2006-08-18 12:45:41 · 8 answers · asked by jane_doe874 2 in Travel ➔ Latin America ➔ Ecuador
Do
- take plenty of insect repellent containing DEET if you plan to visit the jungle.
- take malaria prevention medicine in prone ridden areas.
- wash your hands frequently with soap and water.
- carry a roll of toilet paper with you because bathrooms are often lacking.
- wear long sleeves and pants from dusk to dawn when you are visiting the jungle and sleep under a mosquito net.
Don't
- drink tap water. Only drink bottled water and ask for drinks without ice (sin hielo).
- eat salads and only eat fruits and vegetables that you can peel first.
- eat food from street vendors.
- eat dairy products unless they have been pasteurized.
- touch animals like monkeys, dogs or cats to avoid diseases such as rabies.
- swim in fresh water. The ocean is better, but first ask a local how safe it is. Some beaches are contaminated.
Vaccinations
There are no vaccinations that are required by law to enter Peru. However, there are some that are recommended: Cholera, Hepatitis A, Tetanus, Diptheria, Typhoid and Yellow Fever. Many of these vaccinations are recommended if you are spending any time in the jungle. Malaria is also common in the Amazon region and you can ask your doctor for malaria tablets.
Check with your doctor at least six weeks prior to traveling because some shots take time to become effective. Ask them what they recommend and the possible side effects of each vaccination. For further details regarding vaccinations for Peru, and Ecuador visit the U.S. Center for Disease Control's website at http://www.cdc.gov/travel/tropsam.htm.
2006-08-19 06:52:57 · answer #1 · answered by nonconformiststraightguy 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋
I went there last year,to meet my husbands family(he is from Guayaquil)I had a tetanus/diptheria.Hepatitis A. Typhoid fever and a yellow fever (which should come with a certificate) You can never be too careful-that is what my Dr recommended-so I has them all(the above listed)It is a fantastic country!I loved it!I will be back there next year(I toured all over there last year)Enjoy! PS I am not sure for Peru.Just Ecuador I know.
2006-08-20 10:18:33 · answer #2 · answered by Tasha D 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hello! You won't be needing any kind of immunizations if you are planning to travel at this time of the year (summer for us, that is the windy and cool season); there are no mosquitos at all.
You want to be careful at not drinking tap water. You should drink bottled water. Greetings from an Ecuadorian. You are more than welcome to visit Ecuador. Enjoy it!
p.s. A few days ago, Tungurahua volcano erupted. The volcano is located in the Highlands. I am from Guayaquil, that is in the coast. Nothing to worry about. Try reading: http://www.eluniverso.com.ec
2006-08-19 20:57:17 · answer #3 · answered by cracio 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
When I was down that direction a couple years ago you had to have the yellow fever vac. if you were going into Ecuador after coming from Peru.
2006-08-19 19:52:28 · answer #4 · answered by traveler 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
nope only if u go to the jungles!
ecuador is aWsOmE & ive never been
to peru but i heard is pretty good!
2006-08-19 21:25:35 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not really...only if you are traveling to third world countries.
2006-08-18 19:50:41 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
no you do not need any shots but dont drink the water
only bottled or if you can boil it
2006-08-19 20:15:05 · answer #7 · answered by lisa D 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes, I know there are some needed if you want to go to the jungle, which I recommend you ...
2006-08-19 00:50:35 · answer #8 · answered by choloconche 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