Wednesday, October 21, 2009
Procedures for Zodiac Excursions
To participate in shore excursions by Zodiac you must attend all Zodiac briefings aboard and ashore.
You may not board a Zodiac unless you are properly attired.
Dress in several layers of clothing, topped off with a parka
Waterproof pants and warm headgear are necessary.
Wear the rubber boots that we will loan you over two pairs of socks, when the Expedition Leader informs you that the landing will be wet.
Carry your small belongings in a backpack so that both your hands are free to hold railings and accept assistance when embarking or disembarking the Zodiac.
All electronic and valuable personal equipment like cameras, videos, binoculars etc. should be packed in waterproof bags and carried in your backpack.
You must wear a lifejacket at all times while riding in a Zodiac.
You may not smoke in a Zodiac or when on shore.
Accept assistance when embarking or disembarking, using the sailor’s grip, which will be demonstrated at the first briefing.
While the Zodiac is in motion, you must remain seated with your feet on the deck.
Keep your body, arms and hands inside the Zodiac to avoid injuries.
You can make a stable platform for photography while in the Zodiac by kneeling on the floor with elbows on the pontoon.
Other guests are eager to take photographs too, please make way for them, when you have taken your photos.
When you arrive at the landing, remain seated until the driver and over the pontoon, stepping or sliding off – do not jump.
Re-embarkation is the reverse of the disembarkation process.
Information from Quark Expeditions
