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| Although most of the planning and preparation is taken care of for you, there are still a few things you should know and some details you should take care of to ensure your comfort, safety and peace of mind. Please review the following information before your departure to ensure that any surprises along the way will only be pleasant ones. | |
Passports and Visas | It is each traveler's responsibility to have a passport valid for at least 6 months from the date of departure and a visa if required. Please check the information at www.gate1travel.com/visas.aspx for the specific country/region you are visiting for more details. Passengers who are not U.S. citizens must check with the respective consulate or a visa agency to determine what personal identification is required. Passport applications are available at most U.S. Post Offices, as well as at regional Passport Agencies.
| | Passports and Visas - Ecuador and Galapagos | Passport required. Visa not required for tourist stays of up to 90 days.
| Trip Preparation | A little pre-planning can make your trip go a lot smoother. Several weeks before your trip, make a list of what you’ll need to take with you. Make sure your personal documents (passports, visas) are in order and that you have enough prescription medications to last through the trip.
| Health Information | Check with your personal physician for the latest overseas travel health information, or contact the Center for Disease Control’s travelers’ hotline at 404-332-4559, web site http://www.cdc.gov/?SessID=26350CCF-2C5E-4E20-9518-FA0C4ABBC018.
| Health Precautions - Ecuador and Galapagos | No inoculations are required when arriving in Ecuador from the U.S. However, vaccination against yellow fever is required if traveling to the Ecuadorian Amazon.
Quito is situated at an altitude of 9,400 feet above sea level. Therefore, you should allow a few hours to adjust to the high altitude by resting and eating lightly. Other areas of Ecuador are also situated at high altitudes including Riobamba (9,000 feet), Ambato (8,500 feet) and Cuenca (8,200 feet).
Please consult your physician before traveling to Ecuador. | Climate / Clothing - Ecuador and Galapagos | The climate varies widely according to geographical area. The highlands are cool and dry. Along the coast it is warm and sunny year round. The Amazon rain forest is tropical and humid. Lightweight clothes that can be layered, a jacket, hat, sunscreen, and comfortable shoes are recommended.
Ecuador Average Temperatures: http://www.gate1travel.com/weather/americas/default.aspx?SessID=26350CCF-2C5E-4E20-9518-FA0C4ABBC018#ecuador-weather |
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