GUIDE PERU & BOLIVIA SUMMER 2019 28 DAYS
These two neighbouring countries offer so many adventures and unmissable sights, it wouldn t be right to visit one and not the other! Peru and Bolivia offer a truly dizzying variety of landscapes, cultures, activities and experiences. Trek amongst Andean peaks, work on a community project in the Sacred Valley, gaze at the beautiful Lake Titicaca and climb to the ancient Incan city of Machu Picchu. This is the ultimate South American expedition! The purpose of this brief is to introduce your expedition opportunity. It will give you a feel for the destination and the type of activities that you will be involved in. We hope this brief snapshot will leave you feeling inspired and wanting more! HIGHLIGHTS Trek in the spectacular Andes Explore Machu Picchu - one of the wonders of the world Enjoy rest and relaxation by the beautiful Lake Titicaca Get up close with Bolivia s alien landscapes and the world s largest salt flats!
WHERE ARE YOU GOING? PERU & BOLIVIA WHAT IT S LIKE... PHYSICAL RATING: Challenging expedition. CULTURE SHOCK: A definite difference to what you are used to. ALTITUDE: The team will trek for periods between 3500m and 4700m. VISA: Not required for British nationals* * Please note requirements may change DESTINATION FACTS RELIGION/S: Catholic & indigenous. CULTURAL OR HISTORICAL INTEREST: There are at least 20 tribes in the Bolivian and Peruvian Amazon that remain uncontacted by the outside world. LANGUAGES: Spanish, indigenous languages. GEOGRAPHY: Diverse. Arid Pacific coast in Peru, Altiplano desert interior, Andes and rainforest. CLIMATE: Dependant on region and altitude. Rainforest hot and humid. Altiplano and Andes dry with warm summers and cold winters.
WHAT IS AN? Expeditions are a life-changing experience, a chance for young people to go on a fun and educational journey with their friends. Most expedition destinations are in developing countries, allowing students to not only experience stunning parts of the world but also witness a very different way of life, often with the chance to immerse themselves in the culture through project work.
HOW IT WORKS... EXPEDITION TIMELINE 1 2 3 4 5 EXPEDITION LAUNCH ITINERARY DEVELOPMENT LEADER MEETING EXPEDITION TRAINING FINAL PREPARATION FUNDRAISING FUNDRAISING Our expeditions are made up of four main phases; acclimatisation, trekking, project and rest & relaxation. During the build-up we put students in the driving seat, allowing them to finalise their itinerary alongside our experts. Acclimatisation Trekking Project R&R Arrive in country and spend some time getting used to the new culture whilst planning your next phase and changing currency. You may take part in a trek doing either a cultural trek through villages or an attempt to summit a nearby mountain! Dedicate some time to helping on a project - either community or environmental based, often working with local people. Enjoy some R&R! This could involve a few days on a beautiful beach, reflecting on your expedition or an adrenaline adventure.
EXAMPLE ITINERARY The below itinerary has been created by our Destination Managers as an example of what you may choose to do on expedition. DAY DAY 1 DAY 2 DAY 3-5 DAY 3-5 DAY 6-10 DAY 6-10 DAY 11 DAY 11 DAY 12-16 DAY 12-16 DAY 17 DAY 18-19 DAY 17 DAY 20-21 DAY 18-19 DAY 22 DAY 20-21 DAY 23-25 DAY 22 DAY 26 DAY 23-25 DAY 27-28 DAY 26 DAY 27-28 Depart the UK UK and and arrive arrive in in Lima, Lima, where where you you will will settle settle into into your your hostel. hostel. Spend some time adjusting to to your new surroundings, purchase supplies, exchange currency and and confirm your your onward onward travel travel - - all all whilst whilst exploring exploring Lima! Lima! Take an internal flight to Cusco, the former capital of the Incan empire, home to beautiful Take an internal markets, flight colonial to Cusco architecture, (1 hour), and the Incan former masonry. capital of It ll the also Incan give empire, you chance to home adjust to beautiful to the higher markets, altitude colonial - over architecture, 3000m! and Incan masonry. It ll also give you a chance to adjust to the higher altitude - over 3000m! Spend the next five days working on the Azul Wasi Project, helping to improve the facilities Spend the and next also five spending days working time organising on the Azul games Wasi with Project, the children. helping to improve the facilities and also spending time organising games with the children. Take a day to rest and explore Cusco a little further. You will also need to prepare for your trek - buy all the supplies required. Take a day to rest and explore Cusco a little further. You will also need to prepare for Embark your trek on - buy your all five the day supplies trek, high required. into the mountains, camping along the route, as you follow the Salkantay Trail. Your trek will finish in Aguas Calientes, a small, interesting Make your way town to at Soraypampa the base of Machu before Picchu. starting your four day trek the following day. Following the Salkantay Trail you will be guided high into the mountains, camping Set under off starry early in skies the morning along the to route. hike up Your the trek steps will to finish the stunning in Aguas Incan Calientes, ruins of a small, Machu Picchu - one of the wonders of the world! interesting town at the base of Machu Picchu. Take a train to Ollantaytambo in the Sacred Valley. From here you ll take a combi bus back Set off to early Cusco, in then morning travel on to hike Puno. up the steps to the stunning Incan ruins of Machu Picchu - one of the wonders of the world! Head to the floating Uros islands on Lake Titicaca, and then across the border to Bolivia towards Copacabana where you ll take a ferry to the amazing and beautiful Take a train to Ollantaytambo in the Sacred Valley. From here you ll take a combi Isla del Sol. bus back to Cusco (2 hours), then travel on to Puno (6 hours). Travel to the bustling city of La Paz, and take a bit of time to explore, beore catching a nightbus Head to the to Uyuni. floating Uros islands on Lake Titicaca, and then across the border to Bolivia towards Copacabana where you ll take a ferry to the amazing and beautiful Head out on a 4x4 tour of South West Bolivia, taking in the largest salt flats in the Isla del Sol. world. On day 24 take a nightbus back to La Paz. Travel to the bustling city of La Paz (4 hours), and take a bit of time to explore, Enjoy some rest and relaxation in and around La Paz. Go on a day trip to Tiwanku, or check before out catching the markets a nightbus of El Alto. to Uyuni Don t (8 forget hours). to stock up on souvenirs and have a final evening meal to celebrate the end of your expedition. Head out on a 4x4 tour of South West Bolivia, taking in the largest salt flats in the Depart world. On on your day 24 flight take back a nightbus to the UK. back to La Paz. Enjoy some rest and relaxation in and around La Paz. Go on a day trip to Tiwanku (2 hours), or check out the markets of El Alto. Don t forget to stock up on souvenirs and have a final evening meal to celebrate the end of your expedition. Depart on your flight back to the UK. Due to the changing nature of the world over the build up period, Outlook may be required to change aspects of, or the order of the itinerary. Outlook will consult with the Link Teacher/Group Leader and all participants if this is the case.
