Student Leadership Dominican Quest - Educational Travel in the Dominican Republic

Arrival & Departure

The Student Leadership Dominican Quest group educational tour is quoted per student, based on a minimum required group size of 16 students, with all participants arriving at and departing together from Santo Domingo International Airport. Additional private airport transfers can be arranged for an extra charge.

Accommodation & Rates

All published rates are per student per the group tour package (Dominican Logistics Package), based on double occupancy (sharing a DBL room with twin beds). 

Accommodation includes:

• 3 nights at a 3-star hotel in Bayahibe
• 4 nights at a 3-star hotel in Santo Domingo

Breakfast is included throughout the stay.

• Supplemental Rates: Rates for single occupancy (SGL room) or a third person in a double room are available upon request.
• Age Restriction: This tour is exclusively for participants aged 18 years and older.
• Pre/Post-Tour Services: Extra nights in Santo Domingo Hotel or additional airport transfers can be arranged at a special rate. Please inquire at the time of booking.

We recommend bringing:

• Water shoes
• Beach towel
• Insect repellent
• Sunscreen
• Any personal medication you may need

Health, Safety & Dietary Requirements

To ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all participants, please review the following requirements carefully.

1. Dietary Requirements
   Please advise your booking agent of any dietary requirements at the time of booking. While we strive to accommodate requests, we must assess in advance whether we can fully meet your needs for all included meals and food-related activities.
2. Health & Fitness Acknowledgement
   All participants must be in good physical and mental health. This tour is not suitable for individuals with certain conditions, including but not limited to: heart disease, vertigo, seizures, balance disorders, or severe allergies to foods or materials involved in the tour activities.
3. Participation Restrictions
   For safety reasons, participation is not recommendable for:

• Pregnant women.
• People who do not meet the health and fitness criteria outlined above.

The Published Program Student Fee = Per-Person Dominican Logistics Fee Includes:

• Group meet-and-greet upon arrival | bottled water
• Round-trip group airport transfers: SDQ Airport – Santo Domingo – SDQ Airport
• Private group transportation throughout the tour | Daily bottled water
• 3 nights at a 3-star hotel in Bayahibe
• 4 nights at a 3-star hotel in Santo Domingo.
• Hotel accommodation is based on double occupancy (sharing a double room with twin beds)
• Meals: 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches, welcome dinner
• Official tour guide assistance 
• Days 2-7: Full-Day interactive activities as outlined in the detailed itinerary

Not Included:

• Farewell Dinner
• Local taxes and applicable payment fees
• Airfare and airport fees
• Mandatory international medical and travel insurance
• Meals not indicated in the itinerary
• Personal expenses
• Tips

Booking Terms and Conditions

All requests must be submitted via email to book@academtours.com

Group tour dates are proposed by an educational institution or any other organization in its e-mail quote request. A college or university group leader, or another authorized representative, may submit a booking or amendment request in accordance with the educational institution’s requirements.

We do not charge enrollment fees; however, a non-refundable deposit of USD 250.00 per student is required to confirm and guarantee your booking for the Student Leadership Dominican Quest educational tour.

Early Bookings: For each student enrolled more than 90 days before the arrival date with a USD 250 non-refundable deposit paid, a USD 100 early-booking discount will be applied to the published student Dominican logistics fee.

Extra Nights: Additional pre- or post-tour nights in Santo Domingo are available upon request. A special rate of USD 110.00 per double room (twin beds for two guests) per night, including buffet breakfast, applies.

Payment Instructions

To confirm the Student Leadership Dominican Quest group tour package, a non-refundable deposit of USD 250.00 per student is required.

The remaining balance must be paid in full no later than 22 days before the group’s arrival in the Dominican Republic.

You may choose to pay the full balance at once or arrange an approved payment plan after booking.

All payments must be made in USD by bank wire transfer or by credit/debit card via Payment Link. An additional processing fee applies to card payments.

Cancellation Policy

You may cancel your Student Leadership Dominican Quest student group booking up to 22 days before the first tour date. The USD 250.00 deposit per student is non-refundable.

For cancellation requests received 21 to 8 days before the first tour date, a refund will be issued less the non-refundable USD 250.00 deposit per student and an additional per-student USD 250.00 cancellation fee.

No refunds will be provided for cancellation requests received within 7 days of the first tour date.

Early Booking

For each student enrolled more than 90 days before the arrival date with a USD 250 non-refundable deposit paid, a USD 100 early-booking discount will be applied to the published Student Dominican Logistics Fee.

Complimentary Faculty Leader

For every 10 paying students, 1 faculty leader receives the Dominican Logistics Fee FOC (Free of Charge), including accommodation and all land services included in the published program. International airfare, medical and travel insurance, and personal expenses are excluded.

Group Enrollment Bonus

Groups of 21 or more students enjoy additional savings and enhanced benefits.

2027 Special Offer — Bookings made in 2026

• 16 paying students: 2 faculty leaders receive the Dominican Logistics Fee FOC.
• 25 paying students: Every 26th student receives the Dominican Logistics Fee FOC.