FAMILY NEPAL ADVENTURE HOLIDAY

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1 Activities and Culture: Kathmandu, Pokhara, Chitwan and rural life with the family Cook like a local in Kathmandu on this family adventure holiday to Nepal See sacred cows on the street and watch a sunset from the Monkey Temple Grab your binoculars to search for tigers and rhino in Chitwan National Park Smile when rafting on the Seti River in Pokhara, Nepal HOLIDAY CODE FNA Nepal, Family, Multi-Activity, 13 Days 2 nights hotel, 1 night camping, 9 nights hotel with swimming pool, 12 breakfasts, 11 lunches, 12 dinners, max group size: 16, rafting / wildlife / boat trip / sightseeing / fun activities, max altitude 1592m VIEW DATES, PRICES & BOOK YOUR HOLIDAY HERE

2 PAGE 2 Introduction This family adventure holiday to Nepal is designed to immerse you and your family in this stunning country with its beautiful, humble and generous people. Each day is full of adventure, starting with exploring some cultural in Kathmandu visiting the famous Pashupatinath Hindu Temple and Buddhist Stupa of Boudhanath. We see the mighty Himalayan Mountains of the Annapurnas from Pokhara. Situated on the picturesque Phewa Lake shores, Pokhara, gives us an opportunity to enjoy a boat ride, cycle along rural country tracks and do an easy rafting overnight trip on the Seti River. Our adventure in Nepal continues in Chitwan National Park were we look for rhino and tigers, and do some canoeing, watching for water birds and skulking crocs. Leaving Chitwan we have a couple of nights in a peaceful hotel in the hills around Kurintar to enjoy a walk to a local Chepang community and an exhilarating cable car ride to the Manakamana Temple. Returning to Kathmandu we have time for a local cooking session and some all-important souvenir shopping. This family holiday is a true cultural submersion into this awesome country, one which is classically known for its trekking.there is no trekking and just the 1 night camping (all kit included) in this itinerary and we believe we are show casing the some of the best of the country in this two-week itinerary for you and your family. Is this holiday for you? Suitable for children aged 6yrs + This itinerary is designed for all families to enjoy the beautiful country of Nepal. There is no worrying altitude involved (nothing above 1600m). We need to have a sense of fun, adventure and open mind to enjoy the country and the holiday. There are some long drives, the longest from Kathmandu to Pokhara which is usually approximately 6 hours. Our overnight rafting adventure is pitched at beginners, but it is essential that everyone who participates can swim unaided for 25m. There are no height or age restrictions for the rafting. We have 1 night camping on the beach by the river. All equipment is provided including sleeping bags. We have a few half-day walks, some which involve walking uphill for 30mins to an hour on maintained paths or man-made surfaces. Cycling is optional but if you want to join in then the routes are away from the main roads. All bikes and cycle helmets are provided. Our hotel accommodation has swimming pools where possible and gardens for everyone to relax in away from the bustle of Nepali life. Holiday Itinerary Day 1: Arrive Kathmandu. Watch the sunset at Swayambhunath and enjoy a traditional dinner. Meet at the group hotel in Kathmandu. Transfers from Kathmandu Airport are provided for all flights today. Depending on arrival times you will be able to have a swim in the hotel pool, a rest and freshen up. We meet our guide and drive to the Swayambhunath Stupa (Monkey Temple). This is one of the oldest stupas in Nepal and is now an important centre for Buddhism plus a fantastic place for your little monkeys to photograph the many cheeky monkeys that call it home! Located on a small hillock it gives us great views of our first Nepali sunset over the Kathmandu Valley. Adorned with prayer flags and painted gold it is beautiful and peaceful. We then have dinner at a traditional local restaurant where they serve classic Nepali food. The renovated building, once the residence of the caste of royal priests, is beautiful, and during dinner we are entertained by smiling dancers in their traditional finery. It's a great start and introduction to our holiday in Nepal. MEALS D

