Best of Bali: ubud

March 30-April 3, 2023

Fivelements, Bali opened in late 2010 as the first of a new genre of wellness destinations bridging the wisdom of traditional healing cultures with innovative wellness concepts. To date, the eco-wellness retreat has been recognized with eighteen international awards spanning across hotel, wellness, spa, culinary and sustainable design industries. Fivelements has earned its position as an innovative leader in wellness concept design, retreats and programs, plant-based innovative cuisine and wellness hospitality worldwide.

The co-founders' intention is to co-create healing and wellness concepts and destinations that share:

• A vision for love and its power to transform

• An aspiration for bridging the wisdom, philosophies and healing practices of traditional cultures with innovative wellness services

• An eco-consciousness linking our mission to inspiring design

By focusing our efforts toward this, we will collectively make a greater impact on the wellness of humanity. Love all, serve all.

Fivelements Food:

To celebrate “aliveness,” Fivelements provides a unique cuisine of plant-based, raw vegan living foods. The exciting tastes, pure flavors, and fresh textures are complemented by the sheer beauty of these artful, colorful dishes. All dishes are made with locally sourced ingredients supporting local farmers and sustainable agriculture, and every bite is a gesture of self-care for mind, body and soul.

Fivelements Accommodations:

Fivelements offers a range of suites right on the banks of the Ayung River. Relax in a private outdoor bath, enjoy complimentary breakfast or sit by the balcony and admire the lush green views.

Riverside Suites

Each riverside suite is housed in a private pavilion fashioned after a sacred spiral and embellished with traditional Balinese ‘Songket’ textiles and antique touches. Each has a spacious terrace overlooking Bali’s sacred Ayung River, with a healing alfresco bathhouse including chromotherapy lighting, air-conditioning, sound system with iPod dock, wifi Internet access, safety box, hairdryer and a generous array of amenities.

Each Riverside Suite will have a king bed and the plush daybed sofa can be converted into a bed for a child.

Hillside Suite

Featuring a large private plunge pool, a relaxing day bed and seating area with views over the large Balinese garden. The modern Balinese inspired suite features natural wooden floors, antique touches, a writing table, a super King-size bed or two Queen twin beds embellished with traditional Balinese Songket textiles. The plush daybed sofa can be converted into a bed for a child. The en suite bathrooms offer an outdoor shower, a separate large volcanic stone bathtub and two spacious wardrobes.

Two Bedroom Bidadari Riverfront Suite With Private Pool

Designed to reflect the wonderful traditions of Bali this spacious two-bedroom suite with King–size beds and sweeping mosquito nets creates a sanctuary surrounded by the lush jungle. The generous terraces and open air living room flanking Bali's sacred Ayung River, en suite open air (yet private) bathrooms, a large plunge pool, two private bamboo bathhouses featuring large open-air bathtubs hewn from volcanic stone. Soak away as you gaze over the flowing river and nature, bringing mind, body and spirit in unison.

A perfect suite for a family or friends looking to share their special stay by the river and enjoy the privacy of your own pool.

The Two Bedroom Bidadari Riverfront Suite will have two king beds and the plush daybed sofa can be converted into a bed for a child.

To Do in ubud

REGISTRATION FORM

PLEASE TYPE CAREFULLY! INACCURATE INFORMATION WILL RESULT IN TRAVEL DELAYS AND/OR CHANGE FEES.

(PLEASE SUBMIT ONE REGISTRATION FORM PER HOUSEHOLD -MAX 3 PEOPLE PER REGISTRATION FORM)

PRICING DETAILS

PRICE PER suite: 

Riverside Suite

$1,158/pp (double occupancy)
$976/pp (triple occupancy)

Hillside Pool Suite
(This suite type has an indoor shower)

$1,236 (double occupancy)
$1,028 (triple occupancy)

Two Bedroom Bidadari Pool Suite

$1,134/pp- 5 person occupancy

For international travel, a passport book is required. Most locations require at least 6 months before expiration on your passport as well as 2 blank visa pages. Please make sure to have the correct and updated documents if applicable. If you have a criminal background, you are responsible for knowing the travel restrictions pertaining to the offense.

