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Terms of Use

Last updated: January 2026

These Terms of Use govern your access to and use of the Top100Safaris™ website and related digital platforms. By accessing or using our website, you agree to be bound by these Terms.

If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, please do not use the website.

1. About Top100Safaris™

Top100Safaris™ is an independent authority that evaluates, ranks, and certifies safari lodges across Africa. We are not a booking platform, travel agent, or marketplace by default, and our editorial evaluations operate independently of any commercial services.

2. Use of the Website

You may use the Top100Safaris™ website for lawful, personal, and non-commercial purposes only. You agree not to:

  • Use the website in any way that violates applicable laws or regulations

  • Attempt to interfere with the website’s security or functionality

  • Misrepresent your identity or affiliation

  • Use automated tools to scrape, copy, or extract content without permission

 

We reserve the right to restrict or terminate access to the website if these Terms are violated.

 

3. Intellectual Property

All content on the Top100Safaris™ website — including text, rankings, Clover symbols, logos, graphics, methodology descriptions, and editorial materials — is the intellectual property of Top100Safaris™ or its licensors.

You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or commercially exploit any content without prior written consent.

 

The Top100Safaris™ Clover is a protected mark and may not be used without authorisation.

 

4. Editorial Independence & Disclaimer

Top100Safaris™ evaluations, rankings, and Clover recognitions are based on independent editorial judgment and defined criteria. Lodges cannot pay to influence ratings or outcomes.

While we strive for accuracy and integrity, all content is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional, legal, or travel advice.

Top100Safaris™ does not guarantee the availability, pricing, or suitability of any lodge or travel experience.

 

5. Third-Party Links & Services

The website may contain links to third-party websites or services for convenience or informational purposes. Top100Safaris™ does not control and is not responsible for the content, practices, or policies of third parties.

 

Accessing third-party sites is at your own risk.

6. Travel Services (Where Applicable)

Where Top100Safaris™ offers or facilitates travel planning, concierge, or charter services, such services are subject to separate terms, conditions, and disclosures provided at the time of engagement.

Editorial evaluations and Clover ratings remain entirely independent of any travel services.

7. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Top100Safaris™ shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from your use of the website or reliance on its content.

Use of the website is at your own discretion and risk.

8. Privacy & Cookies

Your use of the website is also governed by our Privacy Policy, Cookie Policy, and Accessibility Statement, which form part of these Terms.

9. Changes to These Terms

Top100Safaris™ may update these Terms of Use from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. Continued use of the website constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

10. Governing Law

These Terms of Use are governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the Republic of South Africa, without regard to conflict-of-law principles.

11. Contact Information

For questions regarding these Terms of Use, please contact:

 

Top100Safaris™
Email: legal@top100safaris.com
Website: www.top100safaris.com

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