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Greetings from North East India, A journey of a thousand miles must begin
with a single step.
We found immense pleasure to introduce our new Tour and Travel packages for North East India,
which is tailor made to suit every walk of life, by a team of young and vibrant nature enthusiasts.
Our Vision: Our primary vision is to promote eco-friendly and responsible tourism in North
Eastern Region as well as maximize the employment opportunity for the local community. It is also
dedicated to the conservation of natural and cultural resources of this region.
Incredible India is the combination of nature, culture, and architectural wonders. And we, at
Hrishikesh Travels, are the pioneer to introduce you with these Hidden treasure. More than a
company, we are the provider of a complete package of services in the field of travel & tourism,
starting from an air ticket to a conference or educational tour. We are the complete tour operation
company, who advices, plans and ensures our guests the most comfortable movement at the most
competitive price.
India's north East consists of seven states aptly known as the 'Seven Sisters' centered on tea
land Assam which is the gateway to North East India. North East India is bordered by Tibet &
Bhutan to the North, Myanmar to the South & East and Bangladesh & the Indian State of West
Bengal to the West.
If you love the serenity of nature and need to relax and unwind, India's north East is for you.
If you yearn for adventure and excitement and seek the mystique and romance of exploring wildlife
in its true form and natural habitat, there is no better place. North East India is virtually
unexplored by most tourists to India, but those who come go back with unforgettable memories of the
beauty of its landscape, the grace of its people and the unparalleled variety of its wildlife.
Connected by an infinite chain of pearly threads, intricate as a spider's web, the North
Eastern states of Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Sikkim and
Tripura offer visitors a rare feast a kaleidoscopic fiesta that lures you with its magical richness and
stunning variety. The raw natural beauty, rare orchids and butterflies, brightly painted monasteries,
challenging rivers, intricately woven tribal shawls, indigenous sports…each one has its own special
message to the traveler as he passes from one state to another- mesmerized by its dazzling variety
and compelling appeal.
OUR RECENTLY
BUILT COTTAGES
AT BOGORIJURI,
KAZIRANGA
NATIONAL PARK
Day – 1: Our tour manager will welcome you at Guwahati Airport/ Rly. St. After your arrival we will
drive to Shillong-'The Scotland of the East'. The capital of the state of Meghalaya. Reaching Shillong
after a drive of approximately 3 hours, we check in at hotel, freshen up & after a light meal we go out
sight seeing.
Day – 2: Early in the morning, we will take you to Cherrapunjee, famed for being the wettest place in
the world. After a drive of two hours amid pine trees and mists we reach Cherrapunjee. Cherrapunjee
possesses some exotic waterfalls and impressive limestone caves. At Cherrapunjee, we visit Nohkhalikai
Falls, Mawsmai Falls, Thangkharang Park and Mawsmai cave which is one of the 100 odd limestone
caves in Meghalaya. Afterwards, it is time for lunch. After lunch, we leave Cherrapunjee for Barapani
Lake. Enroute we visit Elephant falls and Shillong peak. At Barapani Lake we check in at Resort.
Day – 3: Early morning enjoy water sports on Barapani Lake. After lunch, we take a 7 hour drive to
Kaziranga National Park, the home of the Great Indian One Horned Rhinoceros. Other residents of the
park include elephants, Indian bison, four species of deer, tiger, leopard, capped langur, wild boar,
hoolock gibbon, hornbill, ibis, cormorant, egret, heron, fishing eagle and a host of migratory birds
including Pelicans. We check in at our own cottages or similar.
Day – 4: We start our Jungle Safari on elephant back early in the morning in the central/Western range of
the park, for one hour. Afterwards, back to hotel and breakfast. After breakfast we take you deep inside
the central range of the park in a jeep. Then, we come back for lunch and rest for two hours. Again in the
late afternoon, we take you inside the central range for a sunset view of the park.
Day – 5: Early in the morning, we go for a Jeep Safari in the Central/eastern range of the park, famous
for the Pelican colony. We come back for lunch and rest for two hours. In the afternoon, it's time for tea
garden visits and a visit to a tribal village. (Depending on availability, we will try and organize a
demonstration of Bihu dancing at the hotel in the evening).
Day – 6: In the morning we leave Kaziranga for Guwahati, the capital of Assam. We check in at hotel
and take lunch. Afterwards we go for sight seeing at Guwahati.