INCLUDED IN THE QUOTE

• Round Trip Airfare

• Ground Transportation

  • Round trip airport transportation.

  • Complimentary round trip Ubud city shuttle

• Hotel accommodations at Fivelements Bali Resort

  • Sofa bed for triple occupancy or more

• Private Tour Guide and Tours

  • Best of Bali Instagram Tour (Private, customizable)

• Some Meals

  • Breakfast each day

  • lunch w/tour

• Most taxes and fees

  • Tour taxes and fees

  • Service fees and commissions (NON REFUNDABLE)

  • Current VAT- if this fee changes, we will need to collect additional charges.

NOT INCLUDED

• 4% processing fee per payment (if paying w/credit card)

• Local taxis

• Most meals/beverages (unless included in the itinerary)

• Gratuities

• Optional Travel Insurance *DUE AT TIME OF BOOKING- PLEASE REVIEW THE DETAILS OF EACH PLAN THOROUGHLY

  • Basic (starting at $250)

    • Please Note: This plan does NOT include epidemic or pandemic-related illness, individually-ordered quarantine, and denied boarding.

  • Cancel for Anytime (starting at $400)

    • Please Note: Under certain conditions, covered reasons for some benefits of this plan include epidemic or pandemic-related illness, individually-ordered quarantine, and denied boarding.

  • Other insurance options are available, if you have questions or want more coverage options, please let us know at time of booking.

SUGGESTED PAYMENT SCHEDULE

Because airfare needs to be purchased right away, and large deposits are due for the resort, it is best to pay this total in full.
No monthly payment plan will be offered; however, if you need to have flexibility with payments, please reach out and we can discuss options.

Option 1: Full Payment
Full payment (plus insurance)- due no later than October 15, 2022.
If you need to have payment due at a later date, we can accommodate this; however, pricing and availability are subject to change.
*Please keep in mind, a 4% processing fee will be charged at time of payment if paying with credit card. (this has not been included in the costs.)

REGISTRATION 

• A completed registration form (one per household -max 3 people per registration form)

FINAL PAYMENT

• Payments not received on time will result in reservation cancellation without refund.

• Additional bookings after the final payment deadline may result in higher prices, less availability and additional administrative fees.

• Fee amounts imposed are at the discretion of Zone Travel.

CANCELLATION

We sell a variety of travel related products from different suppliers and service providers ("Suppliers"). Each Supplier has its own terms and conditions that are applicable to your particular arrangements in addition to our general terms and conditions, and you should make sure you understand them.

Zone Travel is acting as intermediary or a "Booking Agent" for products and services that are not directly supplied by us (e.g., air carriage and ground transportation, hotel accommodations, meals, tours, cruises, etc.). We are not a co-vendor of such products and services. You will be entering into a separate contract with such Suppliers in connection with such products and services.

Zone Cancel policy: By making payments to Zone Travel for this trip you are agreeing to all Terms and Conditions listed on the Zone Travel website. https://www.zone-travel.com/termsandconditions

Vendor Cancel policy: Each vendor has their own policies, which we have to apply.

Cancellation in writing must be received by Zone Travel 60 days prior to departure for appropriate refund on the land tour cost minus the following fees:

• Commissions and Travel insurance are non-refundable.

FAQ

COVID-19 ENTRY REQUIREMENTS FOR BALI

Covid-19 Vaccine: Passengers aged 18 years and older must hold a Covid-19 vaccination certificate or vaccination card, in paper or digital format, proving that they have been fully vaccinated with two or more doses completed at least 14 days prior to departure. Foreign passengers who are fully vaccinated with a combination of two different vaccines, or with vaccines that are authorised only in foreign countries, are also permitted. The certificate must be written in English and in addition to the language of the vaccination country of origin. This does not apply to: Passengers who hold an official doctor's certificate or a recovery certificate confirming they have recovered from Covid-19; Passengers who hold a diplomatic or service visa, provided they are part of a foreign official or state visit on ministerial level and higher rank; or Passengers who hold proof that they cannot be vaccinated for medical reasons.

