Walkabout Cancellation Policy

CANCELLATION DUE TO COVID-RELATED EVENTS

Since 2020, Covid has changed so many of our plans, especially travel-related plans. In some ways, this has taught us to be more flexible, to learn to pivot, and in others it has caused us some bit of anxiety. I don’t want you to feel anxious about the possibility of a Covid-related “pivot” for your Walkabout trip, so, if Covid-related restrictions require us to postpone or cancel a Walkabout trip, you will have the option of a) joining us on a rescheduled trip at a later date, b) applying your payment(s) toward a different trip, or c) receiving a full refund.

**Note: Every participant on a Walkabout trip is required to conform to the specific entry requirements (i.e. vaccinations and Covid tests) of each country we visit. While we respect the individual’s right to decide whether or not to be vaccinated or to perform any other required health-related procedure, whether for Covid-19 or any other contagious disease, the failure to meet the entry requirements of a country does not qualify as a travel restriction that is the basis for a refund. Further, if you or a family member gets sick prior to or during the trip, you will need to have your own medical and trip cancellation insurance to cover any costs incurred. 

All trips that are moving forward are not refundable.

CANCELLATION DUE TO NON-COVID-RELATED EVENTS

There are many up-front costs to organizing trips such as these, such as pre-paying hotels and other vendors; therefore, we cannot offer a refund if your plans change or you are unable to travel because of health issues, work or family commitments, financial hardship, or any other reasons other than the above-mentioned, government-imposed Covid-19 restrictions. Furthermore, you are obligated to make all payments until the total trip cost is paid in full. 

This policy ensures that Walkabout trips can remain small in size and offer the luxurious service that is our goal. Travel insurance, particularly “cancel for any reason” insurance, is the only mechanism that can reimburse you if you are unable to join your trip. 

In the highly unusual event that Walkabout Tours would need to reschedule or cancel a trip for a non-Covid related event, we will offer you the option of a) joining us on a rescheduled trip at a later date, b) applying your payment(s) toward a different trip, or c) receiving a full refund.