What foods should we avoid? What about drinking water?

It is relatively safe to eat most of the foods offered by lodges, luxury tented camps and adventure camps as they take great care to ensure that food is prepared in a healthy manner. If you are worried about contracting a "stomach bug" don't eat salads, avoid ice cubes in drinks, and eat only fruits that have thick skins which are peeled (oranges, bananas).

Although water in many cities and small towns is purified and safe to drink, it is wise to drink only bottled drinks which are readily. In addition don't swallow water during a shower and use purified water for brushing teeth. Don't worry - bottled water is readily available.