Mauao Adventures General Terms & Conditions

  1. DEFINITIONS
    • “MAL” – Mauao Adventures Limited T/A Mauao Adventures, its staff and activities.
    • “MAL Activity/ies” - all activities under the guidance of MAL.
    • “MAL staff” – leadership, employees, contractors and volunteers employed for service under Mauao Adventures Limited.
    • "Participant/s" - active participants of any MAL Activities.
  2. SCOPE

These Terms & Conditions pertain to all activities, equipment hire and events under Mauao Adventures Limited.

  1. TERMS AND CONDITIONS (Ts & Cs)
    • WARNING - Participating in MAL Activities can be inherently dangerous. Serious accidents can occur which may result in being injured or even killed. Agreeing to these Ts & Cs means one has read and understood this warning and accept the inherent risks in participating in MAL Activities.
    • PHYSICAL FITNESS - Any injury, disability, medical or health condition, and lack of competence that may increase the risk of harm whilst participating in any MAL Activity must be declared. Participant must be medically and physically fit and able to participate in the chosen MAL Activities, and immediately notify MAL of any changes in fitness and ability to participate.
    • INSTRUCTION - Participants must at all times comply with the instructions and safety guidelines of the MAL staff.
    • DRUGS AND ALCOHOL - Alcohol and drugs are NOT tolerated and the participant may be denied participation WITHOUT refund if drug or alcohol use is suspected.
    • PERSONAL ITEMS - MAL will not be responsible for loss or damage to personal items during MAL Activities. Items used, worn or left on site are at the owner's risk. If there is a need or want to use, wear or leave personal items, the MAL Staff will not be responsible for loss or damage. Items most commonly lost or damaged are eye glasses, jewellery and watches, mobile phones, dentures, clothing items.
    • MEDICAL TREATMENT - If required, the MAL staff will arrange medical or hospital treatment (including transportation). Participants must agree to such actions being taken by MAL staff and agree to meet all costs associated.
    • MINORS – Minors under 16 years of age must be signed in by a responsible adult who agrees that they and the minor are subject to all the Ts & Cs of this document. Minors aged 0-7 years of age must be actively accompanied by a responsible adult for the duration of the activity.
    • IMAGERY - Photographic and/or visual images taken by MAL Staff of participants may be used for identification and/or general promotion of MAL.
    • PRIVACY - Personal information provided by participants is necessary for the operation of MAL Activities. MAL acknowledge and agree that personal information will only be used for MAL objectives. Participants are able to access their own personal information upon request. If participants do not provide the information required, participants understand that they may not be permitted to participate in MAL Activities.
  2. RELEASE AND INDEMNITY

Participating in MAL Activities is entirely at the participant's risk who must agree to:

  • Release and forever discharge MAL from all liability and claims but for this release arising from or in connection with participation in the MAL Activities.
  • Indemnify and hold harmless MAL to the extent permitted by law in respect of any claims by any person including but not only another participant in the MAL Activities arising from participation in the MAL Activities.
  • In this clause 4, “claims” means and includes any action, suit, proceeding, claim demand, damage, penalty, cost or expense however arising (including negligence, trespass to the person or for breach of implied terms in The Fair Trading Act 1986).
  1. AGREEMENT

By signing the electronic form, you acknowledge that you have read, understood and agreed to the conditions of these Terms & Conditions.

INTRO to sup (stand up paddle-board)

MAX OF $50PP FOR 1 HOUR. MAX OF 20 PARTICIPANTS AT ONCE.

Our introduction to paddling lesson is an immersive experience where we explore the shores of Pilot Bay. It includes an on-shore lesson and the remaining time is spent on the open water, building confidence and skill development as we go. Participants get to be apart of unique on-water challenge to earn points and win! Participants are at high risk of falling in and having a great time.

INTRO to waka ama (outrigger canoe)

MAX OF $50PP FOR 1 HOUR. MAX OF 20 PARTICIPANTS AT ONCE.

Our introduction to paddling lesson is a great experience for tamariki to comfortably explore the shores of Pilot Bay. It includes an on-shore lesson and the remaining time is spent on the open water, learning to paddle as a team, before putting skills to action on the water. We can stop to share some kōrero of Mauao, before we prepare to do some competitive racing! Participants will get wet up to their knees, and may experience splash back from the person paddling in front.

cultural walk of mount maunganui

MAX OF $20PP FOR 1.5 HOUR. MAX OF 20 PARTICIPANTS AT ONCE.

Our cultural walk of Mount Maunganui will take you on a short adventure throughout the local community and near the coastline. We'll show you culturally significant landmarks that hold stories of our ancestors and also learn how it’s utilised by our wider community.

We'll be sure to share our knowledge on the different species of plants/wildlife that flourish in our area and teach others about what we can do to protect it. 

DISCOVER OUR PACKAGED DEALS BELOW

WAKA AMA + STAND UP PADDLE BOARD

MAX OF $70PP

WAKA OR SUP + HĪKOI (GUIDED WALK)

MAX OF $70PP

WAKA + SUP + HĪKO (GUIDED WALK)

MAX OF $80PP

booking with ease

When you book in with us, you will receive a booking confirmation and gain access to our RAMS procedures. With no deposit required, we make it simple to plan ahead!

Our activities are weather dependent and we may have to cancel. We’ll monitor the weather leading up to the session and communicate any concerns. We encourage you to create a back up plan, which we can do together during our session planning!