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Since 2007, Nature Wanderers has been at the forefront of wildlife photo tourism in India, offering unparalleled experiences that connect nature enthusiasts with the planet’s most captivating creatures. From the majestic Royal Bengal tiger in India’s dense forests to the awe-inspiring Great Migration in Africa, our journeys are crafted to immerse you in the wonders of the natural world.
Terms & Conditions Agreement
BOOKING TERMS AND CANCELLATION POLICY
Safari and accommodation bookings are always done in advance as per permit rules and regulations and hotel requirements. The following terms are integral for a confirmed booking.
- A non-refundable and non-transferable deposit of as per the payment terms of the total tour cost has to be made in order to secure your seat.
- The remaining fee will be paid to Nature Wanderers as per the payment terms specified for this tour mentioned in the cost & terms section.
- Cancellation: A cancellation will be considered only once we receive an email initiating your request for cancellation. Your deposit is used to secure your accommodation, safaris, transportation and other bookings and hence is non-refundable and non-transferable. The cancellation amount will be decided as per the cancellation % amount mentioned in the cost & terms section of this photo tour.
- If your final payment is not received as per the above-mentioned clause, Nature Wanderers will be entitled to consider your booking as cancelled.
ITINERARY CHANGES
Nature Wanderers will always strive to deliver the tour you have signed up for as per the itinerary. However, there is always a possibility of last-minute changes with regards to cancellation or delays of flights, trains, illness of private guide, natural occurrences like heavy rain or snow, delay in travel due to road blockage, change in accommodation due to overbooking etc. In such a situation, Nature Wanderers will make all attempts to carry on and complete the tour. However, in case the tour has to be cancelled due to political unrest, natural disasters, cancellation of flights/ trains or any other unforeseen condition, Nature Wanderers will not be held responsible or liable for any refund, provided such a cancellation is beyond the control of Nature Wanderers.
TOUR LEADER POLICY
All Nature Wanderers photo safaris will be led by a professional photographer who would be the photography guide or the tour leader. In case of any last-minute contingencies (medical issues with the tour leader, personal issues etc.) Nature Wanderers would be replacing the tour leader keeping in mind the forest rules and regulations. Any such changes would be communicated to the guests beforehand.
MORAL CODE OF CONDUCT
Nature Wanderers is an extremely reputed and respected company and we treat all our guests with love and respect. Our on-ground team of naturalists and drivers are our backbone and are highly regarded in their experience and seniority. While on safari we follow their instructions and every detail of your safari is chalked out after considerable inputs from them. We do not allow or tolerate any unruly behaviour or harassment towards our naturalist, driver, tour leader and photo guide. Any misconduct towards any member of our team will render your tour cancelled with no refund and you will be blacklisted for any further travel.
PASSPORTS, VISAS AND OFFICIAL DOCUMENTS
Nature Wanderers is not responsible for the procurement of visas for the guests. We will provide all details/ letter of invitation that may be required for the visa process. National Parks require the original ID proof at the time of entry into the forest for any safari. It is mandatory for all guests to carry their ID proofs on their person at the time of the safari and the safe keeping of the same is the responsibility of the guest. Nature Wanderers will not be held liable for the loss of any ID.
SAFETY
There may be situations in the forest during a safari that a wild animal comes close to our vehicle. Please note that the most important thing to do is to remain calm. Attacks are a very rare occurrence and your safety is always going to be our first priority. In case our accommodation is in a forested patch, always follow the safety instructions from the staff and do not venture out alone at night. While on safari, follow the instructions of our team members. However, Nature Wanderers cannot be held responsible for any trauma, injury or incident involving a wild animal.
