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A BRIEF OVERVIEW OF THE TRIP

Pure sport/
This cruise in southern Egypt's Red Sea takes you to discover the most beautiful spots between Hurghada and Marsa Alam. 10 dives to admire superb and varied seabeds, coral reefs... a whole range of colors for an unforgettable experience!
On the program, everything is there: fauna, flora, relief...! The crew takes you to the less frequented reefs to observe the superb fauna of the region: dolphins, fox sharks, turtles, eagle rays, stingrays, stingrays, napoleons, groupers, and many others. The relief and the flora alone are also worth the trip, with its vertiginous falls and its immense coral reefs such as that of Panorama Reef.
On board a comfortable cruise ship equipped for scuba diving, dive into the underwater wonders of Egypt every day and enjoy lively evenings on the boat's pontoon every evening. Accommodation: in a 2 to 3 person cabin on board the cruise ship. Level: level 1 confirmed, sea experience essential (10 dives minimum). Equipment: diving equipment provided. Guaranteed departure from 12 participants

A BRIEF OVERVIEW OF THE TRIP

Pure sport/
This cruise in southern Egypt's Red Sea takes you to discover the most beautiful spots between Hurghada and Marsa Alam. 10 dives to admire superb and varied seabeds, coral reefs... a whole range of colors for an unforgettable experience!

On the program, everything is there: fauna, flora, relief...! The crew takes you to the less frequented reefs to observe the superb fauna of the region: dolphins, fox sharks, turtles, eagle rays, stingrays, stingrays, napoleons, groupers, and many others. The relief and the flora alone are also worth the trip, with its vertiginous falls and its immense coral reefs such as that of Panorama Reef. On board a comfortable cruise ship equipped for scuba diving, dive into the underwater wonders of Egypt every day and enjoy lively evenings on the boat's pontoon every evening. Accommodation: in a 2 to 3 person cabin on board the cruise ship. Level: level 1 confirmed, sea experience essential (10 dives minimum). Equipment: diving equipment provided. Guaranteed departure from 12 participants

THE BEST OF THE PRODUCT

  • Nights at anchor under the wind of the islets
  • Discover the most diving spots in the Red Sea
  • Comfortable, new generation cruise ship

THE BEST OF THE PRODUCT

  • Nights at anchor under the wind of the islets

  • Discover the most diving spots in the Red Sea
  • Comfortable, new generation cruise ship

Enjoy unforgettable experiences with UCPA Horizon: we take you to the most beautiful global destinations carefully selected for their authenticity and their exceptional spots!


Scuba diving

on-site
Place of practice on the site

Ages

18 - 55 ans

Need advice?

PHYSIQUE CONDITION
Intensity ** Fitness - Diving
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LEVEL OF PRATICE
Dive - N1 or CMAS 1* confirmed
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Included

  • The accommodation
  • Full board
  • 10 dives
  • Sports supervision
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  • Sports equipment
  • If you booked transport with UCPA:
  • International flights back and forth
  • Transfer between the airport and the center

Not Included

  • Drinks (except water)
  • Optional night diving
  • Optional D7 dives
  • Individual tips (around 70 euros)
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  • Egypt visa: to be paid at the airport upon entry into Egypt (around €25)
  • Possible meals J8 (according to the departure schedule)
  • Personal expenses and equipment
  • Optional insurance as well as any other supplement not provided for in the program.

The program

Day by day

Day of arrival

You are traveling with UCPA:
Flight schedules will be known a few weeks before departure. Possibility of flight during the night from Saturday to Sunday.
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Note that the choice of flight Paris/Hurghada is very limited, and restrictive: late arrival in the night from Saturday to Sunday in some weeks may be at 4 am.

> You are not traveling with UCPA:
If you arrive at the same time as the UCPA flight, you can benefit from the transfer organized by UCPA, as long as you inform the center in advance (at the email address indicated) and pay the cost of this transfer to our representative on site, before departure, before departure.


First night at the dock on the boat.
the boat can leave from Hurghada or Marsa Allam.

