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Terms & Conditions

Transparent, professional policies designed to safeguard your booking, guarantee porter-welfare standards, and ensure a seamless travel process.

• WELCOME

Welcome

Thank you for choosing Kilimanjaro Africa Safaris.

We are committed to providing safe, enjoyable, and unforgettable experiences across Tanzania.

These Terms & Conditions explain how our bookings work and what you can expect before, during, and after your trip.

By confirming a booking with us, you agree to these Terms & Conditions.

• 01 / BOOKING

Booking Confirmation

Your booking is confirmed once we receive:

Completed Booking Details

All essential guest credentials, dates, and destination choices.

50% Deposit Receipt

Initial payment representing half of the total customized package rate.

Once your booking is confirmed, we immediately begin arranging hotels, park permits, transport, guides, porters, and other services needed for your trip.

• 02 / PAYMENTS

Payment Policy

To make planning simple:

Initial Guarantee

50% of the total trip cost is required to secure your booking.

Final Settlement

The remaining 50% must be paid at least 30 days before your arrival in Tanzania.

If your booking is made less than 30 days before arrival, full payment may be required at the time of booking.

• 03 / PRICING

Prices

All prices are quoted in US Dollars (USD) unless otherwise stated.

Prices are calculated based on:

Group sizeSelected itineraryTravel dates

If government taxes or national park fees change before your trip, we will inform you before final payment.

• 04 / INCLUSIONS

What's Included

Your itinerary will clearly show what is included. Depending on your package, this may include:

Standard or luxury accommodation
Professional certified mountain & safari guides
Private 4x4 vehicles & mountain transport
All official national park entry & conservation fees
Fresh meals listed in your itinerary
Private airport transfers (where included)
Curated activities shown in your itinerary
• 05 / EXCLUSIONS

What's Not Included

Unless specifically stated, our prices do not include:

International flight tickets
Tanzanian entry visas
Comprehensive travel insurance
Personal expenses and laundry services
Premium alcoholic beverages
Tipping guidelines for guides, drivers & porters
Optional extra excursions or flight upgrades
• 06 / ENTRY RULES

Passport & Visa

Guests are responsible for ensuring they have:

A valid passport (with at least 6 months validity from date of entry)
A valid Tanzanian tourist visa (obtained online or at border crossings)
Any required travel, transit, or medical documents

Please check the latest Tanzania entry requirements before travelling.

• 07 / SAFEGUARDS

Travel Insurance

We strongly recommend that every traveller purchases comprehensive travel insurance.

Your insurance should ideally cover:

Trip cancellation
Medical expenses
Emergency evacuation
Lost luggage
Personal belongings

This is especially important for Mount Kilimanjaro climbs.

• 08 / ADAPTABILITY

Changes To Your Booking

If you need to change your travel dates or itinerary, please contact us as early as possible.

Whenever possible, we will help you:

Change your travel dates
Reschedule your trip
Adjust your itinerary parameters

Changes are subject to availability and any costs charged by hotels, airlines, national parks, or other suppliers.

• 09 / REFUNDS SCHEDULE

Cancellation Policy

We understand that sometimes travel plans change. If you need to cancel your trip, please let us know by email as soon as possible.

When your booking is confirmed, we immediately use your 50% booking deposit to secure accommodation, national park permits, transport, guides, porters, and other services.

For this reason, the initial 50% booking deposit is non-refundable.

Any refund offered applies according to the following timeline:

CANCEL FEES & RETURNS
More than 60 days before arrivalEarly warning cancellation window
50% Trip Refund
31–60 days before arrivalIntermediate cancellation window
25% Trip Refund
15–30 days before arrivalLate warning window
15% Trip Refund
14 days or less before arrivalNo return on confirmed logistics
No Refund

By this stage, accommodation, permits, transport, guides, and other services will already have been confirmed and paid in full.

• 10 / NO SHOW

No-Show Policy

If you do not arrive for your trip without informing us in advance, your booking will be treated as a cancellation and no refund will be available.

• 11 / REFUND TIMELINE

Refund Processing

Where a refund is applicable, it will normally be processed within 14–30 business days.

Please note that the following fees are non-refundable:

Bank transfer fees
Currency conversion fees
Payment gateway charges
Other third-party transaction fees
• 12 / DISRUPTIONS

Force Majeure

We cannot be held responsible for delays, cancellations, or changes caused by circumstances beyond our reasonable control. These include:

Extreme weather
Natural disasters
Government travel restrictions
Political unrest
Public health emergencies
Airline disruptions

If such events occur, we will always do our best to help you postpone or rearrange your trip whenever possible.

• 13 / MEDIA COVENANT

Photography & Video

During your safari, Kilimanjaro climb, Zanzibar holiday, or other experience, our guides or team members may take photographs or short videos to capture special moments.

These images or videos may be used for:

Our websiteFacebookInstagramTikTokYouTubeBrochures

If you prefer not to appear in photographs or videos, simply let us know before or during your trip. We will always respect your wishes.

• 14 / RESPECT & SAFETY

Traveller Responsibilities

To help everyone enjoy a safe and memorable experience, we ask our guests to:

Follow the direct instructions of guides and drivers.
Respect wildlife and avoid disturbing natural habitats.
Respect local communities, codes of conduct, and Tanzanian culture.
Adhere strictly to national park regulations and environmental directives.
Treat fellow travellers and trek porters with kindness, equity, and respect.
• 15 / LIMITATIONS

Limitation of Liability

While we take every reasonable step to provide a safe and enjoyable trip, Kilimanjaro Africa Safaris cannot be held responsible for:

Airline delays or cancellations
Weather-related delays or climate hazards
Public road conditions or vehicle delays
Loss or damage of personal belongings
Government acts or permit alterations
Circumstances beyond our reasonable control

Our responsibility is strictly limited to the services we directly provide.

• 16 / RESOLUTION

Complaints

If something isn't right during your trip, please tell your guide or contact our office immediately.

We will always do our best to resolve the issue quickly and fairly.

• 17 / LAW

Governing Law

These Terms & Conditions are governed by the laws of the United Republic of Tanzania.

• 18 / SUPPORT

Contact Us

If you have any questions before booking, we are always happy to help.

FRIENDLY COVENANT

"Thank you for choosing Kilimanjaro Africa Safaris. We truly appreciate your trust and look forward to welcoming you to Tanzania for an unforgettable adventure."