Last updated: 24 October 2026
These Terms & Conditions (“Terms”) govern your use of the Africa Tour Operators website (the “Website”). By accessing or using the Website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood and agreed to these Terms. If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, you must not access or use the Website.
1. About Africa Tour Operators
Africa Tour Operators operates a digital marketplace where visitors can browse African safari experiences and connect with tour operators across Africa. The Website provides information about safaris, cultural experiences, adventure activities and holiday packages. As the Website explains, it aims to be a “one‑stop shop for amazing African safaris and tours,” bringing together safari experiences and tour operators from all over Africa to help users plan trips to see wildlife, visit beaches or learn about local cultures[1].
Africa Tour Operators is not a travel agency or a tour operator. The company does not own or operate any safaris, hotels, lodges or transportation services. Instead, it facilitates connections between users and independent third‑party operators. Information about tours and prices is provided by third‑party operators and may change without notice.
2. Acceptance of Terms
By browsing, accessing, registering or booking through the Website, you agree to be bound by these Terms, our Disclaimer & Privacy Policy and any other policies referenced herein. You must be at least 18 years old or have legal capacity in your jurisdiction to use the Website. If you use the Website on behalf of a company or other entity, you warrant that you have authority to bind that entity to these Terms.
3. Use of the Website
- Non‑commercial use. The Website is provided for your personal, non‑commercial use only. You may not use the Website to solicit business, advertise products, harvest data or conduct any unlawful activity.
- Account registration. To access certain features (e.g., posting reviews or joining as a tour operator) you may need to register for an account. You must provide accurate information and keep your credentials confidential. You are responsible for all activities under your account.
- User contributions. If you submit reviews, comments or other content, you grant Africa Tour Operators a non‑exclusive, royalty‑free, perpetual licence to use, reproduce, modify, publish or distribute your content. You must not upload content that is unlawful, defamatory, infringes intellectual property rights or contains personal data of others.
- Prohibited conduct. You agree not to:
- interfere with or disrupt the Website or servers;
- bypass measures to prevent or limit access;
- introduce viruses or other harmful code;
- misuse any booking or listing functionality; or
- impersonate any person or entity.
4. Third‑Party Bookings and Transactions
Africa Tour Operators lists tours and experiences provided by independent third‑party companies. When you make a booking or payment, you are entering into a contract directly with the respective tour operator or service provider. Africa Tour Operators is not a party to such contracts and does not control or guarantee the services provided by third parties.
- Accuracy of information. While we endeavour to keep information up to date, we do not warrant the accuracy, completeness or reliability of any descriptions, prices, itineraries or availability. Our Disclaimer & Privacy Policy explicitly states that the company does not warrant the accuracy, non‑infringement, correctness, merchantability, completeness or fitness for a particular purpose of the Website’s contents[2]. Prices, itineraries and availability are subject to change without notice and may vary from those displayed.
- Payments and cancellations. Payments may be processed by third‑party payment gateways or directly by the tour operator. Any terms relating to payment, deposits, cancellations, refunds or changes are determined by the tour operator. It is your responsibility to read and accept their policies.
- Risk and travel insurance. Participation in safaris, adventure activities, mountain climbing, diving or other tours involves inherent risks. The company does not warrant the safety, availability or reliability of any safaris, accommodation, transportation or activities and shall not be liable for any loss, delay, damage, illness, injury or death arising from their use[3]. You are encouraged to obtain comprehensive travel and medical insurance before embarking on any trip.
5. Intellectual Property
All content on the Website—including text, graphics, logos, photographs, audio and video clips, data compilations and software—is the property of Africa Tour Operators or its content suppliers and is protected by copyright and other intellectual‑property laws. You may view or download material for your own personal use but you may not copy, reproduce, modify, distribute, publish or create derivative works without prior written consent. Trademarks and logos displayed on the Website are registered and unregistered marks of Africa Tour Operators or third parties; nothing in these Terms grants you any licence to use them.
6. External Links and Third‑Party Content
The Website contains links to other websites and resources that are provided by third parties. These links are for your convenience and do not signify endorsement. Africa Tour Operators has no control over the content or practices of external sites and is not responsible for any loss or damage that may arise from your use of them. Our Disclaimer & Privacy Policy notes that third‑party ad servers and networks may use cookies and similar technologies to serve adverts, and we have no control over their practices[4].
7. Privacy and Cookies
We are committed to protecting your privacy. Our Disclaimer & Privacy Policy explains what data we collect, how we use cookies, and how third‑party advertising partners such as Google may collect information through cookies and web beacons[4]. By using the Website, you consent to the collection and use of information as described in that policy.
8. Disclaimer of Warranties
The Website and all information, products and services available through it are provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis. To the fullest extent permitted by law, Africa Tour Operators:
- disclaims all warranties, guarantees or representations regarding the content of the Website as to accuracy, non‑infringement, correctness, merchantability, completeness or fitness for a particular purpose[2];
- does not warrant that the Website will be uninterrupted, timely, secure or free from errors or viruses;
- does not warrant the safety, availability or reliability of any safaris, accommodation, transportation or activities listed on the Website[5];
- makes no guarantee that the information or results obtained by you through the Website will meet your expectations.
Your use of the Website and reliance on any information is at your own risk.
9. Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by law, Africa Tour Operators, its directors, employees, agents or affiliates will not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, punitive or consequential losses or damages (including loss of profits, revenue, data or goodwill) arising out of or in connection with:
- your access to, use of or inability to use the Website;
- any errors or omissions in content;
- any bookings, services or products provided by third‑party operators;
- any injury, illness, death, property damage or other harm resulting from travel or participation in activities promoted on the Website[3];
- any delays, cancellations, force majeure events or acts outside our reasonable control.
This limitation applies even if Africa Tour Operators has been advised of the possibility of such damages. Because some jurisdictions do not allow limitation or exclusion of liability for consequential or incidental damages, some of the above limitations may not apply to you.
10. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Africa Tour Operators, its affiliates, officers, directors and employees from any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs or expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising from your use of the Website, violation of these Terms or infringement of any third‑party rights.
11. Changes to the Terms
We may modify these Terms at any time by posting the updated version on the Website. When we do, the “Last updated” date at the top will be revised. Continued use of the Website after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the new Terms. We encourage you to review the Terms periodically.
12. Termination
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to the Website without notice if we reasonably believe you have violated these Terms or applicable laws, or if continued access would be harmful to us or other users. Upon termination, the provisions of these Terms that by their nature should survive (including intellectual‑property rights, warranties, liability and indemnity clauses) will remain in effect.
13. Contact Us
If you have any questions about these Terms or about our services, please contact us using the details provided on the Contact Us page.
By continuing to use the Website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood and agree to be bound by these Terms & Conditions.
[1] Africa Tour Operators, African Safari Market Place
https://www.africatouroperators.org/
[2] [3] [4] [5] Disclaimer / Privacy Policy
https://www.africatouroperators.org/disclaimer-privacy-policy/
