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Terms and Conditions

Welcome to SamPhaTaoTour!

These terms and conditions outline the rules and regulations for the use of SamPhaTao's Website, located at https://samphataotour.com.

By accessing this website, we assume you accept these terms and conditions. Do not continue to use SamPhaTaoTour if you do not agree to take all of the terms and conditions stated on this page.

Cookies:

The website uses cookies to help personalize your online experience. By accessing SamPhaTaoTour, you agreed to use the required cookies.

A cookie is a text file that is placed on your hard disk by a web page server. Cookies cannot be used to run programs or deliver viruses to your computer. Cookies are uniquely assigned to you and can only be read by a web server in the domain that issued the cookie to you.

We may use cookies to collect, store, and track information for statistical or marketing purposes to operate our website. You have the ability to accept or decline optional Cookies. There are some required Cookies that are necessary for the operation of our website. These cookies do not require your consent as they always work. Please keep in mind that by accepting required Cookies, you also accept third-party Cookies, which might be used via third-party provided services if you use such services on our website, for example, a video display window provided by third parties and integrated into our website.

License:

Unless otherwise stated, SamPhaTao and/or its licensors own the intellectual property rights for all material on SamPhaTaoTour. All intellectual property rights are reserved. You may access this from SamPhaTaoTour for your own personal use subjected to restrictions set in these terms and conditions.

You must not:

Copy or republish material from SamPhaTaoTour
Sell, rent, or sub-license material from SamPhaTaoTour
Reproduce, duplicate or copy material from SamPhaTaoTour
Redistribute content from SamPhaTaoTour

This Agreement shall begin on the date hereof.

Parts of this website offer users an opportunity to post and exchange opinions and information in certain areas of the website. SamPhaTao does not filter, edit, publish or review Comments before their presence on the website. Comments do not reflect the views and opinions of SamPhaTao, its agents, and/or affiliates. Comments reflect the views and opinions of the person who posts their views and opinions. To the extent permitted by applicable laws, SamPhaTao shall not be liable for the Comments or any liability, damages, or expenses caused and/or suffered as a result of any use of and/or posting of and/or appearance of the Comments on this website.

SamPhaTao reserves the right to monitor all Comments and remove any Comments that can be considered inappropriate, offensive, or causes breach of these Terms and Conditions.

You warrant and represent that:

You are entitled to post the Comments on our website and have all necessary licenses and consents to do so;
The Comments do not invade any intellectual property right, including without limitation copyright, patent, or trademark of any third party;
The Comments do not contain any defamatory, libelous, offensive, indecent, or otherwise unlawful material, which is an invasion of privacy.
The Comments will not be used to solicit or promote business or custom or present commercial activities or unlawful activity.

You hereby grant SamPhaTao a non-exclusive license to use, reproduce, edit and authorize others to use, reproduce and edit any of your Comments in any and all forms, formats, or media.

Hyperlinking to our Content:

The following organizations may link to our Website without prior written approval:

Government agencies;
Search engines;
News organizations;
Online directory distributors may link to our Website in the same manner as they hyperlink to the Websites of other listed businesses; and
System-wide Accredited Businesses except soliciting non-profit organizations, charity shopping malls, and charity fundraising groups which may not hyperlink to our Web site.

These organizations may link to our home page, to publications, or to other Website information so long as the link: (a) is not in any way deceptive; (b) does not falsely imply sponsorship, endorsement, or approval of the linking party and its products and/or services; and (c) fits within the context of the linking party's site.

We may consider and approve other link requests from the following types of organizations:

Commonly-known consumer and/or business information sources;
Dot.com community sites;
Associations or other groups representing charities;
Online directory distributors;
Internet portals;
Accounting, law, and consulting firms; and
Educational institutions and trade associations.

We will approve link requests from these organizations if we decide that: (a) the link would not make us look unfavorably to ourselves or to our accredited businesses; (b) the organization does not have any negative records with us; (c) the benefit to us from the visibility of the hyperlink compensates the absence of SamPhaTao; and (d) the link is in the context of general resource information.

These organizations may link to our home page so long as the link: (a) is not in any way deceptive; (b) does not falsely imply sponsorship, endorsement, or approval of the linking party and its products or services; and (c) fits within the context of the linking party's site.

If you are one of the organizations listed in paragraph 2 above and are interested in linking to our website, you must inform us by sending an e-mail to SamPhaTao. Please include your name, your organization name, contact information as well as the URL of your site, a list of any URLs from which you intend to link to our Website, and a list of the URLs on our site to which you would like to link. Wait 2-3 weeks for a response.

Approved organizations may hyperlink to our Website as follows:

By use of our corporate name; or
By use of the uniform resource locator being linked to; or
Using any other description of our Website being linked to that makes sense within the context and format of content on the linking party's site.

No use of SamPhaTao's logo or other artwork will be allowed for linking absent a trademark license agreement.

