From diving in the Philippines, you will have the chance to dive on boats called Bangka or Pumboat !
The pumboats are mostly equipped engined flat 4 to 8 cylinders. This is the origin of Japanese truck engines (Mitsubishi, isuzu, toyota ...) who are not from the mechanics Navy but amply fulfill their role.
The cruising speed is a bangka 10 to 20 knots in calm seas (15 to 40 km / h). In rough seas, the captain of talent is essential to balance the boat. The bangka however, did not design to handle a big swell, so it is recommended during your dives in the Philippines to choose sites where the sea is relatively calm!
The dive boats in the Philippines are generally equipped with side ladders, a tarpaulin cons sunburn, bench seating, lockers for bottles and diving equipment and toilet (for pee after diving :-)
They are nice boats to dive because they are elongated and have divers the opportunity to expand and relax between 2 dives.
The launch is most often strides bangka but some can also do a back flip .
the launch from a Bangka, keep an eye on balances, particularly in busy sea. Indeed, it is not uncommon for divers with the face mask and snorkel in his mouth, to total disregard of the boat and be on the verge of being hit by the shell or pendulums.
Be smart, with a little security will appreciate the more dives in the Philippines!
For your belongings, consider a waterproof bag or get one to your instructor or your Divemaster!
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