Day –7: Whole day sightseeing at Guwahati. (Kamakhya Temple, Assam state zoo, museum, Shankar
Dev Kalashetra, Balajee Temple.) Afternoon River cruise on the Brahmaputra River.
Day—8: After breakfast we proceed to the airport/Rly.St. for your departure flight/Train & the
tour comes
Day – 1: Guwahati to Shillong ( 104 km / 3 hr.30 mins), enroute see Barapani. Explore Shillong,
see the Ward’s Lake, Shillong Peak, Elephant Falls, etc depending upon the time in hand.
Overnight.
Day – 2: Move to Cherrapunjee (56 km / 1 hr.30 mins), enroute see the Mawkdok viewpoint,
from here one can watch the spectacular view of the never ending deep gorges of the rolling hills
of Cherrapunjee. In Cherra visit the legendary Nohkalikai Falls, Nohsngithiang Falls,Mawsmai
Caves,Thangkharang Park,Khoh Ramhah,etc. Overnight at the Cherrapunjee Holiday Resort at
picturisque Laitkynsew Village ( 18 km / 45 mins ) where one can see the unending plains of
Bangladesh at the backdrop.
Day – 3: After breakfast go for trekking down the slopes of Laitkynsew forest to see the 100 plus
old root bridge used by the locals ( 4 hrs trek altogether) or an option to go for a whole day trek
to the Double – Decker root bridge and have a swim at the natural lagoons nearby. Overnight
Day – 4: Move to Mawlynnong, the cleanest village in India. Enroute see the beautiful
landscapes and cascading waterfalls of Pynursla and Laitlyngkot villages. Overnight stay at a
traditional tree house at Mawlynnong and experience the nature’s bliss in this peaceful place.
Day – 5: Explore Mawlynnong, see Krem Swang ( the village cave), the village root bridge,
Bangladesh viewpoint and many other exotic places in and around this village (option to see
Dawki as well). Overnight.
Day – 6: Return to Shillong (70 km / 3 hrs approx). Free for the rest of the day. Overnight.
Day – 7: Visit Nartiang (65 km / 2 hrs approx) the summer capital of the Jaintia rulers. See the
famed monoliths and the 500 year old Durga Temple, where human sacrifices were a part of the
rituals till the British rulers abolished the custom. Move to Thadleskein (18 km / 45 mins approx)
see the legendary lake and one can go for boating as well. Overnight.
Day – 8: Visit Jowai ( 15 km / 40 mins approx), here see the Golden Valley ( Syntu Ksiar)
astride the legendary Myntdu river, the Ialong Park, etc. Return to Shillong ( 60 km / 2 hrs ).
Overnight at Shillong.
Day – 9: Visit Mawphlang Sacred Grove ( 26 km / 50 mins ), learn about the customs and
tradition of the Indegeneous people living here and the significance of the place to them. Return
to Shillong, free for the rest of the day. Overnight.
Guwahati - Kaziranga -
Guwahati
A 12 day visit to the states of Assam, Meghalaya, & Arunachal Pradesh covering some of the
unique things and places in the world including Cherrapunjee, Kaziranga National Park and Sela
Pass.
Price-
Standard Class-4650/- per person.
Rafting not included
KINDLY SEE INCLUDES/EXCLUDES
Price-
Standard Class-12400/- per person.
Rafting not included
KINDLY SEE INCLUDES/EXCLUDES
H.T-8-GUWAHATI-KAZIRANGA-NAMERI-MANAS N.P-
DAY 01: Guwahati-Kaziranga (04 hrs)
Our tour manager will welcome you at Guwahati airport/Rly.St., After your arrival, we will
drive to Kaziranga National Park, the home of the Great Indian One Horned Rhinoceros. Other
residents of the park include elephants, Indian bison, four species of deer, tiger, leopard, capped
langur, wild boar, hoolock gibbon, hornbill, ibis, cormorant, egret, heron, fishing eagle and a
host of migratory birds including Pelicans. We check in at our own cottages.
DAY 02: Kaziranga
We start our Jungle Safari on Elephant back early in the morning in the Western Range of the
Park. Afterwards, back to hotel and have breakfast. After breakfast we take you deep inside the
Central range of the Park in a jeep. Then, we come back for lunch and rest for two hours. Again
in the late afternoon, we take you inside the Central range for a sunset view of the park, or one
may opt for eastern range visit. Evening Bihu demonstration upon availability, which is
complimentary.
