Q: When are we meant to meet?
A: The group should all meet up in Kota Kinabalu the day or night before the expedition start date, i.e. day 0. Accommodation will be arranged (and paid for) for you for this night, unless you state otherwise. In exceptional circumstances we could meet participants on the morning of the first day.

Q: When is the earliest we can fly back if we want to complete the expedition?
A: The earliest you should book your return flight from Kota Kinabalu is the evening of the last day of the expedition.

Q: Will Ecology Expeditions be in contact with me before I leave for Borneo?
A: Of course! We will e-mail to you an Expedition Document which will contain information on your expedition such as:
Meeting times and place, kit lists, preparation including fitness preparation, and what to expect.
We also will need you to complete a health questionnaire.

Q: How shall I book my flights?
A: You can use any travel agents to do this, or you can do it yourself.

Q: What about Travel Insurance?
A: This is a requirement for all Participants, and must include cover for the following:
Search and Rescue costs, all medical costs, all repatriation costs and cancellation and curtailment costs. We can suggest a policy if you are unsure, just e-mail us.

Q: How fit do I need to be?
A: You need a reasonable level of fitness. The aim of the trekking phase of the expeditions is to give everybody the experience of ‘life in the jungle’. It’s not intended as a physical test, and it is intended to give groups time to fully enjoy their surroundings and savour the experience.

Q: Do I need to train for the expeditions?
A: It depends, if you already do exercise fairly regularly then you can carry on as you are. If you don’t then it would be a good idea to begin exercising a few times per week. In short, like with any activity involving physical exertion, the fitter you are the easier it is! You can contact us for a more detailed discussion on this if you like.