Packing List 

Many items that are available for purchase in other destinations are difficult to find in Cuba. For that reason, it is important to pack the following no matter what part of the island you explore first:

Clothing:

• Lightweight raincoat and/or umbrella

• Short-sleeved shirts

• Undergarments (enough to last the trip & extra)

• Socks

• Shorts / Capri -  in the countryside, due to mosquitoes, you might be more comfortable wearing light pants or leggings;

• Light long pants - jeans are not recommended due to the heat;

• Pajamas - comfortable enough for tropical weather

• One pair of flip-flops/sandals

• Comfortable walking shoes

• Sunglasses 

• Swimsuit 

• Hat 

• One long-sleeved shirt/cardigan/scarf - *We always recommend bringing a light jacket or sweater for cool evenings (and sometimes very cool air-conditioned restaurants.

• Feel free to bring some nicer clothes for the evenings when you go out on the town!

Personal:

• Glasses / contacts / contact solution

• Personal toiletries - Toothbrush, toothpaste, shampoo, conditioner, face wash, body soap, etc.  (Must bring! Those items are hard to find in Cuba)

• Sunscreen

• Wet Wipes / Face wipes 

• Hand sanitizer

• Insect/bug repellent 

• Aloe Vera (if you are prone to sunburns)

• Band-Aids and Neosporin

• For women: Sanitary pads, tampons, contraceptives

• Personal medication - Should be in original bottles -or original prescription) *Note: Advil/Tylenol etc. are not available in Cuba so please bring them just in case

• DayQuil/NyQuil (for those who have problems with hot/humid weather)

• Kleenex / Tissues / Toilet Paper - We suggest bringing 1 roll just in case since public bathrooms might not have toilet paper available;

Other:

• Books and/or magazines 

• Spanish/English dictionary

• Watch / small alarm clock

• Flashlight - just in case! 

• Light day bag or pack (a small backpack would be ideal) for daily activities

• Beach Towel

• Personal snacks that you may need or crave (such as granola bars or power bars), especially if you are traveling with kids.

• Camera/ phone for pictures or disposable camera/film camera.

• Noise-canceling earplugs and/or sleeping mask (for light sleepers)

• Donations - *For ideas check here. 

Must Haves:

• 1. • Refillable water bottle: we will provide you with safe drinking water throughout your whole trip.

     • If you have a peanut allergy, please bring a peanut allergy card in Spanish. It will be helpful at restaurants.

     • Passport: must be valid for up to 6 months after your scheduled departure date from Cuba. (We also recommend printing copies, leaving one at home, and bringing another with you.)

     • Visa/Tourist Card: properly filled out.

     • Printed copy of your flight itinerary.

     • Printed copy of your Discover Corp Trip itinerary.

     • Printed copy of pages 5 & 6 of your Dropbox Sign Waiver (Document that outlines Discover Corps’ support for the Cuban People license)

     • Download app Map of Cuba Offline (internet connection is not widely available in Cuba)

     • Enough cash to last your entire trip: we recommend roughly $75 per day. This is for tips, souvenirs, drinks & snacks. You probably will not spend all of this but better safe as the U.S.-issued debit cards, credit cards, ATM cards, and traveler's checks will not work in Cuba. You can safely bring USD and your guide can also help to exchange it into local pesos.

Provided:

• Linens / Blankets 

• Pillows

• Hand soap

• Bath towel (please feel free to bring an additional towel for bathing if you prefer, generally 1 is provided)

• *Note: Electrical adapters are not needed as the standard electric current in Cuba is the same as in the U.S. with a two-prong outlet. For more information see here.