wet and dirty clothes

• Good Book

• Maps, Guidebooks

• Alarm clock

• Notebook & Pencil

 

 

 

NOTE: Avoid bringing perfumes, heavily scented toiletries (they attract mosquitoes). All expensive jewelry and watches should be left at home