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• If your itinerary differs from ours, you might require the vaccine. (For example, if you
will be traveling independently in South America before/after your trip with us. Or if you
will be arriving from a country other than the U.S. or Canada.) Check with the CDC.

Medication Suggestions
• An antibiotic medication for gastrointestinal illness

• Prescription pain medication in the unlikely event of an injury in a remote location

• Anti-malaria medication is recommended but you should check with the CDC and your
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• For travelers on the Machu Picchu post-trip extension: Altitude sickness medication
because Cuzco is roughly 11,000 feet above sea level. At these altitudes, almost everyone
feels some of the symptoms of Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS), including headache,
nausea, loss of appetite, trouble sleeping, and lack of energy.

Traveling with Medications
• Pack medications in your carry-on bag to avoid loss and to have them handy.

• Keep medicines in their original, labeled containers for a quicker security screen at the
airport and a better experience if you get stopped by customs while overseas.

• Bring copies of your prescriptions, written using the generic drug name rather than a
brand name to be prepared for any unforeseen loss of your medications.

We recommend checking with the State Department for medication restrictions by country:
https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-
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Staying Healthy on Your Trip

Jet Lag Tips

• Start your trip well-rested.

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