How many diving trips are too many for a newbie?

[aeonflux10]

My hubby and I are trying to prearrange some diving trips in French Polynesia, but we don't want to book too many. There are some natural limitations of when we can dive (ie not w/in 24 hours before flying), any other advice??

 

[El Orans]

I discovered that it works best for me to take at least one day off before departure (to get rid of work-related irritations). Two dives a day can be done easily. Maybe more depending on your diving skills and general fitness.
I'd recommend taking a day off of diving after three days of diving to off-gas. And at least 24 hours rest before flying back.

Laurens

 

[kent_1848]

Definately do at least two a day. You can probably always sign up for more after you get there, but 3 a day plus a night dive or two thrown in can make for some really tiring days if you aren't used to it.

 

[dimitrik]

I just got back from a Cozumel trip that I booked through my LDS which included my OW checkout dives and 4 dives a day. I have to admit that by the last day I was pretty worn out. Even though I would do it all over again in a heartbeat, I would recommend 2 to 3 dives a day for someone who is new to diving. Like Kent said, you can always add more dives if you feel like it.

Have fun on your trip!

 

[DennisS]

Two a day has always been a good number for me, it gave me time to get out and see some sights. I always liked to do the afternoon dives because the sun was higher and I had time to relax over breakfast.

 

[aeonflux10]

Two a day has always been a good number for me, it gave me time to get out and see some sights. I always liked to do the afternoon dives because the sun was higher and I had time to relax over breakfast.

Sorry - a little newbie confusion

"2 dives a day" - does this mean two physical trips out to diving locations, or does it mean on the same trip out, going under once, coming back up after a little bit, and going back under?

Thanks in advance

Chantal

 

[DiveMaven]

2 dives means 2 tanks usually. I'll definitely echo the advice to do 2 tanks a day. Unlike DennisS, we prefer to dive in the mornings and have all afternoon to play. During a 10 day vacation, we usually dive 7-8 of those days.

 

[DennisS]

One trip, two dives.

Are you going to Moorea, I love that place. Bali Hai bar has the best hot dogs anywhere, they're on a baguette. If Chez Pauline's is still around it's worth it for lunch, go with the chicken, its free range and fresh, real fresh, old time Moorea. I imagine Pauline has passed on by now but her collection of tikis was impressive. The truck restaurants in Papeete are a lot of fun and surprisingly good food.

 

[UndrWatrDan]

Depends on the length of your trip. If I'm on a short trip of 4 or 5 days, I will do a 2 tank dive in the morning and a 2 tank dive in the afternoon plus at least one night dive. If i'm on a longer trip, I'll dive less during the day, either 2 in the morning and take the rest of the day off and then a night dive, or sleep in and do 2 afternoon dives plus a night dive but you can bet there will be days I'll do 4 or more dives.

Just remember to stay hydrated. The more you dive, the more water you need to be drinking, and start hydrating days before you start diving.

 

[toodive4]

Dive but don't over-dive. Enjoy the trip but don't push the diving part. Vacations are often missed by diving, diving, diving

K