In general, the areas you will travel to are very safe. However, petty criminals can be found anywhere and you still need to use your common sense. Please take at least the same precautions you would take if travelling around your own country.
DO NOT bring along any jewellery or valuables. Purchase a cheap watch that you can afford to lose or is not worth stealing. DO NOT bring your camera equipment in a flashy camera bag; try to camouflage your equipment by using an ordinary backpack or shoulder bag.
DO NOT worry yourself unnecessarily, but at the same time be prudent and keep your valuables in a safe secure place whenever possible. All money and travel related documents should be kept in a secure place, NOT in your luggage. Concealing them under your clothing in a cotton pouch or money belt, or pockets sewn inside loose clothing, is recommended. Keep alert at all times, look confident and assured that you know where you’re going. Do not be lulled into a false sense of security.
Listen to your tour leader’s advice at all times and heed any warnings given. Most of our hotels have safe deposit boxes in the rooms or a safe at reception where you could deposit your valuables on arrival. If using the reception safe, put your valuables into a sealed envelope and sign across the seal to make sure it is not opened. You should always ask for a receipt. Travel Chasers cannot accept responsibility for any valuables left in safe deposits in hotels or in our vehicles.