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Terms and Conditions
Please read completely then proceed to registration using the link at the bottom of this page

Jerry Wills
4727 E. Bell Road
Suite 45-465
Phoenix, Arizona 85032

602 604 0212

Jerry and/ or Kathy Wills dba Xpeditions, its associates and affiliates are acting strictly as agents for you in obtaining the travel arrangements outlined in the trip itinerary.

A $500 (US funds) deposit holds your place. You may make that payment by using our secure payment method by sending us a certified check or made a direct deposit to our bank (Bank of America). Once you've finished please proceed to the "Registration Page" to complete the process. You pay "Tips and Taxes" ($100 per trip segment) once you arrive or on the first morning of your trip.

 

Payment (if other than through a travel agent)
You may send a certified check - payable to "Jerry or Kathy Wills". We prefer this to using PayPal. However, you may pay using PayPal. You do not need a PayPal account to do this. There is a 4% charge for this service. Please request a PayPal link by email.

In the event we are in Peru you will need to send your payment ahead using a wire transfer. Please ask, we will provide you banking information. If you pay using PayPal and discover you need to wire transfer instead we will refund your credit card once the wire transfer has arrived to Lima.

With either method, you may pay for more than one person. It is essential you include a memo with instructions, clearly identifying each person and the amount paid for each person. You will easily see where this is done if using PayPal. Otherwise, include a note with your payment.

 

Deposits and Registration
A completed and signed registration form (on the next page) must be submitted for each passenger, along with the appropriate deposit, a minimum of 45 days prior to departure. These registration forms will be processed on a first come first served basis. Due to us limiting the number of passengers for each journey, you will be notified upon our receipt of your deposit if space is available. Should the trip be sold out, you will be given the opportunity to remain on a waiting list, transfer to another trip, or cancel your registration. In any of these cases, upon your request, you will be given a full refund.

Should there be fewer than 10 participants (not counting the tour guides) there will an additional amount due. This amount can be determined by multiplying the total cost by 10% (example 2850 X 10% = 280.00). If there are fewer than 5 passengers any scheduled trip could be canceled. It is a good idea to purchase travel insurance, which will cover any expenses you might have encountered in preparing for the trip (air tickets, etc.). Check with your travel insurer for complete details and coverage.

 

Deposit forfeiture/ Cancelled Trip
Should you cancel for any reason after your deposit has been accepted, all but 10% of the trip costs will be refunded up to 46 days prior to trip scheduled start date. Cancellations within 45 days of departure are subject to a 50% cancellation fee. Cancellations within 30 days of departure are non refundable.

Should the trip be canceled by Xpeditions for any reason you will be refunded any amount not sent to Peru to secure your trip. In the event of an unavoidable situation (death or any personal disaster), political unrest, acts of God, or trip cancellation, it is recommended you have trip insurance. This is only one reason to have trip insurance - to protect yourself from unforeseen incidents. Though we do not anticipate an event such as death (or disaster) we live in a volatile world.  Please protect your trip investment with insurance.

 

Trip Insurance
From experience we have found it necessary to obtain traveler's insurance. It is not expensive and will reimburse you should any event keep you from traveling, or unavoidable/ unexpected circumstances interfere with your journey. With trip insurance the investment you have made is protected should any accident, home emergency or misfortune occur. Medical help, evacuation and flight interruptions can be very expensive. Problems are easily negotiated with trip insurance.
Travel insurance is highly suggested and available by following the icon above. See "Trip Insurance", or click <here>

 

Invoicing and Payments
It is your responsibility to provide full payment, less your deposit, no later than 35 days from departure. If full payment in the form of certified check or cash is not received 35 days from departure, you may be replaced on the trip and be subject to forfeiture as specified above.
In certain circumstances - and with prior approval - you may bring the balance with you to Peru. Under these situations, you are required to provide payment once you arrive. Payment can only be made with cash at that time.

Individuals joining the trip at the last minute are required to pay in Lima using cash only. Payment must be accompanied with your registration sheet. It is your responsibility to present the full amount, including tips and taxes.

 

Accommodations
Based on double occupancy, prices as quoted are per person. Those traveling alone may purchase a single room as detailed within the registration form. Those requesting assistance in selecting an appropriate roommate are subject to be charged for a single room if a suitable roommate cannot be found, or if space prohibits due to when you arrive on the trip schedule. We will make every attempt to find an appropriate roommate, but we cannot be held responsible for their suitability, or guarantee a single room.

 

Trip Class and Standards
All flights are provided on scheduled passenger airlines. You are subject to those carrier's terms and conditions in conjunction with these flights. It is your responsibility to inspect your international tickets to be certain dates and times are correct. International and (if not included in your trip itinerary) domestic airfare are your responsibility.

 

Hotels
Hotels and Hostels used will be clean and livable, complete with bathrooms (not all Hostels have private bathrooms), hot and cold running water, room cleaning services and those other amenities one would expect, except while we are in the jungle or during any expedition, such as Markawasi. You are assigned accommodations as the guest of the Hotels and Hostels in which arrangements have been made. You are subject to all terms and conditions outlined by that specific hotel. Tour operators reserve the right to substitute accommodations. In the event it becomes necessary to change lodging due to unforeseen events you might be required to pay an additional fee. Though you would need to pay this at that time, this would be covered by your trip insurance policy.

 

Transportation
All ground transportation is provided. There are other options for travel. For example in Iquitos you might want to take the taxi because it's a lot of fun. This cost is not included.

