Botany Holiday FAQs
These are some of the most frequently-asked question about our Botany Holidays in Menorca. If you have any further questions, please contact Philip and Norene Dunn and we will do all we can to help.
Q – What are the costs and dates of the Botany Holidays in Menorca?
A – Dates and prices for the Botany Holidays can be found here.
Q – Who will be the tutor for the Botany Holidays?
A – Your tutor is botanist David Hawker
Q – Do I need to be an experienced botanist to come on a Botany Holiday?
A – No great knowledge of plants is needed. All you need is a passion for wild plants. You will be coming to relax, learn and enjoy yourself in a beautiful place with the guidance of experienced tutors.
Q – How do I book a Botany Holiday?
A – Simply fill in the Botany Holiday Booking Form and confirm your booking with the £100 deposit.
Q – How do I get to Menorca?
A – Information on flights to Menorca can be found here.
Q – Is our hotel a long way from the airport in Menorca?
A – The S’Algar Hotel is just 15 minutes from Mahon Airport see Google Map. Your transfer is included in your holiday
Q – Do I need to be very fit to enjoy a Botany Holiday in Menorca?
A – Not super fit, but you need to be active enough to get around on rough paths and uneven ground and perhaps climb at rough style or two. These holidays are not suitable for those with mobility problems.
Q – What clothes do I need?
A -
- Good, comfortable walking shoes suitable for rugged ground
- A sun hat may prove invaluable
- Comfortable outdoor clothes – perhaps a shirt with long sleeves to protect from the sun
- Lightweight waterproof – just in case
- A piece of lightweight foam to kneel on is very useful when getting down to study flowers
Q – Who arranges these Botany Holidays?
A – The Botany Holidays in Menorca are arranged by Philip and Norene Dunn. Find out more.
Q – Can I bring a friend or companion who does not want to learn about the flowers of Menorca?
A – Yes. Non- participant partners or companions are made very welcome on our Botany Holidays – they enjoy all the benefits except the tuition and the field trips. See prices for non-participants.
