Please arrive at least 30 minutes before start time to fill out the registration form and be fitted with snorkel gear

Please save the dates - 

Save both Saturday 27th February and Saturday 6th March in your calendar. This event is scheduled for Saturday 27th February but if the event is cancelled we will reschedule all paid participants to Saturday 6th March. If the 27th February event goes ahead then EMS will run a second Hallett Cove Beach Reef snorkel event on 6th March (with those on 27th February waiting list getting the first option to book tickets for the event).

Ticket price includes wetsuits and snorkel gear for adults and children. We have wetsuits from Adult 4XL down to size 4 child. EMS has limited floatation devices for under 7 years. 5-7-year-olds can participate if parents supply the child's own floatation device & supervision is one-on-one by a parent. Depth ranges from 2-4m. Trained snorkel guides lead the tours and are often accompanied by student or qualified marine biologists. All wetsuits are washed and mask 'n' snorkel sterilised between uses.

Suitable for children 5 years and above who are good swimmers. With a ratio of one parent to accompany and supervise two children. 

Please arrive at least 30 minutes before start time to fill out the registration form and be fitted with snorkel gear.

Groups will be broken up to match experience and family & friend groups on the day.

FAQ

What concessions are available?

Concession is defined as a Senior or Australian Health Care Card Holder who hold an Australian Government issues Senior Card, Pension Card, Repatriation Health Card or Veterans Affair card. For an overseas senior, Proof of Age Card or Passport showing age as 65+ years old.

Student is defined as any primary and secondary school student or full time tertiary and post-secondary students who have an approved photo ID. 

Where do I meet to take part in the tour?

EMS Snorkel leaders will have a registration table set up near Harbour Kiosk & toilet block at the start of boardwalk down to the beach  - look for the EMS trailer, marquee tent and banner.

Is there an age limit to enter the event?

The event is open to children 5 years and above who can swim.

What can/can't I bring to the event?

Bring your own wetsuit and snorkelling gear (if you don’t have your own snorkelling equipment we provide free of charge).

The name on the registration/ticket doesn't match the attendee. Is that okay?

That is fine, we will update at registration on the day.

Do you need to have snorkelling experience?

You don’t need snorkelling experience but you do need to be able to tread water and swim a short distance (at least 25m).  Larger groups will be broken down to smaller groups with similarly experienced snorkelers in each group - this allows more assistance to those who require it.

COVID-19: Advice for snorkel tour participants

 
EMS is committed to offering a welcoming and safe place for our snorkel tour participants, employees and volunteers.
 
In response to COVID-19, we are closely monitoring developments and taking action in line with Government advice to mitigate any risk posed to the community. At this time all EMS snorkel events have been cancelled until the end of June 2020. If advice changes, we will update you, our website and all social media channels accordingly.  Please be assured that EMS has always ensured any equipment used by our participants is well maintained and fit for purpose. The water we swim in is known to contain a large number of microbes, so ensuring our equipment is sanitised after every use is, and has always been, an integral part of our snorkelling operations.

As detailed in our Standard Operating Procedures Manual, all equipment is sanitised after each use. Specifically, 

-       Masks are treated with detergent or commercial de-fog spray before use.

-       After use, our masks and snorkels are submerged for 15 minutes in a solution of Milton’s Antibacterial Solution (Milton™ contains sodium hypochlorite and is advocated by hospitals and government agencies to kill COVID-19).

-       Wetsuit, hoods, booties and gloves are treated with commercial germicidal disinfectant Mediclean™ (effective against COVID-19) and rinsed before being air-dried and stored. 

To enhance your health and safety while participating in a snorkel tour EMS has undertaken the following safety provisions:

-       Increased our already strong equipment cleaning and sanitation measures.

-       Implemented a hand sanitation station at the registration desk and gear fitting areas.

-       Reinforced employee health and hygiene practices, including sending volunteers and staff home and encouraging those who are unwell to stay home if their demonstrated health symptoms could impact upon colleagues or participants.

-       Disallowing staff and volunteers from engaging in physical contact when greeting colleagues and participants.

-    Update our cancellation/refund policy to prevent attendants who are unwell with cold/flu-like symptoms.

-    Screen attendees at registration /entry for body temperature (infrared thermometer) and health questions e.g. have you had temperature or felt unwell.

We kindly ask anyone who feels unwell to postpone the tour until fully recovered, and we encourage you to stay up to date via Australian Government Coronavirus Health Information Line: 1800 020 080 and SA COVID-19 updates website https://www.covid-19.sa.gov.au/

Thank you for playing your part in keeping our community healthy. We are grateful for your understanding during this challenging time.