This document constitutes a binding agreement regarding the management of your Personal Data. We urge you to read these provisions in their entirety as they outline your legal rights and our statutory obligations.
1.0 Definitions & Interpretation
1.1 Definitions
In this Privacy Policy, the following terms shall have the following meanings:
- 'User' refers to any individual accessing the African Pishon Safaris website or utilizing its services.
- 'Service' refers to the safari planning, booking, and logistical support provided by African Pishon Safaris.
- 'Personal Data' refers to any information that identifies or can be used to identify a specific individual.
- 'Processing' refers to any operation performed on Personal Data, such as collection, storage, or disclosure.
2.0 Types of Information We Collect
2.1 Personal Identification Information
We collect information required to facilitate international travel and park permits, including but not limited to:
- Full legal names as appearing on government-issued travel documents.
- Contact details including email addresses, phone numbers, and physical residency.
- Passport copies and visa details for official park and immigration processing.
2.2 Sensitive Personal Data
Due to the nature of remote wilderness expeditions, we may collect information regarding dietary requirements, medical conditions, and physical fitness levels to ensure your safety and wellbeing.
2.3 Automated Technical Data
Upon accessing our digital platform, we automatically collect data such as IP addresses, browser types, and interaction logs through cookies and similar tracking technologies.
3.0 Lawful Basis for Processing
3.1 Contractual Necessity
We process your data primarily to fulfill our contractual obligations to you, such as securing lodge reservations and park entrance permits.
3.2 Legal Compliance
We may process data as required by Tanzanian law, including tax reporting and compliance with the Tanzania National Parks (TANAPA) regulations.
3.3 Legitimate Interest
We process data for our legitimate business interests, such as improving our safari offerings and ensuring the security of our website.
4.0 How We Utilize Your Information
4.1 Operational Use
Your data is used to secure your itinerary, providing necessary details to bush pilots, lodge managers, and specialized field guides.
4.2 Communication
We utilize contact information to provide vital trip updates, safety briefings, and post-safari follow-ups.
4.3 Marketing
With your explicit consent, we may send you occasional newsletters regarding conservation efforts and new expedition routes. You may opt-out at any time.
6.0 Data Security and Retention
6.1 Security Measures
We utilize SSL encryption and secure server environments to safeguard your data against unauthorized access or loss.
6.2 Data Retention
We retain Personal Data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including for the purposes of satisfying any legal, accounting, or reporting requirements.
7.0 Your Privacy Rights
7.1 Access and Rectification
You have the right to request a copy of the Personal Data we hold about you and to request the correction of any inaccuracies.
7.2 Right to Erasure
Under certain conditions, you may request the deletion of your Personal Data from our systems, subject to our legal retention obligations.
7.3 Data Portability
You may request that we transfer your Personal Data to another service provider in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format.
8.0 International Data Transfers
8.1 Global Operations
As our services involve international travel, your data may be transferred to and processed in countries outside of your residency, specifically within the United Republic of Tanzania.
9.0 Contact and Redress
9.1 Inquiries
Direct all inquiries regarding this Privacy Policy or your Personal Data to our Data Protection Team at info@sayitungisafaris.co.tz.
LEGAL ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
African Pishon Safaris reserves the right to modify this Privacy Framework at any time. Significant changes will be communicated via the email address provided in your latest expedition enquiry or through a prominent notice on our primary digital portal.