RELEASE AND INDEMNITY
Agreement and Release of Liability:
The undersigned represent that they are fully aware of and able to understand and evaluate the risks associated with adventure and wildlife travel. Certain degree of risk is an integral quality of Adventure & Wildlife. The risks of the Activities including but not limited to wildlife gypsy safaris and nature walks, etc, group and individually provided transportation and other events related to the activity, and that Participant is physically able to engage in the Activities. Trip participants are solely responsible for understanding the conditions implied in the Trip Itinerary, selecting a trip that is appropriate to their interests, their abilities and fitness level in the selected trip.
Nature Wanderers, operating as Wildlife Travel Company requires all Participants attending and/or participating in our workshops and related Activities to sign and submit this Responsibility Agreement and Release of Liability form as a condition of their attendance and participation in all of Nature Wanderers Program.
The undersigned acknowledge that they know of the risk to the Participant, in addition to other risks and dangers of participating in the tours. The undersigned hereby assumes all risk of participation in the tour including, without limitation, those listed above, whether such risks are caused by negligence of any person or otherwise. The Participant is presumed to have the knowledge of adventure and wildlife related travel and handling skills necessary to participate in the tour they have chosen.
Participants are required to respect the laws and customs of countries and destinations visited.
Nature Wanderers, the operator, the directors, their agents and/or suppliers of services act only as agents for the traveler and accept no responsibility for the service of any hotel, restaurant, carrier or any other independent party used in connection with these tours; nor any liability for claims, damages, injury, loss, accident, delay, inconvenience or irregularity which may be occasioned by any cause whatsoever including acts of nature, government restrictions or any failure of any means of a conveyance to adhere to a published schedule.
In the event that it becomes necessary or advisable to alter the itinerary or arrangements for the comfort and/or wellbeing of the participants, such alterations will be made without penalty to the operator, as duly read and agreed above.
I am aware that Wildlife Program, such as that which I am undertaking, may involve hazardous activities in remote areas of the world with risk of illness, injury, or loss of life, which may be caused by forces of nature or some agencies known or unknown. I am also aware that medical services or facilities may not be readily available or accessible during some or all of the time I am participating in the tours. Although the undersigned acknowledge that there is no obligation of any person to provide Participant with medical care during or after the tour, in the event emergency medical care is rendered to Participant, the undersigned has declared their permission.
In order to partake of the excitement and enjoyment of this wildlife tour, I am willing to accept the risk and uncertainty involved as being an integral part of my adventure. I hereby accept and assume full responsibility for any and all risks of illness, injury, or loss of life, due to the negligence of Nature Wanderers, its owners, agents, employees, contractors, or affiliated organizations or any of their employees.
I the undersigned Participant, hereby agree to indemnify and hold harmless Nature Wanderers, it’s owners, agents, employees, and any other persons and entities involved with this tour, from any loss, liability or damage, including attorney’s fees they may incur in any suit, demand, legal action, or claim of any nature made by the undersigned or any representative of the undersigned, arising out of any alleged injury, illness, damage or death resulting from Participant’s engagement in the tour/activities, whether such injury, illness, damage, or loss of life is alleged to or did result from the negligence of any person, or otherwise.
The undersigned agrees to grant permission to Nature Wanderers to utilize their likeness on the website, in videos, and in written materials. I have carefully read the Nature Wanderers Terms and Conditions as well as the Agreement and Release of Liability form. I have familiarized myself with all information provided to me about this tour, and I agree to all stated conditions set forth in the Agreement and Release of Liability form. I acknowledge that Adventure Travel and Wildlife is an inherently risky sport and fully anticipate the risk of participating in such a Program and fully assume all the risks associated with such participation including by way of example, and not limitation: the dangers of collision with pedestrians, vehicles, other riders, fixed or moving objects, pot holes, equipment failure and such.
I HAVE CAREFULLY READ THIS AGREEMENT AND RELEASE OF LIABILITY FORM. I UNDERSTAND THAT IT IS A RELEASE OF LIABILITY AND A CONTRACT BETWEEN MYSELF AND NATURE WANDERERS, AND I AGREE TO THIS AGREEMENT OF MY OWN FREE WILL.