CANADA'S BRITISH COLUMBIA BONANZA FAMILY ADVENTURE

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1 CANADA'S BRITISH COLUMBIA BONANZA FAMILY ADVENTURE Fun-filled multi activity family holiday on the West Coast of Canada Bear watching boat trip included in the holiday price Pan for gold, kayaking, canoe, ride the train into the gold miners tunnels Surf or fish at the Pacific Rim National Park on Vancouver Island A totally awesome family holiday in beautiful and welcoming Canada HOLIDAY CODE FBC Canada, Family, Multi-Activity, 12 Days 8 nights camping, 3 nights gite / hostel, 11 breakfasts, 10 lunches, 9 dinners, max group size: 10, 10 days touring and activities and fun, swimming: available 6 days

2 PAGE 2 VIEW DATES, PRICES & BOOK YOUR HOLIDAY HERE Introduction Concentrating on a small corner of Canada we have created a family adventure holiday, which gives you the true Canadian experience without having to drive for thousands of miles with the kids! Starting in Vancouver we have BBQ's on the beach, look for otters and seals, kayaking, canoeing, a visit to the Capilano suspension bridge and climb aboard the mine train and travel through the tunnels - and this is just in the first few days! We transfer to Squamish and enjoy a couple of days here with some short walks and day in Whistler to zoom up the gondola or paddle on the lake. We also walk The Chief' in Squamish before taking the ferry to beautiful Vancouver Island. Here we see 800yr old Douglas Firs, check out some caves and enjoy scenic walks. Our highlight is the bear watching tour from the safety of a boat whilst darting in and out of the inlets. Truly amazing. Further optional activities such as whale watching, surfing, fishing and biking are also available in the Pacific Rim National Park. In Victoria we can visit the first Nations museum and see their colourful art before we take the ferry back to Vancouver. This holiday gives you a great sense of adventure, the wildlife, wilderness and of what Canada is about. There is no need for endless driving, just a great itinerary and the beauty of the country will charm you and your family. It's totally awesome! Explore International. This holiday is part of our Explore International range. Participants on these trips can book through KE or through one of our international partners. This helps us to gather together sufficient numbers of like-minded adventurers to get your holiday up and running quickly. Led by an English-speaking guide, the cosmopolitan nature of these groups can be an important part of the experience! Is this holiday for you? Suitable for children from 6 yrs old This is a jam packed holiday full of activities and adventure. It is designed to ensure that you and your family see the best of British Columbia and enjoy some truly Canadian experiences. If you wish to take part in any of the water based activities you must be able to swim. All activities are suitable for beginners and children. The longest walk is an easy and gentle 4hrs. Camping in Canada can be great fun, and there is a really sense of being on holiday. All campsites have BBQ areas and usually a large space for the children to run around in or relax. The settings are also beautiful and it takes us away from the centre of towns. The Canadians love the outdoors and are very good at taking every opportunity to be canoeing on a lake, having a cycle ride, going for a walk and enjoying the wildlife and stunning scenery. We soak up this atmosphere and you will find it easy travelling with your family in this country, especially on this great itinerary which does not cover too much distance, allowing us to be more active and have more fun! Holiday Itinerary Day 1: Meet at the group hotel in Vancouver. A single transfer from Vancouver Airport is provided. Meet at the group hotel in Vancouver. A single timed transfer is included from the airport to the hotel. KE Land Only package services begin with the overnight stay at the hotel in Vancouver.

