Okavango.com Cookie Policy
Welcome to the Cookie Policy of Okavango.com. If you were expecting edible cookies, we apologize for any disappointment. The cookies we refer to are small text files that are stored on your computer or mobile device. They are commonly used to enable websites to function properly or more efficiently. By reading and writing these files, websites can identify you and retain important information, such as your preference settings, to improve your browsing experience.
Please note that we reserve the right to modify this Cookie Policy at any time. The revised Cookie Policy will become effective once we make it available on our website.
Web browser cookies
To improve the user experience, Okavango.com utilizes "cookies". These are small files that are placed on your hard drive by your web browser when you visit our website. They are primarily used for record-keeping purposes and occasionally to track your online behavior. If you continue to use our website without adjusting your settings, we will assume that you consent to receive cookies from our site.
Types of cookies we use
First and third party cookies
Our website uses both "first-party cookies" to gather and analyze data for our own use, as well as "third-party cookies" placed by other connected websites or programs, such as Facebook or Instagram.
Essential cookies
We also use "essential cookies" that are necessary for the website to function properly and enable you to access and use its services and features. Without these essential cookies, our website may not perform as smoothly as intended, and certain services or features may not be available to you.
Google Analytics cookies
Additionally, we utilize "Google Analytics cookies" to collect information about your website usage and to improve its functionality. These cookies help us identify frequently visited pages, record any site difficulties, and evaluate the effectiveness of our advertising efforts. By examining overall usage patterns, we can better understand how to improve our website for all visitors.
Personal Data collected: Cookies, usage data and IP address.
How do I manage my cookies?
Cookies cannot provide access to your computer or any information beyond what you have voluntarily shared with us. Most web browsers automatically accept cookies, but you have the option to adjust your browser settings to refuse or receive alerts when cookies are being sent. Consult your browser's manual or online help for information on managing cookies.
Please note that without the use of cookies, we will be unable to provide you some online website services and function. For instance, cookies allow you to save your preferred itineraries and accommodations. This feature relies on cookie data to remember your selections and populate “saved” items when you return to the site.
Google, Facebook & Instgram
To enhance our advertising efforts, Okavango.com may utilize cookies to transmit information to Google, Facebook, and Instagram regarding your website behavior. We utilize their remarketing services to deliver targeted advertising. This means that third-party websites, including Google, may display Okavango.com ads on external sites beyond our own website. We and third-party websites may also use cookies to collect data about your visit and behavior, enabling us to deliver personalized advertising on the internet.
You have the option to control the information Google (including Google Analytics and Google Ads), Facebook and Instagram use to display ads by adjusting your settings on their respective platforms. You may:
Newsletters & targeted content
To provide personalized content that aligns with your interests, we employ cookies to gather information about your website usage. For email marketing purposes, we collect data such as your IP address, website, number of pages viewed, duration of your visit, which pages you viewed, and the date and time of your visit.
Updates or changes to this Cookie Policy
To ensure that we remain up-to-date and in compliance with applicable laws, we may revise this Cookie Policy periodically without prior notice, so please check back periodically. Any changes to our Cookie Policy will be posted on this page.
We've endeavored to make this Cookie Policy as transparent and accessible as possible. However, if you have any feedback on how we can improve it or if you have any queries regarding our collection, usage or disclosure of your personal information related to cookies, please feel free to reach out to us at info@okavango.com.
Last updated: March 2023.