Tour Terms & Conditions – Southern California Bird and Stay Trip 2026
- Tour Description
Pteravia agrees to provide the following tour services: the Tour will take place from April 24 – April 27, 2026, covering various prime birding locations in Southern California. Participants will stay in comfortable accommodations and enjoy meals at local restaurants and hotels. The Tour includes birding at historical sites, national parks, cloud forests, and private reserves, with opportunities to observe a diverse range of bird species and the peak period for bird migration.
- Payment
The total cost for the tour is $2,040.00 USD for double room occupancy and $2,530.00 for single room occupancy per person, to be paid four months before the Tour’s start date unless otherwise stated. Discounts may apply if stated. A $500 USD deposit is required to secure a spot on the tour, which is non-refundable.
- Cancellation Policy
- Any cancellation will result in a total loss of the $500 USD deposit.
- Any cancellations made between February 24 and March 24, 2026, will result in a loss of 50% of the trip price.
- Any cancellation made between March 25, 2026, and the trip departure will result in a total loss of funds.
- We recommend obtaining travel insurance that includes Cancel For Any Reason (CFAR) coverage. Pteravia works with Seven Corners to provide Basic Medical Expense Coverage.
Tour Operator-Initiated Cancellation:
- If Pteravia cancels the Tour for any reason, participants will receive a full refund of all payments made. Pteravia is not responsible for any additional costs incurred by participants (e.g., non-refundable airline tickets).
- Responsibilities of Pteravia
Pteravia agrees to:
- Provide experienced guides for the tour.
- Ensure the safety and well-being of the participants to the best of their ability.
- Provide necessary information regarding the tour and any equipment required.
- Responsibilities of the Client
The Client agrees to:
- Make all necessary payments as per the agreed schedule.
- Follow the guidelines and instructions provided by the tour guides.
- Bring the recommended clothing and equipment.
- Liability
The Client acknowledges and agrees that Pteravia acts only as an agent for the passenger regarding travel and assumes no liability for injury, damage, loss, accident, delay, or irregularity caused by defect in such vehicles or for any other reasons whatsoever. The Client agrees to release, indemnify, and hold harmless Pteravia from any and all liabilities as detailed in the Participant Waiver and Release of Liability Agreement.
- Health and Safety
The Client certifies that they are in good health and capable of participating in the tour. The Client agrees to follow all health and safety guidelines provided by Pteravia.
- Changes to Itinerary
Pteravia reserves the right to make changes to the itinerary as deemed necessary for the safety and enjoyment of the participants.
- Governing Law
This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Colorado.
- Arbitration
Any disputes arising out of or related to this agreement shall be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association, any which proceedings shall be filed and held in Denver, Colorado.
- Severability
If any provision of this agreement is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision shall be severed from this agreement, and the remaining provisions shall be enforceable to the fullest extent permitted by law.