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Will anyone meet me at the airport?
Archipelago can assist with all necessary dometic vehicle transfers to and from hotels close to Denpasar airport. When arranged in advance, Archieplago will have a driver waiting to meet any diver from their international flight, ready to transfer them direct to the hotel. For a small additional fee, Archipelago Resorts & Fleet can give you a VIP treatment service on arrival; this involves taking care of your visa on arrival, without any long queues.
What money should I bring?
Indonesia has ATM machines in all major cities. If divers want to bring cash it is recommended to either bring Indonesian Rupiah or foreign currency which can be changed at one of the many currency exchange counters. It is recommended that currency exchange is conducted in Bali or in Jakarta, as in more remote locations the exchange rate is generally lower. For divers bringing USD remember to bring high value bank notes - $100 - which will give a better exchange rate. It is important not to bring USD notes older than 2000. Traveller’s checques are accepted in some places, but are generally not commonly used in Indonesia.
What tax must I pay?
Divers will need $25 USD when you are applying for the Visa on Arrival at the immigration department in Denpasar International Airport. When leaving Indonesia an airport tax of 150,000 Rp will be requested in cash.
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Can I drink the water?
All water running through the taps aboard the Adventurer II is desalinated water. The vessel service crew will provide an ample supply of bottled aqua drinking water and recommend that divers drink at least 2 litres of water a day to prevent dehydration.
What presents can I bring for locals?
Children love books, crayons and pencils. Try to limit packaging since Indonesia does not have proper waste management. Another option is travel with some old clothes; give them away to the locals during village visits on any given trip, for the return journey, the empty space can be stocker up with souvenirs of Indonesia thus solving any luggage space problems!
Are there clothing issues to consider?
In the tropics; temperatures vary between 22 and 38 degrees Celsius. Sometimes it gets a little chilly on the boat in the evening. It can be nice to have a sweater to put on after a long night dive.
What is included in the price?
All meals and snacks aboard the vessel. Non–alcoholic canned drinks. Tanks and weights. Nitrox fills
What is not included in the price?
Visa On Arrival $25 per person. Alcoholic drinks. Souvenirs. Gratuities for the crew. Equipment rental. Airport tax when leaving Indonesia (100,000 Rupiah).
**For a full list of the inclusions and exclusions please download the Archipelago Guest Booking Policy PDF **
How do I pay for extras on the boat?
Any expenses incurred during the cruise (e.g. alcoholic drinks, souvenirs) are usually to be paid in cash, most convenient are either US dollars, Euro or Indonesian Rupiah. In 2008 Archipelago began operating a credit card machine on board, and so incidental bills, gratuity payments can be paid on board. |
