3 Night – Cod Hole & Ribbon Reef Adventure [Ocean View Standard]

If you are participating in scuba diving, you will be sent a medical statement form which is required to be completed at least 30 days prior to your departure date. The medical statement is included within the Diver Information Form and is avaible online. http://www.spiritoffreedom.com.au/reservations/diver-information-form

We cannot guarantee that a crew member will be available to dive with a junior open water diver on all dives.

Suitable for snorkellers and competent divers with a good level of physical fitness.Guests over the age of 65 are required to supply a valid dive medical.

Diver Health: If you are over 65 years of age, have a medical condition or are currently taking prescription medication, you will need medical clearance before starting a liveaboard dive trip. Please contact us for guidance.

Ocean diving is a fun but strenuous activity – reduced physical fitness or limited scuba diving experience may limit your ability to participate fully. Safety is our number one priority. If in doubt, we recommend a Scuba Diver Refresher course prior to your trip.

In the event the trip is cancelled due to inclement weather, deeming it unsafe to travel, the company does not offer refunds for cancellations for reasons beyond the company’s control (Force Majeure). Comprehensive Travel Insurance covering trip cancellation due to poor weather is strongly recommended in this case, particularly during the Australian summer months (November to May) when cyclones and high winds can affect our trips.

We strongly recommend travel insurance to cover you against any unforeseen eventuality, as our policies do not allow for refunds on cancellations within 60 days.We strongly recommend all passengers (divers and snorkellers) have evacuation and medical cover for scuba diving. Please be aware that scuba diving and in-water activities are not covered by all Travel Insurance Companies, and it is advisable to check with your insurance agent regarding your cover for scuba diving. It is important to note that in a medical emergency the costs involved for an evacuation, vessel relocation or medical expenses are the responsibility of that diver.

About the food allergy： When given sufficient notice, alternative foods may be provided to cater to Food Intolerance and Food Allergy requirements.Please ask regarding menu ingredients or to see food packaging if you have concerns. However, due to logistical constraints in regard to provisioning and limited food preparation areas, we cannot guarantee a 100% safe environment for anyone suffering from a severe food allergy (anaphylaxis), including exposure via cross-contamination or airborne allergens. All persons with a known allergy, especially those with a previous medical history of anaphylaxis, must travel with sufficient medication and a pre-prepared action plan to manage their condition. Risks include isolated itineraries and are not within areas of immediate medical help.In some circumstances, a person who has a severe food allergy may request to bring their own pre-prepared meals.

Due to steep stairwells, hatch combings, and a lack of accommodation on the main deck, Spirit of Freedom is not a suitable vessel for people with mobility impairments.

Smoking is not allowed inside the vessel or on the dive deck. However, there is a designated outdoor smoking area on the sundeck.

For the Thursday trip, boarding is from 11.30am Thursday morning, for a 12.00pm departure. The vessel is located at Trinity Wharf at the end of Lake Street. Taxis and coaches can drive up onto the wharf to locate the vessel, which is usually berthed under the clock tower.

Spirit of Freedom offers return courtesy transfers from all Cairns city hotels. If you are staying outside the central district, or at the Northern Beaches suburbs, you will need to arrange your own transfers. We also do not offer airport pick-ups but can drop you at the airport after your Spirit of Freedom trip.

Due to the fuel requirements for the light aircraft flight, guests on the 3-day and 4-day tours are limited to a total baggage allowance of 20kg (45lb) per person including carry-on luggage. If possible, please bring only soft-sided luggage, allowing for easier storage on the plane.

About flying after diving: Spirit of Freedom recommends a minimum surface interval of 24 hours before flying after multiple dives over multiple days.The last dive of the trip will generally be completed around 5:00pm the day before you leave the vessel.24 hours is a guideline only and for maximum safety give yourself as long as possible. Please be aware that skydiving or a trip to Kuranda or the Atherton Tablelands will include going to altitude. Please note individual airlines have their own policies (24 to 48 hour minimum), and you should check with your air carrier.

Upon receiving confirmation of your booking, you should check all booking details carefully and immediately notify us of any discrepancies.

You must keep us updated on any changes in your contact details at all times.

Should you fail to load in time for our scheduled departure for any reason, including medical problems, airline delays or bad weather, you will not receive a refund of your tour costs. The vessel departure will not be delayed due to your late arrival. You will not receive any refund or compensation for any unused equipment or in the event you are unable to complete the entire tour.

We will endeavour to adhere to the advertised itinerary, but reserve the right to alter the itinerary or cut short the tour in the event of medical emergency, inclement weather conditions, or for reasons involving passenger, crew or vessel safety, at the sole discretion of the Master of the Vessel.

