17th April 2015 Dear Parents/Guardians,

4D3N Adventure Langkawi, West Malaysia.

Wednesday, 17th June to Saturday, 20th June 2015

I am delighted to inform you that the end of term trip in Trinity term will be a 4D3N Adventure/Educational Trip to Langkawi Island in West Malaysia. The trip will take place from Wednesday, 17th June 2015 to Saturday, 20th June 2015. This period is a nice break after the IGCSE exams. This final term’s residential trip is viewed as part of the school curriculum and all students are expected to attend. The classes involved are Y7/39, Y8/27, Y9/56, Y10 /34, Y11/33, ESL/23, SG/25, SG/52, SG/29, SG10/31B, SG11/33A and IN/6A. RATIONALE The trip ‘Adventure Langkawi ‘ will serve both as a reward after this year’s academic toils and also as a fitting, closing chapter to the graduating seniors’ educational journey in Dover Court. Although physically less taxing than some of the previous trips organised, this trip is still designed to develop skills introduced during the Orientation Camp. The activities planned will also provide students with an opportunity to recap and revisit the skills and knowledge learnt from some of the different curriculum areas such as Geography, Science and Physical Education. The trip will also provide an excellent setting for students from Mainstream, ESL, Small Group and IN classes to integrate for many activities in a residential situation. Such relationship building will be greatly beneficial to enriching their developmental process in school. During the excursion, students will be accompanied by professional guides exploring the famous UNESCO-endorsed Geopark in Southeast Asia. The Langkawi’s Geopark is noteworthy for its array of impressive rock formations surrounded by ancient jungle, vast caves with stalactites and stalagmites, winding mangrove reveries, sea caves and tunnels, wildlife and waterfalls. Over 90 geo-sites have been found in the region but there are three distinct areas that form the Langkawi Geopark, each with its own unique geological significance.

Students will also get to participate in fun and exciting activities like trekking in the Geopark, cruise along River Kilim to watch eagles feeding, visit a floating fish farm, explore a bats’ cave, mangrove kayaking and snorkeling in Pulau Payar Marine Park. The other highlight of the trip is a 20 minutes cable car ride. At 709 metres above sea level, the 2.2km cable car ride up to Langkawi's second highest peak will be a special experience for the students, as they pass over jungle waterfalls and virgin rainforests. In the evenings, students will visit Eagle Square, visit a traditional night market in the district of Kuan and enjoy a disco night. COST The cost for the trip is $750. The cost is inclusive of airfare, air taxes, all land and sea transport, food and lodging, all activities, hiring of qualified trainers, hiring a local DJ, use of function room, tipping for local guides and drivers and insurance coverage. We will be traveling with Air Asia, leaving Changi Airport on 17th June at 10:55am and arriving back in Singapore Changi Airport on Saturday, 20th June at 10.20am. As I am required to make a reservation for air tickets, local transport, accommodation and activities, the number of students going on the trip must be confirmed and payment has to be made well in advance. I therefore require the full payment of $750 to be paid by Friday, 24th April 2015. Please note that the fee paid is non-refundable once the booking is made. The payment can be either in cash or a personal cheque made payable to Lim Seng Heng. Please place your money or cheque in an envelope and hand it to me in class IN/6A. As June is a peak period for school holidays and Langkawi is a popular tourist destination, It is necessary for me to receive a quick reply to this letter as the booking of air tickets, hotel accommodation and travel insurance need to be arranged immediately. Should your son/daughter is unable to attend the trip, you need to let me know in writing with a valid reason/s. Please fill up the attached Student Particular/Medical form, Indemnity form, reply slip and return them to Mr Lim by Friday, 24th April 2015, together with the payment. SAFETY Trainers/instructors are experienced and fully trained with all safety equipment and procedures. All students will be covered by Travel Insurance for the duration of the trip.

TRAVEL INSURANCE We will be insured with Extra Sure Silver Plan Insurance.

ACCOMMODATION

Students will be housed in Aseania Resort & Spa Langkawi Island in twin/triple sharing rooms. Facilities include restaurants serving authentic International cuisine, gymnasium, souvenir Shop, Spa, function rooms and a live band. Aseania Resort & Spa also has the longest swimming pool in Malaysia with a Mini Water Theme park. TRAVEL DOCUMENT Your child’s passport must have a minimum of six months validity from the date of departure (Wednesday, 17th June 2015). Non-Singaporean passport holders need to check if they require a visa to enter Malaysia. If your son/daughter requires a visa to enter Malaysia you have to make your own arrangements. Kindly note that the visa would require a minimum of five working days to be processed and will be subjected to approval by the Malaysian High Commission. ADDITIONAL MONEY Students may wish to bring some pocket money (RM50-RM100) to purchase snacks and souvenirs. Please take note that chewing gum, pirated CDs and VCD and firecrackers are prohibited from being brought into Singapore. CONTACT If you have any further questions regarding the trip please contact me in school or call me on my mobile: 65 91092030 Address of Resort in Langkawi : Aseania Resort & Spa, Langkawi Island Simpang Kedawang, 07100 Langkawi, Kedah D.A. Malaysia Tel: +6049552020 www.aseansialangkawi.com.my Organising Company in Singapore: Transinex Pte Ltd. www.transinex.com.sg

We look forward to an exciting, fun and educational trip. Attached with this letter are : a) Itinerary b) Checklist c) Indemnity Form d) Reply Slip e) Student Information/Medical Form Yours Faithfully,

Richard Lim Senior Trip-Coordinator Class IN/6A

4D3N Adventure Langkawi, West Malaysia. Wednesday, 17th June to Saturday, 20th June 2015

Reply Slip

I give permission for my son / daughter__________________________________

of Yr/class_________ to attend the 4D3N Adventure Langkawi educational trip in

West Malaysia from Wednesday, 17th June to Saturday, 20th June 2015 and to

participate in all the activities (educational and recreational such as: jungle

trekking, cable car ride, river cruising on Kilim River, mangrove kayaking, cave

exploration , night market, swimming and a disco night (theme event). Please note

that the fee paid is non-refundable once the booking is made.

