Apply mosquito repellent on exposed parts of the body at regular intervals after dusk. Blood examination for malaria parasite. Following any visit to possible malaria areas, any episode of fever should be considered possibly of malaria origin. A visit should be made to a district malaria office, or nearest provincial or district hospital for blood examinations and rapid treatment. Vegetation is also at its peak of lushness at this time, and monsoon showers are usually followed by blue skies and brilliant sunsets.
Sites are open all year but boat trips and jungle trips are sometimes difficult.
Most trips featured in this brochure operate during the monsoon season, which is from May to October. However, programs are modified to suit the conditions. Bring Do not bring lots of luggage. On Lost Horizons trips, you are provided with linen, towels, and soap. Flashlights, insect repellent, and other useful items.