Terms and Conditions
Risk Awareness/ Liability Waiver
I have been advised by Peak Learning of the following matters in relation to my upcoming trip with Peak Learning. I have been advised that travel, trekking, climbing and especially mountaineering are inherently dangerous activities. I may be killed, injured, incapacitated and experience pain, illness and suffering. I may experience loss, damage or theft of my property. Any of the above may not be Peak Learning’s fault or the fault of anyone. These incidents may be caused by others in my party, employees or directors of Peak Learning, their subcontractors or even my guide. They may be caused by environmental factors, or even just physical or mental exhaustion which can happen at any time on my trip. There is no way of predicting all the hazards I may face. While Peak Learning will take reasonable precautions to minimise the risks, there is no way Peak Learning can guarantee my absolute safety on this trip.
I acknowledge that often the areas of operation are remote with little or no immediate medical support. In some remote areas self-rescue is the only option. My guide may need to begin first aid appropriate to the remoteness of the area and the nature of my ailment. By signing this document, I certify that I have read and understood these risks and they are acceptable to me. I also agree not to seek compensation, financial or otherwise from any incident that might occur during or associated with the trip, from Peak Learning, its directors, officers, employees, agents, partners or subcontractors. Peak Learning and its agents including employees, guides, leaders, subcontractors, and porters shall not be liable for loss, death or injury, to any of its clients or loss or damage or delay to their baggage, personal effects or other property arising from the following:
1. Acts of God including but not limited to Landslides, Avalanche, Earthquakes, Flooding and Fire.
2. Civil disturbances of any nature including but not limited to War, Revolution, Riots, Strikes or Labour Shortages.
3. Environmental Factors such as changes to trails, rivers and valleys, loose rocks, unstable snow, unstable ground, bad weather.
4. Any other circumstance beyond our control and responsibility.
Cancellation Policy
Should you cancel before the tour commencement date due to factors outside your control such as a lockdown or travel restrictions being declared in your local area, the refund policy is as follows:
- Where cancellation occurs 7 days or greater prior to departure, we will refund the full amount
- Where cancellation occurs less than 7 days prior to commencement, we may need to retain the accommodation element of the trip cost, with the balance refunded.
- If we can fill the vacancy created, we will refund the full amount.
In the event of Peak Learning cancelling a trip, we would work with all the members of the trip to try to provide an alternative trek If you do not accept alternative arrangements, we will refund all payments you have made to Peak Learning, less any unrecoverable costs. Peak Learning will not be liable for any additional costs incurred by you such as air-ticket cancellation fees or changes. We advise you to have a travel insurance policy that covers cancellation.
Itinerary Policy
Peak Learning will make every effort to achieve the objectives of the given trip/expedition. By signing below, I understand that variations may be necessary for reasons including but not limited to, safety, interruptions to transportation, political unrest, prevailing weather conditions and the needs of the group.
Health Declaration and Travel insurance
As a pre-condition for delivery of service you agree to return no less than 7 days ahead of the start date of your trip, a Health Declaration Form (that we will supply) stating you are fit for your intended journey and disclose any health conditions, allergies etc that may affect your performance on the trek. While Travel Insurance is not mandatory for domestic treks, we recommend that you take out a policy to cover you for medical expenses and evacuation.
Acceptance
I have read and understood, and accept, the Risk Awareness / Liability Waiver, Cancellation Policy and the Itinerary Policy. I understand and accept the risks that have been explained to me, I hereby waive my right to bring any legal claim against Peak Learning even where Peak Learning and its Employees, Agents or Contractors would otherwise be deemed liable due to Gross Negligence, Breach of Contract or otherwise.