Know Before You Go

Where is Yap?

Yap is located in the Southwestern corner of Micronesia. It lies between Palau (360 miles) and Guam (550 miles), approximately 600 miles East of the Philippines. One side of Yap is bordered by the Pacific Ocean while the other side borders the Philippine Sea.

What is the time difference?

The current time in Yap is: 

This is 13 hours ahead of the U.S. East Coast.

Arrival Information:

You will be greeted at the airport upon your arrival in Yap and then transferred to the hotel for a quick check-in so you can go right to sleep. For flight schedules and information, please click here. 

Passports & Documentation:

All Americans traveling by air outside of the United States are required to present a passport or other valid travel document to exit or re-enter the United States.

All children are required to have a valid passport

All those entering the Cayman Islands who require a passport should ensure that the passport is valid for six months after date of return.

All Non-U.S. citizens should check with their consulate for up to date passport & visa requirements.

C-CARDS (proof of certification from your certifying agency):

Please bring your C-card or proof of certification. The Dive Master requires proof of certification before the first dive or any specialty dive. If you are a Nitrox certified diver (Enriched Air) be sure to bring that C-card as well.  

WAIVERS & APPLICATION:
Each family will need to complete a family application form & terms and conditions form in order to confirm their booking. Any credit card payments must be sent in with a completed credit card authorization form. Please note that Family Dive Adventures cannot accept any credit card payments without this form completed. We do not accept American Express cards.

Each diver will also need to complete and remit liability forms and waivers prior to departing for your trip. These forms will need to be faxed or mailed back to us by no later than 60 days prior to travel. Forms can be found on the forms page of our website. Each participant will need to complete the PADI Waivers for their specific course or program along with the Yap Divers forms. 

Be sure to keep a copy of all forms for your records. We do our best to ensure that all documents and waivers reach the destination prior to your arrival, however we highly recommend bringing your copies with you in order to prevent any delays. If you have any questions about the forms, please call or email us and we will do our best to help. 

Please note that a PADI Medical Statement and doctor’s signature is required for all courses.

INSURANCE:
Every effort is made to ensure that you have a safe trip. However, unforeseen circumstances can and do happen. We highly recommend that you have Dive Injury Insurance and we recommend that all customers purchase good travel insurance prior to departure. All payments to Kids Sea Camp are nonrefundable and travel insurance can save you a lot of money should you need to cancel. We recommend DAN Diver and DAN Trip Cancellation Insurance. Our referral number is 275458.

THE RESORT:

The Manta Ray Bay Resort is a full-service dive resort, designed by divers and built for divers. Each of our uniquely themed rooms offer air conditioning, refrigerators (upon request), IDD telephone, Internet Access and in-room TV and DVD player.

The Resort has all of the services and conveniences for divers and non-divers alike. Take a dip in the infinity pool and soak up some Micronesian sun. Enjoy a relaxing massage at the Taro Leaf Spa. Savor the delicious cuisine onboard the Mnuw at the Manta Ray Bistro. Grab a pint from our on-site brewery, Stone Money Brewing Company, at the Crow's Nest Bar.

DIVE OPERATOR:

Award winning Yap Divers is Yap's first PADI Golden Palm Resort. With Yap Divers, you can be assured of clean, pure air, safe diving, and a full range of instruction available from Open Water through Divemaster. We also offer a number of specialty dive certifications for those who want to expand their formal dive training, and we are home to the only place in the world where you can do the PADI certified Manta Ray Awareness Course. This makes for a perfect combination to enhance the Yap Island vacation.

The dive traveler is offered all that he or she could ever ask for in terms of dive experiences with regularly scheduled drift dives, wall dives, cavern dives and night dives, as well as our specialty - Giant Manta dives.

MEALS:
Breakfasts, lunches & dinners are included in your Kids Sea Camp package and are served onboard the Mnuw, an Indonesian schooner that has been converted into a very unique restaurant. Each morning breakfast will be served buffet-style from 6:45 am to 8:30 am. Lunch is served off the menu and dinners are also served buffet-style. Please let us know if there are special dietery requirements and we will do our best to accommodate your needs. 

BEVERAGES:
Water, juices and coffee are included as part of your Kids Sea Camp package and will be available throughout the day. Sodas, smoothies and alcoholic beverages can be charged to your room throughout the week, but are not included.

What kind of money (currency) do I need? 
The U.S. dollar is the official currency of Yap. We recommend that International visitors bring U.S. dollars prior to entering Yap. 

Can I plug-in my electrical appliances?
Yes, Yap uses the same electrical standards as the USA (110 Volt, 60 cycles). All electric outlets are American style. International visitors should bring plug adapters to convert to their appliances. 220 and 240 voltage is available for International visitors using this power system. 

REMINDER: ALL US PASSPORTS MUST BE VALID FOR UP 6 SIX MONTHS PRIOR TO EXPIRATION DATE TO LEAVE THE COUNTRY. AIRLINES ARE ENFORCING THIS

All schedules, itineraries and package inclusions are subject to change