Travel

Public transport is cheap but not very comfortable. The easiest is the omnipresent tuk-tuk. Use those with meters. Uber and Pick-me are other facilities that are available. There are a few reputed cab companies:

Kangaroo on 0112588588 and budget Kangaroo 0112592592

PickMe 1331 (from any mobile phone)

Parking in the vicinity will be difficult. Please use a cab or tuk-tuk. A good land mark is Carey College which most seem to know. There would be flags to indicate the venue.
Google maps link to location https://maps.app.goo.gl/8g4onTbBgX85u4jh6 
Doctors are advised to park in the National Hospital premises. Hospital badge is required to enter.
Limited space will be available around the faculty and in the underground car park in the new multi-floored building under construction behind the Anatomy Block.

 

Communication

The commonly used mobile providers with wide networks are

  • Mobitel
  • Dialog
  • Airtel
  • Etisalat

 

Visa information

Please check your embassy website for requirements and complete the necessary application. Request an invitation letter for visa application if necessary from info@colombomedicalcongress.org

 

Accommodation

The following reputed hotels are located close to the venue (about 5 minutes using a cab or tuk-tuk).