CCV - Malaria meds?

[DeputyDan]

Ton of skitters on the BBQ night out on the little island.

 

[USdiver1]

When I lived on the mainland of Honduras I contracted malaria. I've had two relapses in the intervening years, none while visiting the Bay Islands. Believe me when I say that it is not a disease you want to contract; nevertheless IMO, a repellant containing DEET is sufficient to protect the average tourist from malaria while on the islands. Mosquitos are most active at sunset/evening and in the pre-dawn hours. The islands generally have a constant sea breeze that keeps mosquito populations down, at least along the coast. If you plan to hike through the mountains, or visit swampy areas, then yes add a malaria pill to your regimen. If you will only be diving and visiting towns along the coast, then a repellant should be enough protection.

 

[RTBDiver]

The islands generally have a constant sea breeze that keeps mosquito populations down, at least along the coast. .

I think you may mean "at least along the "South Coast.. Often there is little to no sea breeze along the more popular tourist areas on the north coast

 

[DogDiver]

I'm on them now for my trip in 7 days.

 

[USdiver1]

I think you may mean "at least along the "South Coast.. Often there is little to no sea breeze along the more popular tourist areas on the north coast

True, but OP stated that he was diving at CCV, which is on the south coast.

 

[RTBDiver]

True, but OP stated that he was diving at CCV, which is on the south coast.

But others looking for information may believe that the.

islands generally have a constant sea breeze that keeps mosquito populations down.

which is not the case