Content Liability:

We shall not be held responsible for any content that appears on your Website. You agree to protect and defend us against all claims that are raised on your Website. No link(s) should appear on any Website that may be interpreted as libelous, obscene, or criminal, or which infringes, otherwise violates, or advocates the infringement or other violation of, any third party rights.

Reservation of Rights:

We reserve the right to request that you remove all links or any particular link to our Website. You approve to immediately remove all links to our Website upon request. We also reserve the right to amend these terms and conditions and its linking policy at any time. By continuously linking to our Website, you agree to be bound to and follow these linking terms and conditions.

Removal of links from our website:

If you find any link on our Website that is offensive for any reason, you are free to contact and inform us at any moment. We will consider requests to remove links, but we are not obligated to or so or to respond to you directly.

We do not ensure that the information on this website is correct. We do not warrant its completeness or accuracy, nor do we promise to ensure that the website remains available or that the material on the website is kept up to date.

Disclaimer:

To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, we exclude all representations, warranties, and conditions relating to our website and the use of this website. Nothing in this disclaimer will:

Limit or exclude our or your liability for death or personal injury;
Limit or exclude our or your liability for fraud or fraudulent misrepresentation;
Limit any of our or your liabilities in any way that is not permitted under applicable law; or
Exclude any of our or your liabilities that may not be excluded under applicable law.

The limitations and prohibitions of liability set in this Section and elsewhere in this disclaimer: (a) are subject to the preceding paragraph; and (b) govern all liabilities arising under the disclaimer, including liabilities arising in contract, in tort, and for breach of statutory duty.

As long as the website and the information and services on the website are provided free of charge, we will not be liable for any loss or damage of any nature.

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Privacy Policy

SamPhaTaoTour.com website is owned by SamPhaTao Tour, which is a data controller of your personal data.

We have adopted this Privacy Policy, which determines how we are processing the information collected by SamPhaTaoTour.com, which also provides the reasons why we must collect certain personal data about you. Therefore, you must read this Privacy Policy before using SamPhaTaoTour.com website.

We take care of your personal data and undertake to guarantee its confidentiality and security.

Personal information we collect:

When you visit the SamPhaTaoTour.com, we automatically collect certain information about your device, including information about your web browser, IP address, time zone, and some of the installed cookies on your device. Additionally, as you browse the Site, we collect information about the individual web pages or products you view, what websites or search terms referred you to the Site, and how you interact with the Site. We refer to this automatically-collected information as “Device Information.” Moreover, we might collect the personal data you provide to us (including but not limited to Name, Surname, Address, payment information, etc.) during registration to be able to fulfill the agreement.

Why do we process your data?

Our top priority is customer data security, and, as such, we may process only minimal user data, only as much as it is absolutely necessary to maintain the website. Information collected automatically is used only to identify potential cases of abuse and establish statistical information regarding website usage. This statistical information is not otherwise aggregated in such a way that it would identify any particular user of the system.

You can visit the website without telling us who you are or revealing any information, by which someone could identify you as a specific, identifiable individual. If, however, you wish to use some of the website’s features, or you wish to receive our newsletter or provide other details by filling a form, you may provide personal data to us, such as your email, first name, last name, city of residence, organization, telephone number. You can choose not to provide us with your personal data, but then you may not be able to take advantage of some of the website’s features. For example, you won’t be able to receive our Newsletter or contact us directly from the website. Users who are uncertain about what information is mandatory are welcome to contact us via info@samphataotour.com.

Your rights:

If you are a European resident, you have the following rights related to your personal data:

The right to be informed.
The right of access.
The right to rectification.
The right to erasure.
The right to restrict processing.
The right to data portability.
The right to object.
Rights in relation to automated decision-making and profiling.

If you would like to exercise this right, please contact us through the contact information below.

Additionally, if you are a European resident, we note that we are processing your information in order to fulfill contracts we might have with you (for example, if you make an order through the Site), or otherwise to pursue our legitimate business interests listed above. Additionally, please note that your information might be transferred outside of Europe, including Canada and the United States.

Links to other websites:

Our website may contain links to other websites that are not owned or controlled by us. Please be aware that we are not responsible for such other websites or third parties' privacy practices. We encourage you to be aware when you leave our website and read the privacy statements of each website that may collect personal information.

Information security:

We secure information you provide on computer servers in a controlled, secure environment, protected from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. We keep reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect against unauthorized access, use, modification, and personal data disclosure in its control and custody. However, no data transmission over the Internet or wireless network can be guaranteed.

Legal disclosure:

We will disclose any information we collect, use or receive if required or permitted by law, such as to comply with a subpoena or similar legal process, and when we believe in good faith that disclosure is necessary to protect our rights, protect your safety or the safety of others, investigate fraud, or respond to a government request.

Contact information:

If you would like to contact us to understand more about this Policy or wish to contact us concerning any matter relating to individual rights and your Personal Information, you may send an email to info@samphataotour.com.

