Paraguay Info
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 Posted: Mon Dec 04, 2006 7:57 am Post subject: GETTING AROUND IN PARAGUAY / PARAGUAY TRANSPORTATION GUIDE |
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GETTING AROUND IN PARAGUAY
AIR
Air service is run by LATN (Líneas Aéreas de Transporte Nacional) and TAM (Transportes Aéreos del Mercosur). The most popular visitors’ flight is to the Iguazú Falls from Asunción with Varig Airways (RG). Air-taxis are popular with those wishing to discover the Paraguayan Chaco. Travel agencies offer daily city tours, but services suffer from frequent disruption by weather conditions.
RIVER
There are no regular passenger services on the river.
RAIL
There are no rail services.
ROAD
Traffic drives on the right. Roads serving the main centers are in good condition and there is an ongoing program to upgrade the major routes. Potholes are a hazard, especially in Asunción. Unsurfaced roads may be impassable in bad weather, especially between November and April. Approximately 10 per cent of roads are surfaced. A highway links Asunción with Iguazú Falls, a drive of up to six hours. There are regular police checks; it is also advisable to lock doors. Traveling or driving at night are not advisable.
Bus
Often the best and cheapest method of transport within Paraguay. For longer distances, advance booking may be necessary. There are express links to major centers.
Taxis
They are readily available and may be called by using telephone numbers listed in the local newspapers.
Car rental
Cars can be rented at the airport or through local tourist agencies.
Documentation: National driving license or International Driving Permit are both accepted.
URBAN TRANSPORTATION
Bus and minibus services are provided by private companies in Asunción, with two-zone fares collected by conductors. There also remain two routes of the government-operated tramway. |
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