Safety in Kourou, French Guiana What do other Racers need to know in order to be safe? Current safety protocols/precautions in place? Any relevant issues/concerns? Any precautionary suggestions?
People’s Opinions
Kourou is a very safe place. You can walk and run by yourself around the town at anytime. Everyone is very friendly and welcoming.
Ministry Summary
Ministry Summary in Kourou, French Guiana Breakthroughs? Suggestions? Concerns? On a scale of 1-4 (1 being not at all, 4 being absolutely) how strongly would you recommend another World Race team go to this ministry location & why?
People’s Opinions
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Lodging
Lodging in Kourou, French Guiana Where did you stay? What were the accommodations (sleeping arrangements, toilets, showers, etc.)? Cost (per person per night in USD), Contact info.
People’s Opinions
Finding a place to stay in Kourou that was within budget was expremely difficult. Most teams ended up stay in family homes in which w met the people thè day simply by talking to people.
Food / Meals
Food / Meals in Kourou, French Guiana What did you eat? Where did you get the food? Cost (per person per day in USD)? Contact info (if applicable).
People’s Opinions
Food is relatively expensive in French Guiana. They use the Euro so we had to be very careful about spending. We shopped at the local grocery shop and was very careful with what we bought.
Transportation
Transportation in Kourou, French Guiana What transportation did you use to enter the country? Where were you coming from? What transportation was used to move throughout the country? Be sure to include the cost per person in USD and contact info if applicable.
People’s Opinions
There are no taxis or public transportation, your best bet is your host
Transportation is very expensive. The best thing is to work as much with the host as possible, so you can use their transportation.
Medical
Medical in Kourou, French Guiana Information on local hospitals / doctors / pharmacies. Where would someone go in a medical emergency? (addresses and contact info).
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Communication
Communication in Kourou, French Guiana Did you have cell reception / Internet service? Where? Carrier / Provider, where did you get phones / SIM cards, cost? Country code?
People’s Opinions
We used Digicel. We got it from a local store for $17. The country code is +594.
Financial
Financial in Kourou, French Guiana Location of banks or ATMs, notes about transaction fees, best places to exchange money, and other money related advice.
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Translators
Translators in Kourou, French Guiana List any local translators – name and contact information, languages spoken
People’s Opinions
They speak French. We were lucky to have a french speaker on our team.
Off Days / Fun Activities
Off Days / Fun Activities in Kourou, French Guiana What activities did your team experience? Recommendations? List locations/contact info. Any locations to be avoided? Any extra safety tips for off days?
People’s Opinions
We visited The Island of Salvation for our adventure day and it was amazing. If you are in French Guiana you have to go. It takes the whole day, and it is about $43 a person. You can also visit the space museum.
Other Important Contacts
Other Important Contacts in Kourou, French Guiana Additional ministry opportunities, local pastors, etc. Relationship & follow up suggestions
People’s Opinions
Secours Cathloque Caritas France is a contact that we made. They are like Salvation Army. They are looking for volenteers all the time. Jaceline Ringuet is the name of the lady we spoke with.
Tips
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Additional Info
Additional Info in Kourou, French Guiana Anything we’ve left out? Any additional suggestions to make travel easier for others?