Terms and Conditions

These are the Terms and Conditions that will apply to your booking. Please read them carefully as you will be bound by them. These Terms shall constitute the entire agreement between the Company and the Client relating to the subject matter herein, and shall constitute a binding agreement. There is no verbal or written; representation, warranty, prior agreement, or description of services, other than as expressed herein.

The Contract is with The Shamanic Market. “the Company”. By booking a trip, you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions that govern the relationship, the cancellation policy and limitations of liability..

Inca Trail Requirements

Client Details including full name as it appears in the passport that the Client will be traveling with, passport number, passport expiry date, date of birth and nationality are required to confirm a booking. Any amendments to these details may result in failure to secure an Inca Trail permit. The Company will not be held responsible for any fees levied as a result.

CURRENCY

The currency applied to the Clients booking will be determined by the booking location of the Client, and the matching currency. The Company reserves the right, however, to apply the currency of their choosing to the booking.

UNUSED SERVICES

There will be no discounts or monies refunded for missed or unused services, this includes voluntary or involuntary termination/departure from tour, i.e. sickness, death of a family member etc, late arrival on the tour, or premature departure either voluntarily or involuntarily.

FLEXIBILITY

The Client understands and acknowledges the nature of this type of travel requires considerable flexibility and should allow for reasonable alterations by the Company. It is understood that the route, schedules, itineraries, amenities and mode of transport may be subject to alteration without prior notice due to local circumstances or events, which may include sickness or mechanical breakdown, flight cancellations, strikes, events emanating from political disputes, entry or border difficulties, extreme weather and other unpredictable or unforeseeable circumstances or any other reason whatsoever.

AIRFARE

Any tour does not include international air fare or any other flights unless mentioned in the inclusions. Changes & cancellations: Unless otherwise stated, airline tickets are 100% non-changeable & non-refundable once tickets have been issued. Changes made prior to ticket issuance may be applied at the Companies discretion, and will also have Administrative Fees applied.

Flights and Airlines: All flight times, flight itineraries, carriers and aircraft types are subject to change. Carriers and the Company also reserve the right to add en route stops. The Client agrees that the Company cannot be held responsible or liable if flights are missed or boarding is denied. Further, the Client also agrees that the Company cannot be held responsible or liable for expenses, lost wages or missed vacation time due to flight time changes and/or delays.

 

ACCEPTANCE OF RISK

The Client acknowledges that the nature of the tour is adventurous and may involve a significant amount of personal risk. The Client hereby assumes all such risk and does hereby release the Company from all claims and causes of action arising from any damages or injuries or death resulting from these inherent risks. “I understand traveling with Another Planet may involve risks (and rewards) above and beyond those encountered on a more conventional holiday, and that I am undertaking an adventure trip with inherent dangers. I understand I am traveling to geographical areas where, amongst other things, the standard of accommodation, transport, safety, hygiene, cleanliness, medical facilities, telecommunications and infrastructure development may not be of the standard I am used to at home or would find on conventional holiday. I have read and understood the Trip Details for this trip I am undertaking and have provided details of any pre-existing medical conditions I may have to the company. I accept these risks and obligations and I fully assume the risks of travel.

Flights and Airlines

All flight times, flight itineraries, carriers and aircraft types are subject to change. Carriers and the Company also reserve the right to add en route stops. The Client agrees that the Company cannot be held responsible or liable if flights are missed or boarding is denied. Further, the Client also agrees that the Company cannot be held responsible or liable for expenses, lost wages or missed vacation time due to flight time changes and/or delays.

OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES

I understand during my trip there may be opportunities to undertake activities, which do not form part of the itinerary. I understand Shamanic Market makes no representations about the safety or quality of the activity, or the standard of the independent operator running it. I also understand Shamanic Market is in no way responsible for my safety should I elect to enter into such optional activities. With full knowledge of the above, I may still elect to partake in the activity, and if I do so, I assume full responsibility for any risks involved, and the waiver and release of the Releasees set out in the foregoing paragraph shall apply to such optional activities.”

