How to check if your tour provider is legit?

SIMPLE TIPS TO PROTECT YOURSELF AGAINST TOUR SCAMMERS ONLINE

1. D.I.Y. is still the best way to avoid scams.
2. Transact only to The Legitimate Tour Agency/Operator/Organizer (kindly check the list of accredited/license tour agency/operator to the following government websites: For Tourism http://www.tourism.gov.ph, For DTI http://www.bnrs.dti.gov.ph). Tourism accredited tour operators and with licensed under DTI is still the ideal choice to protect yourself against scammers.
3. Legitimate tour agency/operator issues a travel voucher after they received your down payment.
4. Do not send your down payment through any money express padala.
5. Deposit your down payment to the bank account of the tour agency/operator under the name of their company not to the name of any individual.
6. Check any Government issued documents pertaining to the eligibility of the tour agency/operator and verify its authenticity.
7. Always read verified reviews of tour agencies/operators and consult fellow travelers before booking — this helps avoid scams and ensures reliable service.
8. When engaging freelance tour, hiking, trekking, or mountaineering organizers, only transact with those who have a proven reputation and verified permits (especially for large events). Cross-check their credibility by consulting fellow travelers or local adventure communities, and always prioritize secure payments and written agreements to avoid scams.
9. Do not be deceived by unrealistically cheap tour packages — if something seems too good to be true, it likely is. Always verify the legitimacy of such offers to avoid scams.
10. Report any scammer to the authorities and share the information with other travelers. This will help stop them from victimizing more people.

There is nothing wrong in trusting others, but, you should first protect yourself against scammers not to ruin your plan adventure.