During your stay

Day 2:2 dives
You go to sea in the morning or early afternoon and make your first dive at the site of Gota Abu Ramada, a real aquarium with superb wildlife - south of Hurghada.
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This dive allows you to check the level of the group. Then you explore the site of Abu Ashish off the coast of Safaga during a second dive. On this site, it is not uncommon to encounter dolphins!

Day 3:2 dives
In the morning, you set off to dive the two most beautiful sites in Safaga: Panorama Reef (Abu Alama) where you can see giant gorgonians. The second dive of the day can be done in Abu Kifan or on the Salem Express wreck.

Day 4:2 dives
On the program of this day of two dives, discover about the Quseir area, where you will have the choice between El Howieg, Shouny or Abu Dabab. Turtles, stingrays, big groupers, triggerfish, and even dugongs will most certainly be there.

Day 5:2 dives
On this day, Elphinstone (Shaab Shagra) awaits you. It is considered one of the most remarkable sites in southern Egypt and a privileged place to observe sharks (gray sharks, hammers, foxes...). You do the two dives of the day on this exceptional site, an elongated reef flush with the surface, and framed by two vertiginous drop-offs covered with white, pink and purple alcyonaries where a multitude of reef fish twirl.


Day 6:2 dives
You are going diving at the Shaab Sharm site, off the coast of Marsa Alam. Steep-walled reefs with spectacular gorgonians where it is not uncommon to observe barracudas, or schools of tuna that pass nearby await you. A second dive is planned at Gota Marsa Alam, a coral garden where you can contemplate parrots, damselflies, box fish, groupers and moray eels.

Day 7: free day
Rest day on the boat in order to maintain a period of 24 hours before the return flight. If the return flight is scheduled for the afternoon, we will offer you one or two optional dives (to be paid on site).



One or two optional dives are possible (to be paid on site) on the numerous sites crossed by returning to Hurghada (limited dives depending on the time of takeoff D8). 7th and last night on board the boat in Hurghada Bay.


The course of this program is indicative. It may undergo modifications or adjustments, depending on technical criteria, safety requirements or the climatic conditions of the moment. In this case, only those responsible for UCPA supervision are authorized to take the necessary decision (s).

Last day

End of navigation/Free time in Hurghada
We disembark in Hurghada (or Marsa Allam) after breakfast.

You booked the flight with UCPA:
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Free time in Hurghada (strolls in the souks)
Airport transfer at the end of the day and return international flight.

During this cruise, you will be able to do a night dive. This will be done according to the weather conditions and in agreement with your dive guide. It will be paid on site.

SPOT

The site of Ras Mohamed

A preserved diving paradise

Located on the edge of the Red Sea, the Ras Mohamed National Park was created in 1983 to preserve underwater fauna and flora, but also the terrestrial coastline, against the rapid expansion of Sharm El Sheikh. Today it is an ideal area for scuba diving or snorkeling. The site is full of different varieties of corals, some of which are over 2000 years old, and has more than 1000 species of fish. Shipwrecks are also numerous. A little further from the coast, the Shark Reef coral reef is home to many species of sharks (hammerhead, gray reef, coral). Terrestrial wildlife is just as interesting; mangroves are home to white storks in particular.

Hosting

Red Sea Cruise Ship

Cabin for 2 people on board the cruise ship

A yacht spacious enough to accommodate twenty passengers, this limited capacity allows for an intimate and personalized atmosphere.

With a length of about 35 m, the “new generation” boat has comfortable cabins, generally equipped with twin or double beds, a private bathroom and air conditioning.
Passengers can take advantage of several common areas, such as an indoor lounge, dining area, and upper deck to relax and enjoy the sun.

ABOUT THE TRIP

Equipment Included

All sports equipment is loaned by UCPA except the dive computer: isothermal suit, fins, mask, snorkel, belt and ballast, block (bottle) and regulator, stabilization vest.

Equipment Included

All sports equipment is loaned by UCPA except the dive computer: isothermal suit, fins, mask, snorkel, belt and ballast, block (bottle) and regulator, stabilization vest.

