AlMaknoon Terms & Conditions – Cross-Border Road Trips

(Kuwait → Saudi Arabia → Oman)

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1. Activity Description

AlMaknoon organizes and facilitates outdoor and overland adventure experiences, including but not limited to:

• Cross-border road trips (carpooling or self-drive)

• Off-road desert driving and hiking

• Camping experiences

• Cultural storytelling stops

The specific itinerary, services, and locations for each trip are described on the booking page at the time of purchase.
AlMaknoon reserves the right to adjust or cancel itineraries due to safety, weather, operational, or border control reasons.

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2. Booking, Deposit, and Payment Policy

• Full payment is required to confirm your seat.

• Payment confirms legal acceptance of this Agreement and waiver of any claim of non-acceptance due to lack of signature.

• Accepted payment methods are displayed at checkout.

• No booking is secured without successful payment.

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3. Border and Visa Responsibility

• Participants are fully responsible for holding valid passports and any required travel documents for Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, and Oman.

• AlMaknoon does not provide visas or border permits.

• Any delays, denied entry, or legal complications at the border are the sole responsibility of the Participant. No refunds will be issued in such cases.

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4. Assumption of Risk

Adventure and overland travel inherently involve risks including, but not limited to:

• Physical injury or medical issues

• Vehicle breakdowns

• Environmental hazards (sandstorms, floods, etc.)

• Delays or route changes

• Group dynamics and behavior of other participants

By booking, you voluntarily accept all such risks and release AlMaknoon of liability.

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5. Luggage and Bag Responsibility

• AlMaknoon may assist in loading bags but does not inspect or verify contents.

• AlMaknoon bears no responsibility for the safety, legality, or condition of personal belongings.

• Participants must not carry any prohibited, restricted, or undeclared items (e.g., drugs, alcohol in restricted zones, weapons, unregistered medications).

• Any medications must be disclosed in writing prior to the trip with the name, purpose, and prescription status.

• Any legal issue arising from baggage contents will be the sole responsibility of the participant.

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6. Waiver and Release of Liability

By participating in this trip, you agree to fully waive, release, and discharge AlMaknoon, its owners, guides, affiliates, and contractors from:

• Any and all legal claims

• Compensation demands

• Medical, civil, or criminal liability

Including incidents resulting from negligence, road accidents, or group actions.

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7. Medical Fitness

• Participants must be physically and mentally fit for overland and off-road travel.

• All medical conditions must be disclosed beforehand.

• AlMaknoon is not liable for injuries or complications related to undisclosed conditions.

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8. In-Car Recording Notice

• Some vehicles may have internal audio and video recording systems active for safety and accountability.

• By joining, participants consent to potential recording inside the vehicle.

• These recordings are used for safety, legal documentation, or internal training only.

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9. Cancellation, Changes, and Refunds

If the participant cancels:

a. Cancellation More Than 7 Days Before the Trip
A 50% refund as voucher will be issued. The remaining 50% is non-refundable.

b. Cancellation less than 7 Days Before the Trip
No refund will be issued.

c. Name Transfers

A Participant may transfer their booking to another individual up to 72 hours before the trip. Transfers are not accepted after the 72-hour window. The replacement participant must accept all terms and conditions.

If AlMaknoon cancels the trip for weather, safety, or border-related reasons:

• The Company may postpone or cancel a trip due to unsafe weather, government restrictions, or operational requirements. Participants will receive a 100% credit toward a future trip, valid for 12 months. Cash refunds will not be issued unless determined by the Company.

Force Majeure:

• No refunds for cancellations caused by uncontrollable events (e.g. border closures, natural disasters, wars, pandemics)

Early Departure:

• No refund or credit will be issued if a participant voluntarily leaves mid-trip.

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10. Code of Conduct and Participant Responsibilities

• Participants must follow guide instructions, local laws, and ethical conduct.

• Respect toward fellow travelers, locals, and the environment is expected at all times.

• Alcohol, drugs, and hookah are strictly prohibited.

• Disruptive or unsafe behavior may result in removal from the trip without refund.

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11. Insurance and Liability Disclaimer

• AlMaknoon does not provide travel, health, or vehicle insurance.

• Participants are advised to obtain their own insurance for:

  • Medical emergencies

  • Trip cancellation

  • Third-party car damage (if self-driving)

Participation is entirely at the individual’s own risk.

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12. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These terms are governed by the laws of the State of Kuwait.
Any dispute shall be settled in the courts of Kuwait City.

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13. Entire Agreement

This Agreement represents the full understanding between the Participant and AlMaknoon.
AlMaknoon reserves the right to update these terms without prior notice.
The latest version published at the time of booking applies.

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✅ By booking this trip, you confirm that you have read, understood, and accepted these Terms and Conditions.