Enclosed is the payment of □ cash $750

□ cheque $750 made payable to Lim Seng Heng

Parent' s name ____________________ Signature______________Date________

4D3N Adventure Langkawi, West Malaysia. Wednesday, 17th June to Saturday, 20th June 2015

INDEMNITY FORM

I agree to my child__________________________________of class_____________ being included in the 4D3N Adventure Langkawi Educational trip in West Malaysia from Wednesday, 17th June to Saturday, 20th June 2015. I allow my child to participate in all the educational and recreational activities such as: jungle trekking, cable car ride, river cruising along Kilim River, mangrove kayaking, cave exploration, visit a night market, swimming and a disco night (theme event). In the event of injury or damage to my child or his/her property whilst participating in the above activities I will not hold the school or any member of the school staff responsible.

In signing this indemnity, I understand that appropriate care and supervision will be given to my child at all times.

Name of parent/guardian: _____________________________________________

Parent/Guardian’s Signature: ______________________Date:________________

STUDENT PERSONAL PARTICULARS FORM

4D3N Adventure Langkawi, West Malaysia. Wednesday, 17th June to Saturday, 20th June 2015

Full Name (passport) :………………………………………………..Class…………….Sex……………..

Date of Birth:……………………………Age…………Nationality…………………………………………

Passport Number:…………………………Date of Issue………………Expiry Date………………..

Home Address:…………………………………………………………………………………………………….. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….... Parent/Guardian’s Full Name:……………………………………………………………………………… Home Phone:……………………Office Phone:………………… Hand Phone:……………………. Medical Conditions:..………………………………………………………………………………………….. Medication:……………………………………………………………….......................................... Allergies:…………………………………………………………………............................................ Dietary Restrictions:………………………………………………………………………………………….. Parent/Guardian Signature:………………………………………Date:………………………………..

4D3N Adventure Langkawi, West Malaysia. Wednesday, 17th June to Saturday, 20th June 2015

CHECKLIST OF THINGS TO BRING

The following checklist only serves as a guide. Pyjamas/sleepwear Bathers/swimming costume Hat/cap 1 water bottle with strap attached Sunscreen lotion Mosquito repellent Plasters, medicated oil Shorts/t-shirts/casual wear (5 sets) Underwear (5 sets) Long pants for trekking/ cave exploration (optional) Trainers (1 pair) Old shoes suitable to wear for beach activities. Flip-flops/slippers Torch light/head lamp (for cave exploration) Toiletries ( toothbrush, toothpaste, soap, etc.) Towel Poncho/raincoat A small bagpack to put your water bottle, wallet, towel etc. to be carried to the activity site. Pocket money in a wallet (RM50-RM100 optional-for purchase of snacks, drinks...etc) All of the above need to be packed into one named bag, which your child can carry

easily. All articles need to be named.

4D3N Adventure Langkawi, West Malaysia.

Wednesday, 17th June to Saturday, 20th June 2015

Proposed Itinerary

D01-17JUN Singapore / Langkawi / Cable Car to Gunung Binchang / Eagle Square/ Night Market (L/D)

0800hrs Assemble at Changi Airport Terminal 1 1055hrs Flight depart to Langkawi 1225hrs Arrival, proceed to hotel for check in 1340hrs Lunch in the hotel 1500hrs After lunch, proceed for cable car ride to Gunung Binchang 1830hrs Dinner 1930hrs Visit Eagle Square/Night Market at Kuah Town 2100hrs Briefing for next day activities 2130hrs Rest for the evening

D02-18JUN Pulau Payar Snorkeling /Organised activities/movie (B/L/D)

0700hrs Wake-up 0730hrs Breakfast 0900hrs Proceed to Pulau Payar for Snorkeling 1200hrs Lunch on board Coral Reef Platform

1500hrs Wash up and board coach back to hotel. 1700hrs Free and Easy 1930hrs Dinner at hotel 2030hrs Organised activities (Art and craft/ Board games/ movie in the hotel (function room) 2230hrs Rest for the evening

D03-19JUN Mangrove Kayaking /Cave exploration/ Fish Farm/ Eagle Feeding / Geopark Trekking @Lubut Semilang B/L/D)

0700hrs Wake-up 0730hrs Breakfast 0800hrs Depart to Geopark Trekking at Lubut Semilang - the first in Southeast Asia to be inscribed the

Geopark status by Unesco. This riverine mangrove, co-habits with limestone rock formations that dated back some 400 million yea ago. These once arcane coral is home to a very unique floristic group of plants that can be found no where else in the world. Here we will have opportunities to visit a cave complex as well as enjoy eagles, kites, kingfishers, mudskippers, fiddler crabs, monitor lizards and very interesting flora that thrive on these limestone hills.

1200hrs Lunch in floating Restaurant 1300hrs Group 1: Mangrove Kayaking in Kilim River

Group 2 : Eagle Feeding/visit fish farm/bats cave ( 2 hrs hours Group 1: Eagle Feeding/visit fish farm/bats cave ( 2 hours Group 2 : Mangrove Kayaking in Kilim River 1800hrs Back in Hotel ( Free and Easy ) 1930hrs Poolside BBQ dinner at Hotel

2030hrs Disco Night (Function Room) 2230hrs Lights out

D04-20JUN Langkawi / Singapore

(B)

0700hrs Breakfast 0730hrs Check out and proceed to airport 0855hrs Flight departure to Singapore 1020hrs Estimated time of arrival in Singapore