When the sun is out and all the works are done, it’s time to embark on a secluded diving holiday in the remote Komodo, Flores, Indonesia. The country is one of few countries in the world to make up the world’s Coral Triangle, and Komodo is just one of the best dive spot in Indonesia with incredibility rich ocean landscapes and brimming marine animals. And if you are into ocean exploration, the Komodo diving liveaboard would eventually come on the list. There’s no better way to enjoy Komodo diving holiday. No hassles of moving hotel rooms, finding restaurants around deserted islands, getting transports, and whatsoever. You will essentially be in a floating hotel that not only get you around best dive sites in Komodo, but also cater all the equipments you need for diving as well as providing the dive instructors.
Komodo diving liveaboard might be the best option you have for having the best of Komodo’s underwater. While most diving liveaboard passengers are descent, we have seen some divers that are just…not so cool. Some guests seemingly just forgot how to behave on dive liveaboard and cause discomfort to other people. Here we are giving some simple tips on being a good guest on liveaboard and having all the benefits of being one. Afterall, the vastness of the ocean should humbled you and help you become a better person.
Say Enough Thank You to Komodo Diving Liveaboard Crews
Many divers and holiday makers alike nowadays feel entitled just because they pay for the vacation. Remember; you are paying for their service, not buying them as persons. Each crews in the Komodo diving liveaboard—the dive masters, captain, managers, chefs, and waiters are all sharing responsibility to give the best for you. They are often under appreciated as guest are taking their services for granted. One of the best thing you can do is showing your gratitude by saying thank you often. Have you said it to the guy who prepare your oxygen tank? Do you thank the staffs who attend you? Have you been appreciative to the efforts made on your behalf?
There’s No Reasons to Be Abusive to Liveaboard Staff
Once again. Just because you pay for the diving liveaboard trip, doesn’t mean you own the crews. There’s no reason to yell or get nasty to get what you want. Be as humane as possible to the crews. They are the reason why you can see that cute pygmy pink seahorses or those majestic Manta Rays gliding on the ocean.
Remember the Crews Are Working Long Hours
Once again, the crews of the Komodo diving liveaboard you are in are working long hours to give you great experiences. Another reason to give them the respect they deserve.
Seek the Authority When You Have Issues on Komodo Diving Liveaboard
If you have a serious issues or complain, seek someone who has the authoritative to fix your problem. State your issues factually. There’s no need to put on a drama or accusing someone to blame.
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Ask Help Politely When You Need It
Being a diver in an unfamiliar dive site, you will obviously need help. And there will be a time you might get frustrated for staying in a confined space like Komodo diving liveaboard for an extended period of time. Restraint yourself from getting easily upset or yelling. Instead, tell the crews in calm calm manner if you need their help. Sometimes they’ll likely go out of their way to help—or even doing amazing things—to nice guest divers on the liveaboard.