Price-
Standard Class-12800/- per person.(MIN-2PAX)
Executive Class- 18200/- per person (MIN-2 PAX)
Guwahati-Madan:Kamdev-Hajo-Sualkuchi-Sarthebari-Bordua-Majuli-
Sivasagar-Dibrugarh
Day-1: Guwahati Local Sight Seeing-Rest of the day at your discretion to
explore this gateway city to Northeast India and the riverfront of mighty Brahmaputra River.
In the evening set out on a River cruise to watch the sun go down the river and see yourself
why the river is locally called 'Luit'- colour of blood.
Day-2: Guwahati-Hajo-Sualkuchi- Assam produces three unique varieties of
silks, the Golden Muga, the White Pat and the warm Eri. Silks grown all over the state find
their way to Sualkuchi, 32 kms from Guwahati. Sualkuchi is one of the world's largest
weaving villages often called the Manchester of the East. The entire population here is
engaged in weaving exquisite silf fabrics. A renowned centre of silk production, particularly
known for Muga - the golden silk of Assam which is not produced anywhere else in the
world.
Day-3: Guwahati-Bordua After a leisurely breakfast drive to Bardoa
'Satra'(140km) (Baishnavite monastery), Birthplace of his holiness 'Shankardeva'. After lunch
at Nagaon drive to Majuli(130km from Kaziranga) the biggest river island in the world and
seat of Baishnavite culture enroute crossing mighty Brahmaputra River by ferry. Overnight at
Majuli. Majuli,Halt at Majuli.
Day-4: Majuli to Sivasagar, Early in the morning we will depart for Sivsagar, the
ancient capital of ahom kingdom (1699-1788). Taking a brief rest after lunch, visit Ranghar
the Capital and military station of Ahom Kings, then we visit the Tolatol Ghar a seven
storied building- Four above and Three Below the ground. The other significant
archaeological remains in Sivsagar are Shiva Doul, Vishnu Doul and the Tombs of Ahom
Kings and Queens in Charaideo Hillock. Overnight stay at Sivsagar. Halt at Sivasagar.
Day-5: Sivasagar-Dibrugarh, Drive to Dibrugarh after breakfast. Visit a tea
garden and admire the lifestyle of adivasis in the tea estate. Overnight stay at bunglow in
Dibrugarh. Halt at Dibrugarh,Monalisa Hotel.
Day-6: Departure from Dibrugarh Mohonbari Airport.
Price-
Standard Class-19450/- per person.
KINDLY SEE INCLUDES/EXCLUDES
Day 02: Deban-Haldibari (425m) : Morning cross-river Noa-Dihing River and start
trekking to Haldibari 6 km for bird watching. Overnight Tents, Haldibari.
Day 03: Haldibari-Hornbill (520m) : Morning trek to Hornbill 5km for bird watching.
Overnight Tents, Hornbill.
Day 04: Hornbill-Bulbulia (640m) : Morning trek to Bulbulia 3km for bird watching.
Overnight Tents, Bulbulia
Day 05: Bulbulia : Day trek upto Ranijheel (800m) and beyond 4km plus each way for bird
watching
Day 06: Bulbulia-Deban : Early morning trek back to Deban (14km). Afternoon bird
watching in and around the camp. Overnight Deban.
Day 08: Dibrugarh-Delhi/Kolkata : Transfer to airport for onward journey. Our service ends
here.
H.T-11:
At afternoon visit nearby Angami village of Jakhama. Return to Kohima and check into your
hotel room. Stay overnight at Kohima.
Bihu Dance…
Day 02: After breakfast visit Kamakhya Temple, a Major Hindu Pilgrimage site.
During the festival of Ambubashi more than a million devotees throng this holy place. Return to
hotel after paying homage to the mother godess Kamakhya and drive on to Cherrapunjee (170
Kms) the wettest region in the world receiving highest rainfall. Visiting en-route Borapani
Umiam Lake, a majestic placid lake with its surrounding sylvan hills Overnight stay in
Cherrapunjee.
Day 04: After an early morning breakfast walk to the Double Decker Living Root Bridge.
An engineering marvel of Indegenous Khasi Tribesmen. Who weaved the routes of the ereca tree
to make bridges across streams. Return to Chera Tourist Resort after a picnic lunch at the bridge.
Evening at leisure to experience the breathtaking views of the Khasi hills and the plains of
Bangladesh. Overnight at Cherapunjee.
