Legal & Policies

Clear and transparent information about your rights and our commitments

Updated: May 2025

Privacy Policy

We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data.

Data Collection

We collect information such as your name, email, phone number, and payment details when you book a tour. This data is strictly used to process your reservation and provide customer support.

Communications

By providing your phone number, you agree to receive essential booking updates and instructions via WhatsApp. We do not send spam or share your contact info with third parties.

Data Security

Your payment details are processed through secure, encrypted, industry-standard gateways. We do not store your credit card numbers on our servers.


Terms & Conditions

By booking a tour with Willie's Tours CR, you agree to the following terms and conditions.

Liability Waiver

All participants must follow the guide's instructions. Willie's Tours CR is not responsible for injuries or lost items resulting from negligence or failure to follow safety guidelines.

Participant Requirements

Some tours require a minimum fitness level or have age restrictions. It is the customer's responsibility to review these requirements before booking and inform us of any medical conditions.

Itinerary Changes

We reserve the right to alter itineraries or substitute activities if required by weather, safety concerns, or unforeseen circumstances, ensuring the alternative is of equal value.


Cancellation Policy

Day Tours — Refund Policy

More than 48 hours before

Early cancellation

100% Refund

24 to 48 hours before

Late cancellation

50% Refund

Less than 24 hours

Last minute cancellation

No Refund

No-show

Not arriving on the day of the tour

No Refund

Multi-day Packages / Overnight Tours

More than 72 hours before

100% Refund

48 to 72 hours before

50% Refund

Less than 48 hours

No Refund

Note: Hotel or accommodation costs included in packages may have their own cancellation policies, in addition to this policy.

Shuttles & Transfers

More than 12 hours before

100% Refund

Less than 12 hours

50% Refund

Same day

No Refund

?How to Cancel?

1

Contact us in writing

Cancellations must be made via WhatsApp or email (not by phone call).

2

Include these details

  • Full name
  • Order / booking number
  • Tour name
  • Tour date
3

You will receive confirmation

We will confirm the cancellation and the refund amount that applies according to the policy.

Cancellations due to Weather or Force Majeure

If Willie's Tours CR cancels a tour due to adverse weather conditions, road closures, security issues, or other force majeure causes beyond our control, we will offer:

  • Full credit to reschedule to another date of your choice, or
  • 100% full refund of the amount paid

We will notify you as soon as possible via WhatsApp in the event of any cancellation on our part. We have been operating on the Caribbean coast of Costa Rica since 2004 and always prioritize the safety of our visitors.

Payment Methods & Tax Note

Bank transfer (SINPE)

No additional fees.

Credit/Debit Card or PayPal

A 13% Costa Rican VAT applies to the transaction amount.

Refunds are processed through the same original payment method within 5 to 7 business days from the confirmation of cancellation.


Have questions?

We are available to help you

Monday to Saturday, 8:00 am – 7:00 pm (Costa Rica time)