3 PAGE 3 Day 2: Morning Hinduism and Buddhism tour of Kathmandu. Afternoon free. This morning we learn about the two main religions of Nepal: Hinduism and Buddhism. We visit the two most important heritage sites of Kathmandu, the Pashupatinath Temple, which is famous amongst Hindus and the Boudhanath stupa, famous amongst Buddhists. Boudhanath is incredibly beautiful and a bustling place for local families who come to visit the biggest Buddhist stupa in the world. It is a very interesting morning (even the children will enjoy it) and gives us a deeper understanding about the people of Nepal. This afternoon we have a briefing about the trip ahead of us, as well as some free time when we can relax in the peaceful gardens of our hotel or visit Thamel with its colourful shops and excellent bakeries. This is a relaxed day, just what we need after the journey here. Day 3: Transfer from Kathmandu to Pokhara. Afternoon free exploring. We leave Kathmandu today by boarding our early morning flight to the activity capital of Nepal - the fun city of Pokhara. Located on the shores of the picturesque Lake Phewa and surrounded by the dramatic backdrop of the Annapurnas, Pokhara has a lot going for it. Our hotel is well located and has a swimming pool that we can use if the weather if not too cool! We have the afternoon free to explore Pokhara on our own. There are many cafés serving juices and smoothies, and we can walk along the shores of the lake soaking in the atmosphere watching the people in their colourful boats. We can sample some of the local sweet treats, such as Jalebi: pancake batter shaped like a large pretzel, soaked in batter and deep-fried the children will love it and after-all you are on holiday! As in Kathmandu, we need to watch out for the sacred cows which peacefully roam the streets - an interesting sight for parents and children alike! We can visit the old bazaar which is a colourful gathering of ethnically diverse traders, selling spices, crafts and everyday items. This interesting place feels like real Nepalese life, far away from the tourist crowds of the lake shores. We return to the hotel for dinner. Day 4: Boat across Phewa Lake, walk to the World Peace Stupa. We start on the water this morning, which will please most children, as we take a boat ride across the lake to the pretty forested slopes on the other side. We then walk for about 1 hr uphill along a well-marked path through the trees, to the World Peace Pagoda or Stupa. It is painted brilliant white and sits overlooking the snow-capped Annapurna Mountain Range which reflects in the lake below - it's very magnificent and peaceful. We will learn a lot from our guide about the peace stupas and their significance. There are some cafés at the top and we can have a coffee or a soft drink before eating our lunch. The descent back to the boats is quick, especially for children who have a tendency to run a lot. If we have time we will stop on the island in the lake to visit the little Barahi Temple. We return to Pokhara and then we have the rest of the afternoon free for a swim before dinner. Day 5: Free day in Pokhara. Optional sunrise trip, cycling tour or Tibetan Refugee Camp. We have a full free day in Pokhara for you to choose your own activities. For something really special we could arrange a pre-dawn trip to Sarangkot to see the magnificent sunrise over the snowy peaks of Machhapuchhre (Fish Tail), Dhaulagiri and Annapurna. After breakfast we can visit the Devil's waterfalls and the sacred Gupteswar

4 PAGE 4 Gupha caves with its underground passages and rooms, or we can visit the Tibetan Refugee Camp where they sell lots of trinkets. The International Mountain Museum is also of interest and from its location we can actually see three, 8000m peaks; Dhaulagiri, Annapurna and Manaslu. A great activity for all the family, and one we recommend is a cycling trip of the area. We can arrange a trip for you with a guide, quality bikes, spares support and a picnic lunch. You cycle along the quite roads outside Pokhara and the lake shore. It is a special day, and lovely way to get some exercise and possibly tire out energetic children! Whatever you decide to do our guide will help make arrangements and we'll have a super day. Day 6: Overnight rafting adventure on the Seti River. Today we set off on a real adventure for all the family, with rafting and an overnight on a sandy river beach. It is suitable for all the family (I - II grade white-water) and sure to put smiles on everyone's face. We repack our main bags so that we just take some overnight clothes with us (sleeping bags and all camping equipment provided), and after a transfer to the river at Damauli Bridge (1-2hrs), we spend some time with our specialist guides getting geared up and having safety briefings - and then we are off navigating down the river over the rapids and channels. The river runs slowly and we quietly paddle past rural villages, terraced slopes and forest. We stop for our picnic lunch on the beach before continuing on. The white water is exciting and gets the adrenalin going. This day is suitable for beginner rafters who will find it very enjoyable. We arrive at the beautiful beach in the mid afternoon, unpack our rafts and enjoy a hot chocolate and snack. We have some time to sort our things out and relax before our rafting team cooks dinner. If conditions allow we have a campfire and tell stories under the stars. We tuck up into our sleeping bags and fall asleep with the sound of the river nearby. CAMPING Day 7: Chitwan National Park. We have a relaxed breakfast on the beach before we pack up our rafts and set off again. We continue along the river with some more rapids, of II class and maybe the odd III class rapid, depending on the river levels (2-3hrs rafting). We arrive at our take out point and have lunch. Here we say goodbye to the rafts and the team and climb on board our vehicle and drive the now, short distance of maybe 1 hour to Chitwan National Park. This park will be one of the highlights of our family holiday in Nepal. The scenery is interesting, and we get a good impression of rural Nepali life as we travel. Nepal's first National Park, Chitwan, is a special place because it is one of the last areas of 'Terai' subtropical lowland ecosystems. There is an array of wildlife and birds, and if we are lucky we'll see the famous rhino and one of the few remaining Bengal tigers. Our hotel is located just at the park gates and is a great spot with gardens and a roof terrace overlooking the park. HOTEL Day 8: Chitwan National Park - Jungle Day; Tharu village walks and canoeing. Today we venture out to look for the one-horned rhino and tiger. Also in the park we might see leopard and numerous different bird species. It is a beautiful place. We have a jeep tour into the park to see the wildlife, a jungle walk with our of the park specialist guides and depending on water levels we can canoe along the Rapti River. These are tradition wooden dug-out canoes which are paddled for us by experts. Floating along the river is a lovely way to see the area, soak up the atmosphere, and see many of the water birds and skulking crocs!

