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venezuela ‑ the lost
world and angel falls
trip highligh­­­ts
Experience the natural beauty of the highest
waterfall in the world at Angel Falls
River journey by dugout canoe to the base of Angel Falls
Explore the dense jungle with awe‑inspiring views above
the canopy whilst trekking to the summit of Auyan Tepui
Unique and rarely trekked route on Auyan Tepui.
Satisfies the most adventurous, that are
looking for something unusual
Remote Pemon communities
Trip Duration15 days
Trip Code: VLW
GradeModerate to Challenging
ActivitiesTrekking and Canoeing
Summary15 day trip, 7 day trek, 2 day canoe trip,
4 nights hotel and 10 nights camping
welcome to
World Expeditions
Thank you for your interest in our Venezuela ‑ The Lost World and
Angel Falls trip. At World Expeditions we are passionate about our
off the beaten track experiences as they provide our travellers with
the thrill of coming face to face with untouched cultures as well as
wilderness regions of great natural beauty. We are committed to
ensuring that our unique itineraries are well researched, affordable
and tailored for the enjoyment of small groups or individuals ‑
philosophies that have been at our core since 1975 when we began
operating adventure holidays. Our itineraries will give you the very
best travel experience, designed by people with incredible local
knowledge who share our vision of authentic exchange and real
exploration with a responsible tourism approach. Whether you like
your adventures to include trekking, touring, cycling, mountaineering,
kayaking or cruising World Expeditions can make it happen for you.
We hope you will join us for a life changing experience!!
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why travel with World Expeditions?
Our Venezuelan operators have been working with us for many years.
The experience and enthusiasm of our local guides throughout this
region ensures that we maintain the leading edge in adventure travel
and ensures our trips are unique and provide excellent value for
money. This trip really gets off the beaten track into areas where very
few others travel. Compare our prices and all our inclusions and we
feel that few trips can compare in terms of value for money. This is a
unique adventure for those looking for the best trekking in Venezuela. In
addition responsible travel is important to us. Our company was ‘Highly
Commended’ for Best in a Mountain Environment in the Responsible
travel awards. Given our local knowledge, experience and excellent
leadership, we are quite sure that this trip will be the trip of a lifetime.
venezuela ‑ the lost
world and angel falls
Trek the mysterious Tepui Mountains and journey to the Angel Falls
Chichiriviche
Caracas
Venezuela
Ciudad Bolivia
Puerto Ordiz
Uruyen
trip dates
2016
2017
09Dec - 23Dec
30Jun - 14Jul
01Sep - 15Sep
08Dec - 22Dec
important notes
Note: - prices valid up to 31/12/2016. For trips departing
after this date, the price will likely increase subject to
local inflationary pressures on operational costs.
trip cost
Joining Caracas:£2090
All prices are per person
options & supplements
Single Supplement:
£280
World Expeditions does not require single travellers
to pay a surcharge for travelling alone. We will
arrange for you to share accommodation with
another traveller of the same gender and if we can
not match you up we will provide a single room at
no extra charge. If you prefer not to share a single
supplement is payable to guarantee your own room.
The cost of the single supplement is listed above.
For competitive airfares and stopover ideas
to join this adventure, contact our expert staff
today to receive a detailed quote.
Inclusions Valued at USD$:
Internal Flights:USD$435
Canaima
Angel
Falls
the trip
When Arthur Conan Doyle wrote ‘The Lost World’, he was inspired by the Table Mountains
of Southeast Venezuela. A series of mysterious mountain tops almost inaccessible from the
surrounding jungle was to capture the imagination of a generation of armchair travellers.
