TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Booking Confirmation:
Clients are requested to send at least 30% of the total
cost of a tour in order to guarantee the Request into our bank
account as directed by our salesman.
When to book your Safaris
It is better to book as far in advance as possible to ensure
availability of rooms and other services at the time you wish to travel,
especially during the peak seasons (July & August and Christmas time).
This is especially important for those wishing to travel on private
custom safaris and those adding extensions to the scheduled trips.
Cancellation:
In the event of cancellation of a tour, the deposit is
considered to be the cancellation fee.
Loss/Damages
The company will exercise utmost care in handling its
guests and their property, but will not be responsible for loss or
damage to personal belongings or personal injury.
Transportation
The Company may, at its discretion, use Land Rover
Station wagons, minibuses or any other suitable transport subject to
weather and other condition ( a request for a specific type of vehicle
will be considered). English speaking driver/guides are provided. All
tours start and end in Arusha.
Price Lists
Price quotations are inclusive of hotel or lodge
accommodation charges, meals, park fees, driver guides and his
expenses. Quotations do not include hotel expenses prior to and at the
termination of the tour, alcoholic drinks, tips or any other item not
mentioned in the quotation.
Credit
Cards as mode of Payment
No we do not accept Visa or MasterCard for your safari deposit/balance
payments. The balance is due 60 days prior to departure and is payable
through our Bank Account.
Money:
Major foreign currencies - particularly US$ or Euro - and
travelers cheques are accepted and are convertible at banks and bureaux
de changes in the main town and tourist areas Euros are also widely used
and have good rates. Credit cards are not widely accepted and carry poor
exchange rates. Some of International Banks offer ATM facilities.
Standard chattered Bank and Barclays' Banks in Major town and Cities
have introduced now ATM facilities at a better rates at least but keep
in mind the exchange rates and or service charge will make you loose
some money. At Standard Chartered Bank one has to use VISA only to get
Cash. Most of Cards are acceptable to Barclays' bank. Visitors may be
expected to pay in foreign currency for game parks. Don't change money
in the street.
Camping Safaris
We also provide standard camping safaris and numbers of
days will be the same as staying in lodges. Prices for camping safaris
include: Park fees, meals, cook, driver, camping gear and transport.
Prices for camping safaris per trip will depend on the number of
people. Maximum is five people in a 4 WD vehicle. We prefer every
client to sit on a window seat. We can arrange for extended car that
give all our clients a chance to the window. Your wish is our
commitment.
Mountain climbing
Prices for mountain climbing include entry fees, meals,
cook, transport to and from mountain gate, hut fees, rescue fees,
porters and guides. It does not include items for wearing e.g. clothes,
boots, climbing sticks, socks, goggles etc.
Accommodation
The right is reserved to substitute hotels, when
necessary, for those described in the itineraries.
Avoid changes for hotel for do pre-booking to reserve the room.
Additional
costs one can expect when travel.
Our safari packages include all accommodation and meals while on safari,
airport transfers, park fees and services of Pride Safaris guides
and drivers. It is customary to tip your guide and driver, as well as
the Cook or Camp staff if you are camping during your safari. You will
also need to pay for your own beverages and personal items like laundry
service and phone calls before you go, you are responsible for any
passport and visa fees. We also highly recommend you purchase travel
protection insurance. And finally, if you know yourself to be a big
souvenir shopper you'll need to budget accordingly. Flying doctors card
can be bought and included in the package on your request.