Essential Dominican Explorer - Private Guided Tour in the Dominican Republic

Booking Information

• How to Book: All bookings for the Essential Dominican Explorer must be made via email at book@academtours.com.
• Age Requirement: You must be 21 years of age or older to book the multi-day vacation package.
• Tour package duration: 7 days / 6 nights (Saturday - Friday)
• Plan ahead and save 10%!
  Enjoy this exclusive discount when you book and make your deposit 90 days before your journey.
• Deposit: A non-refundable deposit of USD 300.00 per person is required to secure and confirm your reservation.
• Booking Inquiry: Selected tour package, Arrival Date, Flight Details (e.g., AA987), Full names of all passengers.

Payment:

• Payment Methods & Currency
  All payments must be made in US Dollars (USD) via bank wire transfer to our company account, PRO ACADEM TOURS RD SRL. The complete bank details will be provided on your official invoice.
• Deposit
  To confirm your booking, a non-refundable deposit of USD $300.00 per person is required. An invoice for this deposit will be sent upon receipt of your booking request.
• Final Payment
  The remaining balance must be settled no later than 15 days prior to the tour start date.

Cancellation Terms

• Cancellations made 45 days or less prior to the tour start date will be accepted, but the non-refundable deposit will be retained.
• For cancellations made within 15 days of the tour start date, no refund will be issued.

Accommodation & Rates

All published rates are per person for the Essential Dominican Explorer vacation package, based on double occupancy (sharing a DBL room).

• 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 15 years and older.
• Pre/Post-Tour Services: Extra nights at the Santo Domingo Hotel or additional airport transfers can be arranged at a special rate. Please inquire at the time of booking.

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.
• Individuals who do not meet the health and fitness criteria outlined above.

Travel Insurance Requirement

Medical and travel insurance are not included in the tour package.

Therefore, it is mandatory for all travelers to obtain comprehensive international travel insurance. The policy must be valid for the duration of the tour and must provide adequate coverage for at least the following:

• Medical expenses
• Personal accidents
• Repatriation costs
• Emergency evacuation

Visa Requirements

Citizens of many countries, including the United States, Canada, and members of the European Union, are not required to obtain a visa for tourist travel to the Dominican Republic.

It is the sole responsibility of each traveler to verify the specific entry requirements based on their nationality with the nearest Dominican Republic embassy or consulate.

Force Majeure

The Company (PRO ACADEM TOURS RD SRL) shall not be held liable for any failure to perform its obligations under this agreement, including any delays, itinerary changes, or cancellations, due to circumstances beyond its reasonable control. Under such Force Majeure events, no refunds will be issued.

These circumstances include, but are not limited to:

• Extreme Weather & Natural Disasters: hurricanes, floods, severe storms, or other adverse weather conditions.
• Government Actions: travel bans, border closures, or new restrictions.
• Civil Unrest: war, terrorism, strikes, or riots.
• Significant Accidents or Infrastructure Failure.

In the event of a Force Majeure, we will monitor the situation and make all reasonable efforts to amend itineraries or provide suitable alternative arrangements for the safety and welfare of our clients. Any decisions made by the Company in such circumstances will be final.