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Frequently Asked Questions

What should I bring?

You can bring any diving equipment you may have along with any hired equipment, bathers, towel, warm jumper/jacket, snacks, camera and phone. We have a dry box on the boat for valuables like keys and phones.

All buddy groups require an SMB and Reel at most of our dive sites. If you do not have one or do not know how to deploy you will need to advise us at the time of booking and a Dive Guide may be required to accompany you/your group.

We advise you to take only the essentials and minimise large bags or items you don’t need on the boat so that everyone can enjoy the extra space.

Underwater Scooters are allowed on the vessel – if you are bringing a scooter it is always good to let us know.

What if the weather is not suitable?

We are constantly monitoring forecasted and predicted weather, wind and swell movements and we will notify you as soon as we can if the tour is cancelled due to weather.  If you do not find another suitable dive or date to move to we can hold your booking in credit for use at a later date or alternatively you can request a refund.

What if the weather is not suitable?

Sadly, No.  We must depart as per our schedule to ensure we get to the dive site for slack water and to also ensure all trips run according to our advertised times.  We advise all divers to be ready waiting at the pickup location 15 minutes before the allocated departure time to ensure a prompt turnaround of trips.

What if the weather is not suitable?

The skipper will advise on the day if the conditions are suitable for wreck penetration.  Only divers who have an advanced wreck certification or equivalent and are experienced in this skill will be approved.

Can I snorkel at the dive sites?

We have two snorkelling and diving sites on offer:

  • Popes Eye
  • South Channel Fort

We have trained snorkel guides in the water to accompany any snorkellers on the tour.  If you book online and wish to snorkel you do not need to hire equipment as this is included (wetsuit, mask, snorkel and fins).  If you are snorkelling only, please let us know via a quick email (info@scubabo.com) or call (03 5258 1188)

Can I freedive at the dive sites?

We allow freedivers at the following sites when conditions are suitable:

  • Popes Eye
  • South Channel Fort
  • Castle Rock
  • Lonsdale Bommies

Please note, freedivers must have a recognised qualification or certification in freediving level I or higher.

Freedivers must join the boat in a buddy pair as we do not allow freediving alone or with unknown buddy groups.  A float can be provided on the day if requested.

What do I need for Cray and Scallop dives?

A current Victoria Fishing License (you can order this online here (https://vfa.vic.gov.au/recreational-fishing/fishing-licence)

Crayfish Tags

Catch bag, torch, knife, gloves – all can be purchase from our retail shop prior to the tour.

Note:  You are not required to catch anything on these dives – anyone with the appropriate diving certification can join scallop drift dives and cray spots as an additional diving site to check out!

Do you service dive equipment and tanks?

Yes, we have qualified service technician’s on site at our centre in Queenscliff for any repairs, maintenance and annual services.  Our crew are trained in hydrostatic testing for cylinders.

Turnaround is generally 2 weeks depending on the season.  Feel free to drop in to our centre with your equipment to talk to our service team.

Note:  You are not required to catch anything on these dives – anyone with the appropriate diving certification can join scallop drift dives and cray spots as an additional diving site to check out!

Do you supply air fills?

Yes, we have a compressor on site at our Queenscliff dive centre and can fill customer tanks before and / or after dives

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