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Terms & Conditions

Please read these terms carefully before using our services

Last updated: March 15, 2024

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using AquaVenture Diving services, website, or booking any courses or packages, you accept and agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our services.

These terms apply to all visitors, users, customers, and others who access or use our services.

Important:

By participating in any diving activity with AquaVenture, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to these terms and conditions, as well as all safety guidelines and liability waivers.

2. Services Provided

Diving Courses

We offer PADI and SSI certified diving courses from beginner to professional levels. All courses are conducted by certified instructors and follow international standards.

  • • Courses include theory, confined water, and open water training
  • • Digital learning materials are provided
  • • Equipment rental is included unless otherwise stated
  • • Certification cards are issued upon successful completion

Dive Packages

We organize dive trips and packages to various destinations worldwide. Packages may include accommodation, meals, diving, and transportation as specified.

  • • Package details are clearly outlined in booking confirmation
  • • Minimum participant numbers may apply
  • • Itineraries may change due to weather or safety concerns
  • • Travel insurance is strongly recommended

Equipment Rental

We provide well-maintained diving equipment for rent. All equipment is serviced regularly and meets safety standards. Customers are responsible for proper use and care of rented equipment.

3. Bookings and Payments

Booking Process

  • • All bookings must be made through our website, email, or phone
  • • A deposit is required to confirm your booking
  • • Full payment is due 30 days before the start date
  • • Bookings made within 30 days require immediate full payment
  • • You will receive a confirmation email with booking details

Payment Methods

We accept the following payment methods:

  • • Credit/Debit Cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express)
  • • PayPal
  • • Bank Transfer
  • • Cash (for on-site bookings only)

Pricing

All prices are listed in USD unless otherwise stated. Prices include:

  • • Course or package fees as described
  • • Equipment rental (where specified)
  • • Certification fees (for courses)

Prices do not include: travel insurance, personal equipment purchases, accommodation (unless specified), meals (unless specified), or gratuities.

4. Liability and Assumption of Risk

⚠️ Important Notice:

Scuba diving is an adventure sport that involves inherent risks. By participating, you acknowledge and accept these risks.

Assumption of Risk

You acknowledge that diving activities involve risks including but not limited to:

  • • Decompression sickness
  • • Embolism, oxygen toxicity, nitrogen narcosis
  • • Hypothermia and hyperthermia
  • • Marine life injuries
  • • Equipment failure
  • • Drowning or serious injury

Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, AquaVenture Diving shall not be liable for:

  • • Personal injury, death, or property damage arising from diving activities
  • • Acts of God, weather conditions, or natural disasters
  • • Third-party actions or negligence
  • • Your failure to follow instructions or safety guidelines
  • • Pre-existing medical conditions

Insurance

We strongly recommend that all participants maintain comprehensive travel and dive accident insurance. We are covered by DAN (Divers Alert Network) for emergency evacuation and hyperbaric treatment, but this does not replace personal insurance.

5. Medical Requirements

Medical Questionnaire

All participants must complete a medical questionnaire before diving. You must answer all questions truthfully and accurately.

If you answer "yes" to any question, you must obtain written medical clearance from a physician, preferably one trained in dive medicine, before participating in any diving activities.

Medical Conditions

Certain medical conditions may prevent you from diving safely. These include but are not limited to:

  • • Asthma or respiratory problems
  • • Heart conditions or high blood pressure
  • • Ear or sinus problems
  • • Diabetes requiring medication
  • • Epilepsy or seizures
  • • Pregnancy
  • • Recent surgery

Fitness to Dive

You must be in good physical and mental health to participate in diving activities. We reserve the right to refuse service to anyone we believe is not fit to dive safely. No refunds will be given for medical disqualification.

6. Cancellation and Refund Policy

Cancellation by Customer

If you need to cancel your booking, the following cancellation fees apply:

  • More than 30 days before: Full refund minus 10% administration fee
  • 15-30 days before: 50% refund
  • 7-14 days before: 25% refund
  • Less than 7 days: No refund

Cancellations must be made in writing via email. The cancellation date is the date we receive your written notice.

Cancellation by AquaVenture

We reserve the right to cancel any course or package due to:

  • • Insufficient participant numbers
  • • Unsafe weather or sea conditions
  • • Equipment failure or safety concerns
  • • Force majeure events

In case of cancellation by us, you will receive a full refund or the option to reschedule at no additional cost.

Rescheduling

You may reschedule your booking once free of charge if done more than 14 days before the start date. Subsequent changes or changes within 14 days are subject to a $50 rescheduling fee, subject to availability.

7. Code of Conduct

All participants must adhere to our code of conduct:

Safety First

  • • Follow all instructor directions
  • • Never dive beyond your certification level
  • • Report any equipment issues immediately
  • • Never dive under the influence of alcohol or drugs

Environmental Responsibility

  • • Do not touch or damage coral
  • • Do not harass marine life
  • • Take only photos, leave only bubbles
  • • Proper buoyancy control at all times

Respect Others

  • • Be punctual for all activities
  • • Respect other divers and staff
  • • Keep noise levels appropriate
  • • Follow boat and facility rules

Equipment Care

  • • Handle equipment with care
  • • Rinse equipment after use
  • • Report any damage immediately
  • • You are liable for lost or damaged equipment

Violation of Code of Conduct:

We reserve the right to terminate services immediately without refund for anyone who violates our code of conduct, endangers themselves or others, or behaves inappropriately.

8. Intellectual Property

All content on our website, including text, graphics, logos, images, and software, is the property of AquaVenture Diving or its content suppliers and is protected by international copyright laws.

You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works from any content without our express written permission.

Photos and videos taken during your diving activities may be used by AquaVenture for marketing purposes unless you explicitly opt out in writing.

9. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these terms and conditions at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to our website.

Your continued use of our services after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the modified terms.

We recommend reviewing these terms periodically to stay informed of any updates.

10. Governing Law

These terms and conditions are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the jurisdiction in which AquaVenture Diving operates.

Any disputes arising from these terms or your use of our services shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in that jurisdiction.

11. Contact Information

If you have questions about these Terms and Conditions, please contact us:

Mail

AquaVenture Diving
123 Ocean Drive
Coastal City, CC 12345
United States

Business Hours

Monday - Friday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sunday: Closed

Acknowledgment

By using AquaVenture Diving services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions.

If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our services.