We use the following equipment for all tours that include overnight camping:
- Quechua Declaton and Marmot 3-man tents that accommodate 2 people with packs, and larger tents for families of 3 or 4 (We are not organizing hikes on a daily basis, therefore our camping equipment does not get as much use as full-time hiking operators. Nevertheless, we update and upgrade our equipment every camping season or more frequently if needed)
- Zippered medium-sized duffle bags to hold up to 5.5 k / 11 # of personal gear to be carried by porters
- Therma-rest brand air mattresses
- Porta-potty toilet shelter
- Cooking & dining tent with table & stools
- Steri-pen & Katadyn water filters
- Adjustable trekking poles
- If you choose to rent our sleeping bags, we use "Marmot," "North Face," "Mountain Hardware" & "Sierra Designs" brands. Bags are sanitized after each use but we require that you bring a bag liner. (sadly for some, we do not provide pillows)
Bicycle tours include the following equipment:
- Same tents, filters, mattresses & duffle bags as for the camping trips
- Full-suspension bikes for good downhill control
- Adjustable helmets (required)
- Riding gloves (you can also bring your own)
Vehicles, Guides & Drivers:
- We use 8, 12, 15 or 22 passenger late-model private vans/buses depending on the size of our groups
- Drivers are licensed for the vehicles they control
- All guides are licensed and trained to respond to basic medical situations and know how to access the nearest medical facilities