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PRICE IN US$ PER PERSON VALID FROM 01.10.08 –
30.04.09
2-6 persons: US$ 1.725,-- per person in twin sharing
room
7-10 persons: US$ 1.610,-- per person in twin sharing
room
Flight departures are every Tuesday and Friday
from October to April.
Price for a round trip ticket Yangon – Putao –
Yangon:
US$ 432,-- per person
Please contact us early
enough for seat availability
SERVICE:
- 3 nights at Malikha Lodge
- 4 nights at camps
- Full board during your stay in Putao
- Guided activities and excursions and 5 days/4 nights
river/trek
- All transportation in Putao
- Permission for Putao
NOT INCLUDED:
- Domestic flights to/from Putao
- Transfers in Yangon to/from airport
- Visa fees
- Intl. airport tax of US$ 10 per person
- Accommodation in Yangon
- Transfers in Yangon
- Drinks from our special reserve list
- Private laundry and beauty treatments
- Porter fees at the hotels
Personal Items to bring for Rafting and Trekking
Since all our rafting expeditions include at least one
trekking day, clients will also need to bring items as
prescribed on our trekking list.
As a general rule when packing for one of our wilderness
expeditions please keep personal gear to a minimum.
Clothing should be lightweight, dry quickly, and provide
insulation even when wet. Synthetic fibers are
preferable to cotton on the river for this reason. For
any other personal items not included on our detailed
equipment list below, please feel free to contact us
directly.
1. For camping and travelling:
A sleeping bag. Your sleeping bag should be at
least a three-season bag, either down or synthetic
filled. If you do not have a sleeping bag we do have
them for hire or purchase. A Therma-rest (inflatable
sleeping mattress) is provided by Ayeyarwaddy
Expeditions for your comfort.
Lightweight pants and jacket. The brushed nylon
pants and windbreakers made by a variety of companies
are ideal for trekking and general travel wear.
Long sleeved thermal, top and bottoms (long
underwear). These are synthetic clothing such as
Patagonia Capaline which maintain their insulating value
even when wet, and are therefore ideal for wearing
around the campsite and on the river. The zippered
turtleneck is particularly handy, as it can be vented
and keeps the sun off the back of your neck. Light and
medium weight weaves are the handiest.
Socks: Two pairs of polypropylene or polypro mix
athletic socks.
Cotton underwear.
Lightweight long sleeved shirt. These are
particularly useful as sunscreen in camp. In addition
temperatures in the shade remain cool throughout the
season
Two cotton T-shirts.
A fleece jacket. Polypropylene is preferable.
A Gore-Tex or similar material raincoat and pants.
This will keep you warm and dry in a variety of
situations. A simple shell design is preferable, as they
can be packed away into very small bundles.
Small Towel
Toiletries: keep it to a minimum. Bring plenty of
moisturizing lotion.
Spare glasses or contact lenses if you wear them.
Flashlight or headlamp with spare batteries.
Water bottle
Toilet paper and lighter –We do provide it on all
trips, but also advise you carry your own supply for
convenience. The lighter is for burning the toilet paper
after you’ve used it.
Insect Repellent: Our Nam Lang river camp has
screened areas where insects are not a problem, but
while trekking and rafting in the jungle bring plenty of
insect repellent.
Lightweight cotton gloves are also handy as
additional insect protection.
2. River Wear:
River sandals or wet suit booties are the
preferred footwear on the river. Tevas, Alps, or other
high quality river sandals or booties should be brought
from home. It is essential that all rafters have
footwear that they can wear in the raft, which will not
come off in the event of a swim, as this is considered
standard safety equipment. One of the best options is
simple wetsuit booties used for diving or windsurfing.
These also offer additional protection from insect
bites.
River shorts Good quality, such as Patagonia
Baggies or Guide Shorts. These are by far the best all
around river wear, as they are durable, dry quickly, and
provide the pockets you will need for little items
you’ll want to keep close. Two pairs are enough.
Swimming costume – (or you can just get by with
river shorts).
A sarong for women (a long piece of cloth wrapped
around your waist) is another good option, and can be
purchased cheaply in Myanmar. This is invaluable for
visiting villages and respecting local custom for dress.
It can also be used to replace your towel for drying
after washing.
A baseball style cap and good sunglasses equipped
with a retaining device to keep them on your face where
they belong.
Sunscreen (SPF 15 or greater and waterproof) is
essential
Lip Balm, SPF 15 minimum
3. Trekking:
A daypack. It should be a medium volume daypack
without a frame, and again, the most important criteria
are how well it fits and works.
Lightweight hiking boots or running shoes of good
quality and preferably worn in are a must. For people
who do not routinely walk in the mountains, light hiking
boots are strongly recommended. Heavy mountaineering
boots are not recommended.