Similarly inspired, we travel to this remote corner of Venezuela to combine an ascent to the
summit plateau of Auyan Tepui, followed by a river journey by dugout canoe to the base
of the Angel Falls, the highest waterfall in the world. From our jungle base, we follow trails
through tropical forest before gradually ascending a series of boulders (requiring fixed rope
in places) to the summit plateau of Auyan Tepui. Marvelling at the views of the vast jungle
canopy, we undertake day walks to appreciate the rich diversity of flora and fauna that would
have staggered early explorers. After our foray we enjoy a memorable river journey to the foot
of the Angel Falls and visit a number of remote Indian communities along the way.
at a glance
DAY 1ARRIVE CARACAS
DAY 2DRIVE TO CIUDAD BOLIVAR
DAY 3FLY TO URUYEN, TREK TO GUARAYACA (APPROX 3 HOURS WALKING)
DAY 4TO EL PEÑON. (7 HOURS WALKING)
DAY 5ASCENT TO EL LIBERTADOR (4 HOURS) OR EL OSO (7 HOURS).
DAY 6ON THE SUMMIT. NATURE HIKES.
DAY 7DESCEND TO EL PENON (5 HOURS)
DAY 8DESCEND TO URUYEN (ABOUT 7 HOURS) COMPLETE TREK
DAY 9AROUND URUYEN.
DAY 10FLY TO CANAIMA
DAY 11TO ANGEL FALLS BASE CAMP (4 HOURS)
DAY 12ANGEL FALLS TO CANAIMA (4 HOURS)
DAY 13FLY TO CIUDAD BOLIVAR AND CARACAS.
DAY 14CARIBBEAN COAST AT CHICHIRIVICHI
DAY 15TRIP CONCLUDES IN CARACAS
what’s included
14 breakfasts, 10 lunches and 10 dinners
flights Ciudad Bolivar/Uruyen/Kavac/Caracas approx US$435
airport transfers on Day 1 and Day 15
expert bilingual guide
group medical kit
good quality accommodation in Caracas and Ciudad Bolivar
all internal transportation
group camping equipment ‑ including tents and cooking equipment
porters to carry personal gear
sightseeing and site entrance fees as listed
Local cash payments are becoming increasingly popular with many operators in the
adventure travel industry. The policy seems to benefit the tour operators, more than the
local economies or travellers, as it avoids local taxes and transfers the cost and risk of
cash handling to travellers. In accordance with our Responsible Travel practices we have
chosen a policy not to ask for such payments.
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detailed itinerary
DAY 1Arrive Caracas
You will be met on arrival and transferred to the group hotel for overnight accommodation. The
remainder of the day is free to acclimatise and take in your first impressions of Venezuela. Caracas
is a large modern city. You should be careful when walking after dark, and should avoid walking
alone. A group briefing with your tour leader will be held at dinner.
meals: NIL
DAY 2Drive to Ciudad Bolivar
This morning we take the 8 hour drive to Ciudad Bolivar. The drive will offer an early insight into
Venezuela and its people.
meals: B
DAY 3Fly to Uruyen, trek to Guarayaca (approx 3 hours walking)
This morning we fly from Ciudad Bolívar to Uruyen which is a one hour 15 minute flight in a five
passenger Cessna. During the flight it will be possible to see the back waters of the Guri Dam, which
produces 80% of Venezuela´s electricity and the open cast mine of Cerro Bolivar, one of the world’s
richest iron ore deposits. As we fly over the Paragua river, the bare plains change to tropical jungle.
Keen eyes sometimes spot macaws flying in pairs and then we see the first Table Mountains, called
tepuis in the Pemon Indian language. As the plane follows the course of the Carrao River, we view
the beautiful waterfalls plunging into Canaima Lagoon, (which is where we shall finish the trekking
portion of the trip). We then have an option to fly over Angel Falls, a truly unforgettable experience.