Equipment not included

Bring 2 pieces of luggage (maximum weight 15 kg per person)
1 large duffel bag or 1 large backpack to store things in the boat.
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1 small backpack (20/30 liters).

Recommended personal equipment
Synthetic underwear (Damart, fleece...), for the evening
2 lightweight cotton pants,
Bermuda
Windbreaker jacket
Chapeau
Sweater or sweatshirt
1 lightweight long sleeve shirt
T-shirts
1 swimsuit
1 pair of sandals
From May to September, do not burden yourself with warm clothes.

Accessories
Dive computer
Sunglasses
Toiletries and small individual pharmacy (see list under health/pharmacy)
Flashlight with battery and spare bulb (headlight, practical).

Pictures
UV filter, waterproof bag to protect your equipment from humidity
25, 50, or 100 ASA movies.

Equipment not included

Bring 2 pieces of luggage (maximum weight 15 kg per person)
1 large duffel bag or 1 large backpack to store things in the boat.
1 small backpack (20/30 liters).

Recommended personal equipment
Synthetic underwear (Damart, fleece...), for the evening
2 lightweight cotton pants,
Bermuda
Windbreaker jacket
Chapeau
Sweater or sweatshirt
1 lightweight long sleeve shirt
T-shirts
1 swimsuit
1 pair of sandals
From May to September, do not burden yourself with warm clothes.

Accessories
Dive computer
Sunglasses
Toiletries and small individual pharmacy (see list under health/pharmacy)
Flashlight with battery and spare bulb (headlight, practical).

Pictures
UV filter, waterproof bag to protect your equipment from humidity
25, 50, or 100 ASA movies.

formalities administratives

Indicative data for French nationals.
However, we invite you to check this information with the consulate.

Valid passport valid for 6 months beyond the end of stay date.
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(it is the airlines that may block you at the departure of the flight if you are not able to present your passport).

Visa required: you will get your visa upon arrival at the airport for around 25 euros.

Consulate General of the Arab Republic of Egypt
53 Bineau Blvd
92200 NEUILLY SUR SEINE
Tel.: 01 55 21 43 70

Attention!!! For people participating in the Adventure Program “From the Nile to the Red Sea”, and having flights with UCPA, our local service provider will take care of having your visa issued, and the cost will be directly covered.
On the other hand, participants in this “From the Nile to the Red Sea” program who do not have flights with UCPA will have to obtain their visa upon arrival at the airport and the amount will be at their expense.
https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/conseils-aux-voyageurs/conseils-par-pays/egypte

formalities administratives

Indicative data for French nationals.
However, we invite you to check this information with the consulate.

Valid passport valid for 6 months beyond the end of stay date. (it is the airlines that may block you at the departure of the flight if you are not able to present your passport).

Visa required: you will get your visa upon arrival at the airport for around 25 euros.

Consulate General of the Arab Republic of Egypt
53 Bineau Blvd
92200 NEUILLY SUR SEINE
Tel.: 01 55 21 43 70

Attention!!! For people participating in the Adventure Program “From the Nile to the Red Sea”, and having flights with UCPA, our local service provider will take care of having your visa issued, and the cost will be directly covered.
On the other hand, participants in this “From the Nile to the Red Sea” program who do not have flights with UCPA will have to obtain their visa upon arrival at the airport and the amount will be at their expense.
https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/conseils-aux-voyageurs/conseils-par-pays/egypte

Address and access

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the departure location of the cruise is defined one week before departure:


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Contact Ahmed - Hurghada@ucpa.asso.fr for more information on the boat's departure location. - - -
Tél.: -

Address and access

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the departure location of the cruise is defined one week before departure:


Contact Ahmed - Hurghada@ucpa.asso.fr for more information on the boat's departure location. - - -
Tél.: -

Physical intensity

Intensity ** Fitness - Diving

Physical Intensity - ** Fitness
The intensity of the course is a bit sustained and good physical fitness is necessary.
...
Dives may be technical in nature or require some experience in the practice environment. Regular physical activity is recommended.

