Effective Date: 2026, Jan
Introduction
Welcome to Ibhanilfa Safaris & Tours Limited (“Ibhanilfa Safaris”, “we”, “our”, or “us”). We value the trust you place in us and are fully committed to protecting your privacy and personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, share, and safeguard your personal information when you visit our website, communicate with us, or use our travel and tourism services in Tanzania and Zanzibar.
This policy is designed in accordance with:
• The Personal Data Protection Act, 2022 (Tanzania)
• Applicable international data protection principles, including GDPR-aligned best practices for international travelers
Information We Collect
Personal Information
We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:
• Make an inquiry or book a safari or tour
• Subscribe to our newsletter
• Contact us via email, phone, WhatsApp, or website forms
This information may include, but is not limited to:
- Full name
- Email address
- Phone number (including WhatsApp)
- Residential or billing address
- Payment-related information (processed securely via third-party payment providers)
- Passport or travel document details (only where required for bookings or permits)
- Travel preferences, dietary needs, and special requests
Non-Personal Information
We may automatically collect non-identifiable information when you interact with our website, including:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Device information
- Pages visited and time spent on the website
- Date and time of visits
- Referring websites or platforms
This data is used strictly for analytics, security, and service improvement purposes.
How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information for legitimate business and operational purposes, including:
- Processing safari bookings, reservations, and travel arrangements
- Communicating with you before, during, and after your trip
- Providing customer support and responding to inquiries
- Sending marketing or promotional communications (only if you have opted in)
- Improving our website, services, and customer experience
- Meeting legal, regulatory, and contractual obligations
We do not use your data for automated decision-making that produces legal or significant effects.
Sharing and Disclosure of Information
Ibhanilfa Safaris does not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties.
We may share your information only with:
- Trusted service providers and partners (such as lodges, hotels, airlines, transport providers, guides, and park authorities) strictly for the purpose of delivering your travel services
- Government or regulatory authorities where required by law (e.g., immigration, conservation, or tax authorities)
- Third parties where you have given explicit consent or where disclosure is necessary to fulfill your request
All partners we work with are required to handle your data responsibly and confidentially.
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical, administrative, and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against:
• Unauthorized access
• Loss or misuse
• Alteration or disclosure
While no system can guarantee absolute security, we continuously review and enhance our safeguards in line with industry best practices.
Data Retention
We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to:
• Fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy
• Comply with legal and regulatory requirements
• Resolve disputes and enforce agreements
When data is no longer required, it is securely deleted or anonymized.
Your Rights
Subject to applicable laws, you have the right to:
- Request access to the personal data we hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
- Request deletion of your personal data, where legally permissible
- Withdraw consent for data processing at any time
- Object to or restrict certain types of processing
Requests can be made by contacting us using the details provided below.
Cookies
Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to:
• Enhance website functionality
• Understand visitor behavior
• Improve user experience
You may manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. Please note that some website features may not function properly without cookies.
Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites or platforms. Ibhanilfa Safaris is not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or security of external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.
International Data Transfers
As we serve travelers from around the world, your information may be processed or accessed by partners located outside Tanzania. In such cases, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in line with international privacy standards.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in legal requirements, technology, or our business practices. Updates will be posted on our website with a revised effective date. Continued use of our services constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please contact us at:
Ibhanilfa Safaris
Tanzania
P.O. Box: 1177
Email: info@ibhanilfasafaris.com
Website: www.ibhanilfasafaris.com
“Your privacy matters to us. At Ibhanilfa Safaris, trust, transparency, and professionalism are part of every journey we create.”
