HIDDEN TRAILS OF FUERTEVENTURA

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1 A lovely centre-based walking holiday on the colourful island of Fuerteventura a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve in the Canary Islands. HOLIDAY CODE HTF Hike the Camino Real from Lajares to Corralejo via the Calderón of Hondo Explore Betancuria the former capital and walk through the Betancuria mountains Enjoy coastal walks with views of the Atlantic and take a boat to the isle of Lobos All meals and centre-based in charming accommodation with a swimming pool Spain, Canary Islands, Trek & Walk, 8 Days 7 nights hotel with swimming pool, 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 7 dinners, max group size: 14, 6 days walking, max. altitude metres VIEW DATES, PRICES & BOOK YOUR HOLIDAY HERE

2 PAGE 2 Introduction Lying off the coast of Africa, the colourful island of Fuerteventura is little known to walkers, which is what makes it so special. Covered by a wonderful kaleidoscope of landscapes and footpaths, Fuerteventura is an excellent destination for a Canary Islands walking holiday. The island is home to vibrant hiking trails, year round sunshine, a stunning coastline, national parks, endless sandy beaches, pretty white-washed towns and a stunning volcanic landscape. Declared a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve in 2009 due to an abundance of endemic flora and fauna, on this centre-based walking holiday you ll stay in beautiful accommodation set around a pool surrounded by charming terraces and a relaxing Canarian garden. Each day we ll discover Fuerteventura on foot by following a rich variety of trails through the Betancuria Mountain Range, the Jandia Nature Reserve and the breath-taking sweeping dunes of Aguas Verdes. We ll take a boat trip to the tiny island of Lobos situated between Lanzarote and Fuerteventura, stroll past the salt fields of Salinas del Carmen, hike along endless sandy beaches, discover a Saharan-style desert landscape and walk up to the spectacular volcanic knives of the island. Alongside staying in premium accommodation you'll discover a surprising side to Fuerteventura by walking the very best trails on the island. Looking For A Two Week Canary Islands Holiday? For a complete Canary Islands experience, why not combine our Hidden Trails of Fuerteventura holiday with our one week Lanzarote - The Island of Eternal Spring. Our dates work back to back and with frequent ferry crossings between Playa Blanca on Lanzarote and Corralejo on Fuerteventura it really couldn't be simpler! Is this holiday for you? This relaxing holiday is centre-based with a mixture of easy day walks and sightseeing. During the week we walk on a wide variety of terrain which includes well defined footpaths, tracks of gravel, volcanic scree (lapilli), volcanic ash and small roads. There are minor sections of the trail with stony slopes, but these are mainly when ascending and descending. Each walk will be from 3 4 hours allowing plenty of time for sightseeing and photography along the way. On top of this, each day is optional and you can choose to walk or have a day off hiking. Adding to the relaxation factor is our choice of accommodation. Whilst there is sufficient walking on each day to satisfy weekend hikers, it is intended that this should be a walking holiday led at a relaxing pace. Evenings will be spent enjoying dinner either at the hotel or in the town and of course, sampling local wines. Holiday Itinerary Day 1: Meet at the group accommodation in La Oliva. After arriving at Feurtuventura Airport you'll take a taxi to the group accommodation which is a short 25min ride away and costs approximately 30 euros. Our relaxing hotel and villa style accommodation for the week with communal pool and relaxed surroundings, is the perfect place to unwind after a day of walking. It's a 15 min walk to the small town of La Oliva and depending on your arrival time you may wish to have a swim in the pool, relax on the terrace or have a stroll. La Oliva is a compact town and was once the political centre of Feurteventura. It houses a pretty little church with a square bell tower that is visible for miles around. The town's main attraction is the Casa de los Coroneles - the house of colonels (entrance 3 euro) which has been restored and houses photographs showing the house in its heyday. The town has an interesting art centre and quaint grain museum (Tuesday to Saturday ) which tells the story of the "cillas" or grains store and their history on the island. If you are arriving in the middle of the afternoon remember that Fuerteventura follows the 'siesta' hours of

