5D4N Dive Trip @ Brunei
Brunei’s diving is not for the untrained diver afraid of waves and current as there will be elements of nature to handle.
However, no matter what the conditions of the day are, Brunei’s promise to divers is that there will be amazing coral reefs and super structures awaiting you down there.
Introduction
Brunei is famed for some of the best wreck diving and macro diving.
There are several World War II wrecks, each which has its own eerie history to tell.
The dive conditions in Brunei is not for the pampered diver expecting nothing but clear skies, flat seas and 20m visibility on every dive.
The conditions here are as unpredictable as nature intended it to be, there is no guarantee you’ll get the perfect Disney diving conditions each and every time.
On good days you may get 20m to 30m visibility; on bad days you may only get 5 to 7 meters visibility.
Pricing Dive Package in Brunei :
Fun dives start at about $B50 (RM151) per dive, excluding rental.
Equipment rental is about B$30 (RM91) a day. Locals with yellow, red or green Brunei ID cards get a special local discount.
4D3N, 6 dive packages at about B$500 (RM1,513).
Dive Qualifications/Certifications to dive at Brunei :
As most of the better dive sites go down to 20+meters, it’s best if you are a certified Advanced Diver at the very least.
However, Open Water Divers can request the dive center to conduct a deep adventure skill to certify you for dives deeper than 18meters.
Once you have this skill certified on your Open Water license, you don’t have to do your Deep Adventure skill again when you take your Advance license.
You could also do Padi courses, from Open Water to Divemaster here.
As the dive community grows, there are plans to work with the government to regulate the number of divers.
More importantly, there are plans in the pipeline for conservation efforts such as a Reef Check Brunei and NGOs to protect the turtle eggs.
It is definitely exciting times ahead for the divers in Brunei, and it’s a shame so many of us give this little treasure in our backyard a miss.
The dive scene in Brunei is an unpolished gem that is slowly getting its shine.
Dive Site Information
For example, Aussie Wreck is said to still contain the wandering souls of the 339 people who drowned along with the ship. At the US Wreck, a minesweeper that was sunken by a mine, you can still see bones and bullets scattered around the once glorious ship.
Wreck diving aside, there are also sunken oil rigs and beautiful reef sites. The oil rigs were sunk with permission of the government to convert it into artificial reefs. Steven tells me these sunken oil rigs has helped to protect the fishes against trawling.
When is the Best Time to Dive In Brunei ?
Brunei has year long diving, even during the monsoon season as Pulau Labuan protects the sea from massive waves.
The monsoon season is during September to February where the sea gets a bit choppy. Hence, the best time to go diving in Brunei is from April to August where the water conditions are at its calmest.
What's Included
Onboard shower and toilet
Tanks, weights and weight belt
Water, tea and coffee
Light snack after the first dive
Soft dive gear (full foot fins, wetsuit and mask) – requested sizes subject to availability.
What's Excluded
• Equipment rental
• 4 x AA sized batteries (if required for night dive)
• Airfare (if any)
• Taxes and fuel surcharges,
• Personal expenses (includes drinks, bills and tips),
• Travel insurance (proof of insurance required),
• Visa application and fees (if applicable),
• Gratitude for the Boat Crew / Guide
Dive Trip Requirements
• Valid passport and Visa (if applicable)
• Cash in Singapore or local currency (Malaysian Ringgit; RM)
• Personal Medication
• Travel Insurance (recommended)
• Able to snorkel/swim in the sea
• Minimum of PADI Open Water Diver Certification or equivalent (for leisure diver)
Equipment needed for the excursion:
Sun cream, hat, flip flop or sandals, swimming suit, beach wear, towel, camera
How to Get There
Brunei International Airport (BWN) is located in the nation’s capital, Bandar Seri Begawan. This airport welcomes international flights from around the world. It’s also possible to reach Brunei overland from Malaysian Borneo.
Payment Terms
SGD 100 deposit required upon confirmation of booking of accommodation and dive trip.
Payment payable once upon confirmation of booking of accommodation and or with dive trip package/s.
Equipment Rental
Rates (SGD)/ Per Day :
Dive Torch : SGD 10
Dive Computer : SGD 15
Dive Computer - D4i : SGD 30
Camera : SGD 35
Disclaimer
Estimated rates for booking, Exact cost of dive trip booking depends on each dive itinerary and arrangement package. Invoice on the payment details will be sent to your personal email account upon booking.
Includes Boat transport, and for each pax meal - Breakfast, Lunch and transport back and forth to your hotel or resort or hostel accomodation.
If you will like to book for the accomodation for a stay for 1 Night or more for yourself and family members or for a tour group etc. , please indicate for your accomodation booking, for the number of days/nights of stay here in Brunei, and we will arrange for you.
Subjective to availability.
An invoice will be sent to you via email on the separate payment charges for accomodation stay.
Applicable to local and foreign visitors :
• The arrangement of the sequence of the itinerary is subject to change with/without prior notice.
• In the event that the venue of attraction is closed to visitors, it will be replaced with an alternative venue if possible.
• May request for travel itinerary from us via email.
• During trade fairs or the peak season, accommodation stay may not be inclusive.
All dive trip/s are subjected to the weather conditions and change in itinerary.
If the dive trip unfortunately has to postpone or cancelled, there can be a request for arrangement for another dive trip. Subjected to approval and availability of boat charters.
Cancellation Policy
Any change in trip dates after booking confirmation will be subjected to SGD 100 administrative fees per change/s.
Full fees will be charges for packages cancelled or postponed with less than 28 days notice.
If you cancel less than 28 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, full payment will be non-refundable.
If more than 28 days, 50% of the package price will be forfeited with an administrative charge of SGD 50 Payable to the dive shop.
If you cancel at least 7 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is no cancellation fee.
If you cancel between 3 and 6 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is a 50 percent cancellation fee.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, there is a 100 percent cancellation fee.
* The timings are as estimated proposed. Diving trip is subjected to road / traffic / tide / weather conditions on the day of trip.
Additional Information
Confirmation will be received at time of booking.
Equipment needed for the excursion:
Sun cream, hat, flip flop or sandals, swimming suit, beach wear, towel, camera
All dive trip/s are subjected to the weather conditions and change in itinerary.
If the dive trip unfortunately has to postpone or cancelled, there can be a request for arrangement for another dive trip.
Subjected to approval and availability of boat charters.
Passport & Visa Requirements
Please check you have the required travel documents before booking your dive trip. Ensure that your passport has at least 6 months validity from your time of entry into Brunei.