5 PAGE 5 HOTEL Day 9: Morning in Chitwan. Drive to Kurintar, walk to hotel through Chepang Village. After breakfast we will visit a model Tharu village where there is a museum of Tharu culture and where we can see traditional handicrafts being made. We may also have a chance see where they make the poopoo paper from the elephant dung! We then transfer to Kurintar about 3 hrs away. At the road head we have to walk for 20 mins (our baggage is taken for us) though a village and over a suspension bridge to our next hotel - which is a real gem in Nepal. Located in the tree clad hills above the mighty Trisuli River we can watch the scenery from the beautiful gardens or the terrace sipping a cool drink. There is a swimming pool for the children to expend some energy in and the accommodation is in individual bungalows. This is the perfect setting to have some downtime during the holiday. We have 2 nights here, so can even do some of that laundry if the children have got all the clothes dirty by this stage! We have a delicious meal in the restaurant which prides itself on using locally sourced organic produce. Day 10: Morning walk to the waterfalls. Cable car ride to the Manakamana Temple. A relaxed start to the day after many busy days is what we need, and have! We then walk directly from the hotel to explore the surroundings. In the hills we will see Chepang and Magar villages. These indigenous communities are interesting as they can have a different language and strong cultural traditions. We carry along through a small gorge to crystal clear pools of a pretty waterfall. This afternoon we can go to see the Manakamana Temple which is now easy to access with its new cable car imported from Austria!. It's a steep 15 min journey in the cable car, with outstanding views, to the top. We spend some time looking around the temple with its colourful adornments and attractive painted wooden structures. We return down with the cable car and return to our hotel for the evening and to relax. Day 11: Return to Kathmandu. No rush again this morning, and we can enjoy this special place with some reading in the gardens, or a walk before returning over the suspension bridge to the road head and our waiting vehicle. Our final journey back to Kathmandu takes approximately 3 hours. We are now familiar with our surroundings and after our experiences it will seem like an age since we left our hotel in Kathmandu at the beginning of the holiday. Day 12: Cook like a local, explore Kathmandu. This morning our specialist guide takes us to the bazaar in Kathmandu to source some fresh ingredients for our cooking class. After this colourful excitement we set about learning to cook a classic Nepali dish such as Momo, Dal Bhat or Allo Paratha. Delicious! Which is exactly what we say when we eat it for lunch. This afternoon we have free time. We can explore the Thamel district with its endless streets selling millions of souvenirs that you can take home for friends and families. Maybe some pray flags, a singing bowl, wooden masks, a beautiful Thangka painting or some woollen knitted gloves, hats or blankets - to mention just a few items, essentially there is plenty to choose