Day 05: After breakfast drive to Shillong, the 'Scotland of the East".
En-route encounter Elephanta falls and Shillong peak for some breathtaking views. Overnight at
Shillong.
Day 06: Morning sightseeing at Shillong, admire the beauty of Shillong also called Scotland
of the East.
It is erstwhile capital of undivided Assam; present North-East and home to the Khasi Highland
tribes. Overnight at Shillong.
Also visit The State Museum, located at Bayani hill kohima, it gives you a peep into the various
aspects of Naga Culture. It displays dioramas of the lifestyle of the Naga tribes. Artifacts,
handlooms, & Handicrafts, Tools & Implements, Gems & Jewelry, Coins & Ancient weaponry
will give you an idea of the rich Culture and Heritage of the native people. Proceed to Kepfiizha
(Kigwema village) and check into Dimori Cove Guest.
Overnight stay at Dimori Cove.
Day 14: Kohima- Jorhat: Tea Capital of the world, the Thengal Mansion, Assamese village.
Early in the morning, we will drive to Jorhat (200 Kms 4 hrs), the tea-capital of Assam. On
arrival at Jorhat, you will be accommodated in the Thengal Mansion, a historic ancestral house
of a Tea Planter amidst an Asssamese village, 15 kms from Jorhat. The 72-year old Thangal
Mansion is to answer the queries on Assamese culture and tradition. After lunch and rest, take a
walk in a nearby village to see the simplicity of their lives.
Day 19:Tawang
After breakfast, visit 350years old Buddhist monastery, locally known as Gompa, which seems
to be suspended from heaven in an equally ethereal space. Also visit the nunneries locally called
Ani Gompa and Urgelling Monastery, 460 years old Monastery established by lama Urghen
Sangpo Bhumthang, which is also the birthplace of His holiness 6th Dalai Lama. In the evening
enjoy ethnic Monpa tribal dances and dances by Lamas. Overnight at Tawang.
Day 20: Tawang-Dirang
Waterfalls, Sela peak, Scenic beauty. Early morning drive to Jang to encounter the waterfalls,
one of the breathtaking sights. Move onto Dirang (150km), another heart pulling place with
scenic beauty, en-route stopping at Sela Top (14000 ft). Overnight stay at Dirang
Day 22: Trek to the valey to have look at the Rare Black Necked Cranes Wintering at
Sangti.
Return to Dirang Resort for some much needed refreshment. Overnight at Dirang.
Day 2 Gangtok- Tsomgu Lake- Nathula. ( night halt Gangtok ) Full-day excursion to Tsorngo
Lake and Kyongnosla Alpine Sanctuary en route to Nathu La. Overnight at the hotel.( Nathula
opens for general tourist on wed/thrs/sat.Sunday only.)
Day 5 Gangtok (half day sight seeing at Gangtok)- Pelling drop ( night halt pelling)
Day 8 Darjeeling full day sight seeing ( night halt Darjeeling) and shoping
1. Child POLICY: < 3 years FREE; 3-5 yrs @25%; 6-11 @ 75% sharing Parent’s Room
2. All Prices are subjected to change.
3. All packages are exclusive of any food charges, unless otherwise mentioned in prices heading,
Only executive packages are inclusive of Breakfast only, Daily Newspaper, A bottle of mineral water
daily per person.
4. Whenever viable star accommodation shall be provided in executive packages.
5. Vehicle shall be A.C in Executive ppackages.
6. Group packages transportation will be by standard Non-A.C mini/large coach.
7. Rates are for domestic tourist only, international tourists have to pay additional 15%, for their
Permits and special arrangement of guides/Translators.
8. Check in / check out 1200 hrs. Early check in / extended check out is subject to availability.
9. Hrishikesh Travels -shall not be held responsible or liable for any services that are offered by the
hotels, suppliers or ground handlers and are not within the control of Hrishikesh Travels.
10. Rooms are subject to availability.
Package Includes:
Accommodation on twin/family sharing basis, meals as per the Plan, transfers, transportation &
sightseeing as per itinerary and taxes,Inner – Line permits, On treks, tents with sleeping mats,
kitchen, dining and toilet facilities, animals and porters to carry up to 25 kg of personal baggage
per person. All taxes and trek permits, and Trek Manager and guide. Services of guides for local
sightseeing only.
(Prices/Rate may Change, so a last week confirmation and compliance may be needed)
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depositing the advance to us for agreed/ proposed tour / Packages/ Rental Service and other
hospitality related services offered by us .