3 PAGE 3 GITE / HOSTEL Day 2: Explore Vancouver: Stanley Park, the Aquarium, walk or kayak at Deep Cove. BBQ on beach. Today we explore Vancouver. We start with a walk in Stanley Park, through the old growth forest and seeing the colourfully painted totem poles of Canada s First Nation people. This park is a magnificent green oasis in the midst of the urban landscape of Vancouver. We then visit Vancouver Aquarium, giving us a good insight to the wildlife we may see in the wild over the next week. It is the largest aquarium in Canada with an amazing 50,000 animals! It prides itself on the highest possible standards and all profits go to conservation of aquatic life. In the afternoon we travel to Deep Cove where we eat some of Canada s best doughnuts (yum) before either hiking along the shores or having an optional beginners sea kayaking or First Nation Canoe tour. On the optional guided kayak tour we explore Deep Cove on the calm waters in the fjord we may see harbour seals, eagles and colourful starfish. The kayaking is suitable for beginners and children, and full basics are taught before entering the water. The first Nation Canoe tour is run by the Tsleil-Waututh people, and takes us in a 25 ft traditional style ocean-going canoe whilst our guides share legends, songs and stories. We finish the day with a BBQ on the beach. Return to Vancouver hotel. GITE / HOSTEL Day 3: Capilano Suspension Bridge, Porteau Cove walk, mining museum, transfer to Squamish. This morning takes us to the Capilano Suspension Bridge. This 70m high bridge has thrilled visitors since 1889m, and whilst this wobbly bridge is fun to cross, there is a lot more here to see. We can enjoy a treetop adventure with high platforms and bridges, which have interpretive signs providing us with history, culture and environmental gems as we walk. There is also an exciting new cliff walkway. We then transfer to Porteau Cove for a short walk and where we may see seals bobbing their heads up in the waters. Next is our visit to the Britannia Beach Museum were we board a little miners train which takes us into an authentic tunnel. Of course no visit is complete without some gold panning and we all have the chance to take home some real gold! We then transfer to Squamish (approx 30 mins) where we find our campsite and set up camp for the first night. Day 4: Morning walk at Cheakamus Lake. Afternoon in Whistler. After breakfast at camp we set off for a morning walk (2hrs) at Cheakamus Lake to discover the ancient volcano and crater. This flat walk is perfect as it delivers some great scenery with the fantastic colours of the glacially fed turquoise waters surrounded by high mountains and forest. The afternoon we have at leisure in Whistler. There are many activities to choose from including swimming, paddle board or canoeing in the lake, a mountain bike ride, taking the gondola ride to the tops for a walk or simply walking around Whistler Village. Day 5: Walk up the Stawamus Chief (700m). Ferry to Vancouver Island. Our walk today is 3-4 hours and takes us to the Stawamus Chief - or simply known as The Chief. This 700m granite dome towers is said to be the second largest granite monolith in the world. The First Nation people of this area consider the Chief to be a place of spiritual significance. There are many routes to the top, and we take the easiest. We pass Shannon Falls where the water tumbles from more than 330m above. On the route there are some

4 PAGE 4 section where we have to scramble over large boulders with the help of some chains and ropes, but there is no exposure or difficulty, just a fun walk. From the peak we have scenic views of Howe Sound and the town of Squamish below. We then transfer to Horseshoe Bay from where we take the late afternoon, 1hr 40min ferry crossing to Nanaimo on Vancouver Island. From here we drive to our campsite at Qualicum beach (total transfer time, including ferry 3.5hrs). Day 6: Caves at Horne Lake. Drive to Tofino via the giant Douglas Firs. It s off to visit the caves at Horne Lake this morning. In the caverns we see beautiful crystal formations and ancient fossils. The chambers that we explore involve squeezing, crawling and climbing up narrow passages, great fun! We appear from the caves and enjoy a picnic lunch by the lake. We then take the scenic drive to Tofino, stopping of at Cathedral Grove with its giant 800 yr old Douglas fir trees. These are one of the most accessible stand of the giant Douglas fir trees and we can stroll along the network of trails under the shadow of these towering ancient trees. Tofino is located on the southern shores of Vancouver Island surrounded by picturesque bays and inlets. Day 7: Bear, whale and seal watching wildlife tour from a boat in the Pacific Rim National Park. We have the next 2 days exploring the fabulous Pacific Rim National Park. Our highlight will be our included bear watching tour. This 2-2.5hrs tour is from a boat, so we can explore the inlets giving us great opportunities to find the bears in their natural habitat. To observe bears feeding and interacting in their natural habitat without us disturbing them is an incredible experience. The skippers are passionate professionals and can often recognise individual bears by their behaviour. The tours are dependent on low tides, so timings vary daily. We prefer to leave just before low tide so we have the best possible opportunities to spend as much time wildlife viewing. During the low tide the rocky shorelines are exposed, providing a smorgasbord of shellfish, seaweed and crustaceans for the bears to feast on! We may also see other wildlife foraging, if we are super lucky the Grey wolf or mink. But more likely are the harbour seals relaxing on the rocks, seabirds and eagles, and possibly a whale. We are provided with dry suits to keep us warm and toasty whilst on the boat. It s going to be great! Return to campsite at Tofino. Day 8: Day at Pacific Rim National Park. Options for surfing, boogie boards or coastal walks. A further day in Pacific Rim National Park and we have the option of several different activities. We can go on a fishing trip or enjoy a guided rain forest walk, a whale watching trip or the keen can opt for a surfing lesson (age 13yrs+) or rent boogie boards (wet suits essential)! There are also self-guided walks along the coastal trails including the tidal pools at Chesterman s Beach. There is something for everyone. At the end of the day we will roast wieners (sausages) and marshmallows on our fire at the beach and fly our kites. Return to campsite at Tofino. Day 9: Drive to Victoria, stopping at Coombs Country Market.

