Conditions

Booking Conditions – Africana Safaris

1. Reservations & Deposits

A booking is confirmed after a 30% deposit has been received from the client. The remaining balance must be paid 60 days before the safari date. Reservations made within 45 days require full payment immediately. All payments must be fully cleared before travel begins.

2. Visa & Entry Requirements (Current Standards)

Travelers are responsible for obtaining valid visas and meeting immigration requirements. Tanzania allows both e-Visa and visa-on-arrival. Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months with one blank page. Some nationalities may require additional entry permissions.

3. Mandatory Travel Insurance (Current Rule)

All non-resident travelers must have valid travel insurance covering: • Medical emergencies • Evacuation • Trip cancellation • Lost luggage Proof of insurance may be required before the safari begins.

4. Health Requirements & Current Regulations

Guests arriving from or transiting high-risk countries must present a Yellow Fever certificate. Covid-19 testing rules follow current Tanzanian Government policies. We recommend carrying a personal medical kit and ensuring your insurance includes evacuation.

5. Cancellation & Refund Policy

• 60+ days before travel: Deposit refunded minus 10% admin fee.
• 30–59 days: 50% of total safari cost charged.
• Less than 30 days: 100% cancellation charge.

Government fees (visa, insurance, park fees) are non-refundable after issuance.

6. Pricing & Currency Fluctuation (Current Condition)

Prices are quoted in USD unless stated otherwise. Africana Safaris reserves the right to adjust rates in case of: • Government tax changes • Park fee changes • Fuel price increases • Currency fluctuations Clients will be informed immediately should any change occur.

7. Safari Itinerary Changes (Current Standard)

In rare circumstances, Africana Safaris may adjust routes, accommodations, or schedules due to weather, safety, or operational reasons. Alternatives of equal or better quality will be provided without extra cost.

8. Wildlife Sightings

Safari experiences depend on nature. While our guides are experts, Africana Safaris cannot guarantee sightings of specific wildlife species.

9. Client Responsibility

Guests must follow guide instructions at all times. Africana Safaris is not responsible for accidents caused by client negligence, including leaving the vehicle in restricted areas or ignoring safety advice.

10. Liability

Africana Safaris acts as an agent for hotels, lodges, airlines, and transportation companies. We are not liable for injury, loss, delays, or damages caused by third-party providers, weather, strikes, national park changes, or government regulations.

11. Governing Law

All bookings with Africana Safaris are governed by the laws of the United Republic of Tanzania. Any dispute will be handled in Tanzanian courts.