What You Should Know Before You Go

At Babel Travel we emphasize value and responsibility over luxury or budget.

We offer a wide variety of adventures around the globe with significant differences in physical demand, and relative comfort, but we never compromise on the authenticity of your adventure.

Included in the price:

While each trip is different and every trip has its own set of inclusions, some things are included in the price of every trip:

• All accommodation as listed in the itinerary
• All ground transportation as listed in the itinerary
• Meals as listed in the itinerary

Not Included in the price:

• International flights
• Visa and passport fees
• Departure taxes and excess baggage fees
• Meals other than those specified
• Insurance of any kind
• Vaccinations
• Optional sightseeing and excursions
• Items of a personal nature (souvenirs, drinks, etc)

Food

Food inclusions vary widely from one adventure to another. On some trips half of every meal is included, while on others only a few are. Most fall somewhere in between. Check the trip description for details.

Sightseeing

Every trip includes sightseeing of one type or another. Some trips include guided sightseeing excursions and most trips offer optional excursions at an additional price. Consult the trip description for the inclusions on each trip.

Domestic or Internal Flights

Many adventures cover long distances between destinations with internal or domestic flights. On some trips the flight is not included and that is clearly stated in the comprehensive itinerary. Check the trip description for details.

To check a fare and to book a flight, check out our Flights section where you can choose from a range of flight partners that we recommend.

Airport Transfers

All trips include arrival, but not departure airport transfers. Departure transfers, in most areas are much less expensive for you to arrange in a local taxi than for us to orchestrate an organized transfer. Contact us for more information.

Pre and Post Tour Accommodation

Accommodation for the night before and after your tour is usually available at additional expense.

Prices

Prices are as indicated and are for land content from the joining point hotel. All prices are per person based on twin share accommodation whether in hotels, tents, boats or otherwise. On most trips solo travellers will be matched up with another traveller of the same sex. In some cases multi-share accommodations will be necessary. When this is the case it will be clearly indicated in the trip description.

Inherent Dangers

It is important that you understand that Babel Travel operates adventure tours where the accommodation, transport, safety, hygiene, medical facilities and other factors may not be of the standard that you are accustomed to at home, or would find on a conventional holiday. By booking with Babel Travel you are accepting these conditions.

Health and Fitness

While many of our trips are not physically demanding, you should still be in excellent health to travel with Babel Travel. You should read the specific trip description carefully as some include walking, cycling, canoeing, kayaking, etc. which may be arduous. If you have any doubt, please contact us for more information. These adventures are not for everyone. If you have any physical or mental disability that may limit your ability to fully participate, please consult our Babel Travel Sales Agents. We may require a medical certificate prior to booking your trip.

Age

Adults of all ages and older children are welcome on most Babel Travel trips. For older travellers, we stress that adventure travel is inherently more rigorous than conventional vacations and can be physically demanding. You will be expected to carry your own bag and participate in group activities. All travellers 70 years of age and over are required to provide a medical form signed by a physician. We cannot accept bookings from unaccompanied children.

Itineraries

Itineraries can and do change during the course of the year due to a variety of reasons. We are not always able to advise you in advance of these changes. We ask for your understanding and patience in these cases.

Baggage

These are adventure trips and on most itineraries you will be carrying your own bag. Generally a single sturdy soft-sided bag or backpack will work best. Suitcases will not work well on most trips. On some trips there are actual baggage restrictions due to limited storage space, flight limitations, porters' carrying limits, etc. In general it is best to pack light!

Group Activities

Most of the adventures on this website are based on group activities. As such, all activities included in the price are based on being part of the group. If by choice or necessity you leave the group, we will generally not be able to supply alternative services, and you should not expect us to do so.

Insurance

Travel insurance is mandatory on all Babel Travel Adventures.

Spending Money

You need to bring enough money to cover meals not included in the price; drinks, tips, incidentals, optional activities and excursions, souvenirs, and occasionally other fees as indicated in the trip description.

Contact Babel Travel for more specific information but remember: spending opportunities vary as widely as spending habits, so budget accordingly.