Travelling in Central America
Between Mexico and Colombia lies the isthmus which connects North and South America. And this is where you find Central America. Between the Pacific Ocean on the right and the Atlantic Ocean on the left there are breathtaking landscapes, beautiful beaches, diverse climates and a rich history.
Edventure is active in Nicaragua, Costa Rica and Panama and since the beginning of 2010 in Guatemala as well.
Edventure is active in Nicaragua, Costa Rica and Panama and since the beginning of 2010 in Guatemala as well.
Practical advice
Flying from Europe
If you’re flying to Central America from Europe, it’s likely you’ll need to change plains in the United States. There are certain procedures concerning entering the United States, also if you’re just in transfer. Currently, to obtain a transit visa you’ll need to fill out an ESTA form. Also, children do need their own passport (including infants). For the up to date information,
Tip: it is recommended to take a extra copy of your passport and to keep it in a different place then your passport. Further, it can be useful to make and carry copies of important information like your bank card, account numbers, driver’s license etc. and furthermore save them in a file in your e-mailbox.
Health
When travelling to tropical destinations, it’s always important to take a number of basic hygiene measures. Think about quality of drinking water; avoid local tap water and look for bottled water to be safe.
All travelers should visit either their travel health clinic or medical expert before departure for advice about vaccinations (and malaria).
All travelers should visit either their travel health clinic or medical expert before departure for advice about vaccinations (and malaria).
Recommended vaccinations are:
- DTP
- Hepatitis A (jaundice)
- DTP
- Hepatitis A (jaundice)
In the tropics it’s important to protect yourself against mosquito bites. So take a anti-mosquito liquid or spray, which contains the ingredient DEET (at least 20%).
The majority of the hotels will have fans or air conditioning in the rooms, so you’ll have little trouble from mosquitoes. If these are absent, you can consider to take a mosquito net with you for extra protection.
We recommend to take the following with you when travelling: plasters, dressings, iodine/sterilon, suntan lotion or cream, after sun cream, lip balm, aspirin, rehydration resources (ORS), for travel sickness (e.g. Primatour), and for diarrhea (e.g. lmodium).
The majority of the hotels will have fans or air conditioning in the rooms, so you’ll have little trouble from mosquitoes. If these are absent, you can consider to take a mosquito net with you for extra protection.
We recommend to take the following with you when travelling: plasters, dressings, iodine/sterilon, suntan lotion or cream, after sun cream, lip balm, aspirin, rehydration resources (ORS), for travel sickness (e.g. Primatour), and for diarrhea (e.g. lmodium).
Other luggage tips:
• A rain jacket or poncho, especially in the rainy season (May to October).
• Sturdy walking boots, waterproof if necessary.
• Fleece jacket or sweater for higher elevations. Exit shorts are also practical.
• A U.S. adapter for charging electronic equipment (in Central America 110 V devices are used).
• Money belt for all your important documents to wear under your clothes.
• Flashlight.
• Binoculars.
• Impregnated mosquito net.
And last but not least…
Concepts of time and hygiene may be different then you’re used to at home. Local culture, exotic food, tropical temperatures and a long tiring day of travelling, can all affect your mood and health.
In addition, travelling in other countries can cause unforeseen events and surprises. That is the risk you’re taking and you need to accept if you’re on an ‘adventurous’ trip. You’ll need your improvisation skills, but above all your good humor!
In addition, travelling in other countries can cause unforeseen events and surprises. That is the risk you’re taking and you need to accept if you’re on an ‘adventurous’ trip. You’ll need your improvisation skills, but above all your good humor!
Sometimes the weather circumstances can affect the trip you’re making. Such disappointments are inextricably linked with the countries you’re travelling in. Prepare yourself as well as possible and if something goes wrong, keep a flexible attitude. In this way you’ll feel the most comfortable and able to enjoy the trip along the way.
If you’ve any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us!