Physical intensity

Intensity ** Fitness - Diving

Physical Intensity - ** Fitness
The intensity of the course is a bit sustained and good physical fitness is necessary. Dives may be technical in nature or require some experience in the practice environment. Regular physical activity is recommended.

Level of expertise

Dive - N1 or CMAS 1* confirmed

Diver supervised by an instructor up to 20 meters with at least 10 dives in a natural environment after level 1.

Level of expertise

Dive - N1 or CMAS 1* confirmed

Diver supervised by an instructor up to 20 meters with at least 10 dives in a natural environment after level 1.

Restauration

Hot meals for lunch and dinner (local cuisine prepared on board the boat).

Restauration

Hot meals for lunch and dinner (local cuisine prepared on board the boat).

Management

Qualified French and English speaking Egyptian diving guide (s) assisted by a local team in charge of the proper functioning of the boat.
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The number of diving instructors will be adapted to the number of registrants.
The guides know the dive sites. They are responsible for managing all logistics and relationships with the crew. Through your active and positive participation, you will contribute to the cohesion and good understanding of the group, which is a guarantee of the success of your trip.
Several Egyptian crew members are at your disposal so that the cruise is pleasant for you: captain, cook, mechanic, foam. It's up to you to know how to create contact and make them travel companions.

Management

Qualified French and English speaking Egyptian diving guide (s) assisted by a local team in charge of the proper functioning of the boat. The number of diving instructors will be adapted to the number of registrants.
The guides know the dive sites. They are responsible for managing all logistics and relationships with the crew. Through your active and positive participation, you will contribute to the cohesion and good understanding of the group, which is a guarantee of the success of your trip.
Several Egyptian crew members are at your disposal so that the cruise is pleasant for you: captain, cook, mechanic, foam. It's up to you to know how to create contact and make them travel companions.

Important information

- ATTENTION: SCAN OF YOUR PASSPORT MANDATORY
In order to facilitate the obtaining of your cruise authorization, please send a scan of the first 2 pages of your passport 3 weeks before departure, by email to: hurghada@ucpa.asso.fr

Important information

- ATTENTION: SCAN OF YOUR PASSPORT MANDATORY
In order to facilitate the obtaining of your cruise authorization, please send a scan of the first 2 pages of your passport 3 weeks before departure, by email to: hurghada@ucpa.asso.fr

Health and formalities

Vaccinations/Health prevention
Vaccines: no vaccination is mandatory in Egypt. However, we recommend that you get vaccinated against diphtheria, tetanus, polio (DTP), typhoid, and hepatitis A and B.

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Water
A few basic hygiene rules will avoid a lot of trouble (a good “tourist” in the best case) that would disrupt your vacation: wash your hands with soap before meals, never be tempted by clear water in the middle of nature or by tap water in the city, always put in adequate tablets (you have to wait an hour, which is why it is useful to have 2 bottles), prefer bottled drinks or even tap water in the city, always use appropriate tablets (you have to wait an hour, so it's important to have 2 bottles), prefer bottled drinks or even tap water in the city. tea.

Pharmacy
Your current medications
Pain medication (paracetamol type)
Antispasmodic (Spasfon type)
Antiseptic (Betadine type)
Anti-inflammatory
Arnica in capsules or in stick
Bands, plasters and elastoplastic
Water purifying tablets (micropur type) according to your destination
Antiseptic eye drops
Anti-diarrheal
Tire tick
Sterile pads
Tweezers, scissors, safety pins.

There is no current antibiotic in the UCPA pharmacy, each participant must bring, if they wish, their own treatment according to their tolerance.

Insurance: No additional travel insurance is included in your registration.
IMPORTANT: We remind you that it is essential that you have at least one “medical care abroad” guarantee and a “repatriation” guarantee including “search and rescue costs”.
We advise you to consult the “General Insurance Conditions” pages on our website:
https://www.ucpa.com/assurances



Health and formalities

Vaccinations/Health prevention
Vaccines: no vaccination is mandatory in Egypt. However, we recommend that you get vaccinated against diphtheria, tetanus, polio (DTP), typhoid, and hepatitis A and B.