• Covid-19Form:Passengers must download and complete their user profile on the Pedulilindungi application on Androidor Appleprior to departure.

• Visa may be obtained on arrival in Indonesia. Maximum stay of 30 days.

• Passengers not holding onward/return tickets or other acceptable evidence of onward/return travel may be refused entry.

• Passengers must complete the Electronic Customs Declaration and obtain a QR code within 3 days prior to departure. A Customs Declaration in paper format will not be accepted.

FARE RULES

Departure

Manila to Bali (Denpasar)

The following applies to GO Basic Fare

• Cancellation / Rerouting - Allowed if you purchased CEB Flexi.

• Rebooking - Allowed, but change fee and fare differences may apply

• No Show - Fares and all other fees are forfeited or considered flown.

• Name Change - Allowed within 24 hours from time of booking (either first or last name only).

• Baggage Allowance - Not included. You may purchase this via the 'Manage Booking' page on our website.

• Seats - Not included. You may purchase this via the 'Manage Booking' page on our website.

Return

Bali (Denpasar) to Manila

The following applies to GO Basic Fare

• Cancellation / Rerouting - Allowed if you purchased CEB Flexi.

• Rebooking - Allowed, but change fee and fare differences may apply

• No Show - Fares and all other fees are forfeited or considered flown.

• Name Change - Allowed within 24 hours from time of booking (either first or last name only).

• Baggage Allowance - Not included. You may purchase this via the 'Manage Booking' page on our website.

• Seats - Not included. You may purchase this via the 'Manage Booking' page on our website.

SEATING GUIDELINES

Guest must consider seating space for inflight safety and comfort as aircraft seats have different dimension. More information can be found here.

CHECK-IN GUIDELINES

Guest must bring a valid photo-ID on the day of travel. Guest need to present this to airport security when entering the airport terminal and upon check-in. The name in the photo-ID should match the guest’s name that was entered upon booking. If guest fails to present a valid photo-ID, he/she may be refused check-in. For senior citizens and persons with disabilities, OSCA ID and PWD IDs need to be presented at check-in.

Check-in counters will open 2 hours before scheduled flight departure and will close strictly 1 hour before flight departure. A confirmed booking shall be cancelled and released to waitlisted persons if the guest failed to check-in within the prescribed time. Guests must be at the boarding gate at least 30 minutes before flight departure as we close the gate 15 minutes before flight departure. Guests not at the boarding gate at the prescribed time will not be allowed to board the aircraft

Guests are responsible in ensuring compliance with the immigration, custom or other legal requirements of the countries that guests have flown from, or will fly into or over. Guest should ensure that he/she possesses a valid passport with at least six (6) months validity from the date of the guest departure and the applicable valid visas. Guest must also have a printed copy of return or onward ticket and must be able to satisfactorily prove upon request sufficient means of financial support during the guest’ stay in the country of destination.

Cebu Pacific is strictly a point-to-point carrier and shall not be responsible for any connecting flight arrangement which guest may choose to make. Guests are advised to plan any connecting flights accordingly.

For web and Call Center transactions, all guests (other than those exempted from paying travel tax), departing from the Philippines to international sectors shall pay the Philippine travel tax amounting to PhP1,620.00 at the respective airport in the Philippines prior to departure.

Guests are strongly advised not to bring valuable and fragile items as checked baggage. If guests check them in, the airline shall not be responsible for the damage to those items and that guests agree that the airline will carry them at guest's own risk.

Booking Changes

Changes must be done more than 1 hour before the flight subject to penalties and fare difference.

Online check-in

Check in through the Cebu Pacific mobile app or website to get your seat number and boarding pass.

Mobile and web check in options are available seven (7) days before the scheduled flight. Domestic passengers have until one (1) hour before their flight to check in online, while international passengers have until four (4) hours before their flight.

Airport counters and boarding gates

Bag Drop and check-in counters open as early as 3 hours before your flight. Check-in and boarding times vary and depend on the airport of departure.

Check-in and Bag Drop counters will close strictly 1 hour before flight departure.

After check-in, you must be at your designated boarding gate 45 minutes before the scheduled time of departure.

Valid Photo ID

For guests with Interline itineraries, the Operating Carrier’s check-in and boarding times apply.

Prepaid Baggage

Purchase Prepaid Baggage up to 2 hours before your flight.

Bags for check-in must not exceed 30 kilos per piece, and not contain fragile or valuable items. You may carry one item inside the aircraft cabin, provided it weighs 7 kilos or less.

Travel documents

International travelers must present valid passports and applicable visas. Cebu Pacific is a point-to-point carrier so please ensure that you have all the necessary visas or documents required for entry to the destination indicated on your Cebu Pacific itinerary.

• Those connecting via Dubai may avail of baggage transfer services 24 hours before arrival.

• All passengers flying into Sydney must clear immigration upon arrival. Those who have onward connections to a third country will not be able to use transit facilities and cannot avail of the transit-without-visa privilege, regardless of their connecting time.

Philippine Travel Tax

Philippine passport holders are required to pay for the Philippine Travel Tax amounting to Php1,620 when traveling internationally from the Philippines. For bookings made online or through the call center, you may pay through TIEZA (Tourism Infrastructure and Enterprise Zone Authority) website or at their booth on the day of travel.

Terms and conditions

You may view the full Cebu Pacific and Cebgo Terms and Conditions by going to https://www.cebupacificair.com/pages/plan-trip/conditions-of-carriage and your Air Passenger Rights here: https://cab.gov.ph/downloads/air-passenger-bill-of-rights

COVID-19 REQUIREMENTS FOR ENTERING THE PHILIPPINES

Covid-19Vaccine on Departure:Foreign passengers must hold a Covid-19 vaccination certificate or vaccination card proving that they have been fully vaccinated with a full dose of the Covid-19 vaccine through the Gotong Royong Scheme.This does not apply to:Passengers who hold a diplomatic or official visa, provided they are part of a foreign official or state visit on ministerial level and higher rank; Passengers who entered Indonesia under the Travel Corridor Arrangement scheme; Passengers aged 11 years and younger; or Passengers in transit, provided they do not leave the airport area.

• Covid-19Form:All passengers must complete the One Health Pass registration within 48 hours prior to their initial point of departure and submit their proof of registration at check-in. Proof of registration can be either a barcode or a QR code. Passengers must present a barcode or a QR code before boarding. However, passengers who faced difficulties in the registration process for the One Health Pass will be allowed boarding without a barcode or a QR code.

• Covid-19Vaccine:Unvaccinated passengers:Passengers are not permitted to enter the Philippines.Vaccinated passengers:This does not apply to passengers who hold proof that they are fully vaccinated against Covid-19. Fully vaccinated passengers must have received the full series of a vaccine more than 2 weeks prior to travelling to the Philippines. The vaccines administered to the individual must be included in any of the following: Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) List or Compassionate Special Permit (CSP) issued by the Philippine Food and Drug Administration; or Emergency Use Listing of the World Health Organization (WHO).If the passenger was vaccinated outside of the Philippines, they must hold a WHO issued International Certificate of Vaccine, or the national digital certificate of the foreign government.Other exempt passengers:Passengers aged 11 years and younger, provided travelling with fully vaccinated parents; Passengers who are medically unable to receive the vaccine, provided holding certification provided by the Public Health Authority in their departure country; or Diplomats and their qualified dependents/9(e) visa holders.

• Covid-19Test:Unvaccinated passengers:Passengers aged 12 years and older must hold a negative RT-PCR test result tested within 48 hours prior to departure or a professionally administered negative antigen test result tested within 24 hours prior to departure.Vaccinated passengers:Test is not required for passengers who are fully vaccinated against Covid-19 including at least 1 booster shot.Other exempt passengers:Unvaccinated minors aged 11 years and younger, provided they are accompanied by a guardian who is fully vaccinated against Covid-19 including at least 1 booster shot.

• Covid-19 Insurance: Passengers are advised to hold travel insurance.

• Visa is not required for Philippines. Maximum stay of 30 days.

• Covid-19Quarantine on Arrival:Unvaccinated passengers:5 days on arrival at a designated facility, and they must take a PCR test on day 5. Passengers must then quarantine at home until day 14 after arrival.Vaccinated passengers:Quarantine is not required for passengers who are fully vaccinated against Covid-19.Other exempt passengers:Unaccompanied passengers aged between 5 and 17 years who have received a Covid-19 primary vaccination series, provided they either have received at least 1 booster shot, or they hold a negative RT-PCR test result obtained within 48 hours prior to departure or a remotely supervised, or a laboratory-based rapid antigen negative test result administered and certified by a healthcare professional within 24 hours prior to departure orUnaccompanied passengers aged between 5 and 14 years who have received a Covid-19 primary vaccination series, provided they hold an endorsement letter from a foreign embassy and airline.

• Passengers not holding onward/return tickets or other acceptable evidence of onward/return travel may be refused entry. This does not apply to passengers with Balikbayan status, who are classed as former citizens of the Philippines, or passengers holding either a “Special non-immigrant Visa” or an ACR I-Card (alien certificate of registration) with permanent status issued by the Philippines, or passengers holding an APEC Business Travel Card endorsed "Valid for travel to the Philippines".

Best Time to Visit Ubud, Bali

The high season for tourist to Bali is in July and August. The second busiest period to visit in then from Christmas to New Year’s Eve.

The best time to visit Bali is May, June, September therefore around the busy period, but avoiding the rainy season which is October to April. The rain season is typically a monsoon season which can mean strong winds and heavy rain.

Language

Bali is a part of Indonesia; for this reason, the official (and dominant) language is Indonesian. However, you'll still hear Balinese (a Malayo-Polynesian language) being spoken by some locals. Because international tourism plays a key role in Bali's economy, English is widely spoken in larger towns and cities. That means you shouldn't have a problem getting around, purchasing souvenirs or ordering food.

Currency

The currency in Bali is the Indonesian rupiah. Since the rupiah to U.S. dollar exchange rate fluctuates, be sure to check what the current exchange rate is before you go. Also, keep in mind that because the large numerical difference can be confusing for foreigners, locals sometimes ask for unreasonable prices and can trick travelers into coughing up more cash than they need to. For reference, $1 is equal to approximately 14,330 rupiah.

Cash

Cash is still an important form of payment in Bali. So make sure you carry enough with you to pay for your small shopping, transportation and food & drinks. The 100,000 bills are only useful if you intend to buy a high-priced item or spend a lot of money at the same place. Most small shops and street sellers will struggle to make change, so 50,000 and 20,000 Rp notes will be the way to go. 

Cash Tips 

• Most resorts and hotels accept credit cards but most times smaller places like guesthouses or homestays do not.

• Check before hand if a store or restaurant accepts credit cards and if indeed their card swipe machine (EDC) is working.

• Hold on to a few Rp. 500 and Rp. 1,000 coins and forget about the smaller ones. They take up space and are hardly worth their weight. Don’t be surprised if at a supermarket your change of money includes a few pieces of candy instead of Rp. 50 or Rp. 100 coins.

•  Always carry a bit of cash with you. It will come handy when you decide to buy a coconut, grilled corn on the cob or a sarong on the beach. Tipping the staff at the hotel, spa and restaurant is also usually done in cash.

• Your cash is king at markets, food stalls and small shops. Do not expect to be able to use your credit cards here.

Credit Cards

More and more restaurants and shops do accept credit cards nowadays - particularly in the touristic areas it's gaining ground a lot. But do not rely on your credit card as you would in a western country. Cash is in many cases the only acceptable way of payment. Particularly in remote areas a credit card will be of little use to you. 

Visa and MasterCard are the most accepted credit cards in Bali. Some hotels and restaurants do take Amex, Diners Club even less. 

Keep in mind that very often there will be a 3 to sometimes even 5% surcharge on credit card transactions. This is, because the credit card companies keep that percentage for themselves, and the vendors on Bali will charge that fee back to their customer. 

ATMs

Read the article above for important information.

Also- Always put your hand above the keypad when typing your code. ALWAYS!

