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Extension Adventures
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Time To Get Excited … Trekking to Machu Pichu is incredible, the rest of Peru is awesome too! Having trekked over the Andes, taken a dip in the hot springs, stroked a Llama and of course seeing the mists roll back from the stunning Machu Picchu you’ve just about had the perfect adventure. However you’ve got 8 days after your trek to explore Peru and have some unforgettable experiences that will turn a memorable adventure into an unforgettable one!
Our extension trips have been developed with you, a student, in mind, to ensure you maximise your free time doing the things you’d really want to do and see within a budget and without the hassle and worry of having to organise everything yourself. The extension trip also brings you and your team together after sharing the experience of the Andes and Machu Picchu to round of the adventure. So what do you have to look forward to? How about:
• White water rafting • Amazon Experience • Huacachina Chill Out
Take a look through, everything you need to know is here and if you have any questions about anything get in touch on info@studentadventures.co.uk or call us on 0845 643 9801 and we will be happy to help. 3
Extension Adventures … Why are they a good idea? Extension Adventures are an awesome way to round off your adventure and we know from experience that students that do take up the opportunity to do extension adventures love every second of their time! A few obvious reasons why you should get involved in an extension adventure:
1. Having made close bonds with your team whilst on your adventure it’s a great way to round off your trip together. (70 – 80% participants undertake an extension adventure)
2. Maximise the time you have in-country, extensions are organised to drain out every drop of time doing something cool.
3. Great value for money; your student budget has been thought about and the extensions are well priced.
4. Hassle free; we’ve done all the hard work so you don’t have to worry about travel plans or bookings, it’s all done for you, kick back and enjoy the ‘holiday’ part of your adventure.
5. Tried and tested; we have ‘tested’ your extension trips and we know they’re awesome – so you’re in no doubts that you’re going to love ‘em!
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Adventures Itinerary ‌ Let’s take a look at your itinerary and give you an idea of how the adventure works and where your extension trips fit in!
DAY 1 Depart from the UK
DAY 2 Arrive in Cusco, Peru Evening tour of the city
DAY 3 Acclimatisation Hike to Cristo Blanco
DAY 4 Mollepata to Soray Pampay
DAY 5 Soray Pampay to Huayracmachay
DAY 6 Colpapampa to Lucmabamba Hot Springs at Santa Teresa!
DAY 7 Cloud Forest to Llactapata and on to Agua Calientes
DAY 8 Machu Picchu! Return to Cusco
But why let your adventure end there ...
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Extensions Start ‌ DAY 9
White Water Rafting Travel to Amazon (Overnight)
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DAY 10 & 11
Amazon Experience
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DAY 12
Amazon Experience Huacachina Chillout
DAY 13
Huacachina Dune Buggy / Sandboarding 8
DAY 14
Ballestas Islands and Wine Tour
DAY 15
Huacachina Chillout
DAY 16
Depart from Lima
DAY 17
Arrive back in UK Adventure Complete
After Day 9 you can choose to do extension trips on offer or if you prefer you can put on the rucksack, get out the lonely planet and begin exploring Peru and undertake independent travel – see details about this option later on.
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White Water Rafting There is nothing quite like the adrenaline rush of the big wave crashing into the front of your boat as you and the team navigate that first big rapid – welcome to the river! Not far from Cusco the Upper Urubamaba River awaits. The river is the dividing feature of the Pongo de Mainique, a white water canyon, which opens out into the Amazon Plains with fast rapids and stunning views.
You’ll experience class III and III+ rapids that will keep you exhilarated all the way to the bottom of the take out point. You’ll be buzzing and then you’ll be able to talk about how your mate ‘went in’ over lunch whilst at the side of the river before travelling back to Cusco – a class day! What’s Included: When you sign up to this extension the following is included:
• Travel to and from the river • White water rafting on the Urubamaba river under qualified instruction
• Wetsuits and equipment • Outdoor lunch and drinks • Hostel accommodation in Cusco on the evening of Day 9 What’s Not Included:
• Clothes you don’t mind getting wet • Spare change of clothes and towel • Tips and Gratuities 11
The Amazon Experience The Amazon Rainforest is undoubtedly one of the natural wonders of the world and being in this part of the world it’s definitely something you should see! After arriving in Puerto Maldonado you will meet your guides and then begin your voyage into the rainforest by travelling up river in a motorised boat to reach the edge of the forest. Signing into the Tambopata National Reserve you then have an hour’s hike through the rainforest to reach the edge of an ox-bow lake where you will then get in a dug-out canoe… 12
Crossing this lake takes time as you become totally absorbed in your first real chance to see the rainforest teeming with wild life. From your seat in the canoe it’s likely you will see up close a host of different species of monkeys frolicking in the trees, giant otters running amok on the edge of the lake, a hew of different birds, caimans and so much more. After this incredible introduction to the Amazon you’ll reach the lodge which sits astride a hill overlooking the lake and the rainforest in time for an incredible sunset – what a welcome! Over the next day and a half you’ll be shown the jungle by expert guides on foot, by boat both during the day and at night! In between roving through the jungle you will be able to relax in a stunning forest lodge that boast hammocks, drinks and incredible views. On the morning of Day 12 we will leave the lodge, cross the lake by dugout, hike through the jungle to edge of the river delta, back on the motorised boat and upriver to the airport to catch an early afternoon flight to Lima having had your mind-blown by the Amazon Rainforest!
