Safety and responsabilities

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 Safety

Trekking into a jungle always comes with risks. Nevertheless, unlike common misconceptions, it is very unlikely to be snakes, and even less likely to be anything deadly. In fact, the most severe thing that is likely to happen is a sprained ankle, and that's fully in your control. 

That said, there is still plenty of potential to get injured or fall ill. At Bribri Expeditions we take safety very seriously, and as prevention is key, you'll find here an exhaustive list of hazards you might encounter in an expedition, as well as our control measures.

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Furthermore, we are experienced bushmen and we are here to look out for you! We know what the risks are and what to do to stay safe, and we'll make sure to remind you along the way at appropriate times.

Even so, accidents can still happen, and for this reason members of our team are trained in First Aid, Wilderness First Aid and Offsite Safety Management. 

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We carry a comprehensive medical kit to cover every scenario.

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Responsabilities

Participants are fully responsible for their health and safe ty. In case of any accident, our team will provide first care and, if needed, organize the fastest and best possible evacuation to a Health Care facility.

Participants are also required to officially agree to help, as far as their possibilities, in case any member of the expedition shall require immediate evacuation for health reasons. This is because the only way out for someone unable to walk is via stretcher.

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Evacuation

In the jungle, we are mostly reliant on self-evacuation. Our guides plan the itinerary always knowing what is the fastest and safest way out at any point.

 

In the worst of scenarios, an evacuation could mean carrying someone on a stretcher for several hours on jungle trails until reaching the first mean of transport, be it a canoe, a taxi or an ambulance. It is a strenuous activity, uncomfortable for the casualty and with the potential to injure more members of the team. This is why safety is especially important, because no one is coming to save us! 

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Following the advice and the safety protocols is key to a smooth adventure.

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Safety protocols

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• Always wear your shoes when not in your hammock or in the river

• Don't put your hands anywhere where you cannot see them

• Sleep with the mosquito net closed

• Stay at shouting distance from everybody else

• Don't leave the trails

• If you spot danger, warn the others 

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Emergency signals

You'll be issued with a whistle at the beginning of treks. Please carry it with you at all times.

 

In case you should require help for serious matters (getting lost, falling and hurting yourself, stuck at night without light, bullet ant bite, etc.) blow the whistle three times and we'll make our way to you.

 

In case you should require help for emergencies (snake bite, bleeding out, anaphylactic reaction, etc.) blow the whistle six times and we'll make sure to get to you as soon as possible.

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Please do not blow the whistle because of noise in the bush or because you saw a snake. Animals are not interested in us and will go away if left undisturbed. Please do come and calmly tell us where you saw the snake so we can all enjoy the lucky spot from a safe distance and then leave the immediate area.