Terms and Conditions for Nepal Outdoor Academy

1. Acceptance of Terms

By browsing or using our Site, or by enrolling in any of our courses, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to these Terms and Conditions. These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and Nepal Outdoor Academy.

2. Services Offered

Nepal Outdoor Academy provides comprehensive adventure training programs for Nepal's outdoor tourism industry. Our offerings include, but are not limited to:

3. Eligibility

General:

Users must be at least 13 years of age to participate in certain courses like "Outdoor Leadership Through Backpacking". Specific age requirements for other courses, such as 15 years for "First Aid Training" and 20 years for "Basic Mountain Bike" training, are outlined in the respective course descriptions.

Course-Specific Qualifications:

Each course has its own set of trainee qualifications, which may include minimum educational attainment (e.g., "Minimum of eight class pass or equivalent" for Backpacking, "SLC/SEE pass or equivalent" for LNT, "SLC/SEE with years of working experience in the trekking tourism industry of Nepal, OR Must have passed +2" for Trekking Guide Training) and physical fitness tests. You must meet all specified requirements for the course you wish to enroll in.

Entrance Examinations:

Some courses require passing an entrance examination, which may include physical fitness tests and interviews.

4. Course Enrollment and Payment

• Registration: To enroll in a course, you must complete the registration process and provide all required information.
• Fees: Course fees are as published by Nepal Outdoor Academy. Payment must be made in full or as per the agreed payment schedule.
• Cancellations and Refunds: [Insert your specific cancellation and refund policy here. This is crucial for clarity.]
• Insurance: Personal accident insurance is compulsory for training.

5. Participant Conduct and Safety

• Adherence to Instructions: Participants must strictly follow all instructions from Nepal Outdoor Academy instructors and staff during courses and activities.
• Safety Protocols: Emphasis is placed on outdoor education principles such as safety. Participants are expected to adhere to all safety practices, including those for managing wildlife encounters (e.g., carrying deterrent pepper spray, proper cleaning of cooking sites, avoiding food inside tents, proper food storage).
• Environmental Stewardship: Participants are expected to promote awareness of the natural environment and build responsibility for its care and conservation, including implementing Leave No Trace principles.
• Cultural Sensitivity: Participants are expected to demonstrate respect for Nepal's cultural heritage and local communities.
• Disciplinary Action: Nepal Outdoor Academy reserves the right to remove any participant from a course or activity if their conduct is deemed unsafe, disruptive, or in violation of these Terms. No refunds will be issued in such cases.

6. Intellectual Property

All content on this Site, including text, graphics, logos, images, course materials, and the "Nepal Outdoor Academy" logo, is the property of Nepal Outdoor Academy or its content suppliers and is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works from any content on this Site without our express written permission.

7. Disclaimers

Outdoor Activities Risks:

Participation in outdoor activities, especially in mountainous regions like the Nepal Himalayas, involves inherent risks, including but not limited to those associated with trekking, rock climbing, mountain biking, water activities, and encounters with wild animals. While we aim to provide comprehensive training for safe and responsible outdoor exploration, Nepal Outdoor Academy is not responsible for any injury, loss, or damage to persons or property that may occur during courses or activities.

Accuracy of Information:

While we strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information on our Site, we do not warrant the completeness or accuracy of any information. The content is for general information purposes only and should not be relied upon as professional advice.

Third-Party Links:

Our Site may contain links to third-party websites. These links are provided for your convenience only. We have no control over the content or privacy practices of these third-party sites and are not responsible for them.

8. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Nepal Outdoor Academy, its instructors, employees, and affiliates shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising out of your access to or use of our Site or participation in our courses, even if advised of the possibility of such damages.

9. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Nepal Outdoor Academy, its affiliates, instructors, and employees from and against any and all claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, expenses, or fees (including reasonable attorneys' fees) that such parties may incur as a result of or arising from your (or anyone using your account's) violation of these Terms.

10. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Nepal. Any disputes arising under or in connection with these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in Pokhara, Nepal.

11. Changes to These Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting the revised Terms on the Site. Your continued use of the Site after such modifications will constitute your acknowledgment of the modified Terms and agreement to abide and be bound by them.

12. Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us at: