5 Doubts You Should Clarify About Scuba Diving in Bali
Bali is one of the wonderful trending holiday destinations in Indonesia. Its pristine beaches, rich marine life, and expansive coral gardens are a huge hit among divers. Scuba diving Bali as a water sport has a great potential to attract a crucial chunk of tourism. Scuba diving is a Stunning activity that can help you discover the magical realm below the surface. While more and more people are becoming interested in diving, this sport is surrounded by numerous misunderstandings and even plain-old myths. Unfortunately, those who have succumbed to these misconceptions are likely never to try their hand at scuba diving. What is more, even some well-educated divers believe and pass on these untruths and advice to others. Therefore, we have decided to explain some of the most common myths about diving safety, physiology, marine life, etc., and reveal the truth behind them.
1. This myth is probably one of the chief reasons most people are hesitant to try scuba diving.
It has originated from the fact that each diver needs to pass a basic swim test at the start of scuba lessons, that is to say, swim about 200 yards nonstop. Even though the distance may seem vast. There is no time limit diver may use any stroke he's/she's comfortable with it. The purpose of the test is to check whether you have basic water skills and will be able to swim yourself to safety in case of an emergency. You do not have to be an Olympic-level swimmer to pass this brutal test of physical capability.That said, diving is an active sport, so the better shape you're in, the easier and more enjoyable it will be good for you to participate in this pastime. Try to stay healthy and maintain at least an average fitness level to get the most out of scuba.
2. Another myth is that you have to buy a lot of expensive gear to start learnings.
Indeed, scuba diving is an equipment-in-depth sport, but you don’t need to buy any of the gear to start the lessons. The majority of drivers prefer to have their masks, snorkel, and fins. These items are personal and need to fit well to feel comfortable underwater. They are very inexpensive and can improve as funds allow. Rest of the gear, you can continue to use rental services until you are serious enough about diving to purchase your own set.
3. Most people presume that it’s only for super-fit people.
Kids from 12 years upwards can learn to dive. If you have a critical condition that you visit your doctor about, you will already know if scuba diving is safe for you or not. If you worry that you may not be fit to dive, visit your doctor to be sure is the best way to find out. Lung function and cardiac stress tests are for older people or those with asthma, pulmonary fibrosis, cystic fibrosis, and COPD who would like to learn to dive.
4. Your guide/instructor/buddy is responsible for your safety.
It’s right that you and your dive buddy/guide are supposed to help each other, and look out for each other, subsequently, you are the one responsible for your safety. Well, there is required to be a self-sufficient, skilled, and sensible diver. It’s stunning how frequent divers follow their guides or more experienced companions. Even they are not asking such simple questions as where they are going or how long they plan to stay. Before going into the water, make sure that you have done proper dive planning, discussed it with your buddy, and know your dive objective, emergency procedures, time, etc. Once again, in most cases, your fellow divers, guides, and boat crew will do everything to keep all divers out of danger and feel comfortable.Yet, the ultimate responsibility for your safety is on you.
5. People have a myth that they will get lost underwater and the dive boat will leave without them (at this point, the sharks will get).
The myth about sharks, this scary story has been fuelled by the movie industry and is very unlikely to happen in reality One of the first things, you need to do while preparing for the dive is to choose a dive buddy. You and your buddy will work together to orient yourselves and generally look out for one another. What is more, novice divers usually dive with a guide or in a group. This method can be sure that they will never get lost. Lastly, the boat crew always does a head count before and after each dive. The chances of being left all the back in the middle of the ocean are pretty slim.
