Programme Details
Our favourites
- Travel down the Amazon on a cargo boat, sleeping on deck in hammocks
- Discover the many pre-Inca ruins in Northern Peru
- Visit one of the highest waterfalls in the world
- Explore the vibrant markets and shop for souvenirs
- See the jungle up-close on a 2 day journey in a dug-out canoe
What’s Included in the Programme
In-country costs
Includes participants’ and Leaders’ transport and food in-country, accommodation, guides’ fees, park fees, airport taxes, local equipment purchase or hire and other in-country costs specific to the expedition, e.g. in-country agent fees.
Expedition group equipment
Includes expedition specific equipment such as tents, ropes, harnesses, medical supplies (antibiotics, dressings, splints etc.) freeze-dried rations, safety equipment and suitable satellite communication equipment.
Insurance (medical)
Includes 24-hour back-up from the UK Operations Centre, all medical treatment until return to country of origin, search and rescue and casualty evacuation for all team members.
Preparation
Includes all online resources, expedition handbooks, destination research, training, expedition preparation meeting and medical clearance.
Leaders and Expedition Assistants
Includes Leader training and assessment and the Expedition Preparation Conference (for Leaders and Assistants).
Leaders’ expenses and fees
Payments to Leaders for time and costs incurred.
Medical assistance
International medical assistance agency First Assist supports the UK Operations Centre and is available 24-hours a day.
What’s Not Included in the Programme
- Vaccinations
- Visas (if required)
- Flights - however if you choose you can let us organise your flights and add these in the cost of your expedition or arrange your own flights and meet the team in-country. You will need to let us know when you apply.
- Personal equipment (and personal equipment insurance)
- Transport within the UK (to and from the training and selection course, to the build-up day venue near the airport, from the airport on return to the UK)
- Optional rest and relaxation activities on expedition, as specified in the itinerary
Prices and Durations
Amazon and Andes Expedition - 4 weeks £1,995