The walls of Auyatepui loom up ahead and as we get closer we see the castle like towers and
crevices of this ancient structure. We fly into the Devils Canyon and as the aircraft rounds a corner
we see the 947-metre freefall of Angel Falls. After a couple of heart pounding passes our pilot takes
us to the valley of Kamarata, home to our hosts for the next two weeks, the Kamaracoto Indians of
the Pemon tribe. Uruyen, our destination, is a village built of typical Indian huts, Churuatas, which
are nestled right in front of the mighty Auyan Tepui – an almost unreal sight of peace and beauty. We
continue our journey in Toyota Landcruisers. The vehicles take us and our porters across four rivers
and through a beautiful jungle ringed savannah, as close as possible to the foothills of Auyan Tepui.
Here the porters arrange their loads and we begin the hike up a very, very steep hill to our beautiful
campsite at Guaracaya. Located next to a brook, surrounded by trees, our guides will prepare a
delicious meal and tell stories of Indian legends and past exploits.
meals: B,L,D
DAY 4To El Peñon. (7 hours walking)
Another early start on the longest day of the trip. We have an altitude gain of over 1500 metres.
The trail takes us across a marsh, home to at least 2 species of insectivorous plants, lush tropical
jungle with huge trees, vines, and up a near vertical never ending jungle clad hill which leaves even
the fittest wishing they had done more training. We have lunch on a small plain and continue hiking
uphill, now on the mountain’s upper talus slope, to our second night’s campsite, El Peñon. Once
again there is a cascading mountain stream nearby where we can take an invigorating (if not to say
a little chilly) but definitely needed bath. El Peñon (The Rock) is a huge boulder under which about
50 people can sleep. Looking south from our vantage point we can see an endless sea of jungle
with Tepuis jutting above it like black icebergs. On a moonlit night the view from the campsite is
spectacular. To the north looms the totally sheer rock face we have to negotiate tomorrow. We can
see the ramp we will take to reach the top. Our guides point out that the rock we are sleeping under
is one of the oldest on the planet, over two thousand million years old!
meals: B,L,D
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DAY 5Ascent to El Libertador (4 hours) or El Oso (7 hours).
fast facts
Countries Visited:
Venezuela
Visas:
Yes*
Vaccinations:
Please consult a travel vaccination
specialist for up to date information
Private Groups:
Private group options are
available for this trip*
Singles:
A single supplement is available for this trip*
Leader:
Expert local leader
Brochure Reference:
The Americas
*Ask our staff for more information.
Today is the steepest day of the hike. First we have to negotiate an area of boulders, which can
be treacherous when wet. The flora in this area is fascinating, and extremely photogenic. Next we
have a near vertical muddy trail which leads us up to the very base of the sheer cliff. Here we rest
and prepare ourselves for the final assault. The trail follows a crevice strewn with huge boulders,
which we negotiate our way over, around, or under. There are 5 fixed ropes, which we use to aid
our ascent. At one point we will stop and look in awe as we find ourselves in a gully inside the
heart of the mountain with ancient species of plants, eerie wind blown patterns on the rocks that
tower all around us, dizzying views across the plain far below, and echoes of every sound we make.
We go through a maze like area of underground chambers and then emerge onto the incredible
summit of Auyantepui. Tepui means house in the Pemon vernacular, and Auyan means Spirit. Our
guides believe that this is the home of their ancestors, and not the good ones either. Botanists also
believe that it is heaven since 95% of the plant species that exist on the mountain are only found
on the Tepuis. The views west across the nearly flat summit are awe inspiring on a clear day. Huge
crevasses; chunks of rock lying strewn like giant dice; valleys so enormous they stretch into the
hazy blue horizon. To the east the Kamarata plain where we began the hike, is now so far below us
that a human figure is indistinguishable. Here we rest and your leader will decide either to camp
here in Libertador, or continue for another 3 hours to a spectacular campsite called “El Oso”. Here,
another fallen boulder provides shelter right in the middle of the mountain’s summit and a nearby
river provides the possibility of a relaxing swim.
meals: B,L,D
DAY 6On the summit. Nature hikes.
