Terms & Conditions

PRICING & PAYMENT

  • All pricing is in Canadian Dollars.

  • Prices listed do not include 5% sales tax (GST)

  • Pricing is subject to change at the time of booking

  • Payment can be done via the following:

    • E Transfer in Canada. Please send to paygirthhitch@gmail.com

    • Credit Card

  • Tipping and gratuity: while certainly not required, it is customary to provide a tip/gratuity if you feel your guide provided an exceptional service and experience for you and/or your group. The amount is up to your discretion!

BOOKING CONDITIONS

  • Please read and fully understand the following conditions and cancellations information before making your booking.

  • If your trip takes you into any of the National Park areas, it is your responsibility to ensure you have the necessary park passes.

  • Itinerary, service and participation of programs/activities is up to the discretion of Girth Hitch Guiding at all times. We will do our best to update you of any updates or cancellations as necessary.

  • Courses may be cancelled up to one week prior by Girth Hitch Guiding if the minimum group size is not reached

BOOKING PROCESS

  • Consultation with Guest Relations to set dates

  • Guest Relations will connect to confirm booking details and provide an invoice

  • Booking is confirmed once the non-refundable deposit is received

  • For bookings under $500 the entire payment is due to confirm booking

  • For bookings over $500 the booking is confirmed with a 25% non-refundable deposit is received

  • Balance of booking is due 3 weeks prior to trip dates

  • Your guide will be in touch with you 2-5 days prior to your trip dates to provide you with your final trip details, itinerary etc.

WAIVER & RELEASE FORM

  • There is a degree of hazard when engaging in mountain adventures. All guests must carefully read and agree to, the online waiver form prior to the event – download below – your guide will deliver and witness your waiver on the morning of the event.

  • Guests under the age of 19 must have the Waiver and Release Form signed by a legal parent or guardian.

CANCELLATION & REFUNDS

  • Girth Hitch Guiding must receive notice of cancellation in writing at booking@girthhitchguiding.ca

  • In the event that Girth Hitch Guiding has to cancel your trip, your payments will be fully refunded.

DUE TO WEATHER

  • It will be rare that your trip will be cancelled due to weather. Our guides are highly experienced and knowledgeable about the area they climb in and will find a suitable objective that will give you the best experience possible given the current conditions.

CLIENT/GUEST CANCELLATION

  • Deposit is non refundable

  • 8-6 weeks prior to trip/program dates – If we can rebook you for alternative dates, your payments can be transferred less a $50 processing fee.

  • If we cannot rebook your dates or cancellation is less than 6 weeks prior, the entire deposit is forfeited.

  • Less than 3 weeks prior – all fees are forfeited.

DUE TO MEDICAL OR UNFORESEEN CIRCUMSTANCES

We understand that on the odd occasion, there is an unexpected medical emergency or circumstance. Please contact us at booking@girthhitchguiding.ca if that is the case.

TRANSPORTATION

  • Transportation to and from the event is the responsibility of the guest

  • Unless other arrangements are made Girth Hitch Guiding will not provide any transportation services

MINORS

  • Unless other arrangements are made minors must be accompanied by a parent or guardian