Welcome to Botes Safaris, your premier African safari and travel specialist. By booking any safari or travel package with us, you agree to the following Terms and Conditions. These outline your rights, responsibilities, and obligations, as well as those of Botes Safaris. Please read them carefully.
All bookings are subject to availability and are only confirmed once a 30% non-refundable deposit has been received.
The remaining balance must be paid no later than 60 days before the scheduled safari departure date.
Bookings made within 60 days of departure must be paid in full at the time of booking.
Payments may be made via:
Bank transfer
Credit or debit card
Approved online payment channels
All bank charges, card fees, or transfer fees are the client’s responsibility.
Cancellations must be submitted in writing and will incur the following charges:
More than 60 days before departure: Loss of deposit
31–60 days before departure: 50% of the total cost
30 days or less before departure: 100% of the total cost
No refunds will be issued for:
Unused services
Late arrivals
Early departures
Portions of the safari not used by the client
Comprehensive travel insurance is mandatory for all clients. It must cover:
Medical emergencies
Evacuation
Trip cancellations
Lost baggage
Personal liability
Clients must provide proof of valid travel insurance at least 14 days before departure.
Clients are responsible for ensuring they meet all required health conditions, including vaccinations and medications recommended for travel in Africa.
Clients must disclose any medical conditions, allergies, or dietary requirements prior to booking.
Clients are responsible for obtaining all necessary travel documents including:
Passports (valid for at least 6 months beyond the travel date)
Visas
Permits
Vaccination certificates (where required)
Botes Safaris is not responsible for delays, denials, or additional costs arising from incorrect or incomplete travel documentation.
Every effort is made to follow the agreed itinerary; however, Botes Safaris reserves the right to make changes due to unforeseen circumstances such as:
Weather
Road conditions
Park regulations
Safety considerations
Wildlife movements
Flight changes
If adjustments are required, alternative arrangements of equal value will be made whenever possible.
Botes Safaris acts as an agent for lodges, camps, transfer companies, airlines, and activity providers. We are not liable for:
Injury
Loss
Damage
Delays
Service failures caused by third-party operators
Clients participate in safari activities at their own risk. Botes Safaris is not responsible for any accidents, injuries, wildlife interactions, or property loss during the trip.
Clients are expected to respect:
Wildlife
Local communities
Staff
Fellow travelers
Any behavior deemed dangerous or inappropriate may result in immediate removal from the safari without refund.
Botes Safaris is not liable for delays, cancellations, or service disruptions caused by events outside our control, including:
Natural disasters
Pandemics
Political unrest
Flight cancellations
Weather conditions
Government regulations
Other force majeure events
These Terms and Conditions are governed by the laws of the country in which the booking is processed. Any disputes will fall under the jurisdiction of the courts in the relevant region.
By booking any safari, activity, or service with Botes Safaris, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and accepted these Terms and Conditions in full.
Email:
liander@botesafaris.ae
Phone / WhatsApp:
+971 56 101 0279