6 PAGE 6 from. This evening we have a celebratory dinner with our fellow travellers to mark the last night of our fabulous adventure in Nepal. Day 13: Departure Day. Depending on our flight times today we might have time to enjoy the hotel gardens and pool, or discover some more of Kathmandu. Airport transfers are included for all flights on this day. MEALS B Holiday Information What's Included A professional and qualified tour leader Airport transfers for all flights on Day 1 and Day 13 All accommodation as described All meals All activities/excursions mentioned except where specified as 'optional' What's Not Included Travel insurance Visas Any additional activities/excursions indicated as optional Tips for guides and staff Miscellaneous personal expenditure - drinks and souvenirs etc. Meal Plan All meals are included from dinner on Day 1 to breakfast on Day 13. Food We have our meals at a mix of restaurants and the hotels that we stay at. There is a very wide variety of from to choose from serving both traditional and international dishes. It is usually possible to order all those food that children will eat without fuss pizzas, burgers, steak and chips, apple pie, chocolate cake etc. For those who wish to try the local food you will find a large selection including the traditional dal bhat which is steamed rice and lentil full of lovely spices and flavours (not usually hot spicy). The Nepalese love momos which are a type of dumpling often filled with meat or vegetables and again full of flavour, and they are delicious too! Samosas are also popular and can be found in many shapes, flavours and freshly cooked. Also, Nepal is a nation full of sweet-treat lovers. You will see many bakeries selling lots of little bite size chocolate or lemon cakes. A favour is pancakes with lemon and sugar always a hit with the children as well. Nimki are fried puff pastry Nepali rice crackers, and great as a little sweet snack.

7 PAGE 7 It is not recommended to drink untreated water from the taps. You should take purification tablets or a filter bottle (such as a Water-To-Go bottle) to treat your water. We do not encourage the purchasing of single use plastic bottles. Joining Arrangements & Transfers Airport transfers are provided for all clients arriving on Day 1 and departing on the last day of the Land Only itinerary. If you are arriving a day earlier or departing later we can provide private transfers at an additional cost. Hotel contact details and an emergency number will be provided with your booking confirmation. Accommodation In Kathmandu we have 4 nights (2 at the start, and 2 at the end) in a well located hotel with peaceful gardens and swimming pool. In Pokhara we have 3 nights in a hotel with swimming pool and bar. The swimming pools can sometimes be a little too cold to enjoy fully from October to March. Our 1 night camping is on the beach next to the river during our mini rafting adventure. All our camping equipment is provided including sleeping bags (we should take a sheet sleeping bag along), and it's a great experience. A nice clean toilet tent is provided. In Chitwan our 2 nights are in a small simple hotel, which has the great location right next to the park gates, and has a roof terrace with views into the park. The hotel for 2 nights in Kurintar is lovely with gardens, a swimming pool and great views of the surrounding hills and river. Our hotels are chosen to have simple and clean rooms in a friendly environment with some space for you as a family to relax in. As a general rule in the hotels, children of 11yrs and under will share with parents in a triple for a family of 3 or a double with 2 extra beds for a family of 4. Children over 12yrs will share with parents in a triple for a family of 3, or have 2 rooms for a family of 4. We will do everything to ensure that you are happy with your rooming allocation. If you are planning on extending your holiday additional nights at the group hotel are available on request. Group Leader & Support Staff The group will be led by a professional and qualified tour leader. Altitude This holiday does not involve any significant ascent to altitude and we would not expect any altitude issues with this trip. Spending Money Approximately (or equivalent in US dollars or Euros) per family of four should be allowed for tips, soft drinks, snacks and miscellaneous expenses. Alcoholic drinks, souvenirs and optional activities are additional so you may wish to budget for these. It is not necessary to purchase local currency (Nepalese rupees) outside the country. You can choose to take your money in pounds sterling, dollars or euros. There will be the opportunity to change money into local currency on arrival at the airport and your local leader will advise the best places to change money en-route. Rates are sometimes better in Thamel in Kathmandu than the airport and your guide will show you were. Additionally, you

