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| Always look for a park guard or a local guide. Usually
inexpensive, their services will allow travelers to benefit
from their knowledge and the well-known hospitality of
the local population. INRENA's central or local office
authorizations must be obtained. Hiring the services of
an experienced tour operator or organizing a camping expedition
are options to be considered, given that accommodation
for tourists is minimal in natural protected areas. |
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| On the Coastal Plain... |
| Dry and arid, there are however frequent showers and
fog from April to October. Nights are cold. Summer months
(December to March) are the perfect season for traveling
on the coastal strip. Sunblock and water must be kept
handy at all times. |
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| In the Mountains... |
| Rainy from November to March. Travel is advised from
April to October. Sunblock and warm clothes are essential.
Altitude sickness hits above 2,500 meters. Precautions
include resting upon arrival, drinking plenty of liquid,
and avoiding heavy meals. |
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| In the Jungle... |
| Rainy from November to March. The best time to visit
is from April to October. Always carry insect repellent,
a raincoat and sunblock. Long sleeved shirts and pants
will help to prevent insect bites Yellow fever vaccines
are compulsory. Also recommended are vaccines against
malaria, tetanus and hepatitis A and B. Ambulatory treatment
for "leshmaniasis" (locally known as uta) and
malaria is available. |
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