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Travel
What to
Bring
Travel light! One
medium-sized suitcase or duffle bag and a carry-on bag
per person should be adequate and will allow you greater
flexibility. River House Lodge provides laundry
service to help you in traveling light.
People who make a habit
of traveling "light" report relatively trouble-free
journeys uncomplicated by several pieces of luggage. We recommend
a duffle bag approximately 14" x 30", made of strong,
waterproof duck with full zipper and wrap-around nylon
type handles, or army surplus duffle. Duffle bags pack
more easily and will protect your gear from dust.
We recommend that you hand
carry on the plane in your daypack or hand luggage,
camera, important documents, medicines and other
irreplaceable items. Make sure they will fit under the
seat of the plane or in the overhead compartment. DON'T
CHECK BAGS THROUGH to an overseas destination from your
hometown -- wait until your final domestic gateway
city.)
Many travelers enjoy purchasing
T-shirts and souvenirs throughout their trip, so packing light will
help on your return trip. You may find your best selection of
souvenirs at the airport.
When you leave home,
remember to also leave a copy of your itinerary and
important documents with someone as well as bring a copy
with you, just in case you lose them.
The climate is subtropical
with an annual average temperature of 80 degrees
Fahrenheit. You'll mostly want to wear casual,
tropical weight clothing.
No inoculations are required to enter
Belize. Cases of hepatitis, malaria, typhoid, cholera, dengue fever
and other tropical diseases do occur but seldom afflict travelers. If you are planning to visit remote areas, your doctor may recommend
yellow fever, tetanus, typhoid, hepatitis A and gamma globulin shots
and/or malaria pills.
There is a small clinic in
Hopkins Village for minor medical needs. The
closest Hospital is located in Dangriga, 40 minutes away
by auto.
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What To Bring With You
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Passport/Visa (no
Visas are required for US or Canadian Citizens)
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Favorite remedies for
headache, colds, upset stomach,
nerves, insect bites, sun burn/irritation, motion
sickness, etc.
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Toiletries
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Special medicines and
prescriptions
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Insect repellent (1
can per person per week) - Although the more
environmentally friendly option is to put on
clothing.
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Binoculars and field
guides
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Small water resistant flashlight
(and extra batteries) - LED lights last longer
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Water resistant wristwatch/dive
watch
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Zip-lock baggies
(quart size, and plastic trash bags for wet clothes)
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Dry bag for water
adventures
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Hat with wide brim for sun
protection (one that ties under the chin is
preferred)
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Ballpoint pen and pad
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A book to read or a
DVD to watch
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Sunscreen lotion and
chapstick (a must!)
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Sunglasses (polarized
lenses are better for water excursions)
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SCUBA/snorkel gear
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Camera (with extra
film or batteries)
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Money (cash, travel
checks, or major credit cards)
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Closed toed hiking
boots (likely to get wet)
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Light backpack with
water pouch
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If you are going to do
jungle hikes we also recommend that you bring a
first-aid kit with waterproof bandages and baby
wipes.
What To Wear
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Swim attire (an extra
swimsuit may be helpful), including water
shoes/thongs
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Light weight long
pants (do not bring jeans as they will get wet and
heavy)
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Light weight long
sleeved shirts
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Cotton undergarments
are the most comfortable.
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Lightweight rain
poncho
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Lightweight jacket or
wind breaker for nights in the mountains or boat
rides. A heavy cotton sweat shirt can be substituted
for a windbreaker and feels great on the boat after
snorkeling.
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Shoes: Jungle trails
and cave tours are often wet and therefore slippery,
so your footwear is important. Closed toe walking
shoes that grip or two pairs of tennis shoes (in
case one pair gets wet and muddy).
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