TRAVEL DOCUMENTS

Valid Passport: The Client must be in possession of a valid passport required for entry, departure and travel through each destination point along the itinerary of the tour, (passport must be valid 6 months past the return date), all visas, permits and certificates including vaccination certificates, insurance policies, required for the whole of the journey. The Client accepts full responsibility for obtaining all such documents, visas and permits prior to the start of the tour, and is solely responsible for any adverse consequences resulting from missing or defective documentation. Any information or advice given by the Company regarding visas, vaccinations, climate, clothing, baggage, special equipment, etc. is purely advisory, provided as a courtesy to the Client, and the Company is not responsible for any errors or omissions as to the information provided by third parties such as the appropriate governmental authorities.

FACTORS OUTSIDE THE COMPANY’S CONTROL

The Company shall not be liable in any way to the Client for death, bodily injury, illness, damage, delay or other loss or detriment to person or property, or financial costs both direct and indirect incurred, or for the Company’s failure to commence, perform and/ or complete any duty owed to the Client if such death, delay, bodily injury (including emotional distress or injury), illness, damage or other loss or detriment to person or property is caused by Act of God, war or war like operations, mechanical breakdowns, terrorist activities or threat thereof, civil commotions, labor difficulties, interference by authorities, political disturbance, howsoever and where so ever any of the same may arise or be caused, riot, insurrection and government restraint, fire, extreme weather or any other cause whatsoever beyond the reasonable control of the Company the consequences of which could not have been avoided even if all due care had been exercised; or an event which the Company or the supplier of services, even with all due care, could not foresee. The company hold all copy rights on programs.

INSURANCE

It is mandatory that all Clients obtain travel insurance with a minimum medical coverage while traveling with the Company and this insurance must cover personal injury and emergency medical expenses. It is strongly recommended the coverage be extended to include cancellation, curtailment, and all other expenses that might arise as a result of loss, damage, injury, delay or inconvenience occurring to the Client. The Company shall have no liability for loss, theft of or damage to baggage or personal effects. Personal belongings lost or stolen while unattended by the client in public lounges or other public areas, whether on board a vessel, train, bus, or other mode of transportation, publicly owned or operated by the Company or elsewhere, are not reimbursable. Losses due to ordinary wear and tear, and other acts of God are not reimbursable. The Company cannot accept responsibility for and in no event shall be liable for loss or damage of valuables or other articles left in or on facilities used by the Company such as hotels, home stays, vessels, expedition vehicles, or any other mode of transportation. The Client acknowledges that the cost of the tour does not include insurance, and that the Client is required to obtain separate coverage at an additional cost. When obtaining travel insurance the Client must ensure the insurer is aware of the type of travel to be undertaken

CLIENT RESPONSIBILITY

The Client acknowledges he or she will be visiting places where the political, cultural and geographical attributes present certain risks, dangers and physical challenges greater than those present in his or her daily lives. By booking travel with the Company, the Client acknowledges she or he has considered the potential risks, dangers and challenges, and expressly assumes the risks attendant to such travel conditions. The Client is solely responsible for acquainting themselves with customs, weather conditions, physical challenges and laws in effect at each stop along the itinerary.Baggage: The security of all baggage remains at the Clients responsibility throughout the trip. Independent contractors over which the Company has no direct control or responsibility perform baggage handling and the Company will not assume such responsibility for loss of, or damage to, baggage or other possessions. Visa requirements change frequently and are dependent upon your nationality and your destination.

UNUSED SERVICES

Missed flights or unused package components are non-refundable and non-creditable for any reason whatsoever. If a Client is a ‘no-show’, or if the package is cancelled after the departure date of the outbound flight, or if the client leaves a tour already in progress, no refund for any unused portion of the package will be provided.

CANCELLATION/REFUND POLICY

Due to the pre-payments required for hotel bookings, transport, entrance bookings, staff and food for each participant, there are no refunds or credits offered for partial attendance or no shows. This is a firm policy. Deposits and payments made are completely non-refundable 3 months prior to journey date.

GROUP TRAVEL

Note that prices are quoted on specific number of participants. If less participants, prices could rise significantly.

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