How not to spend during your open water dives + Similan Islands, Thailand
How not to get your PADI Open Water Test 1 – Submit your instructor will take place on the surface. 2 – while the operating face of Lie down and motionless, his breath. 3 – loudly proclaim that safety stops are for “woosies. 4 – See a series of paintings based on their algorithm is much better.” 5 – spitting and urinating in jacket form. 6 – Ask your instructor going on until they walk? “7 – Tell your instructor there is no way you can lift a cylinder with 2000 pounds of air it contains. 8 – When asked for the plan of immersion, hand over a wad of travel brochures. A whale of a time – Similan Islands and Richelieu Rock Cruises article by Doug Olthof whale sharks are the true giants of world water – may develop more than one bus (up to 18 meters long), but the party smaller organisms, plankton. However, the presence of these large fish is not always easy. Only 9 places in the world, all located in tropical waters, are now known to have predictable whale shark visits. Thailand is one of the few countries the possibility that the whale sharks visit predictable. Arriving in an unfamiliar place and ‘always relaxing in a warm welcome. As our cruise ship came to the Similan islands south of warmth came through over fifty dolphins jump and play in the dawn light, beckoning us forward and gives us an overview of the treasures that have been around these beautiful islands of the Andaman Sea in Thailand. Located off the west coast of Thailand, north of Phuket in Thailand are the famous Similan Islands. These granite islands with their beautiful white sand beaches and inland forests still very strong grounds for their journey to reach a cruise night in Phuket. But what really makes these special coral islands are wide and varied as they coast. And ‘under the blue waters of the rich that you can discover another world, inhabited by creatures so colorful, so beautiful and bizarre that defy belief. The jewel in the crown of diving in Thailand are often regarded as one of the ten best dive sites in the world and can be accessed by speed boat from Phuket or Kaow Lak, but to experience the experience the Similan islands, you have to board a Many cruise ships operating from Phuket. In this way, you can take in the variety of experiences for immersion, while becoming spiritually connected to the sea as your body adjusts to quickly adjust the boat ride under my feet. Our trip to the Similans started late at night Ratsada Pier in Phuket. As divers arrived on the ship from different locations, friendly staff helped everyone on board and quickly the task of creating and organizing equipment. Each diver is worthy of the name has a check, check and buddy-check their equipment, but have the staff to develop and organize all the equipment has turned what could have been a chaotic scene – with clothes, bumping bodies and regulators – an evening of relaxation first Board of Directors. About 23 hours after a quick lunch, we have implemented under the moon and stars. The crew lit firecrackers at the stem to ensure a safe journey as we motor into the night. Of course, there are those who are born to be at sea and there are those who need a little ‘training. The first night, for some, a bit ‘less comfortable, while others, like me, found the gentle waves rolling recall the cradle and was soon dreaming of diving adventures to come. The next morning, with joy at the sight of a large number pod of dolphins, the spirits were generally high. The sky was clear and calm waters had an incredibly bright and inviting shade of blue. As informed the dive master divers for the first dive of the day (“test” dive) on board the excitement becomes palpable. By peering side while you could see the crystal clear waters are teeming with life. After briefing and a thorough check of our equipment we were in the water and ready to begin our first dive. The first dive of a journey always begins with several minutes of uncertainty, even experienced divers have to get used to the idea of a new fish. But soon we were all back in our respective comfort zones and ready to start playing our role as guests in an underwater utopia. After an introduction to the breathtaking natural wonders that fascinates us in the coming days, we were stopped by a crew member in a small inflatable motor boat and taken back to our temporary residence at sea. We helped the water, freed of our equipment and, once dry, we found a great meal waiting for us on the upper deck. The trip was marked by a delicious meal by one. ships other than to satisfy the different tastes, with a portion mainly Thai and other costs of restoration to the Western palette, but all the boats in Thailand and is a country where food is a priority. This means that there is never a shortage of good food on the boats during the trip, we were always stuffed contently. Thus, the divers on board soon fell into an idyllic routine. An amazing dip was followed by a delicious meal. Others are scattered pore over fishing guide, take a nap in cabins with air conditioning or to compare the stories of the wonders beneath the waves meet. In the first three days we have seen many wonderful sea turtles, leopard sharks many big red octopus, frogfish strange, curious garden eels, ghost pipefish befuddling lethargic, four huge and graceful manta rays and a variety of fish such as Post a breath (well. .. not literally!). But the biggest treat came to us for the last day of our trip (and when I say more I mean that literally!) In the morning of the fifth day we fed our sea north of the Similan Islands National Park famous Richelieu Rock. After listening to the presentation of Divemaster, we wear our equipment when a diver from another boat with enthusiasm faltered was a whale shark in the region. The level of adrenaline on board immediately shot through the roof. She could not wait to enter the water for the chance to witness the adoption of this gentle giant fragile, the largest of all fish – up close and personal. I was at the bottom of the boat with my buoyancy control device and the tank is connected, chomping at the bit. Then, suddenly, in front of me, I saw a shape. A great form. w W – w – - whale sharks! I immediately immersed in water. The rest of the divers followed the example and God for a few minutes we swam next to one of the best products of the unlimited creativity of nature. When the gentle giant dove under us back to the Council whining, stammering, high-fiving and smiling ear to ear. Although I’m sure we’d all been very happy with this trip, although the whale shark had not appeared, we all knew it was a special trip that we all remember for the rest of our days. All that came from the rest of our dives in the day, we were satisfied. But it was not yet complete. We went to Richelieu Rock and instantly understood why many consider him the best dive site in Thailand. This is a feature that is covered every inch of ground in life. The smallest, most bizarre creatures such as harlequin shrimp, tiger cowries, sea horses and a multitude of beautiful nudibranchs are located next to the big dogtooth tuna, trevally, cuttlefish and schools end Laser Rifle. The list goes on. But as we explored the rock, that day we were in for another treat people. As we speak, I turned to see my dive buddy “face to face with another whale shark, the second much larger than the previous year. Cobia Followed by his agent, hesitation and a small school of jacks, this vicious creature huge back and forth in front of us for a full half hour! After our safety stop and return to the boat we sat speechless while the motor boat back to Phuket. When the sun began to dip in the western sky remained fixed our smiles on our faces. We really found the treasure beneath the sea treasures, in my opinion, more precious than gold and silver. And as the Similan Islands became Sheet horizon I scan the sea for our dolphin friends in hopes of providing a small “thank you” for their hospitality, but were nowhere to be seen. Maybe they were preparing to welcome their guests for the next group that I can only describe as “paradise.” While in Thailand, because not control one of the best three destinations in Thailand Beach Koh Lao Liang: http://www. andamanadventures. com / kohlaoliang. shtml Ao Nang: http://www. andamanadventures. com / ao_nang. shtml Railay / Tonsai: http:/ / www. andamanadventures. com / Tonsai Railay. “shtml
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