EXPEDITION ITINERARY

Scouts in London

 

Phase 1:- Acclimatisation
- Arrive in Colombo
- Visit Elephant Orphanage
- Visit to temple of the Tooth
- Visit Tea Factory

     
Young People of Hammersmith and Fulham   Phase 2: - Expedition
- Gold Duke of Edinburgh's Expedition
- Jungle Trek
- Mountain Bike Trek
Scounts in Hammersmith and Fulham

 

Phase 3: - Community Project
- Refurbish run down school
- Prepare school for hand back to community
- Handover ceremony

     
Fulham Expeditions   Phase 4: - Depart
- Visit to Military War Graves
- Rest and relaxation
- Souvenir shopping
- Make way to Airport

Please read below about Boutique Sri Lanka who helped us put together this itinerary:

Boutique Sri Lanka

Cadets Hammersmith

   
     

Boutique Sri Lanka is a tour operator based in Nottingham with a wealth of experience in Sri lanka. Their passion for the island is born out of traveling there for the past 5 years and they subsequently spend 30% of each year in the country. They have discovered and reviewed all the best hotels and secret hideaways to bring visitors an authentic tour full of Sri lankan charm and spirit. Well established for their unrivalled portfolio of boutique authentic hotels and planning service, they have now established a reputation for young person adventure holidays, in particular cadets. They have an office in Sri lanka and UK so that clients have their dream holiday surpassed from planning to vacation. They offer a superb and exclusive fleet of cars/ coaches with experienced English speaking licensed driver guides.

Sri lanka is a magical country where you will never be in the same terrain for more than half an hour. Sri Lanka offers a wide array of culture, hills, produce, wildlife, history, water sports and not to mention stunning beaches. However, Boutique Sri lanka have partnered with the best portfolio of small hotels / bungalows and adventure guides to ensure a personal service and characterful holiday where marble and soulless reception rooms are never to be seen.

There are no set packages and each bespoke tour will provide a specialist guide pertinent to their interests. Safety with school and young parties is essential and Boutique Sri lanka will meet all guidelines and laws. They personally check-out all hotels to ensure that the children will be cared for.

Lindsay Howard, founding Director, is a Gold Duke of Edinburgh Award holder herself and her colleagues are equal lovers of the outdoors and adventure. Hence, they have developed and executed a series of interesting and challenging expeditions for cadets, schools and families alike.

From trekking, to camping, white water rafting to jungle survival, the detail is carefully planned to the client’s needs. Young people will have the opportunity to explore the communities of Sri lanka and if desired contribute to their village life through community and charitable relief projects. However a game of cricket, friendships and a relaxing leisure trip is never omitted. From wildlife safaris, elephant orphanages and beach rest, the variety is always there.

Boutique sri lanka also have close links with charitable networks, Rotary and community projects and who will embrace willing volunteers and provide realistic and challenging projects which fulfil all safety guidelines.

 

Boutique Sri Lanka’s reputation for quality in Sri lanka is unsurpassed and client feedback is excellent. The company would like to share Sri lanka with more young people and they firmly believe it is an excellent country for cadet expeditions. Boutique Sri Lanka are willing to present and reassure parents , they will invest the time in creating an unforgettable experience and negotiating great rates so that all visitors leave with fond memories and new friends in this beautiful island.

For further details contact Lindsay Howard, Managing Director and Sri lanka Specialist. Tel 0870 833 2080 or lindsay@boutiquesrilanka.com

Expedition Blue Falcon

A 14 night expedition has been created covering a variety of terrain, wildlife, and community interest. The expedition will include :

The cadets will be challenged to a 3 day Duke of Edinburgh Award 37mile expedition where they will face new wildlife, nature , survival techniques plants, miles and heights. They will orienteering themselves but with specialist guides in the wings who are familiar with the country and treks.

A joint cadet program where the Fulham cadets will meet their counterparts in Sri lanka

A 3 day charitable project contributing to a developing community in need of support following financial deprivation or Tsunami.

Bike riding through the hill and tea country stopping for picnics by waterfalls.

A wildlife jeep safari through Yal National Park, sighting all wildlife and specifically elephants, leopards and bears.

A cultural trip to Kandy to see the great Temple of the Tooth and the famous elephant orphanage.


Lindsay Howard
Boutique Sri Lanka


Consultant Helpline: 0870 833 3838
Direct line: +44 (0) 870 833 2080
Headoffice Fax. +44 870 0941642
lindsay@boutiquesrilanka.com
www.boutiquesrilanka.com

 

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