TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF BOOKING AND TRAVEL
1. Booking and Payment
- A deposit 30% is required to confirm a booking.
- The balance is payable before departure, commonly 60 days prior to travel.
- Bookings made close to the departure date may require full payment upfront.
2. Cancellation and Refunds
- Cancellations must be submitted in writing.
- Cancellation charges generally increase as the departure date approaches.
- No refunds are usually provided for unused services or early termination of a safari.
3. Price Changes
- Safari operators may reserve the right to adjust prices due to:
- Government tax changes
- National park fee increases
- Fuel surcharges
- Supplier rate changes beyond their control.
4. Travel Documents
- Clients are responsible for obtaining valid passports, visas, permits, and any required travel documents.
- The company is typically not liable if a traveler is denied entry because of incomplete documentation.
5. Health Requirements
- Travelers are responsible for ensuring they meet vaccination and health requirements.
- Any medical conditions that could affect travel should be disclosed before booking.
6. Travel Insurance
- Comprehensive travel and medical insurance is strongly recommended and often required.
- The company generally accepts no liability for losses that could have been covered by insurance.
7. Liability and Risk
- Participation in safaris is generally at the traveler's own risk.
- The company acts as an agent for hotels, airlines, lodges, and other suppliers and is not responsible for their actions or failures.
- Liability for injury, loss, delay, or damage is usually limited to the extent permitted by law.
8. Force Majeure
- The company is not liable for disruptions caused by events outside its control, such as:
- Natural disasters
- Pandemics
- Political unrest
- Strikes
- Acts of terrorism.
9. Complaints and Dispute Resolution
- Complaints should be submitted in writing within a specified period.
- Disputes are generally governed by the laws of Kenya and resolved through Kenyan courts.