• A fax confirming our Terms shall be taken as an agreement for the places outside
Kamrup Metro, Assam.
CANCELLATION POLICY: For Indian Residents, a service fee of Rs. 500 will be charged for
all bookings cancelled or amended after confirmation, over and above the supplier cancellation
charges if and as applicable. *Cancellations received less than 10 days but more than 5 days
prior to arrival - 50% cancellation fee. + All non refundable deposits if any paid to any
Hotel/Agent/Carrier. Cancellations received less than 5 days but more than 3 days prior to
Arrival -75% cancellation. + All non refundable deposits if any paid to any Hotel/Agent/Carrier.
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• 50 % tour deposit must accompany all bookings. Balance payment must be settled prior
to start of tour in full, without exception if otherwise, Hrishikesh Travels, Guwahati, is not
responsible for any cancellation of services due to non-payment.
In case you cancel the trip after commencement, refund would be restricted to a limited
amount, which too would depend on the amount that we would be able to recover from our
suppliers of services i.e. hotels/transporters etc. For unused hotel accommodation, chartered
transportation & missed meals, guide services etc. there will be no refund.
**Decisions made by Hrishikesh Travels, Guwahati, Assam shall be final, and in full force in
these regards.
Prices will be quoted on request for specific itinerary. See the including and excluding in the
final confirmation e-mail / Letter from us, and that shall be final, and any cost incurred thereafter
for any package modification is to be borne by the party/Individual/company.
All trips are deemed to be commencing and terminating at locations indicated below as per trip
planned:-
• Bagdogra Airport or New Jalpaiguri Rail station: for Kalimpong, Darjeeling and Sikkim
• Guwahati, Dibrugarh Airport/ Rail Station: For North East except Sikkim.
Restricted Area Permit (RAP): The states of Arunachal, Nagaland, Manipur, Sikkim and
Mizoram are restricted areas for foreigners. To visit these states they require the Restricted Area
Permit (RAP) which we will take care of. The permit is valid for a maximum period of 10 days
and to be eligible for the same a group should consist of minimum no. of 04 persons. However,
Nagaland allows married couple to enter in twos. Also, in case of Arunachal, even if you are
single or any no. less than 04 and you want to stay more than 10 days, we shall make a special
provision for your tour.
Individual foreigner visiting Arunachal Pradesh, Nagaland, Manipur, Sikkim and Mizoram,
require Restricted / Protected Area Permit (R.A.P) from the Ministry of Home Affairs,
Group tourists consisting of at least 4 (four) members can obtain the R.A.P , but MHA can issue
to individuals too. FRRO/FRO/CHIO can issue these permits (for certain areas) only for groups
of 4 or more foreigners.
Inner Line Permit- ILP required in Arunachal Pradesh, Mizoram, Nagaland,
Who requires ILP
Domestic Tourist who wants to enter Arunachal Pradesh, Mizoram, and Nagaland.Temporary
ILP: 15 days at a time, this can be extended to another 15 days / one month in exceptional
cases.Normal ILP: 6 months which can be extended for another 6 months.
(ILP Charges are included in Packages wherever indicated.)
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transport company, airline, coach or coach company, hotel etc. It takes care in putting all these ingredients in your
packages, but since it has no control in their operation, it cannot be held responsible for any loss, damage, injury or
death which may be caused by the act or default of the management or employees of any hoteliers, airlines, transport
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The full payment must be received according to the procedures laid down under payment terms.
2. The company reserves the right to terminate the contract after acceptance of deposit at any time and for any
reason but prior to the commencement of the tour without assigning any reason whatsoever. In such an
event the company shall refund the amount of the deposit to the client without payment of any interest.
3. The company reserves the right to terminate the contract midway if any misbehaving/ Physical assault
occurs to our personnel during tours and trips, who may accompany the troop as guides or facilitator.
4. The company reserves the right to terminate the contract midway if any immoral/ antisocial /antinational
orders being given or issued to our personnel during tours and trips, who may accompany the troop as
guides or facilitator.
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is found to be committing any immoral/ antisocial /antinational/illegal act not conforming to the laws of a
civilized society, and company shall respond appropriately.
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by the group or individual agreeing to our tours, anywhere, anytime during the time of the tour. Company
shall notify local police station or may take appropriate measures to prevent such incidents as far as
possible.
