[SMALL-GROUP] SOFT-ADVENTURE SNORKELING to explore CORAL JUNGLE: the healthiest coral reef in Phu Quoc (max 6 – 8 pax)

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Coral Jungle Reef - the healthiest coral reef in Phu Quoc island, Vietnam

Explore Coral Jungle Reef, the heathiest coral reef in Phu Quoc Island, Vietnam

Duration: 5-6 hours - Departure time subjects to the daily water conditions Transportation: Speedboat Trip type: Soft-Adventure & Scientific Snorkeling Language: Vietnamese - English Inclusions: Hotel Pickup/Drop-off; High-quality, professional and clean snorkel equipment; Cold water; Fruits and Juice served at Beach Bar on Island

TOUR PRICE

(applied to groups of adults - from 15 yrs old)

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Tour information

MAIN CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION
TOUR OPERATION TIME: Oct – May
THE “CORAL JUNGLE DISCOVERY” DIFFERENCE?

INTRODUCTION

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OnBird is proud to be the industry pioneer to introduce a new term “scientific snorkeling” to snorkelers, divers when visiting to Phu Quoc Island and decide to gain a real snorkeling experience. We take external factors (including water conditions, lighting affect) into account to find out in the best timeframe in terms of water conditions, lighting affect for the snorkeling experience as well as to open our chance to visit the best spots in Phu Quoc Island.

The trip (maximum 8 adults and no under-12-year-old kid) is for those who would like to explore the healthiest coral reefs of Phu Quoc Island, a decent coral reef. This soft-adventure snorkeling excursion to go searching for the peaceful atmosphere of old Phu Quoc where we find old part of Phu Quoc Island on a touristy-avoiding route and explore the Coral Jungle Reef which is the heathiest coral reef with the highest coverage of coral (around 82.5%) across Phu Quoc Island and whole Vietnam. Read more about coral reefs in Phu Quoc

TOUR OPERATION TIME: Oct – May

THE “CORAL JUNGLE DISCOVERY” DIFFERENCE?

Professional & Scientific Snorkeling (Licensed Operator) with high safety and risk management
Water conditions forecasting (wave level, wave direction, water current, underwater visibility, locations) & Lighting effect are taken into account to maximize snorkeling experience
Specialized Snorkeling & Skin-Diving Organization
Smallest Group on the island & Touristy-avoiding Tour with 8 – 9 adults in maximum
Carter to all skill levels
English-speaking underwater instructors throughout your entire in-water time who are highly-trained and know the coral reef like the back of their hand
Ratio 3-4 guests to 1 in underwater instructor
High quality and clean snorkel equipment (anti-fog mask, semi-dry tube, open-heeled fins, floatation support devices)
Explore the Coral Jungle Reef which is the healthiest coral reefs of Phu Quoc Island, a decent coral reef which can not be seen on scuba diving
OnBird Phu Quoc is the only company on the island that organizes specialized snorkeling trips to discover featuring hidden coral spots, zonations of Phu Quoc which are discovered by our team
No under-12-year-old kids
No above-60-year-old gentleman & lady

For the purpose of environmental as well as marine protection, small-fishing with traditional reels and fish-feeding are not allowed in this snorkeling excursion (Why you should not feed the fish?)

Itinerary

IN BRIEF

Speedboat ride along Northern side of Phu Quoc
Coral Jungle Reef: Explore the healthiest coral reef of Phu Quoc Island
Half-moon Bay: Enjoy the old Phu Quoc atmosphere
Half-moon Beach: Enjoy the sunset drink at an idyllic beach

PICK-UP INFORMATION (Morning or Afternoon experience is subject to the water conditions)

Beach pick-up by speedboat (no surcharge) applied for these hotels

Green Bay Resort
Chez Carole Beach Resort
Fusion Resort

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IN DETAIL (Morning or Afternoon experience is subject to the water conditions)

Pick up from your hotel to transfer to the speedboat pier in Northern Phu Quoc

Embark on the speedboat ride along the Northern side of Phu Quoc Island

The speedboat ride along untouched Northern Phu Quoc countryside in 25 mins will help you feel relax, reconnect to the nature

First stop: a calm & untouched beach
Take a short training session and briefing and relaxation before snorkeling time, relax and get familiar with open water

Move forward to the snorkeling site: Phu Quoc Coral Jungle Reef

Explore the Coral Jungle Reef (one of the healthiest coral reefs left in Phu Quoc Island) with the highest coverage of coral in Phu Quoc Island (up to 82.5%).

