Terms and Conditions

TRIP PAYMENT AND BOOKING TERMS & CONDITIONS

These terms and conditions govern the booking, payment, cancellation, and refund policies for our tours. By making a reservation, you acknowledge and agree to the following terms:

  1. Deposit and Payment Policy
  • To confirm your reservation, a non-refundable deposit of 30% of the total trip price is required at the time of booking. This deposit excludes the cost of Gorilla and Chimpanzee trekking permits.
  • The remaining balance of the total trip cost must be paid in full at least 60 days prior to the tour commencement date.
  • All tour prices are quoted and payable in US Dollars (USD).
  1. Cancellation and Refund Policy
  • If a written cancellation notice is received more than 60 days before the tour start date, 75% of the deposit will be refunded.
  • If a written cancellation notice is received between 59 to 40 days before the tour start date, 40% of the deposit will be refunded.
  • No refunds will be issued for cancellations made less than 30 days before the tour start date.
  • No refunds will be provided for any unused services or for tour members who fail to show up.
  • We strongly recommend that clients purchase trip cancellation insurance to protect their investment against unforeseen circumstances.


GORILLA AND CHIMPANZEE TREKKING TERMS & CONDITIONS

  1. Permit Purchase and Availability
  • Permits for Gorilla and Chimpanzee trekking in designated National Parks are only purchased after full payment has been received.
  • All permits are subject to availability, and clients are advised to make payments as early as possible to secure their spots.
  1. Trekking Guarantee and Liability
  • Holding a Gorilla or Chimpanzee trekking permit does not guarantee sightings of Mountain Gorillas or Chimpanzees.
  • Natural conditions or unforeseen circumstances may lead to restricted access to the trekking areas at short notice.
  • We shall not be held liable for cancellations due to:
  • National Park or border closures
  • Absence of Gorillas or Chimpanzees
  • Changes in security conditions
  • Any refund for Gorilla or Chimpanzee trekking cancellations is at the sole discretion of the Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA). We will make every effort to obtain a refund on behalf of the client, and if a refund is granted, it will be passed on to the client.
  1. Trekking Success Rate
  • The likelihood of encountering Gorillas or Chimpanzees during the trek is estimated at 98%.

By booking a tour with us, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to the terms outlined above.

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