Getting to the vessel
There are various possibilities from Singapore and Malaysia to join the vessel depending on the voyage schedule. Please check with your trip organiser for details.

Visa / Passport
Visa is mostly not required however please check with your travel agent to be sure. Your passport must be at least valid for 6 months upon arrival.

Time difference
Singapore / Malaysia GMT +8 / Thailand GMT +7

Language
English is spoken onboard our vessels. Malay language is spoken in the Malaysian Islands and Thai language in Thailand, however English is also widely used in these areas.

Health, vaccinations and safety
All participants must be in good general health and condition. You must be able to enter the tender boat, use the boat steps and also step ashore (wet landings!). Tropical diseases are rare to unknown in these islands. Please consult your doctor or medical center for the latest information for possible vaccinations. The islands are quite developed, it is generally safe and thefts are very rare. However we do not encourage you to bring your valuables onboard.

Preparing your voyage
Please remember that you may only bring maximum 20 Kg of luggage (excluding hand luggage) if you are coming by flight or fast ferry. Clothing onboard our vessels are casual and we suggest shorts, T-shirts, a long pairs of trousers for excursions, a sweater for cool nights, including waterproof jacket. For the land excursions, you will need proper walking shoes with a good profile (sport shoes), bathing suits and snorkel gears (also available onboard). Protect yourself from sunburns, bring a hat and sun-screen lotion.

You may be entering a protected Marine Park
Many of these islands are part of the protected Marine Park. The following ground rules have to be followed strictly. Not following the rules can lead to severe penalties!
- It is prohibited to disturb the marine life, it is not permitted to take or remove corals, stones, shells and other marine inhabitants.
- Spear fishing is a serious offence
- Do not litter into the sea, there are garbage containers onboard
- No collection of artefacts from wrecks and other underwater structures.

Electricity
220 Volt / European connections. Note: American guests will need an adapter for 110 Volt and a special connection (from US to European standards).

Telephone and fax
Onboard our vessels, it is only possible to make a phone call using our satellite phone system. Fax cannot be sent however contact can also be made through various countries radio station to be connected through our Single Band Radio. Most handphones can still receive signals while near the islands.

Changes in the itinerary
The Master and divemaster of our vessels has the right to change the itinerary if weather conditions, nautical and technical difficulties or instructions from the respective authorities forces us to do so. If we have to change the itinerary, we will do our best to offer a proper alternative that corresponds as much as possible with the original booked itinerary. With your reservation, you accept possible changes. These changes can never be grounds for claims or reimbursements. In case of force situations, strikes, war etc. we have the right to cancel departures without being held responsible.

Customised Itinerary
Our vessels offer voyages from 3 to 14 days. We operate at different regions depending on the season and the locations may be subjected to changes. Please check with our office or visit our website for the latest information.

For the latest information, please check with the office or email us at info@fisheyecharter.com