Today we take short nature hikes, seeing and photographing orchids, bromeliads, all kinds of
wonderful vegetation ( all very ancient species ), swimming and experiencing the atmosphere of
this “Lost World”. On the flat summit of this mountain there are jungles, rivers, waterfalls and entire
ecosystems.
meals: B,L,D
DAY 7Descend to El Penon (5 hours)
Today we make the descent to El Peñon by the same route we ascended.
meals: B,L,D
DAY 8Descend to Uruyen (about 7 hours) Complete trek
We walk back along the same trail we used to climb up. Down through the jungle where we have
spotted white lipped tapir, deer, howler monkeys, coati mundis, jaguar tracks, tarantulas and the
dreaded 2 inch long 24 hour ants. We arrive in Guarayaca, our first night’s campsite, at lunchtime,
and have a break. Then we continue downhill to the Río Ocoñe where a vehicle will be waiting to
take us to Uruyen, a small Indian village near the river Uruyen. Here we have basic rooms with
private bathrooms, showers, beds and cold beer.
meals: B,L,D
DAY 9Around Uruyen.
Today we take an exhilarating hike to Uruyen Canyon. In order to get to the 80 foot falls located at
the end of an extremely narrow canyon, we have to hike through jungle, wade and swim across the
river, and pull ourselves up a rope. Our Kamaratacoto guide will carry our cameras in waterproof
bags so we can photograph the stunning canyon. We visit the Uruyen canyon, similar to that of
Kavac but with more attractions, a 10-foot waterslide, a dizzying 3-foot whirlpool, and a possible
visit to our porters´ village, Santa Marta. (Depends on the blisters, bruises and weather)
meals: B,L,D
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responsible travel
The environments we travel through are
fragile. It is our responsibility as visitors to
minimise the impact of our presence. World
Expeditions were the proud recipients of
the inaugural Australian National Travel
Industry’s Environmental Achievement award
for our Responsible Travel Guidebook. This
detailed guide to responsible and sustainable
travel is provided to all World Expeditions
clients before they travel. Please ask your
consultant if you have not received your copy
of our award winning book. Alternatively,
you may like to download a copy from our
website www.worldexpeditions.com
trip grading
Moderate to Challenging
This trip is graded moderate to challenging
and is suitable only for fit and healthy people.
Prior trekking is not necessary, although you
would be expected to be comfortable in the
outdoors and enjoy camping for successive
periods. These adventures involve trekking
for up to 6 ‑ 8 hours a day at a steady pace
and may include longer days up to 10 hours
combined with high pass crossings. These
trips may spend successive days at altitudes
not generally exceeding 3,000m and the
actual treks are usually between 10 and 15
days in duration. You will need a good level
of fitness and be in good health. * Suggested
preparation: 45 minutes of aerobic type
exercise, three to five times a week for the
three months leading up to your trip. Hill
walking with a pack in variable weather
conditions is also recommended. To prepare
for a walking holiday we recommend you
take every opportunity to walk up and down
stairs and/or hills, for leg strengthening and
aerobic fitness. Please remember the fitter
you are the more you will enjoy your holiday.
DAY 10Fly to Canaima
Today we fly over Auyan Tepui to Canaima, the gateway to the Angel Falls. Upon arrival in Canaima
we have the rest of the day to relax and enjoy this scenic village and the surrounding lagoons and
waterfalls.
meals: B,L,D
DAY 11To Angel Falls base camp (4 hours)
Today we leave the Carrao River and enter the Devils canyon. The water becomes a raging torrent,
the sheer walls of Auyan Tepui hang above us. The trees crowd into the river and the master
Kamaracoto boatmen leave us breathless and applauding as they negotiate impossible rock barriers
in the foaming current. We finally arrive at Ratoncito Island, our camp at the base of the falls. We
take a 45-minute stroll to Laime’s lookout, where the world’s highest waterfall looms directly above
the white spray and takes an aeon to touch the rocks below. A truly unforgettable and awesome
sight. Conditions permitting we can take a swim in a pool at the base of the falls.
meals: B,L,D
DAY 12Angel Falls to Canaima (4 hours)
This morning we set off downstream from Ratoncito and then hurtle down to the Carrao river,
breathing a sigh of relief when we reach the tranquil waters of the Carrao. We continue to Canaima
where, after a tour of Salto El Sapo, a thundering waterfall that we can walk behind, we bid a fond
farewell to our good-natured Kamaracoto boatmen, and we stay in a camp close to the Canaima
lagoon.
meals: B,L,D
DAY 13Fly to Ciudad Bolivar and Caracas.