Water
A few basic hygiene rules will avoid a lot of trouble (a good “tourist” in the best case) that would disrupt your vacation: wash your hands with soap before meals, never be tempted by clear water in the middle of nature or by tap water in the city, always put in adequate tablets (you have to wait an hour, which is why it is useful to have 2 bottles), prefer bottled drinks or even tap water in the city, always use appropriate tablets (you have to wait an hour, so it's important to have 2 bottles), prefer bottled drinks or even tap water in the city. tea.

Pharmacy
Your current medications
Pain medication (paracetamol type)
Antispasmodic (Spasfon type)
Antiseptic (Betadine type)
Anti-inflammatory
Arnica in capsules or in stick
Bands, plasters and elastoplastic
Water purifying tablets (micropur type) according to your destination
Antiseptic eye drops
Anti-diarrheal
Tire tick
Sterile pads
Tweezers, scissors, safety pins.

There is no current antibiotic in the UCPA pharmacy, each participant must bring, if they wish, their own treatment according to their tolerance.

Insurance: No additional travel insurance is included in your registration.
IMPORTANT: We remind you that it is essential that you have at least one “medical care abroad” guarantee and a “repatriation” guarantee including “search and rescue costs”.
We advise you to consult the “General Insurance Conditions” pages on our website:
https://www.ucpa.com/assurances



Transport

In accordance with the regulations, we are giving you the names of the airlines that may be used by UCPA on this destination: Air Cairo, Fly Egypt, Air Arabia, Turkish Airlines, Turkish Airlines, Pegasus Airlines.

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On these companies, the maximum authorized baggage weight is 20kg in the hold (30kg authorized upon presentation of the diving card), and up to 5kg in the cabin within the limits of the authorized dimensions (unless modified by the company).

To keep our trips at prices accessible to all, air transport can be carried out on this route on charter flights, sometimes with very early departures and/or very late returns (or even during the night from Saturday to Sunday). In addition, remember to always keep a comfortable margin of time with your connected transport in order to prepare for possible unforeseen events.

Transport

In accordance with the regulations, we are giving you the names of the airlines that may be used by UCPA on this destination: Air Cairo, Fly Egypt, Air Arabia, Turkish Airlines, Turkish Airlines, Pegasus Airlines.

On these companies, the maximum authorized baggage weight is 20kg in the hold (30kg authorized upon presentation of the diving card), and up to 5kg in the cabin within the limits of the authorized dimensions (unless modified by the company).

To keep our trips at prices accessible to all, air transport can be carried out on this route on charter flights, sometimes with very early departures and/or very late returns (or even during the night from Saturday to Sunday). In addition, remember to always keep a comfortable margin of time with your connected transport in order to prepare for possible unforeseen events.

formalities

ATTENTION: To guarantee your departure, it is imperative to complete the “TRAVEL FORMALITIES” form now in the “Services” section of your personal space.
...
In the event that this information is not provided, you risk being denied boarding by the company.
https://www.ucpa.com/ucpa-et-vous/formulaire-apis

To practice scuba diving, it is essential to know how to swim and to have total respiratory integrity (beware of asthma), cardiovascular, nervous, dental and ENT.
A Medical Certificate of No Contraindication (CACI) for scuba diving is mandatory (attention valid for 1 year). You must present it upon arrival at the center.
Whatever the internship you do (training, exploration), it can be established by a general practitioner but we recommend that you consult a specialized doctor. It is imperative that you report to your doctor if you have had a history of asthma.
For minors, the model of the medical certificate must be downloaded from our site or on that of the FFESSM National Medical Commission. It can be issued by a general practitioner.
If you have a technical level in diving, do not forget to bring proof of your diplomas (FFESSM, CMAS, PADI, SSI or others) as well as your dive log.
pour trouver un médecin fédéral près de chez soi : https://medical.ffessm.fr/trouver-un-medecin-federal

Vaccinations/Health prevention
Vaccines: no vaccination is mandatory in Egypt. However, we recommend that you get vaccinated against diphtheria, tetanus, polio (DTP), typhoid, and hepatitis A and B.