Depth range: 0.3 – 9m depth
Coral & sea species: Table Coral, Cauliflower Coral, Mushroom Coral, Staghorn Coral, Octopus coral, Fiji Leather Coral, Brain coral, Giant Barrel Sponge, Sponges, Porite Coral, Cactus Coral, Cabbage Coral, Leaf Coral, Anemone…
Snorkeling time will be approximately 1.3 – 1.5 hour.

Hop on Robison Island (an isolated island) to rewind after snorkeling time

Robison island will be reached or not depending on tides. Sometimes low tide makes it impossible to reach the island. Instead our guide will spend more time snorkeling at the reef.

Get back to the last stop – a private beach.

Enjoy drink & fruits will be served at the beach in a peaceful ambiance

Transfer back to the hotel by car/ van

Optional: a Sunset meal by the beach can be arranged upon requests of all the participants with a charge.

Additional information

pax	1 pax, 2 pax, 3 pax, 4 pax

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TRAILER OF THE TOUR

What to expect

PRICE INCLUSIONS:

Hotel Pick-up/Drop-off by A/C Transfer
Spacious speedboat with only 8 adults in maximum
English- speaking Underwater-guide
Underwater instructor leading under the water in snorkeling time
Safety session for all participants before snorkeling
Snorkel gears (Anti-fog Diving Mask, Tube, Flipper) – all at high quality and sanitized between guests
Prescription masks
Life vest or Open water Inflatable Swim Buoy
Mineral water during the tour and Ice-box on the speedboat
Fresh fruits & juice with beach chair at a private beach

SURCHARGE

1.Surcharge for pick up outside Duong Dong Town, Ong Lang, Cua Can, Vung Bau area as following:

250.000 VND /Group: Sol by Melia area (Sunset Sanato, Sol by Melia)
300.000 VND/ group: Bai Truong areas (Novotel, InterContinental, Regent, Pullman..)
500.000 VND /Group: An Thoi area (JW Marriot, New World Resort, Premier Residences, Premier Village..)
450.000 VND /Group: Cay Sao Beach area (Jade Mountain, Naomi, The Pier resort,…)

2. Children policy

No non-swimming children under 12 years old is accepted in this tour
Children from 12 to 14 years old and under 155cm tall will be charged half of adult’s price
Children from 155cm tall: charged as adult’s price

3. Surcharge 150,000 VND/ guest of the tour cost will be applied on National Public Holidays (30/4; 1/5; 1/9 2/9), Christmas and New Year’s Eve

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NOTES & PRO-TIPS:

Please have a full meal before the departure to have enough energy and bring some snacks with you in case you’re tired on the tour
Prepare a long-sleeved swimsuit/ rash guard for snorkeling to protect your skin and also to minimize the use of sun-cream (read WHY)
We provide high quality snorkel equipment and floatation devices to use for the duration of your trip at no charge. You are also welcome to bring your own.
You could bring towels, dry clothes to exchange after snorkeling time
Bring water-proof camera to record underwater footage. Underwater photography by our guide is available upon request with a charge
In case of unanticipated bad weather elements, we will advise you to change the departure date or notify you to cancel the tour before the departure date.
Participants who appear intoxicated (read reason) before the tour may be refused service. In this case, no refunds will be given.
For a group/ party who contains more than 8 people, kindly contact us directly for further consultancy.

HEALTH & SAFETY

Due to the nature of this activity, it is not recommended for persons with impaired physical mobility or those in wheelchairs
It’s not recommended for those with medical conditions (high blood pressure, epilepsy, etc.), pregnant women, or seniors,…Please contact us to discuss more about your conditions, we’re sure to help you out.

SOME FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:

1. Who should join this tour?

People who are keen on corals (lost in the jungle of corals at Coral Jungle Reef)
People who want to see a fully alive coral reef (Coral Jungle Reef is the healthiest coral reef of Phu Quoc with 99% alive)
Stay in the Northern Phu Quoc area (save your transfer time, cost)
Feel the old Phu Quoc during the soft-adventure snorkeling

2. What if I am advanced snorkelers/ experienced swimmers?

As this is a group tour which is designed for all levels but if the group has little experienced guests we will spend time on them to ensure the safety for all. The group is consist of non, little, more experienced guests so please stay comfortable with our itinerary.
If you are really advanced snorkelers & divers please make reference to our Advanced Snorkeling & Free-diving Trip

2. Why this tour cost is higher than the others?

The tour is limited to 8 PAX only
Professional underwater guide accompany during snorkeling time

[SMALL-GROUP] SOFT-ADVENTURE SNORKELING to explore CORAL JUNGLE: the healthiest coral reef in Phu Quoc (max 6 – 8 pax)