Terms of Service

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using Sama (sama.com.ph), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree, do not use the platform.

2. What Sama Is

Sama is a technology marketplace that connects independent outdoor trip organizers with participants ("joiners") in the Philippines. Sama does not organize, operate, guide, or take responsibility for any trip listed on the platform. All trips are independently organized and operated by third-party organizers.

3. User Accounts

• •You must be at least 18 years old to create an account.
• •You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials.
• •You agree to provide accurate and complete information when registering.
• •You are responsible for all activity that occurs under your account.

4. Organizer Accounts

• •Organizers must apply and be approved by Sama before listing trips.
• •Organizers are independent operators and are solely responsible for their trips, participants, safety, permits, and compliance with applicable laws.
• •Organizers must hold all required permits (DENR, LGU, etc.) for restricted trails and sites.
• •Sama reserves the right to suspend or remove any organizer at any time.

5. Booking and Payments

• •Bookings are made directly through the platform.
• •Payments are processed via PayMongo (GCash and QR Ph at launch).
• •Sama charges a platform commission on each booking as agreed with the organizer.
• •No hidden fees are charged to participants — the price shown is the price you pay.
• •Sama absorbs all payment processing fees for founding partner organizers.

6. Cancellation and Refunds

Refunds apply only to payments collected through the Sama platform (downpayments). The refund policy is as follows:

• •7 or more days before the trip: Full refund of amount paid through Sama
• •3–7 days before the trip: 50% refund of amount paid through Sama
• •Under 3 days before the trip: No refund

Balance payments made directly to organizers are not covered by Sama's refund policy and are subject to the organizer's own terms.

7. Waivers and Assumption of Risk

• •All participants must agree to a platform waiver and an organizer-specific waiver before booking is confirmed.
• •Outdoor activities involve inherent risks including physical injury, accidents, and unpredictable weather.
• •By booking a trip, you voluntarily assume all risks associated with participation.
• •Sama is not liable for any injury, loss, or damage arising from participation in any trip listed on the platform.

8. Participant Responsibilities

• •You are responsible for ensuring you are physically fit to participate in any trip you book.
• •You must disclose relevant medical conditions to the organizer.
• •You are responsible for bringing appropriate gear and following organizer instructions.
• •If booking on behalf of others, you confirm that all participants are aware of and agree to the trip risks and cancellation policy.

9. Prohibited Conduct

You agree not to:

• •Post false, misleading, or fraudulent information.
• •Impersonate any person or organization.
• •Use the platform for any unlawful purpose.
• •Attempt to circumvent platform fees by taking transactions off-platform after initial contact.
• •Harass, threaten, or harm other users or organizers.

10. Intellectual Property

All content on Sama — including the platform design, logo, and features — is owned by Paul Zion Acoba. You may not reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works without written permission.

11. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by Philippine law, Sama and Paul Zion Acoba shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from your use of the platform or participation in any trip listed on it.

12. Changes to Terms

Sama reserves the right to update these Terms at any time. Continued use of the platform after changes constitutes acceptance of the new Terms. Material changes will be communicated via email.

13. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the Republic of the Philippines. Any disputes shall be resolved in the appropriate courts of the Philippines.

14. Contact

For questions about these Terms, contact: acobapaulzion@gmail.com