Obviously your safety is of paramount importance during the event. While all steps will be taken to ensure this I must stress that ultimately you are responsible for your own well-being and safety while in Indonesia. Medical cover will be provided with a team of experienced medics present at all times. Throughout the event support vehicles will be available should you need to withdraw.
Vaccinations and medications- you are encouraged to check about appropriate vaccinations with your doctor prior to departure. You should be aware that some vaccinations require a minimum period before they are fully effective, so don’t wait until the last moment to check about them.
Insurance
While Sandbaggers and Sole Challenge Ltd have a 100% safety record we cannot, owing to the adventurous nature of this event, guarantee your safety. All possible precautions to minimise the dangers will be taken but the event remains one that you undertake at your own risk. Prior to starting the event, you will be required to complete and sign a disclaimer form which acknowledges your own responsibilities in joining the expedition.
You will require your own insurance policy to cover personal belongings, repatriation and any extended medical care you may require. Please note you will be covered for primary medical care from our medical staff and medical evacuation to hospital by helicopter should this be required urgently.
Compulsory Equipment
In order to take part safely on the expedition, you must be able to demonstrate that you have the following compulsory items of equipment. These are in the interests of your own safety.
Compulsory items are as follows:
Rucsac
Sleeping bag
Compass
Mirror
Whistle
Pen knife
Torch + at least 1 spare set of batteries. (Ideally a head torch)
Lighter
Sun protection
Basic first aid kit
Hat
Full body cover (lightweight trousers and top)
Venom pump
You must carry all compulsory items on all stages of the event. Should the carrying of weight cause problems for you please get in touch so we can discuss other options.
Sandbaggers are able to source all equipment at competitive rates. More importantly we have years of experience which will ensure you get the best kit for the environment. Please contact us at any time to discuss options. To help you we will send out monthly newsletters, reviewing different kit items to help you make an informed choice.
Additional Recommended Equipment
In addition to the above compulsory items, it is recommended that you give consideration to bringing the following additional items to make your trip more comfortable:
Thermarest sleeping mat (or equivalent), sun glasses, toiletries.
We will supply solar showers and foot baths each evening.
Water
Bottled water (1.5L) will be supplied at the start and end of each stage and at every checkpoint visited while on the move (approx 10km apart). For washing, water retrieved from wells at each nights camp will be freely available. For your comfort and hygiene we will supply solar showers and foot baths each evening.
Event Navigation
This will be a fully supported expedition and no level of navigational ability will be required.
