To help everyone enjoy a safe and respectful outdoor experience, please review the following information before joining your tour.

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TRAIL RULES

• Please always follow the guide and do not overtake or move ahead of the group.

• If you feel unwell or need to leave the group temporarily, please inform the guide.

• Smoking and the use of lighters, matches, gas burners or any other open flames are not permitted.

• Please stay on the trail and do not damage or collect plants, flowers, mushrooms or other vegetation.

• Do not chase, disturb or feed wildlife or birds.

• Please take all rubbish with you.

• Please do not publish or share GPS logs or route data from the tour.

• Mountain bikers must always give priority to hikers and wait until it is safe to pass.

• Skidding, sliding or other riding that may damage the trail is not permitted. 

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WHAT TO BRING

• Quick-drying and stretchable outdoor clothing

• Long sleeves and long pants are recommended for protection from falls, sun, branches and insects

• Gloves

• Waterproof and breathable rainwear

• Warm layers such as fleece or lightweight insulated clothing in cooler seasons

• Hiking or trail-running shoes with firm, non-slip soles

• Sunglasses or clear protective eyewear

• Approximately 500 ml–1 L of water per person

• Snacks

• Small towel

• Backpack of approximately 10 L

• A helmet is required for Mountain Biking. Rental helmets are available for guests who do not bring their own.

• Clipless pedals and cycling shoes may be brought for Mountain Biking.

• Protective equipment is recommended, especially for guests who are not confident on descents. 

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INSURANCE & EQUIPMENT

• Liability insurance for injury or property damage caused to third parties while using a Kyoto Uncharted rental MTB is included.

• This coverage does not apply to mountain bikes brought by guests.

• Personal injury insurance for participants is not included in the tour price.

• All participants must arrange appropriate travel, sports or accident insurance covering their own injuries before joining the tour.

• Guests without appropriate insurance cannot participate.

• Overseas visitors should arrange suitable travel accident insurance before the tour. Please note that the currently available inbound insurance option must be purchased within 5 days including the date of arrival in Japan and must cover the period until departure from Japan.

• Damage or repair costs for personal bikes and rental MTBs are not covered by the standard insurance.

• If a rental MTB suffers significant damage requiring repair or replacement of the carbon frame, wheels or other parts, the actual repair cost may be charged.

• Normal surface scratches, derailleur hanger bending and punctures that do not significantly affect riding are not subject to repair charges. 

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RISK & PARTICIPATION

• Our tours take place in mountains and natural environments where certain risks cannot be completely eliminated.

• These risks may include sudden changes in weather, wildlife or insects, fallen trees, falling rocks, slips, falls and other natural hazards.

• The guide will take reasonable precautions, including safety briefings, pace management, route changes when necessary and guidance on appropriate equipment.

• However, outdoor activities inherently involve risks that cannot always be prevented.

• By participating, guests acknowledge and accept these risks.

• Guests are required to follow the guide’s instructions, applicable laws, local rules and safety guidance at all times.

• By joining the tour, participants confirm that they have reviewed and understood the above information.