What’s Included: When you sign up to this extension the following is included:
• Overnight bus transfer from Cusco to Puerto Maldonado
• Flight from Puerto Maldonado to Lima
• Internal transfers to the rainforest • Rainforest experience in Tambopata National Reserve for 2 and half days / 2 nights
• Accommodation for one night in Lima on Day 12
• Meals; Day 10 – L, D Day 11: B, L and D, Day 12, B What’s Not Included:
• Meals and snacks not listed as included
• Soft drinks and alcohol • Tips and gratuities 13
Huacachina Chillout After trekking high in the Andes and roving through the Amazon Rainforest what you need is the chance to chill out and see a different side of Peru. We know the perfect place – Huacachina! A desert oasis surrounded by massive dunes gives you the chance to see lowland Peru and have a bit of a party. Whilst in Huacachina you’ll get to experience in the late afternoon the rush of a powerful dune buggy cresting over the surrounding sand dunes before getting out clipping in and sandboarding down these bad boys. You’ll finish this afternoon of adrenaline by taking in an incredible sunset with your fellow boarders. (Don’t worry you don’t have to stand up you can slide down too!) 14
An incredible day trip to the nearby Ballestas Islands, Peru’s answer to the Galapogas Islands, where you will head out by boat to tour round the islands to take in the sights of birds, dolphins and the incredible the setting. On the way back to Huacachina enjoy a local wine tour and if you haven’t already become acquainted with Peru’s national drink Pisco, whether its wine or a Pisco sour it goes down well! The oasis is a ‘party’ town where you can chill out during the day and take a short hop around the oasis into the many bars and clubs and enjoy a cracking night out with stories to tell in the morning. You’re also not too far away from the famous Nazca Lines which you could do as a day trip. This is the perfect way to round off an incredible adventure to Peru!
What’s Included:
• Coach transfer to Huacachina • Coach transfer to Lima Airport • 4 night’s accommodation (hostel or hotel – your choice)
• Dune buggy and sandboarding • Ballestas Island Boat Trip • Wine Tour What’s Not Included:
• Meals unless stated • Soft drinks and alcohol • Additional activities and trips i.e. visiting the Nazca Lines
Accommodation Huacachina extension gives you the chance to choose the level of accommodation that you want to have. Whether you are on a tight budget and a hostel is just a bed for the night or if you want a little bit more luxury and stay in a nice hotel with swimming pool – there is a level of choice to meet your budget you decide. 15
Paying for your Extensions … The extension trips have been created with a keen eye on budget to ensure not just an awesome time, but to provide you hassle free and value for money experiences that you’ll be able to take on with your new found trekking friends! If you book on multiple extension trips then you’ll save money on them to ensure your free time is awesome – see the savings you can make below.
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We also know you need the ability to pay in instalments and save up for your extensions, or give you enough time to convince family that this is what you want for your birthday! So there is a schedule of payments that you can follow or if you want you can pay for your extensions in one payment. See the information on page 17 » for details.
Deadline for signing up to extension trips is:
Friday 28th February Don’t Miss OUT!!! How to Book To book your extension trips you have two ways of doing it:
1. Log-on to My Adventures and book online
2. Give us a call on 0845 643 9801 and we can book you in a few minutes on the phone
Extension Options
Price
By 28th Feb Deposit
On 28th April
On 23rd June
Amazon Experience
£550
£170
£190
£190
Amazon Experience with Rafting
£595
£195
£200
£200
Huacachina Chill Out (Hostel)
£275
£75
£100
£100
Huacachina Chill Out (Hotel)
£370
£130
£120
£120
Price
By 28th Feb Deposit
On 28th April
On 23rd June
Amazon and Huacachina £125
£700
£175
£262.50
£262.50
Rafting, Amazon and Huacachina
£120
£750
£195
£277.50
£277.50
Combined Extension Options - HOTEL @ Huacachina
SAVE
Price
By 28th Feb Deposit
On 28th April
On 23rd June
Amazon and Huacachina
£125
£795
£175
£310
£310
Rafting, Amazon and Huacachina
£120
£845
£195
£325
£325
SAVE
Combined Extension Options - HOSTEL @ Huacachina
Save up to
£125 by combining extension trips!
