To make the most of your Whitsundays adventure, please bring the following:

• Small soft bag or backpack – No hard suitcases (limited storage space onboard)

• Multiple swimwear – You’ll be in and out of the water often

• Light clothing – Shorts, t-shirts, sundresses, and a light jacket for evenings

• Beach towel & shower towel – One for the beach, one for onboard

• Hat & sunglasses – For sun protection

• Sunscreen – Reef-safe is preferred to protect marine life

• Refillable water bottle – Stay hydrated throughout the trip

• Personal toiletries – Eco-friendly products recommended

• Comfortable footwear – Thongs/sandals for the boat, walking shoes for island strolls

• Camera or GoPro – To capture your unforgettable moments (waterproof if possible)

• BYO alcoholic drinks – Keep in cans or plastic bottles (no glass or red wine)

• Light jumper or windbreaker – Evenings can be breezy

• Any required medications – Please advise crew of allergies or medical needs

• Dive certification card/logbook (if certified)

• Current dive medical (dated within 12 months)

• Sea sickness remedies

• Reusable dry bag for electronics

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Tip: Pack light, you’ll be more comfortable onboard and moving between activities.

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BRING YOUR OWN ALCOHOL & SOFT DRINK POLICY 

SV Summer Jo welcomes guests to bring their own alcohol and soft drinks onboard to

enjoy during their voyage. To ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all, we ask that

guests follow the guidelines below:

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BYO Alcohol

• Guests are welcome to bring their own alcoholic beverages onboard.

• Please bring cans or plastic bottles no glass bottles or red wine permitted

• We do not supply alcohol onboard

• All alcohol must be stored safely in designated areas.

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BYO Soft Drinks

• Guests may bring their own soft drinks, bottled water, and non-alcoholic beverages.

• We encourage the use of reusable drink bottles to help reduce waste.

• Additional soft drinks can be purchased onboard if required

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Responsible Consumption

• SV Summer Jo promotes responsible service and consumption of alcohol in line with Queensland & Australian liquor laws.

• Our crew reserves the right to restrict alcohol consumption if behaviour becomes unsafe or disruptive to other guests.

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Alcohol & Diving – Legal Safety Requirements

• It is illegal and unsafe to scuba dive under the influence of alcohol.

• Guests must not consume any alcohol before participating in water activities a dive – this includes dives scheduled later in the same day.

• A minimum 8-hour alcohol-free period is required before diving. This is in accordance with the Australian Standard for Recreational Scuba Diving, which is based on safe blood alcohol levels for underwater activities. If a guest has consumed alcohol within the prohibited period before diving, they will not be permitted to dive and no refund will be given for missed dives.

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Crew Discretion & Safety

• The Skipper and crew have full discretion to cease alcohol service or consumption at any time to ensure guest safety and compliance with maritime regulations.

• Any behaviour that risks the safety or comfort of others may result in alcohol being confiscated for the remainder of the trip.