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[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section add_icon=”true” title=”Conservation Partner” tab_id=”1675503024458-286b345d-870eb0d5-5af95afc-5678″][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section add_icon=”true” title=”Itinerary” tab_id=”1675499150641-aeab4dbb-0f35b0d5-5af95afc-5678″][vc_custom_heading text=”Itinerary Over-View” font_container=”tag:h2|text_align:center” use_theme_fonts=”yes” css=”.vc_custom_1682537624746{padding-top: 40px !important;padding-bottom: 40px !important;}”][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section add_icon=”true” title=”Accommodation” tab_id=”1675501502119-41057a66-df56b0d5-5af95afc-5678″][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section add_icon=”true” title=”Gallery” tab_id=”1675428561322-9e06508d-c17db0d5-5af95afc-5678″][vc_images_carousel images=”5738,5740,5715,5757,5833,5741,5543,5678,5515,5361″ img_size=”953×953″ slides_per_view=”2″ hide_pagination_control=”yes” wrap=”yes” el_class=”marginauto”][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section add_icon=”true” title=”Price & Dates” tab_id=”1675507281088-8e6f2d95-ef8bb0d5-5af95afc-5678″ el_class=”price-box”][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section add_icon=”true” title=”Faq” tab_id=”1675496018309-44eda169-5bdcb0d5-5af95afc-5678″][vc_custom_heading text=”Frequently Asked Question” font_container=”tag:h2|text_align:center” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_custom_heading text=”Bulgaria Specific” font_container=”tag:h4|text_align:left” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_toggle title=”What travel documents are required for Bulgaria?”]
- Passport
- Visa: Check with your country’s government travel website to see if you need a tourist visa. Most countries do not need one up to 90 days.
- US: travel.state.gov
- UK: gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice
- For all other nationalities, visit https://www.travisa.com/Visa_Search for travel requirement tips or visit your government’s travel website.
[/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”What vaccines/ health documents do I need?”]
- Be up to date on all your routine vaccinations and please talk to your doctor about other health needs for your trip.
[/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”Which airport do I fly into?”]
- Sofia International Airport
[/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”What type of gear and clothing should I pack?”]
- A detailed packing list will be provided on registration of interest.
[/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”What are the physical requirements?”]
- The fitness level of this course is Medium. You should be physically fit enough to hike for part of the day on uneven trails up and down mountains carrying a small day sack.
[/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”What is the time zone?”]
- Bulgaria is on GMT+2.
[/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”What type of electronic plug do they use in Bulgaria?”]
- There are two plug types. Type C, which has two round pins and Type F, which has two round pins and two earth clips on the side.
[/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”What is the voltage of the electronic plugs?”]
- The standard voltage is 230 V. The frequency is 50 Hz.
[/vc_toggle][vc_custom_heading text=”General” font_container=”tag:h4|text_align:left” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_toggle title=”How do I book a course?”]
- To reserve a place on a course all you need to do is book via our ‘booking form’ or contact us via our contact page. On receipt of this, we will acknowledge you and hold you a place. This will be done on a ‘first come basis’ We will then send you details of how to pay your deposit and all supporting information for the course.
[/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”Will I receive an invoice and receipt for my records?”]
- Yes. Once we receive your expression of interest, we will send you our terms and conditions or you can download them from the website. These need to be agreed and signed and we will then invoice you the first payment.
[/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”How can I pay for my course?”]
- Deposits and fees can be paid into our US account, our UK account or into our secure paypal account. Funds can be paid directly or by any of the following means:
- Worldremit, Western union or paypal
[/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”Will I need travel insurance?”]
- Travel insurance is strongly recommended to cover any potential medical, emergencies, missed flights or lost luggage.
[/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”What is the age limit?”]
- 18 or 16 If accompanied by an adult.
[/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”Can this count towards university credits?”]
- Each course will have a detailed itinerary of lessons and experiences included. If you are a college student, you can submit that to your advisor and talk to your administration department to ask about college credits, such as an internship or lab credits. Every university is different.
[/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”Will I share a room with someone, or can I room alone?”]
- Hotel bookings and tents will be set up to pair up same genders unless otherwise requested. If you would like your own room or tent, please inform us so that we may make those arrangements for you. If you are attending with your spouse or partner, we will keep you paired together. For single occupancy, you will have to pay a single occupancy supplement.
[/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”What if I have a dietary requirement?”]
- Please inform us of any allergies or preferences on your application so that we can be sure to arrange for those needs with our in-country partners.
[/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”Are flights and airport transfers included in the price?”]
- No. Travelling to the country of the course and getting to your hotel is your responsibility. We will be responsible for all travel from the initial meeting to the end drop off. Please see the individual itinerary for details of these.
[/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”Is there a waiting list for courses?”]
- No, but this will be subject to availability. If you are interested in a particular course, please submit an expression of interest via our contact page and we will advise.
[/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”Can I cancel my trip and get a refund?”]
- Yes, subject to our Terms and Conditions which you will be required to read and acknowledge as acceptance of your booking.
[/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”Why do the courses have different prices?”]
- We work with our partners to try to keep the prices down as much as possible for your affordability. Course prices are based on the costs for us to cover stipends for partner personnel, logistics and permits in accordance to the current rate, which differs in each location.
[/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”Will there be Wi-Fi on the trip?”]
- Wi-Fi will be available within the cities and most main towns of locations. If a course has days in a more remote field station or field camp location, Wi-Fi may be unavailable, but if we can, we will endeavor to provide it.
[/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”How do you handle Covid-19?”]
- Covid-19 policies will be followed based on the country of the course. Many countries may still require proof of vaccination status to enter, please double check those requirements before you travel. Masks are optional but recommended if a participant has a cough. If a participant becomes ill with Covid-19 symptoms, we will test for positivity and arrange for the participant to be removed from the group and follow quarantine requirements for that country.
[/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”What do I do if a link on the website isn’t working?”]
- Oh no! We’re sorry if something on the website is acting glitchy. Please don’t hesitate to contact us to let us know so that we can it fixed right away!
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