3 PAGE 3 Spain so you may have the town all to yourself! After settling in, we'll meet up for dinner and our leader will brief about the week ahead. MEALS D Day 2: Discover the west coast whilst walking from Aguas Verdes to Los Molinos. This morning after breakfast we'll transfer (30mins) to Aguas Verdes on the dramatic west coast of the island. On arrival and before we start walking we'll keep an eye out for local squirrels that live in the nearby habitat! Today's walk is a great introduction to the contrasts of Fuerteventura and shows how easy it is to get away from the main towns and resorts. Our walk follows a sandy trail which is soft underfoot and runs almost parallel to the Atlantic Ocean. The trail takes us through a desert like landscape whilst all the time we have sweeping views of the ocean. The rich colours of the landscape (sandstone, limestone and black basaltic lava) are an amazing contrast to the Atlantic Ocean and we end our walk in the small settlement of Puertito de Los Molinos. This tiny fishing village feels like the end of the world and is home to a small number of fisherman's cottages, a few simple restaurants and some resident ducks due to the freshwater stream that flows into the Atlantic Ocean. There will be time for refreshments and a dip before we transfer (30mins) back to our accommodation. ASCENT 170M DISTANCE 10KM MEALS BLD DESCENT 160M TIME 4 HOURS WALKING HOURS Day 3: Explore Betancuria, the former capital and hike through the Betancuria Mountain Range. Today we start by transferring (40mins) to the former capital of Betancuria situated in a picturesque valley. Located inland, Betancuria was built in its present location to avoid pirate attacks and did so successfully until 1593, when the town and church were reduced to rubble. The church is now fully restored and we'll get the chance to visit the church before heading to the village of Vega de Río Palma where we start walking. The path we follow is good underfoot and we'll gradually make our way up into the Parque Rural de Betancuria. This lush area is known as the Betancuria Mountain Range and it does an excellent job of protecting the villages in central Fuerteventura. For approximately an hour we hike along a trail that follows the south-eastern crest of the island and are rewarded with beautiful views over the central part of Fuerteventura. The final part of our walk sees us descend towards through the Barranco (Valley) del Malpaso to the reservoir of Vega de Rio Palma. We end our descent at the hermitage of Virgen de la Peña, the patron saint of Mijas. The shrine was excavated into the surrounding rocks by monks during the 17th Century and we'll have the chance to explore before we finish the day in the village of Pajara. After a stop for refreshments in the village we'll transfer (60mins) back to our accommodation. ASCENT 350M DISTANCE 10KM MEALS BLD DESCENT 450M TIME 4 HOURS WALKING HOURS Day 4: Visit the remote and charming island of Lobos. This morning we pack our swimwear and take a short transfer (20 mins) to Corralejo located on the northern tip of the island. The town enjoys an excellent location with the the Atlantic Ocean to the north and east, dunes to the south and a desert landscape to the west. Once a tiny fishing village, Corralejo has grown in size over the years, but