We board our charter plane to Ciudad Bolivar or Puerto Ordaz for the scheduled commercial plane
to Caracas. On arrival in Caracas we are met and transferred to our comfortable beach hotel in
Chichirivichi on the pristine Caribbean Coast for our last 2 nights.
meals: B
DAY 14Caribbean Coast at Chichirivichi
Today is free to enjoy this coastal paradise. You can snorkel or swim or simply relax. A perfect finale
to an amazing adventure.
meals: B
DAY 15Trip concludes in Caracas
The trip concludes after breakfast with a departure transfer to the airport.
meals: B
This itinerary is subject to change with any change in Community regulations as well as Governmental changes and natural circumstances beyond our control.
suggested extensions
Galapagos Islands Cruise
Iguazu Falls
Buenos Aires
Cusco & Machu Picchu
Amazon Jungle Extension
country information
Venezuela is a land of contrasts. Whilst it is one of the wealthiest countries in South America,
with good roads and tourism infrastructure, it is also home to Indian groups which continue to
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adventure travel
By its very nature adventure travel involves
an element of the unexpected. In remote
and developing countries do not expect
standards you are used to at home. Remote
areas are sometimes unpredictable and
itineraries may be altered. To get the most
out of your adventure it is important that
you are flexible, positive and eager to
take on all the challenges that arise. If you
are uncertain about your suitability for
this trip we recommend that you speak
with your consultant or travel agent.
important note
These trip notes represent the most
current information for this itinerary, and
may supersede any information in the
current brochure, including but not limited
to the itinerary and price. The itinerary
should be seen as a guide only. This
itinerary may change at any time due to
inclement weather, forces of nature and
other circumstances beyond our control.
live their traditional lifestyle. The northern Caribbean coastline runs for 2800 kilometres, whilst to
the south, bordering Brazil, is Amazon rainforest. The south is also characterised by the swampy
lands of the Orinoco delta and the Guiana Highlands where the tepuis, or table mountains, are
located. To the northwest, bordering on Colombia, is the northern end of the Andes, known as
the Sierra Nevada de Merida, where the highest peak is Pico Bolivar (5007m). To the north of the
Andes is the largest lake in South America, Lago Maracaibo. Before the Spanish Conquest in
the Fifteenth century, the country was settled by three main Indian tribes. Christopher Columbus
set foot on Venezuelan soil in 1498, and the Spanish settlement began around 1500. The
father of Venezuela, Simon Bolivar or El Liberatador, paved the way for independence from the
Spanish as far south as Argentina. Independence was achieved in 1821 when Bolivar defeated
Spanish forces in Carabobo, and he went on to liberate Peru, Bolivia and Ecuador by 1824. This
fighting was done at great expense to the Venezuela which is estimated to have lost 25% of its
population during the liberation period. Oil was discovered in the 1920’s and Venezuela soon
became the world’s largest oil exporter. Oil revenues were used to completely repay the foreign
debt and aided the country’s economic recovery. However, the average person in Venezuela
did not benefit from oil revenues, living in poverty without adequate housing or education. The
end of dictator style governments came as a result of uprisings against the government, and
in 1947 the first democratically elected government came into power. This was short lived and
a coup overthrew the government, and removed opposition. It was not until 1958 that Perez
Jimenez was overthrown by navy and airforce officers, together with civilians, and Betancourt
was democratically elected as President. From the late 70’s the country was affected by rising
inflation, a devalued currency, bank collapses, corruption and embezzlement by President
Perez, an increase in drug trafficking and crime, and major strikes from workers demanding
higher wages. Chavez was elected in 1998 and held a successful referendum in 1999 to rewrite
the constitution. A new economic policy aimed at rebuilding the country’s economy to manage
the reliance on oil has been implemented and initial indications were positive. The beginning of
major strikes in December 2002 brought the country to a standstill, although these strikes were
over early in 2003.
