• Climate: climate is usually very warm with temperatures averaging 25 degrees C (76 F) to 31 C (90 F) during the year. The rainy season (December to May) is warm and very humid. The dry season is less humid but still a little muggy.
  
  
• Vaccination: Please talk to your local health station. There have been cases of malaria in the area the last years.
  
  
• Bus vs. flying: Most students go by bus. The ride is long, about 10 hours during the night. Flying is an option but you will have to fly into Manta or Portoviejo which is about 2 to 3 hours by  bus or cab from Alandaluz.
  
  
• Food: The food at Alandaluz is safe to eat. Most of the vegetables are grown organic at the place.
  
  
• Money: Bring enough cash for the trips and the bar + restaurant at Alandaluz.
  
  
• Clothing: The climate is warm all year round but it can be a bit chilly during the nights from May to October. Clothing is very informal at Alandaluz.
  
  

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