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[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.17.3″ _module_preset=”default” positioning=”absolute” position_origin_a=”bottom_center” vertical_offset=”-1px” width=”100%” max_width=”100%” custom_padding=”||0px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.17.3″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.thehappyhippodiving.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/therapy-17.png” title_text=”therapy 17″ force_fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”4.17.3″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”FAQ” _builder_version=”4.17.3″ _module_preset=”default” top_divider_flip=”horizontal” collapsed=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row custom_padding_last_edited=”on|phone” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_stops=”rgba(249,249,249,0.98) 45%|rgba(229,232,240,0) 80%” custom_margin=”-15vw||||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”-21vw||||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”||||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”off|desktop” custom_padding=”80px|80px|80px|80px|true|true” custom_padding_tablet=”30px|20px|30px|20px|true|true” custom_padding_phone=”20px|0px|20px|0px|true|true” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.17.3″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_accordion open_toggle_text_color=”#22434A” open_toggle_background_color=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” closed_toggle_background_color=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” toggle_icon=”P||divi||400″ icon_color=”#22434A” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” toggle_text_color=”#22434A” toggle_font=”Inter|700|||||||” toggle_font_size=”22px” toggle_line_height=”1.2em” body_font=”Inter||||||||” body_text_color=”#22434A” body_font_size=”18px” body_line_height=”1.8em” toggle_font_size_tablet=”16px” toggle_font_size_phone=”13px” toggle_font_size_last_edited=”on|desktop” body_font_size_tablet=”16px” body_font_size_phone=”14px” body_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” border_width_all=”0px” border_width_bottom=”1px” border_color_bottom=”rgba(46,91,97,0.2)” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_accordion_item title=”What is the water temperature in Curacao?” open=”on” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]The water temperature varies from 79 degrees Fahrenheit\/26 degrees Celsius in February and March to 84 degrees Fahrenheit\/29 degrees Celsius in September and Oktober..[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”With how many divers are we in the water?” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]The Happy Hippo Diving believes in a personal approach. All our dives are personal. For both courses and guided dives we have a maximum of 4 people.So it\u2019s just you and\/or your party. [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”What dive gear should I bring?” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]As shore diving is most common here, we strongly advise the use of open heel fins with booties instead of full foot fins. Although the water temperature is comfortably warm, we do advise wearing a thin wetsuit while diving.
\nWe advise against wearing gloves, as people have the tendency to touch the fragile underwater life. If you have your own dive gear it\u2019s great. Nothing feels more comfortable than your own equipment. But if you don\u2019t, don\u2019t worry: We can help you out with rental gear![\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Can we bring our non-diving friends\/family to a guided dive?” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” body_link_text_color=”#E02B20″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
It is your party. Be advised that not all dive sites are comfortable for those on shore. There might not be shade, facilities, or guides for the non-divers. But, do not worry, we can cater to your needs and choose sites where everyone can enjoy themselves. We do need to know this in advance so we can accommodate you. It might be a good idea for the non-divers to sign up for our PADI Discover Scuba Diving program!<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”What are the opening hours of The Happy Hippo?” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” body_link_text_color=”#E02B20″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n We only work on appointments<\/span><\/strong> so please contact<\/span><\/a> us in advance. We will facilitate you as best as we can.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Should I book in advance?” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” body_link_text_color=”#E02B20″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n As we cater to your specific needs, iit is highly recommended to pre-book as that is the only way we can guarantee availability. Want to dive today? Don\u2019t hesitate to contact us<\/span><\/a>, maybe it\u2019s your lucky day.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Are there any age restrictions to diving?” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” body_link_text_color=”#E02B20″ global_colors_info=”{}”]The minimum age is 10 years old. You can join a Discover Scuba Diving<\/span><\/a> or PADI Junior Open Water Diver Course<\/span><\/a>. There is no maximum age, as long as you\u2019re in good condition.
\nAlthough we do not offer the PADI Bubble Maker program, little kids from the age of 8 years old can start diving in very shallow water.[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”How can I pay?” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]You can pay cash or by money transfer to our local Curacao or Curacao bank account.
\nTo facilitate our Dutch\/European clients, we also have a Dutch bank account .[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”What if I haven\u2019t been diving for a while or don’t feel completely sure about my knowledge and\/or diving?” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” body_text_color=”#000000″ body_link_text_color=”#E02B20″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n