You Built the Tours. We Bring the Guests.
Join Hauntica — the global network built to elevate ghost tours.
What You Get With Hauntica
👁️ Visibility
🤝 Trust
💬 Bookings
🧠 Strategy
🧾 Reviews
🚫 No Chains
🗞️ Representation
📚 Cultural Credibility
🕸️ Operator Network
High-ranking city pages & Google visibility
Official Hauntica badge & brand support
Optional commission-based booking integration
SEO + social built to boost your brand — not ours
Guests leave reviews on your profile — not ours
You keep your name, your site, your style
Industry voice, press ally, and public signal booster.
You're not just a business. You're a folklorist. We help preserve and share the stories that matter.
Connect with other serious tour owners across the globe — and never feel like you’re building alone.
Real Concerns. Real Answers.
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“You’ll outrank me.” → No — we amplify you, not replace you.
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“You’ll steal my reviews.” → No — they stay on your Google Business Profile.
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“You’ll control pricing.” → Never — you run your business.
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“It’s just another OTA.” → We market. You keep the customer.
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"You’ll try to become a tour company and cut me out.” → Never. We don’t run tours — and never will.
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“Customers will think you’re the tour company, not me.” → No confusion. Your name, your guides, your reviews — always front and center.
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“I’m already overwhelmed. I can’t manage one more platform.” → You don’t. We handle setup. You just run your tours.
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“I’ve tried platforms like Viator. They took too much and gave nothing back.” → They take 25-30% and vanish. We take 10-15% and actually market you.
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“This will dilute my brand or confuse my customers.” → Your brand leads. We just help more people find it.
Independent Ghost Tour Directory — Eligibility Criteria
1. Ownership
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The business must be privately owned.
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No corporate parent companies, holding companies, or national operators.
2. Brand & Control
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The business must operate under a unique, locally controlled brand.
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No shared branding, scripts, marketing systems, or operational standards with locations in other cities.
3. Franchising
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The business must have no franchise affiliation—not as a franchisee, franchisor, or sub-franchisor.
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No licensing or pseudo-franchise agreements that standardize branding or operations across markets.
4. Scale / Location Limits
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The business may operate no more than 3 locations total, and all must be within one metro area.
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Any multi-city operation—whether franchised or not—is ineligible.
5. Chain Status
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Businesses are not eligible if they are part of a chain, regardless of structure:
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Multiple locations in different cities
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Centralized ownership controlling operations across markets
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Standardized tour content, brand, or pricing across locations
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6. Self-Attestation
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Applicants must confirm the accuracy of their ownership, scale, and brand information.
Frequently Asked Questions About Becoming a Tour Partner
Q: What types of tours can apply to join Hauntica?
A: We welcome ghost tours, haunted history walks, paranormal investigations, and pub crawls. If your tour connects people to local hauntings or supernatural lore, you’re a fit. Eligible businesses must operate in one metro area only and may not be part of a multi-location chain, franchise or otherwise.
Q: Is there a cost to be listed?
A: Hauntica offers both free and paid listing options. Free listings get basic visibility, while premium tiers unlock additional features like priority placement and promotion.
Q: How do I apply?
A: Scroll to the bottom of this page to submit the application form. Once we review your submission, we’ll reach out within 24 hours with next steps.
Q: What happens after I submit the form?
A: Our team reviews your submission for relevance and quality. If accepted, you’ll receive setup instructions, access to your listing, and guidance on optimizing your listing.
Q: Can I update or edit my listing later?
A: Yes. you can update text, photos, availability, links, and options as needed. No charge with certain levels.
Q: How does Hauntica help my tour get more visibility?
A: We promote partners through organic search, featured listings, content campaigns, and a growing network of paranormal-seeking travelers. Top listings are also used in haunted reports, city roundups, and media features.
Q: What if I run a seasonal or pop-up tour?
A: No problem. You can list seasonal or limited-run experiences.
Q: Can I list multiple tours or locations?
A: Yes. You can list multiple experiences, even across different cities. Just let us know during the application or contact us after approval to add more.
Q: Who owns the customer data or traffic?
A: You do. Hauntica helps generate interest and leads—but bookings, data, and relationships stay with you.
Apply to Join the Network
What Happens Next?
1. We Review Your Application
Every membership request is reviewed by our team — not bots.
We look at your location, reputation online presence, and alignment with the network.
This ensures Hauntica remains trusted and respected — by guests and operators alike.
2. You Receive the Full Operator Brief
Once approved, we’ll send you:
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A detailed breakdown of all membership options
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Deep-dive on the Google Business Profile strategy
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Setup options, onboarding tools, and SEO best practices
This is your official Operator Kit — your guide to getting the most out of the platform.
3. You Sign the Agreement
Before listing, we both sign a simple operating agreement:
No exclusivity. No ownership. Just clarity.
It protects your business, your brand, and your independence — while giving us permission to promote you.
4. Your Setup Begins
Once the agreement is signed:
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We build or optimize your Hauntica tour page (if you choose that option)
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You get access to badges, support, and strategic positioning
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You’ll be looped into ongoing visibility campaigns and opportunities
Reminder:
We’re not just adding listings.
We’re building a haunted network — with standards, credibility, and staying power.
