Description
Boat
Palausport is a 38.35 meters long, 7.5 meters wide professional steel-hulled dive liveaboard yacht, with twin engine, designed specifically to cater to scuba divers. It was launched in 1990, during the past years, it has been upgraded and reconstructed few times, just to ensure the comfort and saftey.
Palausport has three decks for guests, giving ample space to gear up at their individual dive stations at the main deck, while they can dine and entertain in the lounge and dining area, or simply relax under the sun on the top deck, with its lounge beds.
The indoor saloon and dining area are located on the main deck, the restaurant offers 3 buffet meals per day with Japanese, Western, Chinese dishes. And an extra afternoon Tea with homemade cakes, sandwiches will be provided everyday during the cruise.
Cabin
Palausport has 12 guest cabins, it can welcome up to 24 divers per trip :
All cabins are air-conditioned, with ocean-view windows, private bathrooms (soap & hair dryer), reading light, storage area.
9 Twin Cabins :
Located on the main deck, with two single bunk beds, small windows.
3 Suite Cabins :
Located on the main deck, with one double bed, small windows.
Diving
- 3 dives per day + alternating additional sunset/night dives.
- No night dives are allowed in the Tubbataha Marine Park.
- No dive on the embarkation and disembarkation day.
- Only 1 - 2 dives will be provided on the last diving day.
- All diving will provide experienced guide to lead the dive.
Other Informations
- Nitrox：Available with additional charge
- 15L Tanks：Available with additional charge
- REBREATHER Dive：Not available at the moment
- Technical Dive：Not available at the moment yet
- Dive Equipment Rental：Available, rate on request
- Dive insurance：Divers must have valid dive insurance
- Wi-Fi Internet：Available with additional charge
- Laundry Service：Not available at the moment yet
- Massage Service：Available with additional charge
- Payment on board：Cash (USD) and credit cards
- Crew Number：10 plus, include 2 dive guides
Itineraries
Tubbataha - 7D/6N REGULAR TRIP
DAY 1
Depart for Puerto Princesa City. Transfer to Puerto Princesa pier (10 min. ride). Embarkation on Palau Sport by 3:00PM latest. Dinner aboard and depart for Tubbataha, National Marine Park at 5:00PM.
Day 2
4 DIVES at Jeazy Beazley Reef. Dive sites: South Park, North End corner, Malayan Wreck, Wall Street.
Day 3
4 DIVES at Tubbataha Reef North Atoll. Dive sites: Shark Airport, Washing Machine, Terraces, North East Corner.
Day 4
4 DIVES at Tubbataha Reef South Atoll. Dive sites: Black Rock, Black Rock Corner, Sea Fan Alley, Ko-Ok.
Day 5
4 DIVES at Tubbataha Reef North Atoll. Dive sites: Shark Airport, Wall Street, Terraces, Malayan Wreck.
Day 6
2 DIVES at Tubbataha Reef South Atoll. Dive sites: The Anchor, T-Wreck. Sail to Puerto Princessa at 1:30pm, arrive at Puerto Princessa around 9:00pm.
Day 7
Breakfast. Disembark around 9:00AM.
Point of Embarkation and Disembarkation is at Puerto Princessa Palawan (PPS).
As part of your package, you are entitled to free land transfers on embarkation day only from your hotel in Puerto Princessa (if you will be staying a day or two prior embarkation day) or from Puerto Princessa Airport.
Guests arriving from other countries who choose to stay a day or two in either Manila or Anilao Batangas prior to their embarkation may request for airport transfer service.
APO, CORON, BUSUANGA, BLACK ISLAND, GALERA, VERDE
Please contact our staff for detailed information.
