Bahamas Exploratory Trip
Oceanic Ventures and OVI Technical Training have been given the opportunity this fall to explore the Bahamas Blue Holes and remote dive sites aboard the New Bahamas Master. The Bahamas is known for Blue Holes/Caves and amazing coral reef systems. This trip is designed for rebreather divers and technical divers that would like to have a chance to be first on a spot for the Master Fleet and explore some of the reef, Blue Hole and Cave systems on the Freeport route. Recreational dives are also welcome and we will find sites appropriate for recreational depths.
Since this a short notice trip and we will be taking the whole boat: I need a commitment from 10 divers by May 12, 2018 to hold the charter.
Please let Eric or me know what questions you have about trip. For more information on the vessel and operations visit: https://www.masterliveaboards.com/bahamas/
What does the package include?
8 days/ 7 nights/6 days technical diving on M/V Bahamas Master, double occupancy, transfer to the boat, daily breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks, non-alcoholic beverages daily, cylinders, weights, and trip brochure and packet, trip shirt, and travel leaders, Eric Keibler will lead the group. This is a Technical Diving Location. Non-technical divers and OC divers are welcome but will need to plan for their own dive buddy.
Is there Technical Diving?
This goal is to explore some of the Blue Holes and other technical diving area of the Bahamas. These areas also afford recreational divers the opportunity to explore the shallower depths. That said, you may dive to your certification level with a buddy. Remember there will be no solo diving.
There will be helium aboard but it will be limited so open circuit divers please be aware that you may not have full fills on every dive.
May I dive my rebreather?
This is a rebreather friendly trip and using rebreathers is encouraged. There will be an additional charge for rebreather cylinders, oxygen fills, helium and sorb. Rebreather divers need to notify us as soon as possible to make sure the boat brings the sorb and cylinders to the boat.
What is not included?
airfare, marine park fee , hotels in transit if needed, tips for local dive staff, sorb, rebreather cylinder rentals, gasses, nitrox, meals and drinks, and shopping.
Fare?
2018: $3,200 pp double discounted for cash and Club Aquarius Members, Deposit of $3200 with forms to hold space. Trip insurance required unless paid in full at time of deposit. All funds will be refunded if trip does not make.
Note: Special Considerations: We will need a minimum of 10 persons deposited by May 12 to hold this charter. Room assignments is first deposited, first choice and given once we know the final manifest.
Are there any options?
- There are options for extending you stay in the Bahamas. Ask you tour professional for recommendations.
Available Dates
What paperwork do I need to complete and return before I am on the trip?
Travel Application & Forms
A complete a Cruise Application and Waiver Agreement by each person will need to be completed at the time of booking.
Please complete the credit card form and return it to us.
We require diving insurance for all participants and strongly recommend trip insurance.
All prices are subject to change until booked and ticketed.
As with most small island properties, cancellations are more of an issue so they have limited ability to fill unused spaces. We always recommend trip insurance to help avoid any unnecessary problems. There are no refunds for missed flights or changes in plans. Travel Insurance (ie: comprehensive accident, medical, baggage and trip cancellation and interruption insurance) purchased at the time their reservation is made, may help protect guests from financial disappointment if they are prevented from making their scheduled trip due to illness or family illness, or in the event that unforeseen circumstances prevent the airline or yacht from making its scheduled trip.
We require diving accident insurance. For your convenience below are links to Dive Assure . Both organizations offer Travel Insurance and Dive Accident Insurance and be purchased via our web site at https://oceanicventures.net/travel-insurance/. Both Dive Assure and Travel Guard have a family plan. Dive Assure is diving insurance and also has a travel insurance option.
Please review the other terms and conditions. Please remember, making a deposit means you agree with the terms.
Please plan to bring a copy of your logbook, c-card, and diving insurance.
As with all international travel, your passport Passport must have a minimum of 6 months validity at the end of your trip.
You are responsible to make sure your passport is valid for travel.
