Question 1

Do we get to drive?

Accepted Answer

No, Dirt Bandits experiences are all pro-drive with you as a passenger.

Question 2

Is there a personal weight or load limit?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Individual Person Weight Limit is approximately 110kg.

This policy is designed for passenger comfort and safety however we may use discretion to amend these limits depending on the experience being booked.

Important Note: The Bandit Rush is a high performance experience and load limits can detrimentally effect the performance, handling and safety of the vehicle.  Whilst we endeavour to provide an experience to everyone, weight and load limits will be enforced for this experience and therefore Bandit Rush is not suitable for persons over 110kg.

Driver discretion may be used so please call us to discuss your specific requirements.

Question 3

Is this experience safe?

Accepted Answer

Although we love the thrill of off-roading, safety comes first.

We conduct a safety briefing prior to passengers being seated into the vehicle, ensuring that you understand the steps to take in the event of an incident.

Each passenger is provided with a firm fitting helmet and goggles, and is strapped into the vehicle by way of a 4-point seat harness. It is important that no part of your body exit the vehicle roll cage and we insist that passengers maintain a firm grip on the provided handles.

Our drivers have extensive experience behind the wheel of the vehicle and vehicles undergo regular comprehensive safety checks. Each session is designed with the passenger safety in mind however off-roading by nature is variable and unpredictable, and incidents can occur without warning.

During your experience, if you are feeling anxious or are suffering from motion sickness, you must advise our driver immediately so that we can adjust the experience to suit.

On the day, and in the moment your experienced driver may use discretion to change the speed and trail to mitigate the risk of incident. Our driver reserves the right to cancel or postpone a session if deemed unsafe due to the environmental conditions or mechanical failure.

Question 4

Is Smoking Permitted?

Accepted Answer

No, due to the significant risk of fire across the farm and riverbed, smoking is prohibited.

Vaping is allowed.

Question 5

Will I need to sign a waiver?

Accepted Answer

Yes you will need to sign a waiver before participating in a Dirt Bandits experience.

This includes all children and where multiple children are present, it is deemed the person who booked the session is the responsible guardian for those children.

Question 6

What should I wear?

Accepted Answer

Dirt Bandits is raw but thats the point!

You will be exposed to the elements including dust, rain, cold water, rocks and the occasional cow dung... therefore dress sensibly. All participants should wear closed in shoes and sensible clothing.  We recommend casual trousers or shorts, and a casual shirt. We will provide you with a poncho to wear during your session.

As you may get wet or messy during your experience, it is recommended that you bring a change of clothes (mainly trousers) and as the weather can change quickly its best to bring a jacket to keep you warm. If poor weather is expected during your Experience, we strongly recommend you dress according to the conditions to ensure your comfort throughout your Experience.  During winter ski attire would be very suitable however it might get dirty!.

Question 7

What safety gear do you provide?

Accepted Answer

We provide a water resistant poncho, balaclava, helmet and goggles.

Question 8

Code of Conduct

Accepted Answer

In the interests of driver or passenger safety, reckless or indecent behaviour will not be tolerated from any participant. Dirt Bandits will terminate a participant's session at any time without exception if we deem your behaviour is inappropriate or unsafe.

Reckless or indecent behaviour includes but is not limited to: intoxication, not following the instructions of guides, use of offensive language, destruction or damage to property, and abuse of other participants.

Refunds will not be granted under such circumstances.

Question 9

Do you provide food or beverage facilities?

Accepted Answer

The Boat Shed has basic tea & coffee available.

Question 10

Do you have Amenities?

Accepted Answer

Our facility is located in a remote location with limited services.

We do have a toilet and room for you to change into dry clothing. Services such as electricity are not provided and phone and internet reception is limited at best depending on your telecommunications service provider.

Question 11

Matapari Access

Accepted Answer

Our facility is located on a working grazing farm and public access is granted only under specific conditions.

All visitors and participants to Dirt Bandits must strictly adhere to the Site Access Policy and access outside of the designated Base Area is strictly prohibited.

Children MUST be accompanied by a parent or guardian and that person must supervise them at all times. The personal safety of children is the sole responsibility of their parent or guardian and access to the facility is acknowledgement of this responsibility.

Question 12

Do you do Gift Vouchers?

Accepted Answer

Yes we can prepare a gift voucher for you. Just email us at getdirty@dirtbandits.co.nz with your enquiry.

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