Ecuador · December
Galápagos Islands in December
December in the Galápagos Islands marks the start of the warmer, wetter season, a time of vibrant life and fewer crowds. This period is genuinely worth visiting for its incredible wildlife encounters; expect to see blue-footed boobies performing mating dances, sea lions basking on beaches, and marine iguanas in abundance.
Is December a good time to visit Galápagos Islands?
December is a workable month for Galápagos Islands with tradeoffs. 23-29°C, warm and humid, with increasing chances of heavy showers. — Start of the rainy season, but still good for wildlife viewing.
What makes December worth visiting
- •Christmas Iguanas (bright red males) appear
- •Sea turtles start nesting
Events in Galápagos Islands this December
Green sea turtles begin laying their eggs on the sandy beaches.
What to pack for Galápagos Islands in December
Winter-specific items.
Clothing
- ●Lightweight, quick-dry clothing
- ●Long-sleeved shirts and pants
- ●Swimwear
- ●Rash guard or UV-protective swimwear
- ●Comfortable walking/hiking shoes
Gear & Accessories
- ●Reusable water bottle
- ●Dry bag
- ●Binoculars
- ●Camera with extra battery and memory card
- ●Waterproof camera or action camera
Health & Safety
- ●High SPF reef-safe sunscreen
- ●Insect repellent
- ●Motion sickness medication
- ●Basic first-aid kit
- ●Hand sanitizer
Documents & Money
- ●Passport and visa (if applicable)
- ●Copies of important documents
- ●US Dollars
- ●Credit/Debit cards
Electronics
- ●Universal travel adapter
- ●Portable power bank
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