Meals
Meals are provided as detailed in your itinerary. Any additional foods or beverages, or meals not covered within the itinerary, are at an additional cost. Your tour price includes only those foods and beverages provided to the entire group.

 

Sightseeing
All admission fees are paid as detailed in the trip itinerary. A trained English speaking guide accompanies each portion of the journey.

 

Items Not Included
Gratuities and/or special requested services, airport taxes, departure tax, or items of a personal nature such as laundry, drinks, etc... essentially, any item not specifically detailed in the trip itinerary is not included in the price of the trip.

 

Health Advisory, Physical Standards and Attitude
Currently there are no requirements for shots or other inoculations to enter Peru. However, the U.S. health dept. suggests differently. It is your decision to protect yourself as they prescribe.

If you are under a doctors care it is your responsibility to check with your physician regarding your ability, capacity or condition in relation to the rigors of altitude (usually above 11,000 feet elevation) and / or travel. In other words, we offer the journey. It is up to you to insure you are able to travel.

If, once you arrive, or at any time during the trip, you are:
(1) Unable to enter or exit any transportation due to a handicap we have not been made aware of...
(2) Unable to walk, or...
(3) Become unable to take care of yourself during any portion of the trip due to severe illness or injury...
(4) If your attitude becomes aggressive or abrasive, you do not respect others, or you cannot (or will not) maintain proper cleanliness (body or speech)...
(5)
Abusing drugs or alcohol (there are severe penalties for being caught with drugs like cocaine, MJ, or meth)...
You will not be allowed to continue with the trip. We will do our best to help you find suitable accommodations, or help you return home at your expense. By agreeing to the terms and conditions you agree that you fully understand, and do not hold liable, anyone associated with the trip if you are asked to exit the trip by the tour leader(s) or land operator within Peru. It is your responsibility to be physically able to endure the rigors of traveling through a third world country.

Basically, we will not put up with any B/S... no exceptions. Those who have invested into this trip do not want to deal with this kind of thing either. This is an adventure of the spirit, and at times incorporates unpredictable experiences had while on an expedition. The effort on our part is rigorous and demanding. We do our best to keep you safe and well cared for. We do not, and will not, take time away from the experience - or allow anyone to interfere with the trip - for any of the issues mentioned above. It just isn't fair to anyone.

However, it should be clearly understood that should you need help, are not feeling well, or have had an incident requiring patience or more time then usual, we will be there for you. You will never be left alone to fend for yourself, left behind, or made to feel like an impediment to the group. The rules outlined above are specifically for those who join us and have no common ground of being part of a team effort, or exhibit a severe lack of respect and/ or consideration for others within the group. I think you understand what we mean...

 

Tip and Taxes
Upon your arrival to Lima you are required to prepay $100 for tips (baggage handlers, airport taxes, drivers) using small bills [20's or 50's]. This currency must have no ink spots, tears or look worn looking - in other words, pristine currency.

It has been our experience to collect this fee in advance to avoid confusion and unnecessary complication as we travel from point to point. You will see many who ask for a tip. Sometimes they were only standing nearby, did nothing, and saw an opportunity to receive money for no reason. To keep things simple, we collect $100 per per person as mentioned above. Because we carefully choose who helps us during the trip, we know who receives the appropriate tip. Do not allow anyone to help you without checking with Kathy or I, or your guide. Your things will remain "yours" if you follow this simple suggestion.

Additionally, traveling in Peru is different than US travel. Airport taxes are not included in the ticket price. Once at the airport, we must pay this tax before boarding. Tax at each airport is different.

For ease of travel we collect these fee's in advance and pay them for you. The only tip you might offer is for a restaurant worker, maid or someone who has helped you beyond the call of duty, and you feel they deserve this tip. Shamen and guides are not tipped from the "Tips and Taxes" fund. These funds are strictly used for travel needs.

 

Customer Disclosure Notice
Jerry and Kathy Wills , Xpeditions, Xpeditions TV and/ or their employees, agents, and affiliates (hereafter referred to as agents) will not be held responsible for any damage, expenses or inconveniences to persons or property, caused by any airlines, transportation companies, hotels, restaurants, or others involved in providing these services.
Any price increases by land or air suppliers are the responsibility of you, the purchaser of the trip. You will be made aware of any increase once we have been notified or otherwise discover this has occurred. At that time we expect remuneration of these costs.

Agents and affiliates act only as representatives for you in coordinating and providing you with these arrangements. Any disputes arising out of these tours must be filed with the provider of that specific service within 30 days of trip inception. All prices quoted are correct at the time of printing, but could change due to circumstances beyond our control. No other guarantees or conditions are written or implied. As the leader of these tours, and the owner of the company, I want to assure you that we plan to do everything possible to insure you are treated in a professional manner that we would expect.

Furthermore, I want this trip to be the most fantastic adventure you have ever experienced, with your safety and well-being always clear and ever present in my mind. Everything you have just read was meant to clearly state our policies and to insure you understand you will be treated professionally. Each of us will see to this in every detail! But because things can sometimes happen, we require you purchase Travelers Insurance. Please use the link at the top of each page to access the page where insurance is purchased. This is the same company we have used for years, and the agency we use for ourselves.

Now that you have read this completely, please print and sign anywhere on the page assuring us you understand and agree.
Afterward, follow the link below to register for your trip. Welcome to the adventure!

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