Depending on the time of year you come, Nov. thru April you should bring a few warm clothes and if you like to dive or snorkel a light wet suit is recommend. May thru Oct. is much warmer and the water is to, very light clothes is recommend. Most people over pack. Please no hard luggage pack your items in a canvas bag or duffel bag. Pack light! This is a very casual ship and 90% of the time you will be in you're bathing suit or shorts and T-shirts enjoying the out islands of the Bahamas. You may want to bring one set of “going out” clothes for a night out on the town. But again, the islands are very casual.
A long sleeve rash guard is great it protects you from UV rays and cools you out of the water. It is also great in the water protects you if you get a little chilly, if there are any jellyfish around, and the water sometime makes the sun more intense while you snorkel.
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Passport
Wide brimmed hat for sun protection. It is helpful if it ties around your chin to stay on while sailing.
Suntan lotion – The sun is intense, so get something with high protection. You don’t want to burn and be uncomfortable! Insect repellent! Mostly in the summer months. DO NOT BRING SPRAY SUNTAN LOTION! You will NOT be allowed to use it on board.
Handy Wipes, Baby Wipes to keep clean.
Sunglasses (Polarized)
Long sleeved Rash guard very good for sun protection while in the water and white cotton shirt for sun protection out of the water.
Beach walking shoes Teva's, or flip-flops - some type of walking shoe that doesn't matter if they get wet.
Beach towel
Swim suits surf like shorts / bikini
Shorts & T-shirts
November-March: Bring hooded sweatshirt or light jacket and some long sleeve shirts and pants.
Toiletry Items – toothbrush, toothpaste, shampoo, lotion, etc.
Towel and wash cloth for shower
Casual go out to dinner clothes for one night
Medication you need for the week, please inform the captain of your medication.
Good book or magazine to read
Favorite CDs or MP3s
Snorkel Gear - we have snorkel gear on board for your use, However I recommend you bring you own snorkel gear, and use it before you come down and get comfortable with it, you will have a much easier time in the water.
Diving-Dive log and certification if you plan on diving, gloves for spear fishing, flashlight.
Camera - besides your regular camera, you might want to bring an underwater camera.
Light rain jacket
Optional: Large-mouth water bottle to carry with you for hikes on the islands. Small water proof backpack.
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