Ecuador · December
Galápagos Islands in December
December marks the beginning of the warm, wet season in the Galápagos Islands, offering lush landscapes and abundant wildlife activity. This is a fantastic time to visit for those seeking calmer seas and the unique chance to witness breeding behaviors of various species, including the iconic blue-footed boobies.
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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 scattered showers — Prices and crowds surge around holidays.
Overall: Decent
Crowds: Heavy
Prices: Heavy
What makes December worth visiting
- •Christmas and New Year holidays
- •Lush green landscapes return
What to pack for Galápagos Islands in December
Winter-specific items.
Clothing
- ●Lightweight, quick-drying layers
- ●Swimsuit
- ●Rash guard or sun-protective swimwear
- ●Wide-brimmed hat
- ●Water shoes or sturdy sandals
Gear & Accessories
- ●Dry bag
- ●Reusable water bottle
- ●Binoculars
- ●Underwater camera or waterproof phone case
- ●Small backpack or daypack
Health & Safety
- ●High SPF sunscreen (reef-safe)
- ●Insect repellent
- ●Motion sickness medication
- ●Basic first-aid kit
- ●Personal medications
Electronics
- ●Waterproof phone case
- ●Portable power bank
- ●Camera with extra batteries/memory card
Documents & Money
- ●Passport
- ●Cash (USD)
- ●Credit/Debit Cards
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