4 PAGE 4 it is still home to fishermen's cottages and a bustling harbour. As we head down to the harbour we'll have views of Lobos, a brief 15 mins boat journey away. Described as a haven of peace and tranquillity, the tiny island (5 square kilometres) sits between Lanzarote and Fuerteventura and alongside being a designated nature area, it's a protected area for birds due to the rare species that migrate or live there. Lobos del mar or Sea Wolves gained its name from resident seals that used to inhabit the island many years ago. After landing, we pick up a trail which follows the coast and takes us across lava fields and beautiful white sandy beaches. With an entire coastline at just under 14km, Lobos can be walked around in a few hours and during the hike we'll head up Caldera de Lobos (127m), the highest point on the island. The trail as we ascend is rockier underfoot due to the slopes of lava scree, however the views across to Lanzarote and Fuerteventura are worth the extra effort! After descending there will be time today for a refreshing dip and we'll hopefully spot petrels, shrikes, bustards, ospreys and Caspian gulls. In the afternoon we make our way back to the mainland before transferring (20 mins) to our accommodation. ASCENT 150M DISTANCE 9KM MEALS BLD DESCENT 150M TIME 3-4 HOURS WALKING HOURS Day 5: Hike from Morro Jable to Cofete across the spine of the Jandía Peninsula. After breakfast we make our way to the south of the island and the peninsula of Jandia. Known for white sandy beaches, deep gorges, steep cliffs and a true feeling of remoteness, Jandia gives a feeling of being truly off the beaten track. We transfer (1.5 hrs) down to the south and although today's transfer is slightly longer, Jandia contains one of the largest natural reserves on the island so is well worth the longer drive. In the past, the wild area of Jandia was cut off from the rest of the island by the sea, however the two sections are now connected by sand which has created some of the best beaches in the world. We start walking near Morro Jable and follow footpaths which are excellent underfoot for the majority of the walk. Occasionally we'll encounter small sections which are slightly rockier underfoot, but not too difficult. After leaving the south coast we walk through a wide range of landscapes, including a footpath which cuts through the dramatic and wild central mountain range of the Jandia Peninsula. As we approach the north coast we'll start descending until we reach the beach at Cofete. On reaching Cofete we'll have time to explore the mysterious Winter House. Built in 1937 by Gustav Winter, the impressive villa with its arches and round tower now stands empty on a remote spot. Rumour has it that during WWII the villa was a clinic for plastic surgeons, with Hitler and Eva Braun being patients before fleeing to Argentina. Whatever the villa's story we'll end the day in Cofete before driving (2.5 hrs) back to our accommodation. ASCENT 300M DISTANCE 10KM MEALS BLD DESCENT 360M TIME 3-4 HOURS WALKING HOURS Day 6: Discover the east coast walking from Pozo Negro to the salt fields of Carmen. We start today by driving (45mins) to Pozo Negro located on the east coast and in the middle of an arid landscape. Pozo Negoro sits at the end of a small tarmaced road and is nothing more than a small cluster of houses facing the sea which gives a real feeling of remoteness. To our right we'll see dramatic high cliffs which fall directly into the Atlantic Ocean, however the main focus of today's walk are the impressive Los Cuchillos or "knives" which are our back drop to today's walk. An area of volcanic eruptions, this dramatic landscape in the central-east of the island may have changed slightly over the years due to erosion and climatic change but it still provides a remarkable region of sharp crests and lush steep slopes. The footpath today is good underfoot and will be dotted with plants,

5 PAGE 5 such as Euphorbias and Succulents which make the best out of these hard conditions. Euphorbias are more often known as spurge and sometimes mistaken for cacti, however their sap contains latex and is sticky whilst cacti do not. Succulents are water storage plants and survive in this arid landscape due to their amazing ability at surviving through extended periods of drought. We'll encounter both types today along the trail which finishes near Salinas del Carmen, the salt fields of Carmen. Apart from a few houses, the fishing town is more known for it's salt fields and museum. As our walk comes to an end, we'll have the opportunity to visit a salt farm and learn about the ancient tradition which remains unchanged and is still practised today. We end the day with a brief (40mins) transfer back to our accommodation. ASCENT 250M DISTANCE 9KM MEALS BLD DESCENT 250M TIME 3-4 HOURS WALKING HOURS Day 7: Follow the GR 131 via The Calderón of Hondo and Dunes of Corralejo. We end this walking week following sections of the GR 131, the long distance footpath that connects all seven Canary Islands and includes two of the islands' highlights, the crater of Hondo and the dunes of Corralejo. A brief transfer (15min) has us arrive in an area of volcanic cones and it was here 40,000 years ago that the last eruptions on Fuerteventura took place. Today's trail is good underfoot and mainly level with only one steep climb as we head up towards the crater. We start in the village of Lajares which has excellent examples of a molino and a molina. Fuerteventura has a lot of picturesque windmills in various states of repair and although both are windmills, molinos have their millstones on a different floor to which the flour is handled. We'll have time to photograph the windmills before we leave the village and start walking towards the caldron on a trail which snakes its way between various volcanoes. As we get closer to Vulcan Hondo our trail ascends steeply for a short time until we reach the crater. A small viewing platform means we can look down into the crater, which at 70 metres deep is one of the best examples on the island. It won't be long until curious squirrels that live amongst the crater come to say hello, hoping for a bit of our picnic! After enjoying the view we descend back down to the valley floor and continue along the GR 131 as far as Corralejo, where we sailed to Lobos from. After enjoying some refreshments we'll take a short 15min drive to the nearby magnificent dunes which we'll explore before enjoying a refreshing dip. After a great day of walking, it's a brief 30min drive back to our accommodation where after freshening up we'll meet for our final dinner and celebrate an excellent week. ASCENT 220M DISTANCE 5KM MEALS BLD DESCENT 210M TIME 2-3 HOURS WALKING HOURS Day 8: Departure day. Depending on your departure time there may be time to relax in the garden or enjoy a final swim. KE Land Only package ends after breakfast. You can arrange a taxi through the KE leader and combine with other members of the group if possible. Driving time is usually minutes and the cost is approximately Euros. MEALS B

