Samba

Samba is a modern booking and payment platform designed specifically for tour operators and activity providers looking to simplify reservations, payments, and business operations. Instead of relying on disconnected booking tools, spreadsheets, and manual payment tracking, Samba centralizes the entire booking workflow into a single platform. Businesses can create professional booking pages in minutes, accept online reservations, automatically collect deposits and installment payments, and continue using their preferred payment provider without changing existing financial workflows. The platform also helps operators expand their reach by distributing tours and activities to popular online travel agencies OTAs, allowing travelers to discover and book experiences more easily. By keeping bookings, payments, customer information, and financial records synchronized, Samba reduces administrative work while improving cash flow and customer experience. With no setup fees, no long-term contracts, and a free plan available, Samba provides an accessible solution for travel businesses of all sizes seeking to streamline operations, automate payment collection, and grow bookings through multiple sales channels.

5 Use Cases:
 1. Accept online bookings for tours and activities through customizable booking pages.
 2. Collect deposits and installment payments automatically without manual follow up.
 3. Synchronize bookings, payments, and customer information in one platform.
 4. Distribute tours across OTAs like GetYourGuide to reach more travelers.
 5. Manage reservations and payment workflows while continuing to use an existing Stripe payment setup

What Problem Does It Solve?
Tour operators often manage bookings, payments, customer communication, and marketplace listings across multiple disconnected systems, leading to administrative overhead, payment errors, and poor visibility. Samba centralizes bookings, payments, reservations, and distribution into one platform, allowing travel businesses to automate operations while improving customer experience and cash flow.