FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
1. What essential items should I bring on board?
2. What food and beverages are provided?
3. Do you accommodate for mobility impaired passengers?
4. Do I need to bring my certification card?
5. Do I need a dive medical for scuba diving tours?
6. What equipment is provided for scuba diving tours?
7. What rental scuba gear is available from Ningaloo Whaleshark-n-Dive?
8. Is it required that I use a dive computer?
9. What is the recommended weight wetsuit?
10. What size are the tanks?
11. What is the standard tank fitting?
12. My Partner is a non-diver, will they enjoy the trip?
13. Can I rent an underwater camera on the boat?
14. What will the weather be like in Exmouth, Western Australia, when I visit?
15. When is the best time of year for diving in Exmouth?
16. I suffer seasickness, do you have any suggestions?
17. What happens if I am sick and can’t make the trip?
18. What are your recommendations for flying after diving?
1. What essential items should I bring on board?
Personal items, swimwear, towel, hat, sunscreen, casual clothing, and warm clothes in the winter (May – Sept).
2. What food and beverages are provided?
A buffet style lunch is provided on all full day snorkelling, diving and whaleshark tours. Morning and Afternoon Teas are also provided. We can cater to special dietary requirements with prior notice. Tea, coffee and fountain water are always available for self service. We also operate a ship’s bar with beer, mixed drinks, wine and snacks available for purchase. Items from the bar can be placed on a tab for payment at the end of your trip.
3. Do you accommodate for mobility impaired passengers?
Aliikai is a suitable vessel for people with mobility impairments.
4. Do I need to bring my certification card?
Yes, you will need to present your certification card upon boarding, so don’t forget it!
5. Do I need a dive medical for scuba diving tours?
As a certified diver, generally a dive medical is not required. However, if you have a history of a medical condition contraindicative to diving (eg asthma, diabetes, epilepsy, heart or lung disorders) you are required to provide a diving medical certificate, from a diving medical specialist, stating that you are fit to scuba dive.
If you are participating in Advanced or Discover Scuba Diving course, you need to be medically fit to dive as indicated by completing the PADI Australia medical questionnaire. In some cases this may result in a medical being required. Please contact us if you require a copy of the medical questionnaire.
6. What equipment is provided for scuba diving tours?
Tanks and weight belts.
7. What rental scuba gear is available from Ningaloo Whaleshark-n-Dive?
By piece or by full equipment package the following scuba gear is available for rental: BCD, regulator with dive computer, wetsuits, and mask, snorkel, fins.
8. Is it required that I use a dive computer?
Yes, all divers must dive with their own dive computers, however you are welcome to also use your dive tables.
9. What is the recommended weight wetsuit?
5mm Steamer in winter (Jun-Aug) and 5mm shortie in summer (Dec-Feb).
10. What size are the tanks?
10.5 litre and 12 litre (75 and 88 cubic feet) aluminium tanks.
11. What is the standard tank fitting?
US style K valve. DIN Valves are available upon request.
12. My Partner is a non-diver, will they enjoy the trip?
Of course! The size and facilities of the Aliikai certainly offer a high level of comfort. Non-divers can enjoy a guided snorkel tour or just observe the day’s activities for the boat. There are many shallow coral gardens around Ningaloo and the Exmouth Gulf offering fantastic snorkelling.
13. Can I rent an underwater camera on the boat?
Underwater camera hire is currently not available, however we do have re-usable underwater cameras available for purchase through our shop for $50. A professional videographer is onboard for all Whaleshark Interaction Tours. A DVD of your day watching and swimming with whale sharks can be purchased onboard.
14. What will the weather be like in Exmouth, Western Australia, when I visit?
May to August being our winter, you will experience colder water temperatures and sometimes stronger winds. September through December sees the water warm up a little, generally clear conditions and light winds. The water temperature get up to 28 degrees in the summer months. During Marc /April the coral species on the Ningaloo Reef spawn, attracting much marine life to the area, including whalesharks.
15. When is the best time of year for diving in Exmouth?
May to August being our winter, you will experience colder water temperatures and sometimes stronger winds. September thru December sees the water warm up a little, generally clear conditions and light winds, the water temperature get up to 28 degrees in the summer months. During March / April the coral species spawn, attracting much marine life to the area, including the Whalesharks.
16. I suffer seasickness, do you have any suggestions?
Aliikai is a large, stable dive vessel –however, there is no such thing as a boat that doesn’t move! Our first recommendation would be to take a preventative medication such as Kwells. We have natural ginger tablets on board, but if you require something stronger we recommend that you consult your pharmacist. Take your medication just prior to boarding; don’t wait until you feel ill.
It’s also a good idea to try your tablets or patches before your trip to ensure you are not affected by side effects.
Please note all motion sickness medication will cause dehydration and we recommend that you drink extra water.
17. What happens if I am sick and can’t make the trip?
We strongly recommend travel insurance to cover you against this eventuality, as our policies do not allow for refunds on late cancellations.
18. What are your recommendations for flying after diving?
Ningaloo Whaleshark-n-Dive recommends a minimum wait of 24 hours before flying after multiple dives. 24 hours is a guideline only and for maximum safety give yourself as long as possible. Please Note - individual airlines have their own policies (48 hour minimum), so check with your air carrier.
Please Note - Individual airlines have their own policies (48 hour minimum), check with your air carrier.
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