BORNEO SCUBA EXPEDITION 2016 TEAM NAME

Congratulations ! You’re here because you have already done something awesome. In fact, in many ways, you’ve done the hardest bit!

Why are we here? Check that you’re up to speed and that you’ve done what you should have so far Give you the heads up on what you need to do in the final run up to the expedition Help you prepare for what to expect in Borneo Answer any questions

Your Traveller Gateway

Have you? Sent us a copy of your passport Completed emergency contact details Had your vaccinations & investigated anti- malarial tablets Declared all medical information Returned everything to us!

Spending Money £200 - £250 for the month Approx £50 cash in Malaysian Ringgits Rest on a bank or travel card Additional £50 for insurance excess

Travel Insurance Included for you; Make sure you have read the Key Facts Summary Make sure the policy covers you Exclusions include; £50 excess needs to be taken in local currency Personal Effects

Your Kit Make sure you read and follow the Kit List – if it’s on the list it’s there for a reason! You can find your Kit List on your Traveller Gateway

Day to Day Kit Long Shorts T-shirts Covering up Work Gloves Sun Hat Head torch

The Importance of Footwear You need to wear shoes at all times Your boots must be:  Sturdy  Waterproof  Well worn in Other Footwear:  Flip Flops  Trainers

Waterproofs Waterproofs are important Make sure they are; Lightweight Breathable Easy to pack

Water Bottles ESSENTIAL Minimum 1L Take 2 bottles Wide neck as its easy to clean Robust

Sleeping Bag/Sleeping Bag Liner Doesn’t need to be expensive Lightweight – 1-2 season Squishable

First Aid Kit Make sure you follow the kit list Keep your items in a waterproof bag Take a range of plasters

Your Main Bag Your Main bag should be a 60-80L Rucksack/Holdall It will also be your Hold Bag on the plane

Your Day Bag Your Day Bag needs to be a 25-35L Rucksack It will be your Hand luggage on the plane You will use this bag daily

Packing Make sure you pack your bag yourself Take either Dry Bags or bin bags to keep you kit dry Make sure you main/hold bag doesn’t exceed 20kg Make sure you follow airport restrictions and pack liquids and sharp objects into you main/hold bag

The role of the Expedition Leader Our leaders all have; CRB/DBS check Outdoor First Aid Previous Travel Experience Experience of working with young adults Their role on includes expedition: Safety & Logistics Risk Management They form a Leadership team with the teachers travelling with you

Your Expedition Leader

Expedition Fitness Project work is physically demanding The fitter you are the more you will enjoy the activities It’s not too late to put some work in Final decision rests with the Leader

Flights

Day of Departure You need to be there 4 hours prior to departure Make sure you know the plan for getting to the airport

On Expedition

Itinerary Remember it’s an expedition so things do change We will meet you on arrival You will move between a variety of camps Each camp is different Projects vary

PADI Open Water Course 3 – 5 days depending on the weather Theory & practical elements Designed for beginners Globally recognised qualification Other activities included for those that aren’t diving

Life in Camp Each camp has a routine that you will get into You will share a camp with other groups Don’t leave things lying around Look after your valuables

Safety & Wellbeing

Health & Hygiene Drink water Hand washing & good hygiene important Eating enough is essential Medication – tell us what you are taking Be honest with your leaders & teachers Homesickness does happen

Safety You will get briefings throughout Make sure you use safety equipment Follow all instructions

Behaviour Our expeditions are designed to give you the freedom to develop We want to create an environment that is respectful and enjoyable for all We ask all students, teachers and leaders to sign a code of conduct which set outs the expected behaviour Code of Conduct can be found on the Traveller Gateway If you break the code of conduct you could be sent home from the expedition at your parents expense

247 Support We have 24 hour support in the event of emergencies This includes; Your Expedition Leaders Your teachers Local staff UK Team Emergency Assistance Provider (EAP)

Stage 1: On Site Support Qualified Leaders Medical Kits Doctors on Call Stage 2: Hospitalisation Camps located close to approve medical facilities Travel Insurance Provider Stage 3: Emergency Support Emergency Assistance Provider Repatriation

Communication Expedition Leader The Team Support Office in Borneo UK Head office Parent s The School

Communication No news is good news We will update you if there is something you need to know Office is open 7 days a week Emergency Phone 247– emergencies only

Mobile Phones on Expedition Optional but not needed There is NOT signal in all areas The costs can be very expensive They can detract from the expedition You can contact us at any time & we can contact the team We will contact you in an emergency

Social Media Check out our Blogs We will post pictures & update Not all schools will be featured Internet access isn’t reliable so frequency will vary We don’t give out specific info on Social Media Contact us directly if you have a query

This is your Expedition… Make the most of it!

Remember… You will get out of it what you put in Be open to trying new things Be positive and patient See the bigger picture Ask questions Work hard and make the biggest difference you can!

Returning Home Make sure your parents know the arrangements for collecting you at the end of the expedition Photo Competition Send us ‘Your Story’

Any Questions And remember don’t be shy any questions please call the office

“the greatest journeys start with a single step”