KAIKOURA WILDERNESS WALKS
All inclusive guided walk on our spectacular private walking track north of Kaikoura on the east coast of New Zealand’s South Island.
Terms & Conditions
Please ensure you have read the following terms and conditions before booking.
Reservations
As demand for our walks is high during the summer months (October to March) we advise that you make your booking as far in advance as possible to avoid disappointment.
Extended departures dates for the 2012-2013 Season - Kaikoura Wilderness Walks will be open until 27 Apri 2013.
Please note the pre-tour arrangements will be confirmed with you when you check your booking details the day prior to your walk by phoning our office on (03) 319 6966.
Prices and payment
- For bookings 4 or more months in advance of departure a 20% deposit must be paid with the remainder due 90 days prior to departure.
- For bookings within 4 months (120 days) of departure, full payment is required.
- Credit card details are required for payment of deposit which secures your booking.
- All prices are in New Zealand dollars and currently include 15% Goods and Services Tax.
- All walk option prices are on a per person basis.
Prices are based on twin share accommodation. - Prices are valid 02 October 2012 to 27 April 2013
Child Prices
Child prices for all walks apply to children aged 12 – 16 years inclusive.
Single Supplement
Single Supplement option is available on application.
Track Information
Please ensure you read all the relevant information before making a booking. This includes:
Conditions
Kaikoura Wilderness Walks reserves the right to alter prices, times, itineraries and, if necessary, arrange alternative transportation and walking arrangements as deemed necessary.
- All departures are subject to a minimum of 2 persons.
Refunds
Cancellation of confirmed bookings are on the following basis:
- The cancellation of confirmed bookings must occur no less than 20 days prior to departure. Deposits are non-refundable.
| 0-20 days: | NO REFUND. |
| 21-42 days: | 50% refund of total package cost. |
| 43-59 days: | 70% refund of total package cost. |
| 60-90 days: | deposit retained. |
| More than 90 days: | no cancellation fee applies. |
- Clients can, if necessary, transfer bookings within 7 days of departure subject to availability. Please note in this instance an administration fee of $25 (inclusive GST) will apply. Refund conditions also apply.
- Failure to report for departure - NO REFUND
- Claims for refunds due to circumstances beyond the control of tour operators, service supplier or customer, should be submitted in writing, but no later than 30 days after the date of your walk departure.
- It is recommended that customers adequately insure themselves against cancellation charges and the possible loss of money or personal belongings. This is generally covered by comprehensive travel insurance. Bookings are only valid for the dates confirmed.
- Bookings are only valid for the dates confirmed.
- If management of Kaikoura Wilderness Walks declares the walk unfit due to severe weather and track conditions, a full refund will be applied.
Insurance
Kaikoura Wilderness Walks finalise all tour arrangements on the condition that they will not be liable for any injury, damage, loss, accident, delay or irregularity which may arise.
Either by reason of weather, actions or defaults of any defect in vehicle or through the acts or defaults of any company or persons engaged in either booking passengers or conveying passengers or in carrying out the arrangements of the tours.
In New Zealand accidents are covered by the government's Accident Compensation Corporation system. This covers hospital and other medical costs arising from injury accidents, but does not cover other consequential costs. We recommend that you arrange comprehensive travel insurance to cover such costs.