5 PAGE 5 En route to Victoria today we stop at a picturesque fishing village and possibly the Coombs Country Market where the goats graze happily on the roof of a village cafe. Tonight we camp on the outskirts of Victoria. Time allowing we can travel into Victoria and get a feel for this friendly town. Day 10: Free day in Victoria for optional activities like whale watching, bike ride or just explore Victoria. There are many opportunities and options for activities and adventure today! If we haven t taken a whale watching tour already we can do this today, or have a ghost city tour, or maybe bike the Galloping Goose Trail, a 3-4hr easy biking route. Of course we can just relax and explore Victoria, which has an interesting First Nations museum as well. There is also an IMAX cinema which runs a 45 mins film throughout the day and a butterfly museum. The options are endless! Return to campground. Day 11: Ferry back to Vancouver. Afternoon at Granville Island. Dinner in historic Vancouver. We take the 1hr 35min ferry back to Vancouver. The afternoon takes us to Granville Island. This is a haven for children with a kids market, not your usual plastic stuff but quality locally made goods. There is an array of cafes and an extensive play area with water sprays, water slides and general fun. Adults enjoy a picnic on the surrounding grass whilst supervising! We enjoy a celebratory evening meal in the historic Gas Town of Vancouver. GITE / HOSTEL MEALS BL Day 12: Departure day. KE Land Only package services end after breakfast. Airport transfers are not included. MEALS B Holiday Information What's Included English-speaking local guide Single timed airport transfers on arrival only All accommodation as described in the trip dossier Meals as detailed in the Meal Plan All land transport required by the itinerary National park entrance fees All excursions mentioned in the itinerary. What's Not Included Travel insurance Visas Airport taxes