6 PAGE 6 Holiday Information What's Included A professional and qualified tour leader All accommodation as described All meals All land transport required by the itinerary What's Not Included Travel insurance Visas (if applicable) Tips Miscellaneous personal expenditure Meal Plan All meals are included in the holiday price from dinner on day 1 to breakfast on day 8. Food The food of the island is as colourful as the landscape and prides itself on fresh produce. Breakfast is generally continental in style with bread, pastries, honey, jam, cereal, tea, coffee and it's not unusual to enjoy cheese and ham. Lunches will be picnic style, meaning we can find the perfect spot during the day to enjoy lunch on the trail whilst enjoying the views. Dinner on the Canary Islands is a social affair alongside being fresh and colourful. Fish and seafood are popular dishes as well as braised goat and beef. The famed wrinkly potatoes are absolutely delicious, especially when combined with the rather addictive mojo picon sauce. Gofio is a combination of toasted corn/wheat meal and used to thicken stews or popped into desserts! However the island prides itself on queso majorero, a local cheese from goats milk which is excellent and famously known as the best goats cheese in the whole of Spain! Salads and fresh vegetables are in abundance alongside a fantastic range of fruit. Don't forget to sample the excellent open wines, which are enjoyed by the glass or in carafes. A must try are the wonderful after dinner liquors on the island. Joining Arrangements & Transfers Due to the close proximity of the airport, wide range of flights and ease of using public transport, airport transfers are not included in the holiday price, therefore we recommend you take a taxi from Fuerteventura Airport to the accommodation. Taxis are located outside of the arrivals hall and the taxi rank is easy to find and signed. The journey from the airport to the accommodation takes minutes and costs approximately 30 Euros. Check-in is possible from 1pm and you to inform the KE office of your flight and arrival time, which we can pass onto the leader. On day 8 check-out is 11am but luggage can be stored at the accommodation and the pool can be used until your departure time. During the week the KE leader can assist you in reserving a taxi for your departure transfer which you may be able to combine with other members of the group. Travelling between Fuerteventura and Lanzarote There are frequent ferries (25 mins) between Corralejo on Fuerteventura and Playa Blanca on Lanzarote with fares starting from 14 euro each way. Ferry tickets can be booked via whilst taxis can be booked during your holiday. Travelling from La Oliva to Corralejo on Fuerteventura takes approximately 20