ADVENTURE At the Itinerary Development Day, with guidance from one of our destination experts, the team will be able to choose from options to finalise their itinerary. The choices may include the project they work and where they go for some rest and relaxation! Head out on arguably the greatest of all Peruvian treks - the Salkantay Trail, taking you through stunning and varied landscapes high in the Andes. The scenery changes daily on the five day trek; from a fertile valley floor up to bare mountain peaks, over rocky passes and beneath the snow-capped Apu Salkantay - the highest peak in the Cordillera Vilcabamba. Your trek will end just one train stop away from Aguas Calientes - the gateway to Machu Picchu. Arrive at the historical jewel of South America - the stunning Inca city of Machu Picchu. Built on the mountain top overlooking spectacular forested mountains and valleys; the city is one of the best preserved ancient sites in the Americas and one of the world s greatest wonders. Ascend the steps to be greeted by spectacular views and the chance to glimpse an unforgettable sunrise! Take some time to reflect on your experiences at Copacabana on the shores of Lake Titicaca. You can take a boat to the beautiful Isla del Sol (Island of the Sun), believed in Incan mythology to be the birthplace of the Sun God. There are many Incan and pre-incan ruins on the island including an ancient sacrificial table! End your expedition with an experience you will never forget. Head out on a 4x4 tour of South West Bolivia, taking in the stunning salt flats at Salar de Uyuni - the largest on Earth. Take in the spectacular landscapes that inspired Salvador Dali, including volcanic geysers, multi-coloured lakes, stone trees in this incredible, alien landscape.
PROJECT Your project work will be with the Azul Wasi project, a home for formerly homeless boys and girls. It was set up by a policeman in Cusco who has made it his personal mission to provide an alternative to the correctional facilities many street kids find themselves in. The children go to school, are fed and clothed and taught how to rear animals and grow their own food. You will be staying and working at the home, which is always in need of support from willing volunteers! Work will most likely consist of developing the facilities at the home, such as expanding the accommodation facilities and creating more space for the children to play or do their homework, as well as working on the agricultural side of the project. In addition to this there will be plenty of time to organise games and activities and teach the children a little English and help with their homework.
WHAT S INCLUDED? UK BUILD UP* Itinerary Development Session. Expedition Leader Meeting. Final Preparation Day. TRAINING Expedition Training event in the UK with your Expedition Leader. LINK TEACHER TRAINING Leader Team Training (first aid as required). LEADER TEAM COMPOSITION 2 Link Teachers and an Outlook Expedition Leader. FLIGHTS International flight. INSURANCE Comprehensive overseas medical insurance. TRANSPORT All overseas transport. IN DESTINATION All food and accommodation. All group activities including any entrance fees. All rest and relaxation activity. WHAT S NOT INCLUDED? Spending money for gifts / souvenirs whilst on expedition. Inoculations, prophylaxis and personal medicine. (All participants based in England and Wales receive 10% discount at Nomad Travel). Visas and passports please refer to page 3 to see if a visa is required. Personal belongings insurance (this may be covered by your household / contents insurance). Loss of passport. Cancellation insurance (contact our Customer Service Team for more information). Personal equipment (e.g. rucksack, sleeping bag, waterproof clothing); all participants receive 15% discount at Cotswold Outdoor. Transport to and from UK-based training courses, to the Final Preparation Day venue and from the airport. Food and accommodation in the UK, unless specified.
HOW TO LAUNCH YOUR To launch all you need to do is follow these steps: 1. CONTACT YOUR REGIONAL MANAGER 2. BOOK A PRESENTATION AT YOUR SCHOOL 3. STUDENTS APPLY ONLINE I am exceptionally pleased with the support and guidance Outlook provide before our expedition. - Link Teacher phone 01248 667 250 email INFO@OUTLOOKEXPEDITIONS.COM online WWW.OUTLOOKEXPEDITIONS.COM