Clothing and other items
- Clothing picnic rugs, chairs, etc. must be clean and free from soil and seeds. Look carefully in pockets and trouser cuffs. Clean off any seeds and soil with a stiff brush and wash with disinfectant.
- Boots and other footwear must be completely free from soil. Remove laces and check under the tongue. If necessary, clean them with a stiff brush and wash with disinfectant.
Food and Water
- The International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL) applies to disposal of food at sea.
- Store all food in sealed, clean, plastic containers. Do not use cardboard boxes or plastic bags.
- Water must be transported in clean containers.
- Avoid setting down food and water containers on soil or other dirty areas before loading on to vessel.
- Do not take fruit or vegetables ashore that contain seeds, or nuts in their shells.
- Ensure that crew members do not throw garbage containing seeds into the sea when close to an island.
- Remove all rubbish created from an onshore visit and store in sealed containers back on the vessel.
- Bananas should be separate (not in bunches) and free from any soil, old leaves or flowers.
- Freeze any dry food (flour, noodles, rice, popcorn, etc.) for three days before the trip to kill weevils and other organisms.
Wildlife – Animals and Plants
- Carriage of pets/animals and plants on vessels is not permitted.
- Do not feed wildlife.
- Keep your eyes out for any weeds and pests and report to WGAC staff and Uunguu Rangers.
- Respect wildlife by minimising noise.
- Avoid interaction with wildlife and do not feed wildlife
- Be Crocwise
Fire
- No fires permitted at UVP locations.
- Uunguu Rangers conduct aerial and ground burning April – June each year to reduce wildfire damage and greenhouse gas emissions.
- Visitors please take note of fire notices published on Wunambal Gaambera website and avoid travelling during this time.
Human Waste
- MARPOL applies to disposal of sewerage at sea.
- Use vessel toilet if possible.
- If passengers or crew must toilet onshore, bury waste in a hole 15-20cm deep, at least 100 metres away from a creek or river, the trail and any sites of interest.
- Remove toilet paper in a ziplock bag and dispose of at port.
We wish you safe travelling and a rewarding experience. Biangaa – Welcome.