6 PAGE 6 Departure airport transfers Some meals as detailed in the meal plan Extra activities and excursions Tips for local staff Miscellaneous personal expenditure Meal Plan All meals are included except for 3 dinners. These are the dinners whilst staying in Vancouver. There is a large selection of restaurants available in Vancouver to suit all tastes and budgets. The town is very friendly and safe to walk around in day and night. You should budget CAD$25-30 (with taxes and tips) per person per dinner. Food Breakfast is sometimes included with the hotel lodging, other times it must be acquired in a restaurant or taken in camp (always included). Hotel "continental breakfasts" are usually very basic: coffee, tea, toast, jam, cereal, though they sometimes include waffles, fruit, muesli and yogurt. Whilst camping, the tour leader will prepare breakfast and dinner, although everyone is expected to lend a hand! This is usually a fun and sociable event. Lunch provisions are also provided by your tour leader. Everyone will prepare their own lunch in advance each morning, so that it can be eaten on the day's outing. Bread, sausage, cheese, fruit and snacks are provided for this purpose. Beverages are not included. Dinner will sometimes be taken in the hotel or in nearby restaurants. Your tour leader will make restaurant recommendations for the meals not included. Joining Arrangements & Transfers A single group transfer from Vancouver Airport to the group's downtown hotel is provided at around lunch time of Day 1 of the itinerary. This transfer is timed to meet passengers arriving on the flight from London Gatwick with Air Transat. At the end of the holiday an airport transfer is not included from the hotel to the airport. Taxi's are readily available for approx CAD$50, and or we can arrange at an additional cost a private transfer. Clients MUST provide the KE office with full details of their flights and should let us know if airport transfers are not required. Hotel contact details and an emergency number will be provided with your booking confirmation. Accommodation During the holiday the group will spend a total of 3 nights in the Hostel International Jericho in North Vancouver. We will be in family rooms here. It is very well located near the beach. We have 8 nights camping in tents on designated fully serviced campgrounds. Tents are based on a twin share. All group members should be willing to help the guide out with camp chores such as setting up tents and helping prepare the meals, fetch water, assist with the dishes etc In the hotel children of 11yrs and under will share with parents in a triple for a family of 3 or a double with an extendable couch for a family of 4. Children over 12 yrs 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. Additional hotel nights are available. Details of your first night's hotel together with an emergency number will be provided with your booking confirmation.

7 PAGE 7 Group Leader & Support Staff The group will be accompanied throughout by a professional English-speaking local tour leader. Spending Money We estimate that a total of around 200 per family member, or equivalent in Canadian Dollars, should be allowed for personal spending and the non-included meals. This amount should also be sufficient to cover any miscellaneous expenses and tips to local staff. If you are intending to buy expensive souvenirs, you should budget accordingly (credit cards can be useful in this respect). Also, if you expect to buy considerable quantities of soft drinks or beer, you should make an allowance for this. Note that some of the activities on this tour are optional, and depending on which you choose to participate in, you will need to budget accordingly in addition to the sum we recommend above. We recommend you carry your travel money in the form of cash (CAD dollars $) or take a certain amount of cash with a view to withdraw money from an ATM when in Canada. There are many ATMs accessible throughout the tour and credit cards are widely accepted as payment. Optional Activity Costs: Please note that these prices are correct at time of writing, but are subject to change without warning. All prices are in Canadian Dollars CAD$ Day 2 (Deep Cove): Sea kayaking: Adults $80, Child $50, First National Canoe tour: Approx $40, min numbers will apply. Day 4 (Whistler): Mountain bike hire: Adults $35 per day, Child $25 per day. Hourly rentals or ½ day also available. Canoes, Kayaks, Stand Up Paddle boards: $30 per hour. Whistler/Blackcomb gondola: Adult $49, Child $42 Day 7 (Pacific Rim National Park): Fishing trip (pre-booking essential): 1-3 Adults from $115 per hour. Whale watching: Adults $74, child $49 Surf lesson: 3 hrs $79 (available for ages 13yrs+) Day 10 (Victoria): Bike trip on Galloping Goose Trail: $59-69 Whale Watching: Adult $95, Child $69 Ghost City Tours: Adult $14, Child $12 Royal BC Museum & IMAX: Adult $15, Child $9.50 Butterfly Museum: Adult $15, Child $5-10 Guidance On Tipping Tipping is the accepted way of saying thank you to your leader and local team. Tipping is entirely voluntary and should be dependent on good service. We advise you to tip as a group. Beat The Jet Lag

8 PAGE 8 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 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 For this holiday you should take one piece of luggage and a daypack. Luggage with wheels is useful for this holiday. For international flights please check your baggage allowance with your airline. 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 Canada As of 2016 all citizens (except for USA citizens) will require an eta (Electronic Travel Authorisation), and you must get this before boarding any Canada-bound aircraft or ship. The fee is CAD$7 and you should apply for it at

