How can I book?
A: Booking can be done via email. Just contact us and we
will make the reservations. For most of the services we
require a 20% deposit. |
From where can I send an e-mail?
A: We have recently installed a wireless internet connection,
enabling our clients free web access from there own laptops,
within the College courtyard. |
How can I pay?
A: Payment can be most currencies, Travelers Cheques, VISA,
MasterCard, AMEX or Diners Club. |
What is the exchange rate?
A: At
present the rates are
US$ 1=6.2LE
; £1=11LE.
This is a guideline, for an accurate today rate, check
our Currency
converter. |
What
tanks do you use?
A: Our tanks are mainly 12L aluminium with International
yoke fittings. However we do have a number of 8L & 10L
for children. Together with a number of manifolded rigs,
inspiration dil tanks and a limited number of 15L steels. |
But I have a DIN regulator
A: No problem, many of the yoke fittings have removable
inserts for DIN regulators, we also carry a number of DIN
adapters that can be rented foc, but we ask for a returnable
deposit of US$ 30. |
How soon can I fly after diving?
A: The current recommendations from DAN is that you must
wait at least 12 hours after diving, with 24 hours recommended
after multiple dives. You could however do a DAN Course
or Emergency First Response, on your last day. |
How do I get from my hotel to the College?
A: We run a shuttle bus service every morning from the hotels
in the area. On reserving your dive trip be sure to ask
the pick up time from your specific hotel. |
What does a taxi from the airport cost?
A: The best advise is to use the transfer service laid on
by your tour operator. If you have to catch a taxi you can
expect it to cost 100le. |
How do I get a flight?
A: Check out our links page for some useful contacts.
Alternatively your local travel agent or Tour Operator
will help.
|
I am a vegetarian, is there anywhere I can eat?
A: Sharm is a bustling town these days with many varied
types of restaurant. Any diet is well catered for these
days. |
Can I go fishing in the area?
A: The whole area is covered by the Ras Mohammed National
Park and has to follow the rules of the park. The Park only
allows fishing from a moving boat which is at least 150m
from shore. Some of the boat crews fish on route catching
small tuna usually. |
Anything you want me to bring over for you?
A: Nice of you to offer! Most things can be bought here
but some things the staff miss, like: Jaffa Cakes, Bacon
and marmite!. If you are coming from Cider country then
a few cans would be much appreciated.
Please contact us for a more comprehensive list !! |
How do I get there from Israel?
A: The crossing point into the Sinai from Israel is via
the Eilat/Taba border. This can take between 20 minutes
to 2 hours in either direction. From Taba there is a bus
once a day to Sharm El Sheikh which leaves the bus station
at about 2 or 3 o'clock in the afternoon.
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What wet suit do I need?
A: In the summer a 3mm shorty is good and in the winter
a 5mm full, or a semi dry. See weather page for a temp guide. |
I am in a wheelchair, is this a problem?
A: There is a ramp into the College from the beach walkway,
so no problem there. On the jetty access is via a ramp and
the boats reverse onto the jetty leaving a small gap to
get across which the boat crew will help. On the dives most
guests come with a regular buddy. If you require a private
guide to help you during the dive we can provide one at
a cost of 35 Euro per day. |
Is there a toilet on the boat?
A: All the boats have at least 1 toilet with most having
2 or 3. |
Is the water safe to drink?
A: The water in Naama Bay comes from a desalination plant
and is of reasonable quality, however we would only advise
you to drink mineral water, which you need plenty of to
avoid dehydration. |
What about diving insurance/travel insurance?
A: Many tour operators can arrange travel insurance for
you before you travel. Please check the small print to see
that you are covered for diving and for a depth to around
30m (some coverage's only cover you to about 9m!!). Here
we offer two policies each giving a worldwide coverage for
one year. Check the
Diving Insurance
page. |
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