Safety is our highest priority on every expedition. Expert historians, guides, and naturalists from the local areas as well as our own fully licensed and dedicated Academic Expeditions® staff accompany each group and remain with your group throughout your entire expedition. Our staff personally visits and inspects each venue of your expedition prior to your departure. Each participant is given an individualized laser engraved identification badge and lanyard with our 24 hour toll free emergency phone number. Help is never more than a phone call away. We strive to insure that each traveler feels comfortable and safe in all of their travels.