Privacy Policy for Simien Mountains National Park (SMNP)
Effective Date: ———–
At Simien Mountains National Park (SMNP), we are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit our park or interact with our website.
By visiting or using our services, you agree to the terms outlined in this policy.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
- Personal Information: This includes data such as your name, email address, phone number, nationality, emergency contact details, age, gender and other information required for booking or check in in Simien Mountains National Park.
- Travel and Reservation Data: We may collect information related to your reservation, including dates of visit, type of service (e.g., guided tours, accommodation), and any special requests.
- Usage Data: This includes information about how you interact with our website or online reservation system, including IP address, browser type, and the pages visited.
- Health and Safety Information: For trekking or guided tours, you may be asked to provide information about your health status, including any medical conditions that could impact your safety.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
To process reservations and bookings for tours, trekking, or accommodations at Simien Mountains National Park.
- To provide information, support, and updates regarding your visit to the park.
- To ensure your safety during your visit, including coordinating emergency services when needed.
- To improve our website and services based on user feedback and usage patterns.
- To communicate with you, including sending confirmations, reminders, and promotional materials (if you opt-in).
- To enhance the sustainable park and tourism development
3. Information Sharing and Disclosure
We may share your personal information in the following situations:
- Service Providers: We may share your information with third-party vendors who assist in operating our services, such as tour guides, accommodations, and transportation providers. These parties are required to handle your data responsibly and only for the purposes we specify.
- Legal Compliance: We may disclose your information if required by law, such as for safety regulations or government inquiries.
- Emergency Situations: In the case of an emergency or urgent need, we may share necessary medical or personal information with emergency services.
4. Data Security
We take reasonable precautions to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. However, no system is entirely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
5. Retention of Information
We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law.
6. Your Rights and Choices
You have the right to:
- Access: Request access to your personal information.
- Correction: Correct any inaccuracies in your personal data.
- Deletion: Request the deletion of your data, subject to applicable legal requirements.
- Opt-out: Opt-out of receiving marketing communications by following the unsubscribe instructions.
- To exercise these rights, please contact us at [Insert Contact Information].
7.Third-Party Links
Our website or services may include links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit.
8.Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. When we do, we will revise the “Effective Date” at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy regularly to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.