9 PAGE 9 Transit Via USA Or Canada IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR THOSE TRANSITING THROUGH THE USA You will require an ESTA (Electronic System for Travel Authorisation), and you must get this before boarding any US-bound aircraft or ship, or entering on a land border. The fee is USD$14 and you should apply for it at With the ESTA complete, the majority of British Citizen passport holders can enter the US under the Visa Waiver Programme, VWP. As of 1st April 2016 you will be required to have a passport with an intergrated chip. Note that if you have travelled to Iraq, Syria, Iran or Sudan in the last 5yrs you will have to apply for a visa rather than the Visa Waiver Programme. IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR THOSE TRANSITING THROUGH CANADA As of 2016, all citizens (except for USA citizens) will require an eta (Electronic Travel Authorisation), and you must get this before boarding any Canada-bound aircraft or ship, or entering on a land border. The fee is CAD$7 and you should apply for it at 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. A good online resource is Travel Health Pro. Currency The unit of currency in Canada is the Canadian Dollar. Electricity Supply & Plug We recommend you check if you require an adaptor for your electrical items at: 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.

10 PAGE 10 Climate The weather in the Canadian Rocky Mountains is ever-changing and always unpredictable. Summer days are long, but the summer season is short. July is the warmest month with a mean daily maximum temperature of 22 C. We can expect to encounter temperatures during the day ranging from 18 C. to 27 C. Naturally, at the higher elevations on our trip, the daytime temperatures will be lower than this. At night, the temperatures will typically drop to around 10 C. Although the weather is relatively stable at this time of year, we can expect some rainfall and mountains produce their own weather. 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. Flight Inclusive Notes The FLIGHT INCLUSIVE dates and prices are based on UK flights from London (Gatwick) to Vancouver with Air Transat. Outbound flights will depart from the UK in the morning, arriving the morning of the same day (day 1 of the Land Only itinerary). Return flights will depart in the early afternoon of the last day of the itinerary, arriving in the UK the following morning. Regional departures and/or alternative carriers are available on request. Please be aware that there are often only a limited number of seats available at the advertised price. To avoid paying flight supplements, we recommend that you book as early as possible, especially during peak times. 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. Please note that you may be asked to pay for your flights in advance of your final holiday balance. 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 Vancouver. For clients making their own flight arrangements, Vancouver is the most convenient for transfers to the group hotel. Please refer to 'Joining Arrangements and 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? 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

11 PAGE 11 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 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.

12 PAGE 12 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 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.

13 PAGE 13 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: Strong shoes or walking boots Socks Teva-type sandals or Crocs (for water adventures) Underwear Lightweight trousers Shirts (at least one long-sleeved with collar) and T-shirts Warm jacket/fleece (for chilly evenings) Lightweight waterproof jacket Sunhat Warm hat Gloves Sunglasses Sleeping bag (comfort rated 5 C) Headtorch and spare batteries Water bottles 1 litre (x2) Swimwear Small towel (you may wish to take 2 towels, 1 for camping and 1 for water adventures) Daypack litres Dry bags (to keep the contents of your daypack dry) Washbag and toiletries Antibacterial handwash Sun protection (including total bloc for lips, nose etc) Basic personal first aid kit: Antiseptic cream, throat lozenges, diarrhoea treatment (Imodium), painkillers, plasters, blister treatment, Insect repellent, antihistamine cream and tablets, and re-hydration salts (Dioralite). Glucose tablets and multi-vitamin tablets are a good idea. The Following Items Are Optional: Shorts Pen-knife (remember to pack sharp objects in hold baggage) Repair kit (eg. needle, thread, duct tape) Camera Travel clothes Toys/games Kite for flying on the beach Notes: Sleeping mats are provided Sleeping bags can be hired from a local coop in Vancouver for approximately CAD$75 per week.

14 PAGE 14 Please note: This document was downloaded on 26 Jul 2018, and the trip is subject to change.