Venezuela is made up of more than 20 Indian groups, representing around 1% of the population.
Within these Indian communities, more than 40 different languages are used. The majority of the
population (around 70%) are a mixture of European, Indian and African races. The remainder is
represented by whites (21%) and blacks (8%). Spanish is the official language. The population is
over 26 million, of which around 20% reside in Caracas.
climate
Being close to the equator, temperatures do not vary much through the year, and are on average
between 22‑30 degrees Celsius. When trekking in the Auyantepui region, temperatures will
fall as we gain altitude. Our trips coincide with the rainy season, which allows us to canoe the
river leading to Angel Falls. Rain patterns tend to be characterised by short heavy rainfall in the
afternoon.
a typical day
Accommodation:
In Caracas and Ciudad Bolivar we use 3 star hotels which are centrally located. During our stay
in Uruyen we are accommodated in ‘Churuatas’ which are typical Indian huts. Accommodation
throughout this itinerary is based on twin share.
Leaders:
Your main guide will meet you in Caracas and be with you for the remainder of the trip.
Trekking Routine:
We commence our trekking on Day 3 and our trekking routine is as follows: Before breakfast
you will be required to pack your gear. Your daypack/rucksack should be ready for the day’s
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trek ‑ including rainjacket, water bottles, sunglasses, hat, camera, toilet paper etc. You should
bring your daypack to breakfast that is usually ready approximately 30 minutes later. We are
usually having a cup of coffee or tea by 6.30am and breakfast at 7am. We try to be on the trail
by around 8 am and, following a good morning’s walk, we stop for lunch by noon. The afternoon
walk is generally a little shorter and camp is usually reached by around 4.30 pm. When we arrive
into camp, afternoon tea will be served and you will have an hour or so to relax before dinner is
served at approximately 6pm. As it gets dark quite early we usually are in bed by 8pm. On day
5 and 8 we reach the area of the trek where there are 8 fixed ropes, the leader and porters are
there to aid us if we need their assistance. Remember that a trek is not a race. There is plenty of
time in each day for the walk. Don’t feel any pressure to keep up with faster walkers. Try to set a
pace that you can maintain and avoid getting out of breath.
Canoeing Routine:
On day 11 and 12 we meet our boat guides for the trip to the Angel Falls. The boats are
traditional 40 ft dugout canoe’s, powered by an outboard motor. The canoe will be our means
of transport for the trip to and from the base of Angel Falls. The rivers we cruise are very wide
but also very shallow in places. There will be times when the boat guides will request us to
disembark the canoe and walk around some of the rapids.
dietary requirements
Provided we are advised in advance of your departure we are able to cater for vegetarian diets
and can assist with medically recommended diets (allergies and intolerances). Please ensure
you discuss your requirements with us well in advance (at least 1 month prior to your trip) to
determine whether we can cater to such dietary requirements on your chosen adventure. Please
note that options are likely to be limited in very remote locations or alternatives may be more
expensive or unavailable. There may be times when those with special requirements may need
to provide their own food. We are unable to guarantee a peanut‑free or allergen‑free trip, and
therefore, we strongly encourage that travellers with life‑threatening or severe allergies take
all necessary medical precautions to prepare for the possibility of exposure. Passengers must
travel with all necessary medications for food allergies and be capable of self‑administering
these medications.
equipment provided
The group equipment provided on this trip are two person A frame tents and hammocks with
mosquito flies. The tents are used whilst trekking from Uruyen to Auyan Tepui return. You will
sleep in the hammocks on the river portion of the trip. The Hammocks are very comfortable and
clients are pleasantly surprised as to how well they sleep.
what you carry
In your daypack you will need to carry extra warm clothing (depending on the altitude, location
and weather), a rainjacket, water bottle, film and camera gear, valuables and personal items
such as sunscreen, lip‑eze etc. Porters carry all group gear and your trek pack.
equipment required
Specialist gear required include walking boots and day pack (a comprehensive gear list is
provided in the pre‑departure information provided on booking).
luggage
Any luggage that you will not need on the trek or rafting portion of the trip can be left in Caracas
with our operator.
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acute mountain sickness
When we ascend above 2500 meters our bodies have to acclimatise to the decreasing amount
of the oxygen available. To allow our bodies to adjust we have structured our treks so that you
ascend slowly, allowing acclimatisation to occur. However, during the acclimatisation process,
you may experience some of the following symptoms.
• Headache
• Tiredness
• Disturbed sleep
• Loss of appetite/nausea
• Shortness of breath
• Cough
• Palpitation
• Swelling of the hands and face
Individuals acclimatise at different rates. Your best strategy is to take your time and drink plenty
of water. These symptoms may not indicate the onset of A.M.S. and if you experience them it
does not necessarily mean that you should not continue. All our group leaders have extensive
first aid training and we urge you to communicate with the group leader at all times should you
believe you have any symptoms in order that we can effectively monitor your symptoms. The
only cure for Acute Mountain Sickness is to descend.
Please note that your group leader has ultimate responsibility and may ask you to descend if
symptoms persist.
vehicles & safety
During the course of your trip, we will use a variety of vehicles, all of which are fit for purpose
and the conditions encountered. It should be noted that laws governing transportation safety
may differ from those in your home country and on occasion some vehicles may not have
seat belts fitted. While game viewing within a national park could be one example, public bus
transfers or specialised transport such as ‘tuk‑tuk’s’ could be another. Where seat belts are not
provided we strongly recommend that you hold tight to a fixed part of the vehicle at all times.
what’s not included
Sleeping bag and mat
Meals not mentioned in itinerary
Tips
Optional excursions
Personal expenses such as beverages, cost of laundry and phone calls
International flights and taxes
Travel Insurance
Visas
Medical treatment
Excess baggage costs
info nights
World Expeditions invites you to attend our inspiring adventure travel information nights. These
special evenings are designed to inform and entertain and are hosted by our most experienced
and passionate adventure travellers and mountaineers. Ask our staff for a info night schedule or
register on our website ‑ www.worldexpeditions.com. Shows can fill early so it is important to
register your attendance so we know to save a seat, or two!
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private groups
The adventures featured in our brochures, and on our website, are just a starting point for
many of our private group travellers. Working closely with our Groups Department we can
organise custom designed itineraries for groups of friends, clubs, charity’s, schools or even
work colleagues. Our team will assist you with all aspects of your private group adventure from
itinerary design to group flights. Contact our team today.
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trip availability
If this trip seems right for you then we encourage you to call us now to check availability. There
are many reasons why you may not be able to join your desired departure and limited space
on our small group departures is just one of them. Many of our adventures require us to secure
services on your behalf; such as trekking permits, train travel and visa invitation letters. The
demand is increasing each year making it difficult to join a trip last minute. To ensure we can
assist you onto your adventure of a lifetime we ask that you check your trip availability with our
team at your earliest convenience.
how to book
To book a World Expeditions trip, you will need to complete a booking form and pay a non
refundable deposit which you can do by using our online booking function for most trips, or
if you prefer, download a booking form from the website and return to us by fax, or mail your
booking form and deposit to your nearest World Expeditions office or travel agent. We can also
help you with any additional arrangements that you require, such as competitive airfares to get
you to your destination, stopovers, pre or post trip accommodation or any additional tours that
you wish to take in conjunction with the main World Expeditions trip.
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