The Chernobyl Exclusion Zone is one of the most famous Ukrainian phenomenon that is visited by over 30,000 tourists annually. If you are in Ukraine or making plans to visit the country, do not miss the chance to visit this important and unique site. This zone is particularly interesting because of the radiation and the extremely intricate picture created after the nuclear explosion incident many years ago. While some parts of the zone are still exposed to radiation, if you follow all your guides directions and the suggested route, your tour to Chernobyl zone will be absolutely radiation-free. Here are some top tips to consider before touring the Chernobyl Exclusion Zone.
Cost Of Tours To Chernobyl Zone
Tours to the Chernobyl Exclusion Zone are of two types namely private and guided tours. Both tour types differ in price depending on the time of booking, the earlier you book your trip, the cheaper it will cost. A 1-day scheduled tour should cost you between 88 to 165$. The price is inclusive of comfortable auto transportation with air conditioning, all formal permissions and a professional English-speaking tour guide plus interpreter where necessary. Ensure that you finalize your trip booking at least 4 to 7 days before the visit.
Taking A Guided Tour To The Chernobyl Zone
You will be required to define your preferred date of excursion before you send your application for participation and make a prepayment for a reservation. You will then wait until the planned date of excursion and be at the meeting point in time.
Age Permitted To Visit The Chernobyl Zone
The Ukrainian law permits anyone above the age of 18 years to visit the Chernobyl Exclusion Zone. The mere presence of a parent or a notarized parental consent will not change this strict condition for anyone under this age bracket.
Cancellation Of A Tour
A tour to Chernobyl Zone may be canceled under unusual circumstances such as acts of public authorities or accidents that make it impossible to travel, bad weather conditions etc. Such cancellations are rare but should there be one, tourists get their money refunded and in some cases they get bonuses.
Required Medical Certificates For The Tour
To participate in this tour to the exclusion zone, you will not need any medical certificates. To register for the tour, you only need to send your prepayment and passport data. You can safely participate in the Chernobyl Exclusion Zone tour if your health permits you to travel by plane or by bus.
Documents Needed For The Tour
Your passport (Not ID) must always be with you when passing checkpoints of the Chernobyl Zone and it should be the passport you used during registration. In case you change your name or passport number after registration, notify the authorities at least a week before the tour else you will not be allowed into the zone.
Safety Of Trips To Chernobyl Exclusion Zone
As long as you adhere to all the rules of conduct while at the exclusion zone and you follow your guide's instructions, the tour will be absolutely safe. Do not take any contaminated items out from the exclusion zone. By respecting the radiation safety rules, there will be no threat to you or your personal belongings.
Martin Wynn
