Maunga Tours – Hiking Waiver & Participant Agreement

Please read carefully before confirming your booking. By submitting this form, you agree to the terms below.

1. Acknowledgement of Risk

I understand that hiking in Rarotonga involves natural risks, including:

• Uneven, steep, or slippery terrain
• Loose rocks, roots, and sudden drops
• Rapid weather changes
• Heat, humidity, dehydration, and fatigue
• Natural hazards such as branches, insects, or sharp flora

I acknowledge that these risks may cause injury or illness.

2. Physical Condition & Personal Responsibility

By submitting this form, I confirm that:

• I am physically able to participate in this hike.
• I have disclosed any medical conditions or limitations.
• I will follow all instructions from the guide.
• I will bring proper footwear, water, and required gear.
• I understand that the guide may turn me back if I am unfit to continue.

3. Weather & Safety Decisions

• Tours may be cancelled or rescheduled due to unsafe weather.
• If weather worsens during the hike, the guide may choose to turn back or take an alternative route.
• These decisions are made for the safety of all participants.

4. Emergency Response

• First Aid will be provided if needed.
• Evacuation may require walking out or being assisted/stretchered out.
• Emergency services may be contacted.
• I am responsible for any medical or evacuation costs.

5. Liability Release

By submitting this waiver, I agree to:

• Assume all risks associated with the hike.
• Release Maunga Tours, its guides, and affiliates from liability for injury, loss, or damage, except where prohibited by law.
• Indemnify Maunga Tours against claims arising from my participation.

6. Media Consent (Optional)

I consent to Maunga Tours using photos or videos from the tour for promotional purposes.
I do not consent.

7. Declaration

By submitting this form, I confirm that I have read and understood this waiver and agree to participate under these conditions.