7 PAGE 7 minutes (taxi euro). Whilst on Lazarotoe from Costa Teguise to Playa Blanca takes approximately 40 mins in a taxi (30-35 euro) or bus line 3 takes 1.20 hrs (7 euro). Accommodation During the week we stay in fantastic accommodation on the outskirts of the small town of La Olivia. The charming hotel and villa complex is built on the ruins of a old "casa" and surrounded by a Canarian garden where you'll also find the refreshing pool. Each room is beautifully decorated in traditional style complete with wooden floors, simple furniture and large bathrooms. Depending on the group size, we may stay in the hotel rooms or in one of the light and airy villas. Each villa sleeps a maximum of 6 people in 3 rooms with 3 bathrooms, plus a living area. The hotel has a traditional restaurant where breakfast is served and a bar serving drinks which can be enjoyed on the terrace. The pool area has relaxing chairs and loungers in case you would like to have a day off walking and relax in the gardens. Group Leader & Support Staff The group will be accompanied throughout the holiday by a local English speaking tour leader. Spending Money Approximately 150 to 200 Euros should be allowed for tips, soft, drinks, snacks, wine with dinner and miscellaneous expenses. ATMs are available at the airport and you will be able to get currency from bank ATMs in places we visit. You can also choose to take your money in pounds sterling or dollars as there will be the opportunity to change money into Euros on arrival at the airport. Credit cards are useful and it is a good idea to carry one in case of emergency. Free KE Gift We give you a free gift as a way to thank all our clients who book a KE holiday. Choose from KE T-shirts, buffs, KE trek bags* (where available) plus many more. Alternatively you can choose to make a 10 donation to the Juniper Trust Charity. You can make your selection in your My KE account after booking. * A trek bag is not required for this holiday. You can however purchase a KE trek bag for Delivery outside of the UK will be charged. Baggage Allowance We ask you to restrict your baggage to one main bag and a day pack of approximately litres. The KE trek bag may not necessarily be the best option for this trip and we recommend a bag with wheels or a rucksack for this holiday. 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

8 PAGE 8 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. Electricity Supply & Plug We recommend you check if you require an adaptor for your electrical items at: Preparing For Your Holiday This is an easy walking holiday with limited ascents and descents. However the more prepared you are for a walking holiday, the more enjoyable you will find the experience. Regular walking is the best preparation whilst jogging, cycling or swimming are good for your fitness too. Climate The islands of the Canaries are a year-round holiday destination and often described as eternal spring with temperatures ranging between 16 in the winter to 25 in the summer. The islands of the Canaries are a year-round holiday destination with what is often described as eternal spring conditions with temperatures ranging between 16 in the winter to 25 in the summer. Fuerteventura has its own micro-climate with the north of the island being slightly sheltered from any weather extremes by neighbouring Lanzarote. This means the island receives less rainfall than its neighbouring islands. The name Fuerteventura translates to strong wind and although the island is known for its Atlantic breeze, the Canary Islands are also well known for it's all year round good weather. 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.

9 PAGE 9 Books Berlitz: Lanzarote and Fuerteventura Pocket Guide Canary Islands Song Robin Jones Gunn 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. Land Only Notes We sell this holiday on a Land Only basis and recommend that you book your flights to Fuerteventura Airport, which is just minutes drive from the accommodation in La Oliva. Please refer to Joining Arrangements and Transfers for further details. You SHOULD NOT book your flights until you have received your booking confirmation and the departure is showing 'Guaranteed to Run' or 'Limited'. If flying from the UK there are a number of low cost airlines to Fuerteventura. Easyjet has flights from Gatwick & Bristol. Ryanair from East Midlands, Luton, Newcastle & Glasgow. Jet 2 have flights from East Midlands, Glasgow, Leeds Bradford, Manchester & Newcastle and Thomas Cook have flights from Gatwick, Manchester and Glasgow. If you would prefer to book a 'flight inclusive package' using scheduled airlines from the UK please contact our flights department for a quote. Whilst flight prices are likely to be more expensive you will benefit from full financial protection. Why Choose KE Adventure Travel? Why Choose KE Adventure Travel? Experience KE has 34 years experience of adventure travel worldwide. All of our holidays are accompanied by an experienced leader, some of whom have worked with KE groups for many years. Many are professional guides and instructors with an unrivalled knowledge of the areas in which they work. In many parts of the world, we recruit local guides with appropriate training and experience. In addition to having the technical skills to ensure your safety, KE expects its leaders to be active members of the group. A leader should be fun to travel with and ready to share with you their enthusiasm for adventure travel and their knowledge of the area. Alongside the group leader, there will be a local support crew, which could be just a driver, or a complete team of guides, drivers, porters, muleherders and cooks. The hard work of our support crews, along with the fascinating insight they can offer into their local culture, is integral to providing you with the very best adventure travel experience. The team of KE office staff is amongst the most experienced in the business, with the proven ability to set up and operate a worldwide programme of adventures. Every one 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

