Question 1

What is the best season to do this adventure?

Accepted Answer

At any time of the year you can do this adventure.

Question 2

What is the weather like in this experience?

Accepted Answer

It can vary according to the month in which you are going to carry out the experience.
May through August is hot, while September through October is a little cooler.

Question 3

Where does the experience begin? Will they pick me up at the airport or hostel?

Accepted Answer

It starts on day 1 at approximately 5pm at the HI Santa Monica hostel.
Transportation from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to the hostel is at your own expense.

Question 4

Are there any medical or vaccination requirements?

Accepted Answer

It is recommended to consult with your local doctor and to know the official information before the trip. There are currently no required vaccinations to visit the United States, however, we recommend vaccination for Tetanus, Diphtheria, Polio and Yellow Fever.

Question 5

What happens if I get sick or injured on the trip and cannot continue?

Accepted Answer

There are always plans and evacuation routes, for simple or complicated situations. The guides are prepared for any situation.

Question 6

What currency do you recommend I carry? Where can I change?

Accepted Answer

The official currency in the United States is the US Dollar (USD). At the Los Angeles Airport there are exchange houses that change any currency in the world; however, it is advisable to bring US dollars because all exchange houses accept this currency, but not necessarily the other types of currencies. ###MX In the following link you can find an estimate of the current exchange value in Mexican pesos: https://www.xe.com/es/currencyconverter/convert/?Amount=1&From=MXN&To=USD ###CO En You can find an estimate of the current exchange value in Colombian pesos in the following link: https://www.xe.com/es/currencyconverter/convert/?Amount=1&From=COP&To=USD Note: The exchange rate may vary depending on the bank or exchange house where it is processed.

Question 7

What does this experience not include?

Accepted Answer

Domestic flight, medical assistance abroad, meals not specified in the itinerary, tips (5 USD approx per day for your guide - optional), any train, bus, taxi tickets for trips made after the trip.

Question 8

If the experience is in groups, what size are the groups?

Accepted Answer

15 people approximately

Question 9

Do I have free time during the activities of the experience?

Accepted Answer

Depending on the day, once the scheduled activities are over, you will generally be able to enjoy free time to relax, share with your peers, and explore on your own. This time will be communicated by the guide at the beginning of your experience

Question 10

What recommendations are there for days off?

Accepted Answer

After the scheduled activities and according to the days, you can optionally take different activities or visit cultural sites. Ask your guide for more information about the sites you can visit.

Question 11

If the experience includes meals, what are the dishes like?

Accepted Answer

No none (breakfast, lunch and dinner)

Question 12

What is the best season to do this adventure?

Accepted Answer

What is the best season to do this adventure?

Question 13

What is the weather like in this experience?

Accepted Answer

It can vary according to the month in which you are going to carry out the experience.
May through August is hot, while September through October is a little cooler.

Question 14

Where does the experience begin? Will they pick me up at the airport or hostel?

Accepted Answer

It starts on day 1 at approximately 5pm at the HI Santa Monica hostel.
Transportation from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to the hostel is at your own expense.

Question 15

Are there any medical or vaccination requirements?

Accepted Answer

It is recommended to consult with your local doctor and to know the official information before the trip. There are currently no required vaccinations to visit the United States, however, we recommend vaccination for Tetanus, Diphtheria, Polio and Yellow Fever.

Question 16

What happens if I get sick or injured on the trip and cannot continue?

Accepted Answer

There are always plans and evacuation routes, for simple or complicated situations. The guides are prepared for any situation.

Question 17

What currency do you recommend I carry? Where can I change?

Accepted Answer

The official currency in the United States is the US Dollar (USD). At the Los Angeles Airport there are exchange houses that change any currency in the world; however, it is advisable to bring US dollars because all exchange houses accept this currency, but not necessarily the other types of currencies. ###MX In the following link you can find an estimate of the current exchange value in Mexican pesos: https://www.xe.com/es/currencyconverter/convert/?Amount=1&From=MXN&To=USD ###CO En You can find an estimate of the current exchange value in Colombian pesos in the following link: https://www.xe.com/es/currencyconverter/convert/?Amount=1&From=COP&To=USD Note: The exchange rate may vary depending on the bank or exchange house where it is processed.

Question 18

What does this experience not include?

Accepted Answer

Domestic flight, medical assistance abroad, meals not specified in the itinerary, tips (5 USD approx per day for your guide - optional), any train, bus, taxi tickets for trips made after the trip.

Question 19

If the experience is in groups, what size are the groups?

Accepted Answer

15 people approximately

Question 20

Do I have free time during the activities of the experience?