8 PAGE 8 will be able to get currency from bank ATMs in Kathmandu and Pokhara. Credit cards are useful and it is a good idea to carry one in case of emergency. OPTIONAL ACTIVITY COSTS: Please note that these prices are correct at time of writing, but are subject to change without warning. All prices are in USD. Optional activities taken outside the KE holiday are at your own risk. Cycling in Pokhara, with guide and good bike: USD $65 per day per person Boating on Lake Phewa: Approximately $8 per person Sunrise trip to Sarangkot: Approximately $35 per person Excursion to Devils waterfalls & Gupteswar Caves: Approximately $65 per person Excursion to Tibetean Refuge Camp: Approximately $65 per person You do not need to pre-book any of these activities before arrival in Nepal. When in Nepal you can discuss the options with your guide and then book them. Guidance On Tipping Tipping is the accepted way of saying thank you for good service. Tips do not form part of the wages of your guides, porters and trek crew but they are very much appreciated. It is important to remember that tipping is voluntary and should be dependent on good service. As a guide, we recommend the contribution to these tips is (in rupees) per family member. This should be split proportionally between your tour leader, driver and the local specialist guides. Beat The Jet Lag Our holidays are normally designed with minimal 'down time' at the start of the trip, but having a day or two at the beginning will have the additional benefit of allowing you time to get over the stress of a long journey or travelling across time zones, leaving you refreshed and ready for your holiday. We can easily arrange for you to have additional nights and airport transfers. Free KE Gift We would like to give you a free gift as a way to say thank you when you book your holiday. Choose from exclusive KE branded t-shirts, caps, neckwarmers, trek bags* and more. Alternatively you can choose to make a 10 donation to the Juniper Trust Charity. You can make your selection in your MyKE account after booking. You will need to select your free gift at least 6 weeks before you depart and all items will be posted out at 5 weeks prior to departure. For all late bookings, we will endeavour to send your FREE gift to you before you travel, however this cannot always be guaranteed. Please visit our Free KE Gifts page for more details of all our KE Branded goodies on offer. * A trek bag is one of the free gift options available for this holiday. Delivery outside of the UK will be charged. Baggage Allowance For this holiday you should take one piece of luggage, which should be a soft bag such as the KE kit bag, and a daypack. For our overnight on our rafting adventure we will just take our belongings for the night and these will be packed in a dry bag which is provided. For international flights please check your baggage allowance with your airline.

9 PAGE 9 Group Size & Holiday Status For each holiday there is a minimum number of participants required to enable it to go ahead. Once the minimum number is reached, the trip status will change from 'Available' to 'Guaranteed to run'. You can check the trip status for each departure in Dates and Prices table. Other than in exceptional circumstances, we will not cancel a trip once it has achieved this guaranteed to run status and so you are free to proceed with your international flight booking and other travel arrangements. Recommended Outdoor Retailers Many of the Equipment items listed above are available from Cotswold Outdoor - our 'Official Recommended Outdoor Retailer'. When you book a holiday with KE you will receive 15% discount voucher from Cotswold Outdoor and other retailers. >> Find out more General Information Passport & Visas A passport with 6 months remaining validity at the end of your stay is generally required for visits to countries outside the EU. The information that we provide is for UK passport holders. Please check the relevant embassy or consulate for other nationalities. It is your responsibility to ensure that you have the correct travel documents and visas for your holiday. Visa requirements and charges are subject to change without notice. If you are travelling outside the EU you should have at least 2 blank pages in your passport for each country that you visit. Visa Nepal All nationalities require a visa and this can be obtained on arrival at Kathmandu Airport.The visa process is automated and this includes having your photograph taken. The visa fee is $25 for 15 days, $40 for 30 days, $100 for 90 days. The visa is FREE for children under 10 years. The visa allows multiple re-entry. Payment must be made in cash and USD, GBP or Euros are accepted. Whilst these are not now needed for the visa process, we recommend that you travel with at least 2 spare passport photographs. Transit Via India If you are travelling via India (Delhi or Calcutta) to your destination you may also require a visa for India. This may apply even if you are not leaving the airport unless your baggage has been checked all the way through to your destination. Generally, if you use the same carrier for both legs of your journey, you will not need an India Visa. Please download the detailed information document: Visa PDF India. Health & Vaccinations You should contact your doctor or travel clinic to check whether you require any specific vaccinations or other preventive measures. You should be up to date with routine courses and boosters as recommended in the UK e.g. diphtheria-tetanus-polio and measles-mumps-rubella, along with hepatitis A and typhoid. Malarial prophylaxis is not usually required for trips in the mountains, however if you are visiting rural and remote low lying areas then they might be necessary. On holidays to more remote areas you should also have a dentist check up. A good online resource is Travel Health Pro.