Tipping

Tipping in Bali is considered to be a foreign concept. Although it isn’t mandatory to tip for every service you avail, the tips are nevertheless appreciated. On the other hand it is important you understand that workers in the service industry are paid extremely low wages, with the bulk of the earnings going into the owner’s pocket. You might just make someone’s day by tipping him/her for the services offered when you’re visiting Bali. In light of this mentioned below is a detailed tipping guide highlighting what you need to know about how to tip for different services.

• TIP $2-$4 at a hotel

• At a restaurant TIP 2%-5%

• TIP $1-$5 at a Spa

• Tip your tour guides $5-$10

• Round up your taxi fare

Vaccinations

While there are no required vaccinations to visit Bali, we do recommend reviewing this link and considering some vaccinations.

ELECTRICITY

220 Volts, 50Hz. Electrical plugs are two-pronged ‘Europlug’ type.

Getting to Ubud, Bali

Most resorts in the area organize transportation from the airport (DPS) to the resort. If not, we will arrange transportation on your behalf.

The transportation from DPS to Ubud takes approximately 1 hour, but upwards of 2 hours if the traffic is bad. Which, more than likely it will be.

Dress Etiquette

Dress modestly before entering a temple in Bali. Temple guests are expected to wear shirts that cover shoulders and part of the upper arms. The waist and legs should be covered by a temple scarf (known as a selendang) and a sarong (known locally as kain kamben) respectively.

Environment & People

• Bali is a fragile island. Trash, Water and Traffic are big problems, like in any other part of the developing world. Help by being a conscious consumer

• Try to take short showers and avoid wasting water.

• Everything you throw away stays on Bali or will be washed into the sea. Affective rubbish management in this part of the world is not really existing.

• Plastic is problem no. 1. Avoid plastic bottles, straws, plastic bags when shopping.

• Most workers you will meet have a salary of around 130 to 150US$ per month and work hard for their money, travel long distances and share their income with other family members.

• Balinese are super friendly and welcoming. They are also proud and are happy if you respect their customs and island.

• Being angry and shouting is not appreciated. If you have a complaint, be polite, calm and insist on a solution in a friendly manner if you wish to get any result.
  
  
  

bartering 

If you're shopping at any one of Bali's markets, bargaining with street vendors is a must. But it's also nice to respect and value their work, effort, and services, and to pay fair prices. Live and let live!

Travel In Ubud

Private Driver

We can certainly arrange private transportation and driver for you throughout Bali, and even for your day trip excursions.
We’ve found this to be a safe and secure option, leaving little to question including where and how to find a driver on the spot, and how to calculate driving fees.

Taxi

The most honest ​taxis in Bali are the blue taxis marked "Bali Taxi" (known as Blue Bird Taxis); everybody else is hit or miss.
They’re so honest, other taxi operators hate their guts and collude with some hotels to exclude Bluebird taxis from their area. Catch a Bluebird taxi in Bali if you can.

Bali Taxi Tips

Riding a taxi in Bali works the same way as everywhere else—you hail a cab, get in, and tell the taxi where you're headed. But here are a few tips you may want to keep in mind:

• Take the traffic situation into account. Bali's traffic seems to get worse by the week, particularly fares from the airport. Look up possible detours before getting in the taxi.

• Ask the driver to repeat your destination to you, or otherwise ensure that he knows your destination.

• Explain your preferred route to the driver, if you have one.

• Make sure the driver uses the meter; say so at the beginning of the trip. If he doesn't use the meter, he may just be getting ready to gouge you at the end of the trip. If he refuses to use a taxi or makes an excuse, get out and hail another cab.

• If the taxi driver offers to wait for you at your destination, consider it. Some places do not get a lot of taxi service, so it might be handy to have a ride ready for you when you're set to leave. Agree beforehand if you want him to keep the meter running while he waits, or if he's willing to settle for an hourly fee. IDR 50,000 (about US$4) is a good upper limit.

• Keep spare change handy. Drivers often claim not to have any change for the fare, so they can then pocket the excess.

Scooter- AVAILABLE BUT NOT RECOMMENDED

This is NOT recommended on the island of Bali.
Scooters are really popular in Indonesia, and you can rent one for a day for around 30,000-50,000 IDR (just a few dollars!) Lots of tourists ride them and no one travels all that fast. Saying that, there are accidents frequently and police crack down on tourists who aren’t obeying the rules.



