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General ConditionsReservations As we are a company based in Chile , please consider that we
have to receive the "total amount" of the cost of
the trip you selected "after all comissions" . Because space on our trips is limited maximum to six participants (depending on the program you select) we suggest reserving your space four to six months to the departure date of your trip. We suggest e-mailing to be sure we can accommodate you. Final Payments The balance is due no later than 45 days prior to the date of departure. If final payment is not received when due, YAK EXPEDICIONES, reserves the right to treat your reservation as cancelled (see Cancellations and Refunds). 100 % must be paid before departure. Trip Pricing Normally the costs are based on shared occupancy of hotel/Guesthouse
rooms and tents. We also reserve the right to adjust our prices
in the event of exceptional cost increases beyond our control. Modifications, Cancellations and Refunds Our trips are constantly being updated so please confirm the program you select before you decide to travel. If you cancel your reservation, payments made to YAK EXPEDICIONES will be returned minus a cancellation fee of US$ 100 minimum. This fee is computed as of date of our actual receipt of your cancellation notice (e-mail or fax).Notice of cancellation must be submitted in writing. If you cancel your reservation 90 days or more prior to departure,
we will refund your money except the cancellation fee of US$ 100.
fter that, the following rates apply:
Note that we will discount from the money to refund the expenses to send the money to the country of the client (bank comissions, etc.) Limitation and Liability We will do everything in our power to ensure that you have a safe and pleasant trip. Nonetheless, accidents do happen. YAK EXPEDICIONES and his associates assumes no liability for time or expenses incurred due to personal illness or injury, nor for damage or loss to your equipment. Furthermore, we cannot be responsible for failure by airlines to meet flight schedules, and must assume that you have canceled your trip if you do not arrive at your pickup point when expected. We will make every effort to comply with our own itinerary as set forth in this program, but again, we assume no responsibility for delays beyond our control. YAK EXPEDICIONES reserves the right to postpone or cancel any trip prior to departure if acts of man or nature so require. YAK EXPEDICIONES provides a limited insurance with a Chilean Company
just for trip members and just while paddling. Other Conditions
Trip members are responsible for understanding the conditions
implied in the Trip Itinerary and selecting a trip which is appropriate
to their interests and abilities
Included (Sea kayak Programs)
Not Included
The trip leader has the right to disqualify anyone, at any time, during the trip if he feels the trip member is physically incapable and/or if a trip member’s continued participation will be detrimental to the individual involved or the group. Refunds are not given under such circumstances. YAK EXPEDICIONES do not include, meals during transfers and stays in cities at the beginning and the end of an expedition depending on the program (those meals are in restaurants and are paid for by each participant, depending on the programa), unexpected stays in cabins or hotels (for example, a group decision because of rain), optional boat trips and any service that is not clearly stipulated in the program. REQUIREMENTSOur trips are suitable for open-minded travellers with a flexible attitude and good sense of humour, who are comfortable around water and that understand the meaning of " team building " . Participants should note that it is not unusual to experience challenging weather conditions in the areas we visit and that the itinerary has to be subject to last minute alterations. Physical requirement: Medical requirement Responsibilities of Trip Members Trip members are responsible for understanding the conditions implied in the Trip Itinerary and selecting a trip which is appropriate to their interests and abilities;- for bringing appropriate clothing and equipment as advised in the equipment list;- for following normal standards of personal hygiene in order to lessen risk of traveler’s diseases;- for following normal social behavior patterns with fellow trip participants;- for acting in an appropriate and respectful manner in accordance with the customs of areas visited. Good health, good physical condition, helping with the various
tasks during the trip: kayak portage because of tides , seting up
tents, help with the cleaning , obeying the instructions of the
guide, avoiding risky situations, wearing and using clothes and
equipment on the list provided , reading the programs and conditions
of the trips, understanding clearly the characteristics of each
expedition, respecting the rules established by YAK EXPEDICIONES. Insurance We provide a limited insurance just while paddling but we highly recommend you have a complete insurance to pay your expenses in your home country in case of problems. The client must accept full responsibility for insurance up to limits which the client may deem necessary. This insurance must cover personal accident, medical expenses, air ambulance, loss of effects, repatriation costs and all other expenses which may arise as a result of loss, damage, injury, delay or inconvenience occurring to the client. It is compulsory that all clients have personal travel insurance. The client is advised strongly to take out cancellation and curtailment insurance. Equipment All trip members will be given, upon confirmation of registration,
a detailed list covering all personal gear and clothing appropriate
for their specific trip. Medical Southern Chile is relatively free of disease and has good hygienic
conditions. The places we explore are pristine and untouched, not
crowded or polluted. Nevertheless, it is important to carry cold
medicine, aspirin, and other medicine you use on a regular basis.
Although the Chilean health system is quite advanced, we will be
exploring isolated places where it is also important to carry your
own first aid kit. Do not forget to visit your dentist before coming. Trip into remotes wilderness areas can be demanding , both physically and emotionally. As medical facilities can be virtually non-existent in these areas, emergency medical services can be prolonged, difficult, and expensive or impossible. YAK EXPEDICIONES assume no liability regarding the provision of first-aid or medical care on our trips. Trip members are responsible for their own personal medications. YAK EXPEDICIONES cannot be responsible for what medications and inoculations you and your physician determine are necessary for your health and safety on your specific trip. You must be in good health to participate in our trips, for your own safety and well-being of the other trip members.
VERY IMPORTANT: In our trips in remote areas (Northern Patagonia Fjords , Palena River , Northern Icefield -San Rafael Glacier , Torres del Paine and others)....evacuation can be extremely slow and sometimes impossible. Evacuations in this remote areas with helicopter are impossible.....so please pay attention to the requierements of each trip and your trip selection. Any expenses that are not included in the program will be covered by the participants. Every participant will be responsible for the equipment and gear given by the company. Care of the Environment At YAK EXPEDICIONES, we are very concerned about the environment and thus conduct ourselves in a way that has the minimum impact on it. Deposit garbage only in bags and trash receptacles. Do not throw garbage on the ground. Use bathrooms and latrines whenever possible and when camping , hiking, etc. Select damp places that facilitate decomposition and that are away from the campsite and leave it well covered with a log, rock, or earth.
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