DIVE TATAPOURI
RISK DISCLOSURE FOR REEF ECOLOGY TOUR INTERACTING WITH WILD STINGRAYS
This adventure activity run by Ocean 1 Expeditions NZ Limited T/A Dive Tatapouri inherently involves risks and hazards that could potentially result in harm or injury. The risks and hazards include but are not limited to Wild Animals (wild stingrays, Fish and other sea life) bites and stings, uneven terrain, water, tripping, banana boat, sun and wind exposure, heavy rain, cold exposure and Earthquake and Tsunami
We ask that you are aware that participating in the Reef Ecology Tour offered by Ocean 1 Expeditions NZ Limited T/ Dive Tatapouri can be hazardous if they are not conducted with care, control and responsibility and that these risks could result in injury (physical or mental) or even death. In participating in the tour, you agree to assume those risks personally and, to the maximum extent permitted by law, release Ocean 1 Expeditions NZ Ltd and its employees, officers and agents from any liability, claims, losses, damages or expenses (including, without limitation, personal injury or death, loss of belongings and property damage) and any other losses which arise.
Clients with pre-existing conditions medical conditions or injuries that may affect them whilst walking out onto the reef and standing in the water for up to one hour must advise the Ocean One Expeditions NZ Ltd t/a Dive Tatapouri staff prior to commencement of the tour. If the staff have concerns, they have the right to not allow the client to partake in the tour.
- Consent to receive any medical treatment which may be deemed necessary by Ocean 1 Expeditions NZ Ltd t/a Dive Tatapouri in the case of injury, accident or illness suffered while participating in the Reef Ecology Tour and to indemnify Ocean 1 Expeditions NZ Ltd t/a Dive Tatapouri against any claims in respect of this treatment.
- Ocean 1 Expeditions NZ Ltd t/a Dive Tatapouri reserves the right to refuse service to those who are believed to be affected by alcohol or drugs and no refund will be provided.
- Ocean 1 Expeditions NZ Ltd t/a Dive Tatapouri reserves the right to cancel services due to inclement weather conditions, (defined as precipitation greater than a drizzle, wind over 20 knots and swell over 2 metres), or any other unforeseen event or circumstances.
- Clients may get wet and are advised not to carry any valuables whilst on tour.
- Ocean 1 Expeditions NZ Ltd t/a Dive Tatapouri reserves the right to use any images for publicity purposes.
- Children classified 15 years and under. Children 15 years and under must be always accompanied by an adult.
- I agree to walk with care and follow the guides safety briefing and instructions at all times (and ensure that any children in my care do the same).
Exclusions
To the extent permitted by law, all our liability for damage to your property, disruption to travel plans, or mental injury is excluded. This exclusion is subject to any rights or remedies you may have under the Consumer Guarantees Act 1993. Ocean 1 Expeditions NZ Ltd T/A Dive Tatapouri strongly recommends that you have full insurance covering any personal injury and loss or damage to property, that you might suffer, including medical treatment cover.
THANK YOU, THE STAFF AND MANAGEMENT, AT DIVE TATAPOURI