Accepted Answer

Depending on the day, once the scheduled activities are over, you will generally be able to enjoy free time to relax, share with your peers, and explore on your own. This time will be communicated by the guide at the beginning of your experience

Question 21

What recommendations are there for days off?

Accepted Answer

After the scheduled activities and according to the days, you can optionally take different activities or visit cultural sites. Ask your guide for more information about the sites you can visit.

Question 22

If the experience includes meals, what are the dishes like?

Accepted Answer

No none (breakfast, lunch and dinner)

Question 23

What is the average price of meals not included?

Accepted Answer

The total average price per person of meals is very varied, it depends on the restaurant where you decide to eat; the price can go from 300 USD upwards.

Question 24

How are the lodgings of this adventure? What is the name of the hostel?

Accepted Answer

They are 3-star hostels sharing 4 to 6 pax per room, they already include taxes. HI Santa Monica, HI Santa Cruz Hostel, HI SF Downtown Hostel

Question 25

What happens if I travel alone? It&#x27;s possible?

Accepted Answer

Of course you can travel alone, but you must add an individual supplement (mandatory). In the “Extras” section you can see more information about it.

Question 26

What is the minimum and maximum age? Does the price change for minors?

Accepted Answer

Because the accommodations are in hostels and the experience is active, it is not possible to admit children under 18 years of age or over 35 years of age.

Question 27

If I arrive a day earlier or leave a day later, where can I stay?

Accepted Answer

At the moment there is no option to add previous nights in Los Angeles and / or later in San Francisco, however you can add them on your own considering the final list of hostels.

Question 28

Will I have internet and/or telephone coverage, as well as Wi-Fi?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you will have access to Wi-Fi every night in your hostel.

Question 29

Will I be able to charge my electronic devices?

Accepted Answer

Yes, all hostels have a power outlet.

Question 30

What voltage is used, do I need an adapter?

Accepted Answer

The electrical current is 220V, 60HZ AC, standard plugs or sockets accept the round inlets, but many places will have dual-voltage plugs that take the flat inlets, so an adapter may be needed.

Question 31

Within what time can I arrive for day 1?

Accepted Answer

On the first day you must show up at the International Airport of your country 3 hours before the departure time of your flight to Los Angeles.
In order not to miss the briefing before the trip, we suggest that the flight be before 5pm

Question 32

What time will we finish on the last day?

Accepted Answer

At 11am which is the time of check out

Question 33

What physical condition do I need to complete this experience?

Accepted Answer

It is not a requirement to be in good physical condition, however it is important that you consider that you will be doing hiking activities and walking a lot most of the time.

Question 34

Do I need travel insurance? What should my policy cover?

Accepted Answer

For your visit to the United States, travel insurance is not mandatory; however, we recommend having travel insurance. In &#x27;extras&#x27; you can add an insurance that covers you during the days of your experience, for more information consult this with our advisors.

Question 35

Do I need any kind of special equipment? What kind of clothes do I need?

Accepted Answer

Comfortable shoes, swimsuit, light clothing (we recommend you check the weather before you travel) and a bottle of water to refill

Question 36

Do I need a visa to enter the country?

Accepted Answer

You need to check directly with your country&#x27;s embassy to confirm if there are any visa requirements to visit the United States. This will depend on the nationality. It is also important that the passport has at least six months of validity from the return of the trip. Check the following link to know the visa requirements according to your country: https://localadventures.mx/visas-and-restrictions Note: It is the traveler&#x27;s responsibility to have the corresponding requirements to leave the country and to access the destination; in case of denial, LocalAdventures is not responsible for the charges derived from said situation.

Question 37

Does it include international flights to reach the destination?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the experience includes an international flight from Mexico City to Los Angeles and from San Francisco to Mexico City in tourist class. Flights include a checked bag of up to 20 kilos.

Question 38

What is the flight schedule?

Accepted Answer

You will know the route, date and times of your flights no later than 7 days before starting your experience. It is important to take into account that it is possible to need days before or after your experience to be able to take the flight. It is necessary to have an American visa.

Question 39

With which airline are the flights included?

Accepted Answer

The flight may be operated by Delta, United, American Airlines and others.

Question 40

How and when will the plane tickets arrive?

Accepted Answer

The plane tickets will be sent by the Local Adventures team to each traveler maximum 1 week before your departure. Check your email.

Question 41

Can you bring some kind of Drone to this experience?

Accepted Answer

The use of Drones and other unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) is not allowed during the activities organized by our suppliers. If you bring a drone into the country, it is your responsibility to be informed and follow all local laws. This may include registering your drone with the authorities. If you violate this policy or operate a drone illegally, you are subject to removal from the tour as per our terms and conditions

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