FrequentlyA
skedQuestions:
Q: Can we choose our dive sites?
A: When you make a diving reservation you can request diving sites that you wish to visit,
but there are no guarantees for any particular dive site for a certain time. Dive sites
are determined on the day of your dive by the weather and ocean conditions.
Q: What is the visibility like?
A: GREAT! and I know you hear this from every diving destination, but on an average daily
basis I believe that we have some of the best visibility in the world, which usually
runs at least 100 feet (30 meters) year round.
Q: Do I need a wetsuit?
A: The water temperature is usually 80-86 degrees Fahrenheit (28C) year round. We suggest
a 3mm full wetsuit at the most.
Q: Do I need to bring weights?
A: No, leave your weights at home and save money on overweight baggage. Belts and lead
weights are available. Weights in 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 pounds can be had.
Q: What kind of scuba tanks do you use?
A: We use Catalina "Compact 80" cubic foot aluminum tanks. These tanks are shorter,
bigger in diameter and weigh a little bit more (41 lbs.) than a standard Luxfer
aluminum 80 cubic foot tank. At your request you can also get aluminum 63's, 53's and
50 cubic foot tanks.
Q: Do you have oxygen on board your boat?
A: Yes, we carry a DAN oxygen kit on board along with a large first aid kit in case of
emergencies.
Q: How far in advance do I need to make a diving reservation?
A: The farther in advance the better. There is equipment maintenance, days off, vacations,
etc. so if you wait until the last minute we might not always be able to serve you to
the best of our ability.
Q: Is there a recompression chamber on the island?
A: No, there is not. The closet chamber is on the island of Guam, which is a 30 minute
low level flight away. We suggest you do not push the limits and it is wise to have a
DAN type diving insurance.
Q: Is it okay for me to dive and fly if I am only going to Guam or Saipan since the plane
fly's at a low altitude?
A: There are no guarantees. We suggest you follow the DAN (Divers Alert Network)
guidelines in regards to flying after diving. The guidelines can be found here
http://www.diversalert network.org/research/projects/
fad/results.asp
Have a question? Send it to us and we will see if we can answer it.
Dive Rota, P.O. Box 941, Rota MP 96951
E-mail: mark@diverota.com
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