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Terms of Service: Guiding Principles for Optimal User Engagement

1. Company Information:

SamPhaTao Tour SP
Address: 34/1 Moo 6, Maret, Koh Samui, 84310
Contact: info@samphataotour.com

2. Services/Products:

SamPhaTao Tour offers mediation, sales, and organization services for tours, activities, tickets, and attractions in Thailand, with a focus on the islands of Koh Samui, Koh Phangan, and Koh Tao.

3. Terms of Use:

The services may be utilized by any individual of legal age, including accompanying children.
Usage is subject to the terms and conditions outlined herein.
Any unlawful actions or violations of the terms are prohibited.

4. Registration and Account Access:

Registration is required for the use of certain services.
Data is stored solely for the fulfillment of business activities and services.

5. Prices and Payment Terms:

Accepted payment methods: Cash payments, Credit cards, debit cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay.
Payment is due upon booking; no additional fees (Credit cards, debit cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay).
Cash Payments must be paid no later than 72 Hours before scheduled activity / tour / excursion / rental / transfer date at Smile@Samui Travel, Chaweng OR at SamPhaTao Tour, Lamai with the order number received by mail. Cash Payments are nonrefundable.
Cancellation (Credit cards, debit cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay) is permitted up to three days (72 hours) before the scheduled activity / tour / excursion / rental / transfer with a 10% transaction fee deducted from the total amount paid and an extra 1500THB administration cost. (Example: TOTAL - 10% - 1500 THB = REFUND)
Changes made up to 3 days (72 hours) before the booked activity / tour / excursion / rental / transfer are subject to a 1500THB administration fee in addition to the total amount paid, plus any additional expenses incurred as a result of the changes. (Example: TOTAL + 1500 THB + Changed Tour = NEW TOTAL)
Cancellations, no-shows, or changes made within 3 days (72 hours) of the booked activity / tour / excursion / rental / transfer and the confirmed time and date are not permitted under any circumstances or for any reason and are strictly nonrefundable.
Weather-related cancellations by tour operators or the marine police can be RESCHEDULED ONCE or may be refunded free of charge, minus 10% transaction fee.

5.1. Cancellation and Payment Policy Addendum for Private Luxury Catamaran Charter:

In addition to the general Terms of Service, the following conditions apply specifically to cancellations and payments for private luxury catamaran charters:

Payment by Cash:

A 50% deposit is required at latest within 24 Hours after the time of booking. Failing to do so, cancels the booking automatically.
The remaining 50% balance must be paid no later than 7 days before the scheduled charter date.

Cancellation Policy:

Cancellations made less than 15 days before the scheduled charter date, the 50% booking deposit will not be refunded.
Failure to pay the 50% balance at least 7 days before the scheduled charter date will be considered a cancellation. In such cases, the 50% booking deposit will not be refunded.
Cancellations within 7 days before the scheduled charter date, the entire charter payment will not be refunded.

These conditions are implemented to ensure the smooth operation of our luxury catamaran charters and to compensate for any loss incurred due to late cancellations. Please carefully review and acknowledge these terms prior to confirming your private luxury catamaran charter booking.

6. Intellectual Property:

All rights to intellectual property, including copyrights, trademarks, and patents, remain with SamPhaTao Tour.

7. Privacy and Data Protection Policies:

Personal data is collected and used solely for website analysis and the fulfillment of services.
Use of cookies and other tracking technologies, including Google AdSense, Facebook Pixel and other common analysis tools, with an emphasis on data reduction.

8. Disclaimers and Warranties:

Insurance: SamPhaTao Tour and every tour booked from us is insured as required under Thai law. Each service is also insured by the provider of the tour or activity.
Pickup Times: Pickup times are approximate and may be affected by local traffic conditions. Please be ready at the designated pickup point on time.
Responsibility for Arrival: If your accommodation is located on elevated terrain (e.g. Hillside, Mountain), it is your responsibility to arrive at the specified meeting point closest to your location provided by us.
Changes to Itinerary: We reserve the right to make changes to the itinerary due to unforeseen circumstances. Any major changes will be communicated to you promptly.
Participant Requirements: Participants must adhere to all safety guidelines and requirements during the activity. Failure to comply may result in exclusion from the tour without a refund.
Weather Conditions: Some activities are weather-dependent. In case of unfavorable conditions, alternative arrangements will be made, or a refund may be offered.
Health and Safety: Participants with pre-existing health conditions are advised to consult with a medical professional before booking. Inform us of any health concerns beforehand.
Liability: We are not liable for any loss, damage, or injury sustained during the activity, except in cases of proven negligence on our part.

9. Jurisdiction and Venue:

Thai jurisdiction applies to legal disputes, Koh Samui, Suratthani, Thailand.

10. Changes to the Terms and Conditions:

SamPhaTao Tour reserves the right to amend these terms and conditions.
Users will be notified of changes in a timely manner.

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