Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 6 Nov, 2025

Welcome to Arabiandesertsafari.net (“we,” “our,” “us”). Your privacy matters to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you visit our website, make a booking, or engage with our services.

By using our website, you consent to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy and applicable data protection laws.

1. Scope and Applicability

This Privacy Policy applies to:

• All users of Arabiandesertsafari.net (the “Website”);
• All services offered through the Website; and
• All personal data processed by us in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), the European Union (EU), and the United Kingdom (UK).

We comply with:

• UAE Federal Decree-Law No. 45 of 2021 on the Protection of Personal Data (PDPL);
• EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) (Regulation (EU) 2016/679); and
• UK Data Protection Act 2018.

2. Information We Collect

a. Personal Information

We collect personal data that you provide voluntarily when:

• Booking a safari or tour;
• Contacting us via our website or social media;
• Subscribing to newsletters or promotional offers.

This information may include:

• Full name
• Email address
• Contact number
• Nationality
• Payment and billing details
• Passport or ID details (if required for travel or booking confirmation)

b. Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:

• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Device type and operating system
• Referring pages, pages visited, and visit duration
• Location data (if enabled on your device)

3. Purpose of Processing Your Data

We process your personal data to:

• Facilitate and confirm bookings;
• Provide customer support;
• Send booking details, confirmations, and invoices;
• Communicate about promotions and updates (if you consent);
• Improve our website and services;
• Comply with legal obligations and regulatory requirements.

4. Legal Basis for Processing

Depending on your location, we process your personal data on the following legal bases:

• Under UAE PDPL:
  Processing is based on your consent, contract necessity, or legitimate business interest, in accordance with Articles 4–6 of the law.
• Under EU/UK GDPR:
  Processing is lawful when it is necessary for:
  • The performance of a contract (Art. 6(1)(b));
  • Compliance with legal obligations (Art. 6(1)(c));
  • Legitimate interests pursued by the controller (Art. 6(1)(f)); or
  • Consent provided by you (Art. 6(1)(a)).

5. Sharing and Disclosure of Information

We may share your data with:

• Tour and service partners: To fulfill your booking and provide services;
• Payment processors and banks: To process secure payments;
• Legal authorities: When required by UAE, EU, or UK law;
• Analytics and marketing tools: Such as Google Analytics, to analyze website performance.

We never sell or rent personal information to third parties.

6. International Data Transfers

Your data may be transferred to and stored on servers located outside your country, including within or outside the UAE, EU, or UK.
When data is transferred internationally, we ensure that:

• Transfers comply with UAE PDPL, GDPR, and UK data protection standards;
• Adequate safeguards, such as Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs), are in place;
• Your data remains protected and handled lawfully.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or as required by applicable laws (such as accounting and regulatory obligations).

8. Data Protection and Security

We implement strong technical and organizational security measures, including:

• SSL (Secure Socket Layer) encryption;
• Secure payment gateways;
• Limited access controls;
• Regular security reviews and audits.

While we take all reasonable precautions, no online system is completely secure.

9. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you have the following rights:

Under UAE PDPL:

• Right to access and obtain copies of your data;
• Right to rectification (correct inaccurate data);
• Right to erasure (“right to be forgotten”);
• Right to restrict or object to processing;
• Right to data portability.

Under EU/UK GDPR:

• Right to be informed about data processing;
• Right to withdraw consent at any time;
• Right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority;
• Rights equivalent to those under the UAE PDPL.

To exercise these rights, contact us at [Insert Contact Email]. We may request proof of identity before processing your request.

10. Cookies and Analytics

We use cookies and tracking technologies to:

• Personalize your browsing experience;
• Analyze website usage and traffic patterns;
• Remember user preferences.

You may disable cookies in your browser settings, though some parts of the site may not function properly.

11. Marketing Communications

We may send promotional emails or updates about our services if you opt-in.
You can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link in our emails or contacting us directly.

12. Third-Party Links

Our website may include links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of such third parties. Please review their respective privacy policies.

13. Children’s Privacy

Our services are not intended for users under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors. If you believe we have collected such information, please contact us for immediate deletion.

14. Updates to This Privacy Policy

We may modify this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in law, technology, or business practices. Updates will be posted on this page with a new effective date.

15. Contact Information

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

Arabiandesertsafari.net
📧 Email: info@arabiandesertsafari.net
📞 Phone: +971544747041
🌍 Website: https://arabiandesertsafari.net
📍 Address: Marina Plaza – Marsa Dubai – Dubai Marina – Dubai

Legal Compliance References

• UAE Federal Decree-Law No. 45 of 2021 on the Protection of Personal Data (PDPL)
• EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) (EU 2016/679)
• UK Data Protection Act 2018