Your trip cost includes all the elements of the expedition included in the trip itineraries: o Airport Transfers o Accommodation as per your expedition itinerary. This will be on a twin share. Should you require a single room or private tent please advise us in advance so we can arrange this. o All land transfers and internal flights as indicated in your itinerary. o All prepared meals, wine, spirits, tea, coffee, and snacks on your journey. o All safety and trek / river gear (except clothing and personal items - see personal equipment below) On river trips we provide lifejackets, helmets, spray jackets, dry bags, camera barrels, satellite phone and comprehensive first aid kits. o Tented accommodation while on your trip including thermo-rests to sleep on. o All camping and cooking equipment. o Qualified and experienced guides and staff o All necessary permits and licenses.
Not included in the costs: Any kind of insurance, inoculations, visa costs, airport departure taxes (both International and Domestic), expenses of a personal nature or any personal equipment listed below.
Personal Equipment: As a general rule when packing for one of our wilderness expeditions please keep personal gear to a minimum. Clothing should be light-weight, 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.
For camping and traveling:
A sleeping bag. Your sleeping bag should be a three season bag, either down or synthetic filled. If you do not have a sleeping bag you can hire or purchase. A Therma-rest (inflatable sleeping mattress) is provided for your comfort. Lightweight pants and jacket. The brushed nylon pants and windbreakers made by a variety of companies (e.g Patagonia Baggies) are ideal for river wear. Long sleeved thermal, top and bottoms (long underwear). These are synthetic clothing which maintain their insulating value even when wet, and are therefore ideal for wearing on the river. The zippered turtle neck 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. Light weight 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. Polypropeline is preferable. A Gore-Tex or similar material raincoat. 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 Repellant: Our Nam Lang camps all have screened areas where insects are not a problem, but while trekking and rafting in the jungle bring plenty of insect repellant. Lightweight cotton gloves are also handy as additional insect protection.
River Wear: River sandals or wet suit booties are the preferred footwear on the river. 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 are 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 pair 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
For trekking: A daypack. It should be a medium volume day pack without a frame, and again, the most important criteria is how well it fits and works. Good quality, lightweight hiking boots or running shoes 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.
Longer treks and Higher Altitude treks:
Waterproof rain pants Additional socks Thermal hat and gloves
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.