Easy ways to pay
Key Dates:
You can choose to pay for your extension trips in one payment or alternatively in three separate instalments.
• By 28th February – Pay your deposits for your extension trips
• On 28th April – Pay your second instalment
• On 23rd June – Pay your final instalment
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Questions You Might Have …
Q. How many people do extension trips, am I going to be on my own? A. No, you won’t be on your own, between 70% - 80% of participants undertake an extension trip because they are a great way to travel together on a budget seeing awesome things, without the hassle and worry of doing it yourself.
There are some key questions that you will undoubtedly have – we’ve tried to answer them here. Anything that isn’t please just get in, drop us a line at info@studentadventures. co.uk or call us on 0845 643 9801 and we’ll be happy to help.
Q. Having booked my extensions, how much spending money will I need? A. Depends! Are you a massive souvenir shopper, do you have expensive tastes? It depends, but for your 8 days on our extension trips we would estimate £125 £175 will be more than enough to have an awesome time, including good food and more than a few beers!
Q. If I book extension trips do I have to sort out my own accommodation? A. No, all extension trips have accommodation included in them, so you don’t have to worry about organising a place to sleep.
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Q. If I book all the extension trips will there be any gaps in the itinerary and will I have to arrange something myself? A. No, if you book all the extension trips then every day will have some awesome planned for you to do.
Q. Are the extension trips really value for money? A. Yes, absolutely, if you look at a true likefor-like comparison for what is provided, such as transfers to and from the airport and the tiny things in the detail, you’ll be hard pressed to match us when you add up all your spending – plus you save on the hassle of figuring out travelling and you’ll be with the rest of your team too!
Q. What if I don’t want to do all the extension trips you offer? A. No worries, pick and choose from the extension trips and combine it with some independent travel. The extensions have been planned for this flexibility of choice. Q. What if I buy an extension trip and I end up cancelling or rolling my place over to next year? A. If you cancel your place on your adventure then the money for your extension trips are non-refundable as we have to make advance bookings. If however, you, roll your place over then we are able to roll your bookings over to next year and you wouldn’t lose anything. Q. I am not sure about staying out in-country after the adventure, can I come home early? A. We highly recommend you take advantage of having this time to explore; this is a rare opportunity that you have worked hard for in your fundraising, you should enjoy and experience as much of the country you are in as possible. That said – yes you can arrange to come home early you will need to look at changing your flights. To do this you will need to get in touch with us.
Q. I am interested in staying out in the country longer, either by going out early or staying on after, can I do this? A. Absolutely, you sound like you’re up for an adventure! Again this just requires a flight change request, which we can arrange for you. Do note that you can only change either your outbound or inbound date, not both. Q. So how do I change my flight dates and are there any costs involved? A. Email us info@studentadventures.co.uk or give us a call on 0845 6439801 to talk about changing your flights. There will be a cost to do this, because we have group flights booked for you. The cost of this will vary depending on dates, availability and when you ask to change. Often the cost of changing your flights coupled with meeting the cost of getting to the airport on your changed itinerary is similar in the cost you would spend in-country after your adventure.
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Independent Travel … So you’re a free spirit and you want to do a bit of nomadic travelling with your LP tucked in your back pocket? No worries, you have from Day 9 to Day 16 to discover Peru. A few thoughts from us if you are going to do independent travel:
• Independent Travel is just that, independent. So it means if you are going to undertake this option you should be confident in travelling on your own.
• You will be responsible for getting yourself back to the airport to catch your flight back home to the UK.
• We highly recommend that you develop a travel plan before you leave and submit this plan to a loved one and Student Adventures, just in case.
• All the costs of independent travel are yours to be met.
• We strongly recommend that you travel with access to emergency funds for unknown events and costs.
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You Adventure is going to be great, make it unforgettable with incredible extension trips! Book today online at:
www.studentadventures.co.uk/login or call to book on 0845 643 9801