2009 Expeditions Dates:

Expeditions in 2009 will fly into the Amazon on the first Monday of each month beginning in April.  From these start dates you can be involved for 2, or 4, or 8 weeks.

2009 start dates

• 6th April
• 4^th May
• 1^st June
• 6^th July
• 3^rd August
• 7^th September
• 5^th October
• 2^nd November
  

Costs

Project Contribution to support project

2 weeks - £900, $1400

4 weeks - £1300, $2000

8 weeks - £1900, $2950

For those who are interested we will provide a fundraising pack and suggestions to provide assistance with fundraising.

The cost for all of our expeditions include:

Amazon Flights - We charter flights in 3, 5, or 9 seater planes for the 200km into and out of the Expedition location, and this is included in the expedition price.

•    A financial contribution to our Project Partners in Ecuador, which will continue our efforts to support their goal of making  a living from the forest, and preserving it at the same time. Over 70% of your contribution is spent in Ecuador, with much  of it going to the community to run the expedition.
•    All food and drink from the expedition start date
•    Accommodation costs from the expedition start date, including at El Colibri Hostal in Puyo and at the Earth Sessions / Huasuali Project purpose built cabin overlooking the Rio Curaray.
•    24-hour emergency contact for friends and family
•    Emergency Communication - Satellite Phone and Emergency Procedures
•    First Aid Training, First Aid Kit and Staff trained in First Aid.

Not included:

•    International flights
•    Travel Insurance
•    Spending money

Other Information:

Internships available

During each Expedition, we will be choosing internships for those keen to be involved for a longer period of time, to act as support staff. Simply let us know in your application and we will discuss the options with you.

Special dates and costs for expeditions can be arranged for groups such as University Expedition societies and other pre-arranged groups.

What Next?

•    Fill in the Application form on the Apply page to register your interest, and return it to us.
•    We will contact you to confirm your interest and speak to you further about the expedition and any questions you may have.
•    Pay your deposit when you have decided to participate.
•    Once we've received your deposit we’ll send you your ‘Expedition Travel Pack’ with information on travel arrangements, visas, vaccinations, what to bring, how to prepare, and other info about the location and expedition.
•    We’ll also put you in contact with previous visitors to Pavacachi who will be able to give you more insight into what to do for your expedition!