CANCELLED - Dive Flower Garden Banks in June

      Flower Garden Banks

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      SA SCUBA SHACK
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      14 reviews
      Jun 4 - 6, 2021
      Group size: 1 - 14
      CANCELLED - Dive Flower Garden Banks in June
      Flower Garden Banks

      SA SCUBA SHACK
      • Facebook verified
      14 reviews

      Jun 4 - 6, 2021
      Group size: 1 - 14

      About this trip

      *** DUE TO WEATHER - THIS DIVE TRIP HAS BEEN CANCELLED ***


      Dive the Flower Garden Banks which are located in the middle of the Gulf of Mexico, 100 miles away from land, and rising from the ocean floor are salt domes which house a gorgeous community of pristine coral and other sea life. It is a marine sactuary that was discovered by fishermen in the 1800s.  Due to the amazing color seen from the boats, it became known as the Flower Gardens.  You will see 200+ fish species.  Dive this amazing sanctuary with us on the MV Fling, a 100' liveaboard.  Weather permitting, you may get up to 7 dives in 2 short days.  If you have any questions, please call our shop at 210.718.0868 or email us info@sascubashack.com.


      TRIP LEADER:  Brandon Siebert

      Requirements

      * All divers, at a minimum, must be Open Water certified.

      * If electing "Enriched (EANX) Air" option, an Enriched Air Diver certification is REQUIRED.

      * Surface Marker Buoy (SMB/Safety Sausage) is REQUIRED on ALL dives.

      * All divers must print, complete and board with signed waiver.

      * For ANY medical conditions, a Medical Release is REQUIRED with a signed medical authorization.

      Refund/Cancellation Policy

      * The $200 deposit is NON-REFUNDABLE.

      * FULL refund available only if dive operator cancels trip due to bad weather or government orders stemming from COVID-19..

      * Payments received after deposit are non-refundable AFTER April 4, 2021.  

      * Cancellation by diver after April 4, 2021 will forfeit funds.  Credit toward a future trip is not available.

      * Course purchases are non-refundable after class has started and/or books have been written-in. 

      Continued Training

      During this trip we will offer limited courses at a discounted rate of $55 off the retail price.  What a great time to receive some additional training and obtain some specialties!  Adding Specialities under your belt will help you achieve the PADI Master Scuba Diver certification.  Check out the courses listed under "Available Options ".


      All courses will require bookwork preparation prior to starting the course by completing the Knowledge Review sections.  All bookwork must be completed prior to the start of the trip.  Please coordinate with the dive shop to schedule the academic reviews with an instructor.


      Course purchases does not guarantee specialty certification.  Student is still responsible to complete all bookwork and master associated skills.


      NOTE:  Some courses may require additional equipment rental or purchases.

      DAN (Diver's Alert Network) Insurance

      Diver's Alert Network (DAN) insurance is recommended.  DAN membership is required before their insurance products may be purchased.  Dive Accident Insurance is strongly recommended.  Become a DAN member here.

      Dive Operator's FAQs

      For additional details relating to the boat, rules and services provided - click here.

      What’s included

      • Food
        Warm meals, snacks and drinks (Lemonade, Gatorade, water, coffee and hot chocolate). Beers and sodas are available for sale. However, once you have a drink - no more diving that day for you.
      • Equipment
        Tanks and air fills are included, but if you want to take your own - they must be current on Visual Inspection and Hydro testing.

      What’s not included

      • Transportation
        All divers must find their own way to Freeport, TX where boarding takes place.
      • Weights
        All divers must provide their own weights. They are not provided by dive operator.
      • Tips
        Tipping is optional, but a good idea to tip those who have been feeding you, and those who have been taking care of helping you get in and out of the water.

      Available Packages

      Compressed Air

      This is the standard package which includes the tanks and regular air fills.  The Enriched Air (EANX) option, may be added to this package at a later time (if certification is obtained).


      Weights are NOT included and must be provided by divers.

      $685
      Deposit: $200
      Enriched (EANX) Air

      Enhanced package allows a diver to use Enriched (EANX) Air.  The diver is REQUIRED to hold an Enriched Air Diver Certification.


      Purchasing this option, without having completed the EANX course, does NOT mean a diver will be provided any Enriched Air tanks.


      Enriched Air Tanks and Fills are provided.  Weights are NOT included and must be provided by diver.

      $750
      Deposit: $200

      Available options



      Itinerary

      Day 1
      All Aboard!

      Boarding begins at 7:30 pm FRIDAY night.  The boat leaves PROMPTLY at 8:30 pm from Freeport, TX from the following address:

       Fling Charters Dock  702 West Second Street Freeport, TX 77541

      Who’s Going

      Your Organizer


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      SA SCUBA SHACK
      14 reviews
      We are a dive shop that is PASSIONATE about scuba diving and passing the scuba 'bug' to others. Our goal is to develop divers that are mindful of the underwater environment while continuing to cultivate additional dive skills. Our dive shop is customer based in seeking to provide the most positive dive experience through training, as well as dive travel. FUN is at the center of our dive shop and may be easily seen in our amazing dive staff and the many positive customer reviews.

      Reviews

      Capt Sam and his crew were incredible. The dives were amazing, and the food was always delicious.
      By MARK T for BAHAMAS LIVEABOARD on Sep 20, 2023
      Loyda always makes great trips, we had a fantastic time!
      By Gretchen E for 16-21 July 2023 - Summer Fun Dives on Aug 01, 2023
      We had a great scuba adventure, thanks to Loyda and Greg at scuba shack! In the future we will look to stay at a different hotel due to maintenance issues and food quality. Overall, happy customer with diving! Accommodations have room for huge improvements.
      By Kelly E for 16-21 July 2023 - Summer Fun Dives on Jul 27, 2023
      We had a great time. Even with a few set backs at first they were able to make up for it and the dives were great! I was a little nervous at first havening not traveled with them at first but I was pleasantly surprised. It was a great time and I would go again.
      By Elizabeth H for 16-21 July 2023 - Summer Fun Dives on Jul 23, 2023
      Super enjoyable. The hotel staff took great care of us even with them at capacity. The team at Marine World Cozumel was incredible and accommodated every request, we love those guys! Cant wait until the next trip!
      By Wayne F for Winter Wonder-Cozumel on Dec 27, 2022
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