A severe storm or named cyclone in the region may delay our departure or require the trip to be cut short or cancelled. If you are travelling in the cyclone season (December to April) you are advised to purchase, well prior to your Travel Date, insurance that covers force majeure events (being events outside the control of the parties, such as natural disasters).

If the advertised itinerary is changed or the tour time is shortened according to the above two clauses：We will not be liable to provide a refund for your booking, or the unused portion of your booking;We do not accept any liability whatsoever for any loss or out of pocket costs suffered by you, howsoever caused (whether direct or indirect), as a result of the cancellation or change to the itinerary.

In the event of a mechanical breakdown, you accept that we will only be obliged to refund fees on a pro rata basis, and will not be responsible for alternative accommodation or tours, nor will we be liable for any other direct or indirect loss, expense, inconvenience or disappointment.

You agree to accept that where we make a major change to your booking prior to your Travel Date, other than in accordance with clauses , our liability to you, if you are no longer able to complete the tour, will be limited to a full refund of your booking and we will not be liable for any other costs or expenses you have incurred in connection with your booking, including but not limited to additional trips, flights and hotels, or any loss or damage suffered by you as a result of the change.

If during the tour it becomes apparent that you have incorrectly completed the Medical Statement or our Diver Information Form, by omission or false statement, you agree that we have the right to prevent you from undertaking any scuba diving activities while on board our vessel. Any decision made in this regard will be at the absolute discretion of the Dive Master aboard the vessel.

To participate in scuba diving on our tours, you must be a Certified Diver. Where our trip requires any Mandatory or Recommended minimum dive qualifications and experience (e.g. Advanced Open Water) you will be notified before booking. You will be required to present the qualification card(s) and recent log book(s) upon check-in onto the vessel to prove your Mandatory or Recommended dive qualifications and experience. Failure to demonstrate the Mandatory or Recommended minimum dive qualifications and experience may result in you not being able to dive on the trip.

No compensation is offered if you should be unable to complete all offered dives.

We do not offer Learn to Dive courses, introductory dives (resort dives) or any form of scuba diving activities for anyone who is not a Certified Diver.

All divers must be equipped with a safety sausage, whistle and alternate air source (included in our Hire Equipment package) for all dives.

You must produce your Nitrox Certification Card if you wish to dive on Nitrox. Fills are supplied at a maximum of 32%. Your regulator must be compatible for use with Nitrox. We do not guarantee the provision of Nitrox and any payments for Nitrox only will be refunded should we be unable to supply Nitrox on your tour.

You must not participate in scuba diving or snorkelling whilst under the influence of alcohol or any drugs. We shall have no liability to you if you participate in diving or snorkelling whilst under the influence of alcohol or any drugs.

If any equipment or property belonging to us is damaged or lost we reserve the right to charge you to make good the damage or loss.

To participate in scuba diving you are required to agree to, and sign, our Discharge of Liability. A copy of the Discharge of Liability is included within the Diver Information Form supplied when your booking is confirmed.

English is the language spoken on board our tours, unless otherwise pre-arranged with us.

We do not supply child sized scuba equipment or wetsuits. Diving in ill-fitting equipment is not allowed and all passengers must supply their own equipment if they are smaller than adult size.

You acknowledge and agree that: You will be participating in activities, which are undertaken for the purposes of recreation and involve a significant degree of physical exertion and/or physical risk; You are aware of the risks of injury associated with your participation in this diving trip and agree to voluntarily assume such risk;The use of any equipment hired or loaned to you by us is entirely at your own risk.

About Image use / Privacy: You acknowledges and gives consent for us to receive and use Images of you from other. We may use Images for marketing and promoting its services. The Images may be altered, modified, changed, combined or incorporated into other works.You have the right to request access to your Images and to correction of those Images to ensure they are complete and not misleading. However, the passenger acknowledges that if the Images have been incorporated into marketing materials, it may not be reasonably practicable for us to make any changes to the Images. You authorise us to refuse the request to correction in such circumstances.

As our guest, you are free to enjoy your own diving style, within the boundaries of safe and responsible diving.As such we set no limits on time, depth or style of diving outside of normal safe diving practices. Spirit of Freedom does not offer a full guided dive service.Our Safety Divers are assigned to those divers who are at risk or to assist students.

Spirit of Freedom can accommodate a maximum of 24 guests during a liveaboard dive trip, and operates with a minimum of 12 crew members.