10 PAGE 10 Currency The unit of currency in Nepal is the Nepalese Rupee. Electricity Supply & Plug We recommend you check if you require an adaptor for your electrical items at: Preparing For Your Holiday Getting some additional exercise before coming on an active holiday makes a lot of sense. The fitter you are, after all, the more enjoyable you will find the experience. Climate The best time to visit Nepal is from late September through to early May, outside of the Summer monsoon. At the timings of this holiday you will encounter daytime highs of around 25ºC (a few degrees higher in early October and late April trips). At night temperatures will drop and evenings can be chilly, especially from December to February. For the rhododendron blooms, March to early May is the best time. Extended periods of rain or are very unlikely outside of the monsoon period but short-lived storms can and do occur. Travel Aware As a reputable tour operator, KE supports the British Foreign & Commonwealth Offices' Travel Aware campaign to enable British citizens to prepare for their journeys overseas. The 'Travel Aware' website provides a single, authoritative source of advice for all kinds of travellers and we recommend that prior to travel, all KE clients visit the official UK Government website at travelaware.campaign.gov.uk and read the FCO Travel Advice for their chosen destination. North Americans can also check out the U.S. Department of State website: for essential travel advice and tips. KE treat the safety and security of all clients as the most important aspect of any trip we organise. We would not run any trip that we did not consider reasonably safe. Should the FCO advise against travel for any reason, we will contact everyone booked to travel to discuss the situation. We receive regular updates direct from the FCO and are in constant touch with our contacts on the ground. If you have any questions about government travel advice, please call our office. Single Use Plastic KE do not encourage the use of single use plastic items. We are ensuring that our agents all over the world are working together to reduce the problem and educate those around them. We are leading by example in our KE office by reducing our plastic use. We have pledged to AITO s Project Protect that 70% of our agents stop using single use plastic bottles. Flight Information Flight Inclusive Or Land Only? On our website we display a UK Flight inclusive package price and Land only package price for the majority of our holidays.

11 PAGE 11 Flight Inclusive Notes The FLIGHT INCLUSIVE dates and prices are based on UK flights from London to Kathmandu. Outbound flights will depart from the UK in the evening, arriving mid-afternoon of the following day (Day 1 of the Land Only itinerary). Return flights will depart in the afternoon or evening of the last day of the itinerary, arriving in the UK the following morning. There are many options and airlines that fly into Kathmandu, so certain departures dates may have slightly different flight arrival and departure times. Regional departures and/or alternative carriers are available on request. To avoid paying more for your flight, we recommend that you book as early as possible, especially during peak times as there are only a limited number of seats available at the advertised price. If we are unable to secure seats at the price shown, or you have requested regional departures, we will contact you with an alternative quote. We are also able to quote for premium, business and first class seats. Please be aware that you may be asked to pay for your flights in advance of your final holiday balance. Remember if you book a package including flights with KE you will benefit from full financial protection. Land Only Notes The LAND ONLY dates and prices are for the itinerary joining in Kathmandu, Nepal. For clients making their own flight arrangements, Kathmandu International Airport is the most convenient for transfers to the group hotel. Please refer to the 'Joining arrangements & transfers' for further details. Flights SHOULD NOT be booked until you have received your booking confirmation and the departure is showing 'Guaranteed to Run' or 'Limited'. Why Choose KE Adventure Travel? Why Choose KE Adventure Travel? Operating since 1984, KE Adventure Travel has some of the most experienced staff in the business, with the proven ability to set up and operate a worldwide programme of adventures. Everyone has adventure travel at heart and joins at least one trip a year. It is this depth of experience that makes KE stand out from other adventure travel operators. When you contact KE, by phone or , or visit our office, you will find the help and advice you need, from someone who has actually done the trip and can give you the benefit of their first-hand experience. KE can guarantee the very best in trip support, excellent food, a good standard of hotel and other accommodation, plus the back up of one of the most respected companies in the business. Client satisfaction is at the top of our agenda and almost 50% of our bookings each year come from repeat business. If you are looking for adventure then look no further than KE. We hope that this trip notes has answered most of your questions. Please feel free to contact us and speak to one of our experts.

12 PAGE 12 Equipment List Please try to keep the weight of your baggage to a minimum. See the baggage allowance section for further details. You Should Bring The Following Items: Sturdy shoes Trainers / sandals (teva style for rafting) Underwear & socks Lightweight trousers Waterproof jacket and overtrousers Warm jacket (lightweight down) Fleece jacket or warm jumper Thermal baselayer leggings & top T-shirt, top and/or casual shirt Warm gloves Warm hat Sunhat Sunglasses Sun protection (including for lips) Water bottles 1 Litre (we encourage re-filling water bottles rather than single use plastic) Water purification tablets Headtorch and spare batteries Washbag and toiletries Daypack litres (depending on how much of the children s stuff you want to carry) Antibacterial handwash Basic First Aid Kit including: painkillers, antiseptic cream/spray, throat lozenges, plasters and blister treatment, insect repellent, and re-hydration salts (Dioralite) and diarrhoea treatment (Imodium) The Following Items Are Optional: Shorts Binoculars Camera Sleeping bag liner (sleeping bags are provided) Pen-knife (remember to put all sharp objects in hold baggage) Reusable cloth bag for shopping (to avoid plastic bags) Please note: This document was downloaded on 22 Sep 2018, and the trip is subject to change.