| Frequently Asked Questions |
01. What things should we plan on bringing with us to the boat?
02. My family loves whales, will we see any while we are on the water?
03. Do we need our own equipment?
04. What is your cancellation policy?
05. My son gets sea sick easily, should we still go on a snorkeling trip?
06. I know there are sharks in Hawaii, is it safe to swim in waters they inhabit?
07. How far in advance should we make reservations, should we wait until we are on island?
08. I am certified in SCUBA but my girlfriend isn’t, what boats can accommodate us?
09. What the heck is SNUBA?
10. I have twin daughters who will be almost 2 years old when we are in Hawaii, do you have any age restrictions? |
| Answers |
01. What things should we plan on bringing with us to the boat?
We recommend bringing what you would bring with you to the beach. Plenty of sunscreen to ward off the intense Hawaiian UV rays, an nice pair of sunglasses, a towel, and a coverup are recommended; everything else will be provided. |
02. My family loves whales, will we see any while we are on the water?
Whale season runs from mid December through mid May and although we won’t guarantee that you will see whales, they are pretty much everywhere. Ask your Captain where they have been seeing the most whales and sit back and be amazed by these gentle giants. |
03. Do we need our own equipment?
No, bringing your own equitment is not required, however, if you have your own special mask or snorkel, throw it in, just remember to take it with you when you leave. |
04. What is your cancellation policy?
For all of our snorkel trips, we have a 48 hour cancellation policy. Cancellations occuring within the 48 hour window are subject to full charges or cancellation fees. |
05. My son gets sea sick easily, should we still go on a snorkeling trip?
If you or one of your companions gets seasick easily perhaps snorkeling isn’t the activity for you. However, those who are feeling adventureous would be better suited to go on a large catamaran style boat. Give us a call and we will help you make the right choice. |
06. I know there are sharks in Hawaii, is it safe to swim in waters they inhabit?
It is very safe to swim and snorkel with the sharks because the sharks that you will see will be reef sharks. There are a number of different kinds of reef sharks but they only eat small fish. They are not always visible so consider yourself lucky if you get to see them. |
07. How far in advance should we make reservations, should we wait until we are on island?
We recommend making reservations well in advance because, like other activities in Hawaii, snorkel trips fill up very quickly. Also it recommended to make reservations before your on island for two reasons: it ensures that the snorkel trip you want to go on will be available, and it will also saves your time in Hawaii for rest and relaxation, not taking care of last minute details. |
08. I am certified in SCUBA but my girlfriend isn’t, what boats can accommodate us?
Suprisingly, not too many. This seems to be a nitche in the Hawaiian market that hasn’t been readily explored. Our favorite boat in Maui that can accommodate both SCUBA divers and snorkelers is the Pride of Maui. For the other islands, give us a call. |
09. What the heck is SNUBA?
SNUBA is a combination of snorkeling and SCUBA diving developed a few years ago and the best part is you don’t have to be certified. What they do is attach SCUBA tanks to floating rafts and then hook 25 foot breathing tubes to the tanks. This allows the SNUBA diver the freedom to explore below the suface without holding his breath. Many boats offer this service in addition to their snorkeling. Expect to pay about $45 extra to participate. |
10. I have twin daughters who will be almost 2 years old when we are in Hawaii, do you have any age restrictions?
Many boats aren’t set up to accomodate children younger than six, citing insurance reasons as their main hangup. Give our specialists a call and see what boats can accommodate a younger crowd. |
