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PolarExplorers: Payments & Refunds
Deposit and Final Payment
To reserve a PolarExplorers trip, a deposit equal to 25% of the total trip price is due at time of booking.
| Deposit Amount | Final Payment Due Date | |
|---|---|---|
| All PolarExplorers Trips | 25% of fare | 120 days prior to departure |
PolarExplorers accepts all major credit cards, checks and wire transfers. A processing fee applies to all credit card and wire transfer payments.
PolarExplorers reserves the right to cancel any booking that is not paid within 120 days of departure.
Cancellations and Refunds
If a cancellation occurs, PolarExplorers will assess the following charges:
| PolarExplorers Expeditions | Days Prior to Departure | Cancellation Charge |
|---|---|---|
| North Pole | 119 days or more 120 days or less |
Administrative fee of $1,380 per person No refund |
| South Pole | 119 days or more 120 days or less |
Administrative fee of $1,200 per person No refund |
| Greenland | 119 days or more 120 days or less |
Administrative fee of $500 per person No refund |
| South Georgia | 119 days or more 120 days or less |
Administrative fee of $500 per person No refund |
| Polar Shakedown | 119 days or more 120 days or less |
Administrative fee of $250 per person No refund |
Rates are subject to change and may fluctuate based on the current currency exchange rate.
Timetables and rates are subject to change, and exceptions may apply. Please confirm payment and cancellation policies with your Vacations To Go travel counselor at time of booking.
Purchase of travel insurance may reduce or eliminate the cancellation fees outlined above. For more information please call your Vacations To Go travel counselor.