Website Terms of Use.

Design Safaris Website Terms of Use

Effective Date: 11/09/2025

Welcome to Design Safaris and our website, designsafaris.com (the "Website").
By accessing or using this Website, browsing our content, or interacting with our online services, you agree to be bound by these Website Terms of Use (the "Terms").
If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use this Website.

Important Note:
These Terms do not govern bookings or participation in tours.
For booking policies, including payments, cancellations, and participation requirements, please refer to our Booking Terms and Conditions, which are provided during the booking process.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using this Website, you confirm that you:

• Are at least 18 years old, or have the consent of a legal guardian to use the Website, and

• Have read, understood, and agree to comply with these Terms and all applicable laws and regulations.

If you do not agree, you must stop using the Website immediately.

2. Modifications to Terms

Design Safaris reserves the right to update or modify these Terms at any time, without prior notice.
Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.
Your continued use of the Website following any changes constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

3. Use of the Website

3.1. Permitted Use
You may access and use the Website for personal, non-commercial purposes only.

3.2. Prohibited Use
You agree not to:

• Interfere with or disrupt the Website’s functionality or security.

• Copy, reproduce, distribute, or exploit any content without prior written consent.

• Upload malicious software or engage in unlawful activity.

• Use the Website for commercial solicitation or competitive intelligence gathering.

3.3. Account Responsibility
If you create an account or subscribe to newsletters, you are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your login credentials and for all activities under your account.

4. Intellectual Property and Trademarks

4.1. Ownership
All content on the Website—including text, images, videos, graphics, logos, and code—is owned by Aesplore (Pty) Ltd T/A Design Safaris or its licensors and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

4.2. Design Safaris Trademark
The name “Design Safaris”, as well as the Design Safaris logo, are trademarks of Aesplore (Pty) Ltd.

• Trademark registration has been submitted and is pending confirmation, but all rights are reserved under common law protection.

• These marks may not be copied, reproduced, altered, or used in any way without prior written consent from Aesplore.

• Unauthorized use of the Design Safaris name or logo constitutes trademark infringement and may result in legal action.

4.3. Limited License
You are granted a non-exclusive, revocable license to view and use the Website for personal purposes only.
No content, including the Design Safaris name or logo, may be downloaded, copied, or modified without prior written permission.

5. Content Accuracy

While we strive to ensure that all information on the Website is accurate and up to date:

• We make no warranties or representations about the completeness, accuracy, or reliability of any content.

• Information, including tour descriptions, pricing, and availability, is subject to change without notice.

• Errors or omissions may occur, and we reserve the right to correct them at any time.

6. Links to Other Websites

The Website may contain links to third-party websites for your convenience.
These sites are not controlled by Design Safaris, and we are not responsible for their content, privacy practices, or terms of use.
Accessing any third-party site is at your own risk.

7. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Design Safaris, Aesplore (Pty) Ltd, and their affiliates, employees, contractors, and representatives against any claims, liabilities, losses, or expenses (including legal fees) arising out of:

• Your use or misuse of the Website;

• Any breach of these Terms by you;

• Any violation of applicable laws or third-party rights through your actions.

8. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law:

• Design Safaris and its affiliates are not liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages resulting from your use of or inability to use the Website.

• This includes, but is not limited to, damages related to data loss, unauthorized access, or reliance on Website content.

• Nothing in these Terms limits liability for proven gross negligence or willful misconduct.

9. Privacy and Data Protection

Your use of the Website is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which complies with South Africa’s POPIA (Protection of Personal Information Act).
By using the Website, you consent to the collection and processing of your personal data as described in the Privacy Policy.

10. Website Availability and Service Changes

Design Safaris reserves the right to:

• Modify, suspend, or discontinue any part of the Website without notice;

• Restrict access to certain sections or features of the Website.

We are not liable for any interruptions or downtime caused by maintenance, technical issues, or events beyond our control.

11. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of South Africa.
Any disputes shall be resolved exclusively in the courts of South Africa.

12. Termination

Design Safaris may suspend or terminate your access to the Website at its discretion, without notice, if you violate these Terms or engage in harmful behavior.

13. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue in full force.

14. Entire Agreement

These Terms, along with our Privacy Policy, represent the entire agreement between you and Design Safaris regarding the use of the Website.

15. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms or the Website, please contact us:

Design Safaris
Email: info@aesplore.com
Phone/WhatsApp: +27 (0)71 563 0175
Website: www.designsafaris.com

For more information:
- Privacy Policy
- Booking Terms and Conditions