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Dive Adventures - Australias Leading Scuba Diving Travel Experts, Australia and Asia Pacific
 
Dive Adventures - Australias Leading Scuba Diving Travel Experts, Australia and Asia Pacific




Philippines Liveaboard Diving


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Philippines

 

Local Destinations

Bohol
Coron
Donsol & Ticao Island
Dumaguete
Malapascua
Moalboal
Palawan
Puerto Galera
Live Aboards

Liveaboards

• MV Oceanic Explorer
• S/Y Philippine Siren
• MV Stella Maris

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With so many islands and varied dive spots in the Philippines, live aboard diving is the ultimate way to experience what amazing natural and historical dive sites the region has to offer.
You will not only enjoy spectacular diving, you will have a chance to visit some remote areas and meet their people. Dive remote reefs and dive sites in total comfort and safety. Liveaboards allow divers and snorkellers to experience the full range of what Philippines has to offer
 

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Philippines Live Aboard Vessels

S/Y Philippine Siren

The 40 metre S/Y Philippine Siren is a custom built diving liveaboard yacht of traditional Indonesian gaft rigged Phinisi style with seven sails. Designed with the diver in mind, Philippines Siren features abundant space and luxury facilities for the modern diver catering specifically for the underwater photographer and videographer.

Philippine Siren offers 6-10 night trips diving the Philippines year round. In addition, there are Philippines and Palau Combo trips scheduled between June to August. There are four different Philippine itineraries taking you to the best dive sites on offer for the optimum time of year. 

 

The general schedule is:
Southern Visayas from Mactan - June to November
Diving Cebu and Bohol including Cabilao, Panglao, Balicasag, Pescador, Apo Island and Dauin

 

Southern Leyte - March to May Diving with whale sharks in Sogod Bay

 

Batangas and Coron - November to February
Diving Anilao, Apo Reef and the wrecks of Coron

Tubbataha Reef National Marine Park -
from Mactan or Puerto Princessa - March to June

 

 

 

 

 

 

S/Y Philippine Siren Facts

No. of Guests

16

Cabins

8 flexible which can be used as twin or double bedded rooms with personal computer, audio visual entertainment system, ensuite bathroom with hot water, bathrobes, hairdryer, towels and individually controlled mood lighting

Air Conditioning

Yes with individual temperature control in cabin

Saloon

with cocktail bar, 42 inch flatscreen TV and computer server supporting the inter-cabin network

Food/Meals

Ranges from European / western to south-east Asian cuisine. Special dietary needs can be met (advance notice required).

Beverages

Fizzy soft drinks, purified water, juices, herbal teas, fresh brewed coffee and local brand beer is included. Rehydration / mineral salts are available free of charge.

Electricity

Both 220V / 50Hz and 24V / 60Hz electrical outlets available. Please bring universal adapters

Photographic Facilities

Designated workstations for charging and maintenance of your camera / video equipment including preparation and storage areas; rinse tanks solely for cameras / videos; 20” high definition flat screen computer in cabin; multiple power sources in cabin

Decks

Expansive leisure and diving deck area, covered outdoor dining area

Communications

Emergency long distance radios and satellite phones

Dives per day

Up to 4 scheduled dives per day

Dive Guides

Yes

Courses

Full range of PADI courses including the latest courses available for the Poseidon Discovery MKVI recreational rebreathers (also available for rental to certified users)

Nitrox

Free Enriched Air Nitrox for all Nitrox certified divers

Gear Hire

Complimentary use of dive equipment (except dive computer and torch at additional cost)

Support Vessel

2 x high powered Zodiacs

Crew

Experienced, safety trained crew

Other Activities

Kayaking, fishing outside of Marine Park territory, snorkeling, massage service

Note

Laundry service available. Yacht Boutique on board.

 


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MV Oceanic Explorer

MV Oceanic Explorer, Liveaboard diving PhilippinesMV Oceanic Explorer is a full service dive cruiser with comfortable cabins, spacious and fully air-conditioned. Onboard are caring and highly experienced crewmembers.

They strive to make your stay an extraordinary experience. This vessel will move you to a great diving and let you discover diving Tubbataha Reefs in an Explorer way.

 

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Fully air-conditioned interiors, 12 twin cabins with ensuite toilet and shower facilities, 5 twin cabins with common toilet and shower facilities, 4 open-rinse showers on deck, entertainment centre w/ TV, VHS, Stereo, a well-stocked bar, library of books, magazines and VCR tapes, 15 experienced service crew, satellite telephone, large spacious deck, saloon, lounge, 220/110v service.

Specifications:

Length - 38.77 meters; 127 feet
Beam - 6.2 meters; 20 feet
Draft - 3 meters; 10 feet
Gross Tonnage - 136 tons
Hull - Steel
Engine - Yanmar 1400 HP
Fuel Capacity - 54,000 litres diesel
Fresh Water Capacity - 30,000.00
Generators - 2 X Yanmar 125 KVA
Service Speed - 10 knots
Tenders – 3 X 8 meters Fiberglass w/ 40 HP engines

MV Stella Maris Explorer

MV Stella Maris Explorer, Live aboard diving PhilippinesThe M/V Stella Maris Explorer is a spacious 36-meter twin screw, full service dive cruiser with ten (10) comfortable cabins for up to 16 guests.

This live aboard is equipped with all the comforts of home, and all the equipment a scuba diver could need for a great experience

 

 


• Fully air-conditioned interiors
• 10 Twin Sharing Cabins with ensuite toilet and shower facilities
• 4 open rinse showers on deck
• Entertainment centre with TV, VHS, Stereo, well stocked bar
• Library of books, magazines and VCR tapes
• Experienced service crew
• Satellite telephone
• Large spacious deck
• 220/110V service
• Jacuzzi

Specifications:
Length: 36 meters/118 feet
Breath: 7.4 meters/ 24 feet
Depth: 3.4 meters/11 feet
Draft: 1.8 meters/ 6 feet
Gross Tonnage: 247 tons
Hull: Aluminium
Engine: 2X MTU 8V396 TB93
Auxiliary Engine: 2X Isuzu 60 KVA gensets
Service Speed: 10-12 knots
Water Maker: 5 tons per day
Fuel Capacity: 35 tons
Fresh Water Capacity: 15 tons


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