7. The company will take every care for the safety & comfort of the clients, but the company shall in no
circumstances whatsoever be liable to the client for
8. Any personal injury, sickness, death, accident, loss, delay, discomfort, increased expenses or any
misadventure howsoever caused.
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accommodation, refreshment, carriage facilities service for the client howsoever caused.
10. The temporary or permanent loss of or damage to baggage or any other personal objects howsoever caused.
11. Claims, disputes of any nature relating to the tours marketed by Hrishikesh Travels, Guwahati, Assam will
be settled in the Jurisdiction of Guwahati Courts alone.
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unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall nevertheless have full force & effect.
Medical telephonic consultation will be provided free of cost with every trip and at our Cottage Hrishikesh in
Kaziranga, Cottage Hrishikesh…
Thanking you.
Yours Faithfully
Abhijeet
Digitally signed by Abhijeet
DN: cn=Abhijeet, o=Discover North East India, ou=Hrishikesh
Travels, email=hrishikeshtravels@gmail.com, c=IN
Date: 2008.07.20 15:59:09 +05'30'
Mr.Abhijeet Goswami,
Partner
Mr.Bhupendra Narayan Goswami
Partner
Traveling to unfamiliar destinations can bring to you the sort of troubles you do not want to experience
while on the road namely: robbery, rape, or murder. Tourists often fall prey to perpetrators because they
do not prepare properly before embarking on a trip.
1. Never list your home address on the luggage tag. If on business, put the company's address on the tag;
if visiting friends you can list their address. Use covered luggage tags as well.
2. Stay with your luggage until the luggage is checked. If you must put your bag down, keep one foot on
the handle.
3. Carry important papers with you; NEVER check anything that you simply cannot afford to lose.
Photocopy your passport, driver's license and credit cards.
4. Bring a small flashlight. You never know when you'll suddenly be "in the dark" and find yourself in
unfamiliar surroundings. At night, keep your flashlight by your bed.
5. Make sure that your prescription medicines are filled properly and labeled accurately. In some
countries certain prescription medicines are forbidden.
6. Never wear anything that projects affluence. No gold chains, expensive watches and rings, luggage, or
other paraphernalia should be in easy view. Better yet: leave your jewelry at home.
8. Women particularly should never accept a drink from a stranger. Keep an eye on your drink at all
times.
9. Vary your schedule; try not to come and go at the same time everyday.
10. Only stay in a hotel that uses cards to open room doors and make sure your room has a peephole and a
deadbolt lock. Secure the chain and secure the door by pushing a rubber stop under it.
11. Stay in a room near a stairwell. Never take the elevator if a fire or smoke is detected. Always stay in a
hotel where the doors enter the hallway and not directly from the outside.
14. Sit behind the driver so you can see him, but he cannot see you.
15. Pay the driver upon arriving at your destination and while you are still sitting in the vehicle.
16. If you must rent a car, rent only from a reputable company. Any operating problems that occur could
signal sabotage.
17. Be aware of 'staged' car accidents meant to catch you off card.
20. If your cell phone does not work outside of the country, consider renting one that does for the duration
of your trip.
21. If detained for whatever reason by an official, ask for identification. If in doubt, tell them that you
want to see his superior. Keep your emotions in check.
22. If traveling with children, bring along an updated photograph of each child in the event that you
become separated from them.
23. Write your child's name and your hotel number on each card; include a close friend's or relative's
contact information on the card. Give a card to each child which they will carry with them as long as you
are away. Destroy once home.
24. Discuss with your family what they would do in event of an emergency while away from home, e.g.
whom to call, how to contact emergency personnel, etc.
25. Do not discuss travel plans, your room number or any other personal information in public within
earshot of strangers.
26. Bring along a basic first aid kit with bandages, iodine, mosquito repellant, sunscreen, alcohol packets,
dramamine, pepto bismol, diarrhea medicine, etc.
27. Familiarize yourself with train and bus schedules before traveling. Have an alternate plan in place in
the event your transportation plans change.
28. Do not flash your passport in public. Discreetly show important documents to officials only.
30. Watch for scams on the street. Children working with adults are notorious as pickpockets.
31. Never flash your money in public. Exchange funds with reputable and recognized exchangers only.
33. Consider renting an escort [security] service if traveling in areas where crime is high.
The key to safe traveling in any area is situational awareness. Distractions because of luggage, children,
hotel personnel, strangers, etc. can put you at risk.