Spirit of Freedom provides divers with a mask, snorkel, boots, fins, tanks, weights, and weight belts. We also supply safety equipment including surface marker buoys, whistles, and Nautilus LifeLine Marine GPS. Cyalume sticks and torches will also be provided for night diving.

When is the best time of year for diving in Cairns? Diving the Great Barrier Reef and Coral Sea is great year-round! During Cairns’ winter (May to August) the water is a little cooler and offers great visibility and beautiful clear days, but sometimes can bring stronger winds.During this season it’s a great opportunity to swim with minke whales.

The Coral Sea reefs are not recommended for snorkellers due to the remote location and environmental conditions.

The dress code recommended on Spirit of Freedom is casual attire during the day and smart casual for evening wear. For safety and comfort we encourage shoes not to be worn on board.

Extra towels are available on request should you require them. We recommend you bring your own chamois/quick-dry sports towel for use after water activities.

About the shop: Spirit of Freedom has an onboard shop offering a range of clothing, souvenirs, and personal toiletry items available for purchase.

Australian domestic power standard is 240V @ 50 Hertz, with 3 pronged power sockets. 110V outlets are available in the lounge for charging your batteries and laptops. If your electrical appliances are not rated to use 240V, you will not be able to charge your devices in your room due to safety risks.

If you have additional luggage that you wish to have stored whilst you are on tour with Spirit of Freedom, we have storage facilities at our office at no extra cost. Simply advise the driver when they pick you up from your hotel and they will label your luggage for you.They will return your luggage to you on the day you return to Cairns. Please note that while all due care is taken to securely store your luggage, Spirit of Freedom does not accept responsibility for theft, loss, or damage.

All divers must dive with their own (or our rental) dive computers.

Do I need a Visa for Australia? This will depend on your nationality and you will need to check with the Australian Consulate regarding your country of residence. To find out if you require a visa to enter Australia, visit the Australia Government Department of Immigration website. The citizens of some countries are eligible for an ETA (Electronic Travel Authority) as an alternative to a visa. To find out if you are eligible for the ETA visit http://www.eta.immi.gov.au.

About interpreter: In accordance with Queensland Government safety requirements, we require non-English speaking passengers to travel with an interpreter. The interpreter must have a good understanding of English and scuba diving, and be able to accurately translate the safety and dive briefings. The interpreter may be a family member, friend or colleague, or paid professional translator. In all instances, regular rates apply to the translators fare.

During your time on board our vessel, you will be in close proximity with other guests and our crew. Should you conduct yourself in an abusive, inappropriate or threatening manner or in any other way so as to make yourself objectionable to fellow guests or our staff in and out of the water (this includes but is not limited to, following PADI standards and Spirit of Freedom dive procedures), we reserve the right to have you leave the vessel at the earliest opportunity or refuse you to enter the water for your safety as well as the crew and other passengers onboard. You agree to accept that the Master of the Vessel has the absolute discretion to make any decisions in this regard and the decision of the Master of the Vessel will be final.You will not receive any refund of your tour costs if you are unable to complete the tour.

After the product is successfully booked, we will send you a confirmation voucher. The main information about the reservation and the precautions for participation will be provided on the confirmation voucher. Please read it. If you do not have any feedback, we consider that you have read and know all the information on its confirmation.

As an intermediary agency, we are only responsible for making travel product reservations for tourists.

We recommend that tourists purchase travel insurance. Tourist product suppliers such as tourist attractions, hotels and transportation companies will be directly responsible for the quality, service and safety of travel products. We are not responsible for any safety issues with the products ordered.

In the event of an unexpected situation without insurance, we will only assist in handling it.

If the booking is forcibly cancelled due to the reasons of the travel product supplier, we will refund the full amount corresponding to the booking without additional compensation.

No show: Ticket holders who 'no show' without prior cancellation or notification are not eligible for a refund.

We will try our best to assist tourists to communicate and negotiate solutions with tourism product suppliers.

For some marine products (including but not limited to various cruises, whale watching cruise, etc.), the supplier reserve the right to arrange alternative vessels or make changes to itineraries, service timetables, routes and/or destinations. The supplier may cancel or abandon the cruise if they consider it necessary for weather or safety reasons and except as expressly stated in these Terms and Conditions, we will not be liable for any loss or expense incurred by the Passenger caused by such substitution or cancellation.

When visiting attractions or participating in activities, please strictly adhere to the instructions provided by the venue or staff. Ensure you fully understand the associated risks (refer to venue announcements or the safety waiver required for signature for specific details), cooperate as required to implement appropriate safety precautions, and strictly refrain from engaging in any dangerous behaviors during the activity.