10 PAGE 10 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 trek support, excellent food, a good standard of hotel and camp 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. RESPONSIBLE TOURISM AND AWARDS Responsible Tourism has always fitted naturally with KEs travel ethic. It is important to us that our clients are not the only beneficiaries of the travel experience, but that we share a two-way relationship with the areas that we visit. We make sure that our local staff are well treated and well paid, we respect indigenous cultures, take care to protect the environment and make the most of every opportunity to make a positive contribution wherever we travel. In addition to holding an AITO 5-star Sustainable Tourism rating, we are recipients of AITO s Achievement in Sustainable Tourism Award in recognition of the work carried out over the past 20 years, giving back to the communities and areas we visit. We have been awarded Highly Commended status in the Best Tour Operator category of the Virgin Holidays Responsible Tourism Awards, and were named Best Trekking Operator on Earth by National Geographic Magazine, whose criteria included commitment to responsible tourism. We continue to travel responsibly, and more information on our policy, practice, and specific projects can be found at and on the website of our partner charity the Juniper Trust: KEs Mountain Code is issued to our staff, trek leaders and overseas agents, and we recommend it to our clients, too! Your Complete Financial Protection KE Adventure Travel is a fully licensed and bonded tour operator. We are a member of the Association of Independent Tour Operators (AITO), bonded with the CAA (ATOL 2808) and ABTA licensed (W4341). You can book your trip with KE Adventure Travel in complete confidence that all monies you pay for a trip are fully protected. BOOKING YOUR HOLIDAY Making a Booking The easiest way to make your booking is online. You will need to pay a deposit at the time of booking. This is normally 200 but for some holidays with special permit fees or internal flights, this may be more. The amount of deposit required for an individual holiday is given on the dates and prices page of the holiday. Late bookings will require full payment. We cannot confirm any booking until we receive your fully completed booking form. Adventure Travel Insurance IMPORTANT - It is a condition of joining any of our trips that you are insured against medical and personal accident risks (to include repatriation costs, air ambulance and helicopter rescue services). We also strongly recommend that you take out holiday cancellation insurance, as all deposits paid are non-refundable. Please ensure that your insurer is aware of your KE Adventure itinerary and can agree to cover the activities being undertaken. You will then need to advise us of your policy details and complete an Insurance Declaration Form. CAMPBELL IRVINE DIRECT travel insurance is available to EU residents and will cover the majority of KE Adventure holidays. It has been designed to provide cover for activities normally excluded by other insurers such

11 PAGE 11 as trekking, mountain biking and climbing. Please note that certain activities may attract a higher premium. In addition Campbell Irvine Direct cannot provide cover for KE climbing trips above 6000m. Cover for these can be obtained through either the British Mountaineering Council (BMC) or Snowcard. TRAVELEX is a USA based insurer offering travel insurance, which can be used by US citizens and US residents only. KE recommends the "Travelex Select" package for our holidays. If your holiday involves using mountaineering equipment (ropes, harness or crampons), for climbing or glacial travel, you should consider the "Adventure Plus Pak" optional upgrade on the Travelex Select Plan. Please refer to the 'Description of Coverage' for a summary of the terms, conditions, exclusions and limitations of the applicable Protection Plan. This policy will also cover KE climbing trips above 6000m. 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 You Should Bring The Following Items: Hiking boots / shoes Socks Trekking trousers Lightweight waterproof overtrousers Underwear T-shirts and/or casual shirts Fleece jacket or similar Waterproof jacket Sunhat Swimwear and small towel Eyewear - sunglasses Daypack (30-35 litres) Sun protection (including for lips) Water bottle 1 Litre Washbag and toiletries Antibacterial handwash Small padlock (to lock your luggage) Basic First Aid Kit including: Antiseptic cream, throat lozenges, diarrhoea treatment (Imodium), painkillers, plasters (band-aids) and blister treatment, insect repellent, and re-hydration salts (Dioralite).?The Following Items Are Optional: Trekking poles Trainers or sandals Shorts Camera and batteries Penknife (for picnic lunches) As this is the Canary Islands it can be quite chilly in the evening and you should bring some warm clothing. Please note: This document was downloaded on 25 Aug 2018, and the trip is subject to change.