The Fine Print for Custom Trips

The following policies apply to Custom/Exclusive trips. Click HERE for Fine Print for scheduled trips. All figures are in US dollars.

Reservations
Reservations are guaranteed only upon receipt of non-refundable deposit. Required deposit may vary depending on the trip. (Usually around 20%).

Payment Deadlines
Full payment, minus any deposit previously paid, is due no later than 90 days prior to the start of a custom trip. Late payment will be considered cancellation of the trip by you and may result in losing your reservation, deposit and any other payments in accordance with the cancellation policies below.

Cancellation & Refunds
In the unlikely event that we cancel the trip, your payments, including deposit will be fully refunded. No other costs that you incur will be refunded and you may want to consider refundable airline tickets and/or trip cancellation insurance.

If you cancel for any reason after your reservation has been confirmed, your deposit will not be refunded. (The deposit is $250/person for scheduled trips and varies for custom trips.)

In addition, if you cancel for any reason within 30-45 days of the scheduled start of the trip, the following cancellation fees will apply: 30% of total trip cost.

If you cancel after 30 days prior to the start date, there will be no refunds.

If, at any time, we determine that you may not be suitable for safe participation for medical or any other reasons, the above schedule of cancellation fees will also apply. No other costs that you incur will be refunded. Prior to the start of the trip, we make this determination based on your Health and Lifestyle form. We encourage you to complete this form as soon as possible and keep us informed of any change in your condition. Travel Insurance is recommended.

Note: Any participants exhibiting behavior which negatively affects the experience of the other members, or the safety or well being of themselves or others may be removed from the particular activity or the trip without refund.

Payment

Deposits are most easily paid via the secure page on our website when you register for your trip.

Deposits may also be paid by check although your reservation may not be confirmed until the deposit is received in the mail.
Full and final payment may be by check or wire transfer.
Participants from other countries may make individual arrangements for payment, usually by wire transfer.

A special note regarding delays:
Some of our trips take you to remote areas where weather conditions and other factors are unpredictable and beyond our control. If a certain aspect of your trip cannot be undertaken due to unforseen circumstances we will make every effort to provide a substitute activity if possible.

You should be aware that there is a chance that weather conditions may delay your on-time return to Anchorage, particularly with fly-in, fly-out trips. This delay could result in missing your flight home or other changes to your shedule after the Exposure trip. We can take no responsibility for any additional costs incurred and highly recommend Travel Insurance. .

What is not provided...

Before the trip.
Cost of preparation including medical check-ups and insurance. Your transportation to and from the meeting place in Anchorage is not included and arrangement of your travel is entirely your responsibility.

All expenses that you incur prior to the pick-up time, including accommodation in Anchorage, are your responsibility.

Food.
At times, you may have the opportunity to buy snacks, alcohol, or meals out at your own expense.

Equipment.
Your personal gear including all clothing as specified in the supplied gear list, proper footwear, sleeping bag, pad, backpack. Some gear is available for rent at an additional charge.

Health & medical needs.
All medical expenses charged by other agencies or medical providers for evacuation or treatment are entirely the responsibility of the participant. All participants should have adequate insurance to cover these expenses.

Other expenses.
Alcoholic or specialty drinks, laundry, postage. Fishing license, travel insurance.

Gratuities are not included but always appreciated.

What is provided...

Assistance with preparing for your trip.
Once your deposit is received, we'll provide you with extensive preparation guidelines.

Pick up in Anchorage on the designated meeting day.
We'll pick you up anywhere in Anchorage on the morning of Day 1. All expenses that you incur prior to the pick-up time, including accommodation in Anchorage, are your responsibility unless specifically arranged otherwise in advance.

Local transportation.
From the time we pick you up until the end of the trip and we drop you off back in Anchorage, all program related transportation costs are included.

Food.
With specified exceptions, all meals and snacks are provided for the duration of the trip.

Training.
We'll teach you what you need to know for all the activities throughout your stay with us. There are no additional costs.

Guides, leaders, instructors.
We provide qualified leaders for all activities.

Equipment.
We provide all group camping gear, such as tents and cooking equipment, boats and any other technical gear required for the activities (such as ice axes, ropes, etc.) We provide emergency and safety equipment and any other specialized, non-personal equipment needed.

Accommodation.
We provide for all of your accommodation needs for the nights as specified.

Health & medical needs.
All teams will be equipped with a group medical kit and at least one staff member trained in wilderness first-aid.

Over 20 years experience in the most remote areas of the world. Alaskan owned and operated.

The Fine Print - Custom/Exclusive Trips