Medical Guidelines
- An Island Expeditions Medical & Travel Information Form + Liability & Waiver questionnaire must be completed for all participants, prior to your trip departure.
- Though not strenuous, our trips are generally quite active and a base level of fitness is recommended.
- It is always best to consult with your doctor if you have any concerns regarding your physical ability to participate in both marine and/ or land based activities.
Shots and Vaccinations
- There are no mandatory vaccination requirements for entering Belize; however, you should always consult with your doctor before travelling.
Tetanus
- A current tetanus inoculation is strongly recommended for any of our trips.
Hepatitis A
- Transmitted mostly through contaminated food or water.
- HAVRIX is a series of two inoculations: the first covers you for 1 year and the second is good for up to 20 years.
- There is also another option which covers you for Hepatitis A & B, called TWINRIX.
Typhoid & Polio
- Not considered a problem in Belize. Consult with your doctor about precautions and appropriate vaccinations.
Dengue Fever
- Transmitted mostly through mosquitoes.
- It's becoming more prevalent in rural and even urban areas in the tropics.
- The most important preventative measures are to cover bare skin and wear repelent containing Deet
- For more information click here.
Zika Virus
- Transmitted mostly through mosquitos.
- Most people infected have no symptoms
- Identified on four continents, and in more than 20 countries, including the United States.
- The most important preventative measures are to cover bare skin and wear repellent containing Deet
- For more information click here.
Chikungunya
- Transmitted mostly through mosquitos.
- The most important preventative measures are to cover bare skin and wear repellent containing Deet
- There is no preventative vaccine against Chikungunya.
- For more information click here.
More Web Resources
Note: If you experience any unusual symptoms after returning home from your trip please call our office and let us know what’s happening as we may have information that will be helpful to you.
Traveling with a CPAP Machine
- Most mainland accommodations in Belize will have 110V outlets in the rooms.
- For stays at Glover's or Lighthouse Reef Basecamps Let us know in advance of your arrival.
- We will provide a 12 volt battery for your stay.
Check your machines power supply for the technical specifications and the required voltage. Most CPAP machines operate in the 2 to 5 Amp range, or require at least 100W-200W capacity. If your system is not 12V you will need to bring an inverter to switch the current from 12V to 110V. These inverters range in price from $25 to $60 and vary in capacity. You will need to make sure you have the appropriate connections to attach your power supply to these 12V terminals using alligator clips.
Click here for an example of an inverter on Amazon
Here are some other Resources regarding traveling with a CPAP Machines