For longer treks and Higher Altitude treks
waterproof pants, gaiters, additional socks and thermal
hats and gloves are highly recommended.
4. Optional:
Camera and film. Also bring a good cleaning kit,
as field conditions are harsher than in towns. Spare
batteries are also handy. There will be waterproof
Pelican Cases supplied on the rafting trips. Packets of
silica gel will help reduce humidity in the camera case.
Small binoculars for wildlife viewing. If you’re
an avid bird watcher you may want to bring a more
substantial pair of binoculars with a waterproof case.
Pocketknife or multi-tool.
Fishing equipment.
Reading and writing material.
Personal first aid kit.
Personal linen, pillow case or under sheet
5. Provided by us:
Travel-Myanmar.net will provide the following
equipment for all clients on our rafting and trekking
expeditions:
All safety and trek / river gear (except clothing
and personal items – see personal equipment above) On
river trips we provide lifejackets, helmets, spray
jackets, wet suits when required, dry bags, camera
barrels, satellite phone and comprehensive first aid
kits.
Tented accommodation while on your trip.
Mattresses or thermo-rests to sleep on
Cooking equipment including all kitchen utensils,
pots, pans, plates and glassware
Directors Chairs – comfortable chairs, ideal
around the campfire, which are made of canvas and fold
away.
Booking Conditions
How to Book: Complete the Client Profile form
(below) and fax or email it to us. The Client Liability
Release form (please click here) needs to be completed
and taken to Myanmar. A company representative will
collect this form upon your arrival in Yangon or at the
Pre departure meeting at The Malikha Lodge in Putao.
Please give the same name as in your passport. If you do
not have a passport or confirmed flight you may leave
these details blank and forward the information to us as
soon as you have it. We will require one passport
photograph, which should be brought with you to Myanmar.
A Deposit: of 50% of your trip cost per person
is required to secure a holiday booking. The balance
will need to be paid at least 30 days before the
departure date. If the full amount has not been received
by this time, Travel-Myanmar.net reserves the right to
cancel all bookings made on behalf of the client.
Bookings made within 30 days of the departure date must
be paid for in full at the time of booking. Please note
that prices are based on costs and exchange rates at the
time of printing. We reserve the right to adjust tour
prices.
Amendments: Please note that changes made by
you to your booking will incur an amendment fee of US$
50 per person per amendment. In addition, a cancellation
fee may apply.
Confirmation and Final Payment: Travel-Myanmar.net
will confirm your booking in writing and advise the due
date for final payment on your invoice.
Cancellations: All cancellations must be
advised in writing by the person who made the booking.
Cancellations are accepted from the date the written
confirmation is received by Travel-Myanmar.net and
applied to refund guidelines below. Depending on your
reason for cancellation these charges may be recoverable
on your insurance policy. If Travel-Myanmar.net cancels
your tour, all payments will be refunded. However
Travel-Myanmar.net will not be liable for any additional
costs incurred by you.
Deposit:
10% Non-refundable
30-15 days:
50% refund of trip minus Deposit
15 days or less:
No refund
Flights: Bad weather in mountainous regions
can cause flight delays. Please make allowances when
booking onward journeys. We cannot be responsible for
any charges you might incur as a result of these delays.
Refunds: Are not made for unused services.
Health and Fitness: We strongly recommend a
visit to your doctor and dentist before your holiday.
Your doctor will advise current inoculation
requirements. Full details of pre-existing medical
conditions must be forwarded with your booking form.
Older clients or clients with pre-existing medical
conditions may require a doctor’s letter confirming
their fitness for the trip. During your holiday you are
under the direction of your Trip Leader and he/she has
total authority to determine your suitability to
participate or continue.
Changes to your Itinerary: Our tours are
organized many months in advance and it may become
necessary to make an alteration to your tour. Where
practical, we will advise you of such changes (other
than minor changes) before commencement of the tour.
These tours go into remote areas and changes in
itinerary may occur because of weather, illness or
accident, civil unrest or force majeure, after your tour
starts. The Trip Leader has full responsibility for
taking the action he/she deems appropriate.
Travel Insurance: It is a condition of booking
that all expedition members must be protected by their
own Medical Evacuation Insurance, which provides for
helicopter rescue. The purpose of insurance is to
provide proper coverage suited to the specific needs of
Adventure Tourism and in the case of an emergency, works
quickly and efficiently. Your insurance should also
cover accidents, health and loss or damage to personal
effects.
Profile Form:
Please fill in the following information and return
it to us via fax or email. This is for our office
records. You will also need to bring a liability release
form, one passport photo and a copy of your insurance
policy with you to Myanmar.
Contact us:
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