In order to drive the campervan, the Hirer/Driver will agree to the following:
The Hirer
- Be aged between 23 - 79 years old (insurance can be arranged for 21+ with a higher insurance excess fee charge to be discussed).
- Will pay £200 ’holding fee’ - fully refundable, see below for more detail.
- Have a valid driving license for 2 years.
- Uk & Ireland driving license accepted.
- International license can be provisionally accepted (will check with insurance company).
- Provide photocopy or scan of both parts of their driving license (plastic and paper copy) must be done straight after dates are confirmed for hire. This is for insurance purposes. A background check will be done on license. Having points on your licence is ok, but must be disclosed.
https://www.viewdrivingrecord.service.gov.uk/driving-record/licence-number
- For security purposes: Provide 2 forms of identification i.e. photo (driving license/passport) and paper copy of license plus a bank statement/utility bill - not older than 3 months (figures can be hidden).
- Will not permit the camper-van to be driven by anyone other than those declared at the time of booking and who have provided all relevant documentation.
- ’Holding fee’ of £200 will also be for insurance cover (fully refundable if no damage of any kind occurs). If damage occurs, this may result in loss of part or full fee:
- Diesel tank NOT coming back FULL - the money for refilling the tank will come out of the £200 ‘holding fee’.
- Damages to the van.
- Will not carry more than 4 passengers.
- Ensure that the campervan is securely locked at all times when unattended.
- Will not permit smoking in the campervan at any time.
- The campervan will NOT be driven over the mph for that particular road.
- Additional Drivers – will be individually calculated on age.
- Will be aware of any tolls that need paid online.
Rental Restrictions
- The camper-van must not travel outside the island of Ireland (Unless requested in booking).
- Any motoring offences or penalties incurred during the hire are the responsibility of the Driver NOT Atlantic Way Campers.
- Clean Diesel to be used in the campervan. The cost incurred for having the fuel system drained will be directly charged to the ‘Hirer’.
- If any other type of diesel is used and the ‘Hirer’ is stopped and checked, the ‘Hirer’ will be fully responsible and will pay the fine.
- Atlantic Way Campers reserves the right to decline any prospective hire arrangement for reason of incompetent driving, suspected to be under the influence of alcohol or drugs or any other reason.
- The campervan must not be used to carry gases or liquids, or any corrosive or flammable material (other than the camping gas provided).
Security Deposit
- £100 non-refundable booking fee will be paid within 48 hours by Hirer after dates have been confirmed by Atlantic Way Campers.
- A payment plan can be set up for hire payment, FULL payment MUST be paid 14 days prior to hire date.
- Before release of the campervan, the Hirer will pay (in FULL) the excess fee for insurance cover 14 days before rental. This will be refunded within 7 days (maximum) after the van has been returned, full terms of the agreement are met, there are no damages and it is in a clean condition – this also applies to the awning (if applicable) plus any other items that have been included in the hire period.
- TOLLS MUST BE PAID WHEN IN THE REPUBLIC OF IRELAND
- Any traffic or parking fines incurred and not disclosed whilst the camper-van was hired will also be deducted from the excess fee.
General
- The ‘Hirer’ will be liable for any damage caused by neglect or malice to the vehicle.
- The ‘Hirer’ will be totally responsible for any legal penalties occurred whilst hiring the van i.e speeding/parking fines, clamped, tolls etc.
- The Hirer will be responsible for all their personal belongings. Atlantic Way Campers do not cover anything belonging to the ‘Hirer’.
- The ‘Hirer’ will be responsible for the cost of recovery for the van should it become trapped or bogged in – VANS ARE NOT TO BE TAKEN ONTO THE BEACH.
- The ‘Hirer’ will be responsible for the loss of keys.
- The ‘Hirer’ will be responsible for recovery of keys if they so happen to get locked in Van.
- The ‘Hirer’ will NOT drive under the influence of alcohol or drugs according to the law.
- The ‘Hirer’ will be responsible for regular oil and water check ups, stop and react to any dashboard warning lights.
- Collection & return of Camper van will be discussed on booking with a signed agreement (wavier) about collection & return before release.
- A full tank of fuel will be provided with the camper-van – please ensure it is left back with the fuel tank full otherwise it will be deducted from the ‘holding fee’.
- On its return, the Campervan is to be re-fuelled within a 5 mile radius of Strabane with clean Diesel.
- We are PET FRIENDLY. However, we ask if you could bring appropriate bedding and sheets to cover the seats to minimise hair Etc. We also ask that you bring the van back in the same condition it left. Again, this may result in loss of ‘holding fee’ if damage unfortunately occurs!
- A cleaning fee of £50 will be charged if the van is left back in an unclean condition: sink, cooker not cleaned, waste water not emptied, van not hoovered etc - the overall van is not clean.
Breakdown
- In the event of a breakdown or accident, AA breakdown service is at the disposal of the ‘Hirer’, details will be provided with the camper-van. The AA breakdown service covers breakdown and relay back to the point of hire.
- Please report any breakdown immediately to Wild Atlantic Way Campers.
- The ‘Hirer’ understands that Wild Atlantic Way Campers will not be responsible for any consequential expenses or additional cost incurred in hiring alternative vehicles, late arrivals, illness, travel expenses or any third party connection with a breakdown or accident.
- If a replacement vehicle is available this will be provided, if not Wild Atlantic Way Campers will refund days not used (IN EVENT OF A BREAKDOWN ONLY).
- In the event that an accident should happen, please take as much information as possible, name and address of other driver and their insurance details, if police /Garda need to attend (and reference number if applicable). Also any photographs taken at the scene.
- The Hirer must contact Atlantic Way Campers as soon as it is reasonably possible
Cancellation by the Hirer
- The Hirer has 5 days prior to hire date to cancel, any payments EXCLUDING £100 non-refundable fee will be refunded to the hirer within 7 days of cancellation notice. Cancellation notice any later than 5 days before hire date will incur a 50% of total hire charge. The ‘£200 ’holding fee’ will be fully refunded.
Cancellation by Wild Atlantic Way Campers
- In the event the camper-van is not available - Atlantic Way Campers will either offer an alternative vehicle (if available), give alternative time/dates or make a full refund, including (£100 deposit), but not accept any further liability.
- Wild Atlantic Way Campers reserves the right to cancel a booking if the full terms and conditions are not met.
A HARD COPY OF THESE TERMS & CONDITIONS & A WAIVER MUST BE SIGNED PRIOR TO RENTAL.
OUR AIM IS TO BE TRANSPARENT AS POSSIBLE WITH NO HIDDEN AGENDAS OR CLAUSES, SO WE APPRECIATE TAKING THE TIME TO READ THROUGH THE ABOVE T&Cs - THANK YOU!