Uber- AVAILABLE BUT NOT RECOMMENDED

The taxi service, Uber works in Ubud and generally works out significantly cheaper than local taxis. Locals haven’t embraced the service, and as a result they’re not permitted in some areas. You may have to choose a pick up location away from major hotels or shops.
WE DO NOT RECOMMEND GETTING INTO UNMARKED CARS WHILE TRAVELING

Drinking Water

Drink a lot of water to avoid getting heatstroke… just don’t get your water from the tap. Bali tap water is often blamed for many a bad case of “Bali belly,” so avoid it entirely. Stick to canned drinks or bottled water.

I can highly recommend the Grayl Purifier. This is what I use when I travel - and I travel to some pretty out of the way places. This is hands down the best (and easiest) filter on the planet.

REMEMBER- even the water you brush your teeth with, needs to be purified or bottled water. Most resorts have a purification system, but I never trust that it’s clean enough.

Ice cubes in restaurants are generally safe and government controlled.

Mosquito Repellent

Use mosquito net and repellent when possible. Dengue fever is widespread.

I highly recommend Sawyer Picardin lotion (not the spray). This can be purchased online or at REI or Cabella’s.
We found that 1 bottle (when applied once, daily) lasted about 2 weeks.

Travel Insurance

TTRAVEL INSURANCE - AVAILABLE FOR ALL USA CITIZENS - DUE WITH INITIAL PAYMENT

Zone Travel LLC strongly suggests purchasing Trip Cancellation insurance. Be sure to check with your healthcare provider as most U.S. medical coverage will not cover you outside of the country.

Insurance costs are based on the total package cost, including air taxes and charges listed under "Included."

Approximate amounts can be given at time of reservation in order to purchase the appropriate amount of insurance.

BASIC PLAN:

The Basic Plan is so affordable you can have your fun and protect it too - all while staying within your budget. The plan has a wide-variety of covered reasons for trip cancellation and interruption, and it can also include coverage for existing medical conditions so you can book your trip with complete confidence.
Please Note: This plan does NOT include epidemic or pandemic-related illness, individually-ordered quarantine, and denied boarding.

Trip Cancellation: Trip Cost

Trip Interruption: Trip Cost

Emergency Medical/Dental Coverage: $10,000.00

Emergency Medical Transportation: $50,000.00

Baggage Coverage: $500.00

Baggage Delay: $200.00

Travel Delay: $300.00

24-Hour Hotline Assistance: Included

CANCEL ANYTIME: 
(NY RESIDENTS-PLEASE ENQUIRE ABOUT SIMILAR OPTIONS)

The Cancel Anytime Plan gives you the extra flexibility of knowing you can cancel your trip for almost any unforeseen reason that the Classic plan does not already cover at 100% and receive 80% of your non-refundable trip costs back. It includes benefits like trip cancellation protection, primary emergency medical benefits, 24-hour travel assistance, and more. This plan also has SmartBenefitsSM that can pay you proactively and simplify your claims process with no receipts required. Under certain conditions, covered reasons for some benefits of this plan include epidemic or pandemic-related illness, individually-ordered quarantine, and denied boarding.
Please note: This plan must be purchased within 14 days of your initial trip deposit and must cover the full non-refundable trip cost ($10,000 maximum). You could also be eligible for pre-existing condition exclusion waiver if all requirements are met (please refer to plan documents for details).
Important information about this plan: Plan charge includes costs of insurance benefits and assistance services. If you have a pre-existing medical condition, your plan excludes losses due to that condition unless you qualify for a waiver under the terms of your plan. See Plan and Pricing Details for more information.

Trip Cancellation: Trip Cost

Trip Interruption: Trip Cost

Emergency Medical/Dental Coverage: $25,000.00

Emergency Medical Transportation: $500,000.00

Baggage Coverage: $1,000.00

Baggage Delay: $300.00

Change Fee Coverage: $500.00

Loyalty Program Redeposit Fee Coverage: $500.00

Travel Delay: $800.00

24 Hour Hotline Assistance Plus: Included