Water
A few basic hygiene rules will avoid a lot of trouble (a good “tourist” in the best case) that would disrupt your vacation: wash your hands with soap before meals, never be tempted by clear water in the middle of nature or by tap water in the city, always put in adequate tablets (you have to wait an hour, which is why it is useful to have 2 bottles), prefer bottled drinks or even tap water in the city, always use appropriate tablets (you have to wait an hour, so it's important to have 2 bottles), prefer bottled drinks or even tap water in the city. tea.

Pharmacy
Your current medications
Pain medication (paracetamol type)
Antispasmodic (Spasfon type)
Antiseptic (Betadine type)
Anti-inflammatory
Arnica in capsules or in stick
Bands, plasters and elastoplastic
Water purifying tablets (micropur type) according to your destination
Antiseptic eye drops
Anti-diarrheal
Tire tick
Sterile pads
Tweezers, scissors, safety pins.

There is no current antibiotic in the UCPA pharmacy, each participant must bring, if they wish, their own treatment according to their tolerance.

Insurance: No additional travel insurance is included in your registration.
IMPORTANT: We remind you that it is essential that you have at least one “medical care abroad” guarantee and a “repatriation” guarantee including “search and rescue costs”.
We advise you to consult the “General Insurance Conditions” pages on our website:
https://www.ucpa.com/assurances



formalities

ATTENTION: To guarantee your departure, it is imperative to complete the “TRAVEL FORMALITIES” form now in the “Services” section of your personal space. In the event that this information is not provided, you risk being denied boarding by the company.
https://www.ucpa.com/ucpa-et-vous/formulaire-apis

To practice scuba diving, it is essential to know how to swim and to have total respiratory integrity (beware of asthma), cardiovascular, nervous, dental and ENT.
A Medical Certificate of No Contraindication (CACI) for scuba diving is mandatory (attention valid for 1 year). You must present it upon arrival at the center.
Whatever the internship you do (training, exploration), it can be established by a general practitioner but we recommend that you consult a specialized doctor. It is imperative that you report to your doctor if you have had a history of asthma.
For minors, the model of the medical certificate must be downloaded from our site or on that of the FFESSM National Medical Commission. It can be issued by a general practitioner.
If you have a technical level in diving, do not forget to bring proof of your diplomas (FFESSM, CMAS, PADI, SSI or others) as well as your dive log.
pour trouver un médecin fédéral près de chez soi : https://medical.ffessm.fr/trouver-un-medecin-federal

Vaccinations/Health prevention
Vaccines: no vaccination is mandatory in Egypt. However, we recommend that you get vaccinated against diphtheria, tetanus, polio (DTP), typhoid, and hepatitis A and B.

Water
A few basic hygiene rules will avoid a lot of trouble (a good “tourist” in the best case) that would disrupt your vacation: wash your hands with soap before meals, never be tempted by clear water in the middle of nature or by tap water in the city, always put in adequate tablets (you have to wait an hour, which is why it is useful to have 2 bottles), prefer bottled drinks or even tap water in the city, always use appropriate tablets (you have to wait an hour, so it's important to have 2 bottles), prefer bottled drinks or even tap water in the city. tea.

Pharmacy
Your current medications
Pain medication (paracetamol type)
Antispasmodic (Spasfon type)
Antiseptic (Betadine type)
Anti-inflammatory
Arnica in capsules or in stick
Bands, plasters and elastoplastic
Water purifying tablets (micropur type) according to your destination
Antiseptic eye drops
Anti-diarrheal
Tire tick
Sterile pads
Tweezers, scissors, safety pins.

There is no current antibiotic in the UCPA pharmacy, each participant must bring, if they wish, their own treatment according to their tolerance.

Insurance: No additional travel insurance is included in your registration.
IMPORTANT: We remind you that it is essential that you have at least one “medical care abroad” guarantee and a “repatriation” guarantee including “search and rescue costs”.
We advise you to consult the “General Insurance Conditions” pages on our website:
https://www.ucpa.com/assurances



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