Our packing tips for your trip to Nicaragua

 

First, remember that it’s hot here, so stay cool and travel light!

 

You will probably need:

• The correct Covid home test

• Proof of Covid vaccine

• Sun hat or cap

• Sunglasses

• Lightweight, comfortable hiking or walking shoes (water repellent is helpful)

• Flip-flops/sandals and water shoes

• Lightweight, breathable clothing for adventurous activities and lounging

• Bathing suit and cover-up (sarong or pareo) - we provide pool towels

• Water repellent, lightweight jacket when visiting during the rainy season

• Lightweight wrap or sweater for evenings

• Sunscreen (spf 30)

• Lip Balm with spf

• Insect repellent with a little bit of DEET

• Basic medical kit (pain reliever, antacid, allergy medicine, antibiotic ointment, band-aids, etc.) and your own prescriptions

• Cameras, binoculars, memory cards, batteries and chargers

• Small flashlight or headlamp

• Light sleepers should bring earplugs and an eye mask

• Re-fillable water bottle

• A good book

 

Items you will NOT need:

• Formal clothing

• Heavy clothing

• High heels or any shoes you’ll only wear once

• Hair dryer, curling iron or flat iron

• Snorkeling gear

• Drones - they are not permitted and may be confiscated by the Nicaraguan authorities

 

Optional items, if you would like to donate to local children’s organizations:

• Toothbrushes, toothpaste, floss

• Pencils, erasers, sharpeners

• Notebooks

• Arts/craft supplies

• Bilingual books for kids