More
| Destinations | Coron and Apo Reef, Visayas and Leyte, Tubbataha Reef |
|---|---|
| Facilities | Nitrox support, Sidemount Friendly, Camera Station, Fishing gear, Massage or Spa, Wi-Fi |
| Languages spoken | Japanese, English |
Schedules & routes
Prices & conditions
Included
- Transfers from airport and/or hotel to the yacht
- VAT and local taxes
- Full-board meal plan (including snacks)
- Complimentary beverages (water, tea, coffee)
- Diving activity (incl. tanks, weights, weight belts)
- Dive guide service
- Use of Kayaks or/and SUPs
- Land excursions and activities throughout the trip
- Boat accident insurance
- Cabin towels and complimentary toiletries
- Cabin cleaning service
Not included
- Domestic flights in destination country
- Marine park fees & Port fees
- Fuel surcharge
- Alcoholic beverage
- Soft drinks
- Dive equipment rentals
- Larger tank (15 L)
- Nitrox fills
- Massage/Spa service
- Dive insurance (mandatory requirement)
- Travel insurance (trip cancellation insurance)
- Wi-Fi
- Crew gratuity
Useful information
Coron and Apo Reef
Period : Liveaboards trips is possible year round. The dry season from November to June brings the warmest water and the best visibility.
Visa's : Most nationalities receive a 30-day free visa on arrival, Central Asia and India citizens need a visa before arriving. Please contact the embassy or consulate nearest you for more information.
Climat : The dry season is from late December through May, and the cooler wet season runs from June to November. Average daily temperature is around 29°C, and usually it ranges from 21/30°C to 25/34°C all year round.
Water : Average temperature is 27°C through most of the year.
Clothing : Light clothes and sun protection is essential while visiting, but a light jacket is good for possible cooler evenings, and rain covers for the wet season.
Plugs : Type A electrical plug most commonly found (but type B and C sometimes used) 220V @ 60Hz
Flights : International flights arrive directly to Manila, and Batangas can be reached within a few hours by car. And between Manila and Coron there are daily domestic flights too.
Currency : Local currency is Philippine Peso (PHP), other currencies can be easily changed at banks or money changers, and international ATM's are available. Credit Cards are widely accepted.
Visayas and Leyte
Period : Liveaboards trip can be offered from December to March.
Visa's : Nationals from the vast majority of countries, including all ASEAN countries, can enter the Philippines without a visa for a period not exceeding 30 days. Central Asia and India citizens need a visa before arriving. Please check with the nearest consulate of the Philippines about the most-updated imformation.
Climat : There are generally 2 seasons in the Visayas: the rainy season from June to November, and the cool dry season from December to March. Typhoon season is from July to October. Average daily temperature around 28°C.
Water : Water temps stay upwards of 27°C through most of the year
Clothing : Light clothes and sun protection is essential while visiting, but a light jacket is good for possible cooler evenings.
Plugs : Type A electrical plug most commonly found (but type B and C sometimes used) 220V @ 60Hz
Flights : International and domestic flights arrive directly to Cebu.
Currency : Local currency is Philippine Peso (PHP), other currencies can be easily changed at banks or money changers, and international ATM's are available. Credit Cards are widely accepted but when travelling to outer island it is recommended to carry sufficient amount of Philippine pesos.
Tubbataha Reef
Period : Liveaboards run trips ONLY from March to June.
Visa's : Nationals from the vast majority of countries, including all ASEAN countries, can enter the Philippines without a visa for a period not exceeding 30 days. Central Asia and India citizens need a visa before arriving. Please check with the nearest consulate of the Philippines about the most-updated imformation.
Climat : Average daily temperature range is 31°C year round. The rainy season is July to December (with the most storms generally in November and December) and the dry season is January to June.
Water : Water temperature averages from 27°C - 30°C. The hottest time of the year is March to May and the coolest is December to February when the water temperature may drop to 24°C - 26°C.
Clothing : Light clothes and sun protection is essential while visiting, early months can be slightly rainy.
Plugs : Type A electrical plug most commonly found (but type B and C sometimes used) 220V @ 60Hz.
Flights : International flights arrive to Manila, with daily domestic connections to Puerto Princesa.
Currency : Local currency is Philippine Peso (PHP), other currencies can be easily changed at banks or money changers, and international ATM's are available. Credit Cards are widely accepted but when travelling to outer island it is recommended to carry sufficient amount of Philippine pesos.
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