Terms and Conditions

Last updated: January 2024

Welcome to Heaven Skardu Tour

These Terms and Conditions govern your use of our website and services. By accessing or using our services, you agree to be bound by these terms. Please read them carefully.

Heaven Skardu Tour ("we", "us", or "our") operates the website https://www.heavenskardutour.com (the "Service").

1. Booking Terms and Conditions

1.1 Booking Process

All bookings are subject to availability and confirmation by Heaven Skardu Tour. To make a booking, you must:

  • Be at least 18 years of age
  • Provide accurate and complete information
  • Accept these Terms and Conditions
  • Make the required deposit payment

1.2 Booking Confirmation

Your booking is confirmed only when you receive a written confirmation email from us with a booking reference number.

1.3 Pricing

All prices are quoted in US Dollars (USD) unless otherwise specified. Prices include:

  • Accommodation as specified
  • Meals as indicated in the itinerary
  • Transportation during the tour
  • Services of guides and porters

Prices do not include international flights, travel insurance, personal expenses, or optional activities.

2. Payment Policy

2.1 Deposit Requirements

To confirm your booking, a non-refundable deposit is required:

Package Type Deposit Required Due Date
Standard Tours 30% of total cost At time of booking
Adventure Treks 40% of total cost At time of booking
Custom Packages 50% of total cost At time of booking

2.2 Final Payment

The balance payment must be made at least 30 days before the tour departure date. For bookings made within 30 days of departure, full payment is required at the time of booking.

2.3 Payment Methods

We accept the following payment methods:

  • Bank transfer
  • Credit/Debit cards (Visa, MasterCard)
  • Online payment gateways
  • Cash (in local currency at our office)

3. Cancellation and Refund Policy

Important Notice

All cancellation requests must be made in writing via email to info@heavenskardutour.com. The cancellation date will be considered as the date we receive your written notification.

3.1 Cancellation Charges

Cancellation charges apply as follows:

Cancellation Period Cancellation Charge
More than 60 days before departure Deposit only
30-60 days before departure 50% of total cost
15-29 days before departure 75% of total cost
Less than 15 days before departure 100% of total cost

3.2 Force Majeure

We are not liable for any failure or delay in performing our obligations due to events beyond our reasonable control, including but not limited to:

  • Natural disasters
  • Government restrictions
  • Political unrest
  • Pandemics or health emergencies
  • Transportation failures

In such cases, we will offer alternative arrangements or credit for future travel.

4. Travel Requirements and Responsibilities

4.1 Travel Documents

You are responsible for ensuring you have all necessary travel documents, including:

  • Valid passport (minimum 6 months validity)
  • Required visas for Pakistan
  • Travel insurance documents
  • Vaccination certificates (if required)

4.2 Health and Fitness

Our adventure tours require a reasonable level of fitness. You must:

  • Disclose any medical conditions or disabilities
  • Consult with your physician before booking
  • Carry necessary medications
  • Follow safety instructions from guides

4.3 Travel Insurance

Comprehensive travel insurance is mandatory for all tours. Your insurance must cover:

  • Medical expenses and emergency evacuation
  • Trip cancellation and interruption
  • Loss of personal belongings
  • Adventure activities (trekking, climbing, etc.)

5. Liability and Insurance

5.1 Our Liability

Heaven Skardu Tour acts as an agent for various service providers. Our liability is limited to the services we directly provide. We are not liable for:

  • Acts or omissions of third-party providers
  • Loss or damage to personal belongings
  • Changes to itineraries due to circumstances beyond our control
  • Personal injury or illness

5.2 Your Responsibility

You are responsible for:

  • Your own safety and conduct
  • Following instructions from guides and staff
  • Respecting local customs and regulations
  • Environmental conservation practices

Important: Adventure Activities

Trekking and adventure activities involve inherent risks. By participating, you acknowledge these risks and agree that Heaven Skardu Tour is not liable for accidents or injuries resulting from such activities.

6. Privacy Policy

6.1 Information Collection

We collect information necessary for your travel arrangements, including:

  • Personal details (name, contact information, passport details)
  • Payment information
  • Travel preferences and requirements
  • Health and dietary information

6.2 Use of Information

Your information is used for:

  • Processing bookings and payments
  • Providing requested services
  • Communicating important updates
  • Improving our services
  • Legal compliance

6.3 Data Protection

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information. We do not sell or share your information with third parties except as necessary for your travel arrangements.

7. Intellectual Property

7.1 Copyright

All content on this website, including text, images, logos, and graphics, is the property of Heaven Skardu Tour and is protected by copyright laws.

7.2 Use of Materials

You may not:

  • Reproduce, distribute, or modify our content without permission
  • Use our trademarks or logos without authorization
  • Copy tour itineraries or descriptions for commercial use

7.3 User Content

By submitting photos, reviews, or other content to us, you grant us permission to use them for promotional purposes.

8. Dispute Resolution and Governing Law

8.1 Governing Law

These Terms and Conditions are governed by the laws of Pakistan. Any disputes shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Skardu, Gilgit-Baltistan.

8.2 Dispute Resolution Process

In case of any dispute, we encourage resolution through the following steps:

  1. Direct communication with our customer service team
  2. Formal written complaint to management
  3. Mediation through a mutually agreed third party
  4. Legal proceedings as a last resort

8.3 Amendments

We reserve the right to modify these Terms and Conditions at any time. The updated version will be posted on our website with the effective date.

Acceptance of Terms

By using our website or services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions.

If you do not agree with any part of these terms, please do not use our services.

Contact Information

Heaven Skardu Tour
Skardu, Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan
Phone: +92 3476567787
Email: info@heavenskardutour.com
Website: www.heavenskardutour.com