Destination: Turks & Caicos
Itinerary: Provo, West Caicos, French Cay - Turks & Caicos (7 nights) | From $371++/night
Turks & Caicos Explorer II Quick Pitch
The Turks and Caicos Explorer II is a spacious 124-foot luxury vessel operated by Explorer Ventures, designed specifically for liveaboard diving. Expect spacious and comfortable accommodations, high standards of diving and amazing all-year round dives in the warm Caribbean waters of Turks & Caicos!
Why You'll Like Turks and Caicos Explorer II
- Custom-built for diving
- 10 cabins for up to 20 divers
- Up to 5 dives daily & 5 1/2 days of diving each week
- Suitable for all skill levels
- Photography facilities
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Dive Overview
A Mecca for divers from all over the world, the Turks & Caicos Islands are known for their expansive underwater visibility, high-voltage wall dives, and the profusion of marine life of all sizes located within their boundaries. Discover 5 different black coral species, reef sharks, deep-water gorgonians, spotted eagle rays and more in the warm Caribbean waters of Turks & Caicos!
[See: Turks & Caicos Dive Travel Guide]
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Accommodations
Types of Cabins, Amenities and Photos
Turks and Caicos Explorer II Liveaboard Accommodation Details
Turks and Caicos II offers 10 cabins for up to 20 passengers: 2 VIP Staterooms on the Boat Deck and 8 Staterooms spread across the Main Deck and Lower Deck.
VIP Stateroom (LEFT) and Main Deck Twin Stateroom (RIGHT)
Turks and Caicos Explorer II Cabin Details
- VIP STATEROOMS 1 & 2 (BOAT DECK):
- The VIP staterooms 1 & 2 feature individually-controlled air conditioning systems, as well as a queen-sized bed, desk, chair, and private bathroom and shower. Forward of them is the expansive pilothouse, with access to the Captain's Stateroom.
- STATEROOMS 3 & 4 (MAIN DECK):
- Staterooms 3 & 4 on the main deck each have twin beds, desk with chair, hanging closet, wardrobe, storage, individually-controlled air conditioning, and private bathroom and shower
- STATEROOMS 5-7 (MAIN DECK):
- Staterooms 5-7 on the main deck each have twin/queen beds, desk with chair, hanging closet, wardrobe, storage, individually-controlled air conditioning, and private bathroom and shower.
- STATEROOMS 8-10 (LOWER DECK):
- Staterooms 8-10 are accessed via a circular staircase from the main salon; each includes twin upper/lower beds, wardrobe, hanging closet, individually-controlled air conditioning, and private bathroom and shower.
General Facilities
Turks and Caicos Explorer II Liveaboard Boat Features
- Air-conditioned main saloon
- Entertainment center with TV/DVD & stereo
- All-inclusive meals freshly cooked onboard
- Sundeck with ample lounge chairs
- Daily housekeeping
- Satellite phone (extra charge)
Turks and Caicos Explorer II Liveaboard Deck Plan
Turks and Caicos Explorer II Liveaboard Dive Facilities
- Nitrox
- Individual gear bins & wetsuit hanging area
- Rinse tanks
- Camera table & recharging facilities
- Ramp-style stair access to the swim platform
- Freshwater showers & bathroom
- Dive equipment rental (must be pre-booked)
- Dive courses (must be pre-booked)
Schedule, Rates & Availability
Turks and Caicos Explorer II Schedule & Rates
Prices are in USD, per person and do not include port/hotel tax and fuel surcharge.
[See also: Inclusions & Exclusions]
Inclusions
- 7 nights/8 days aboard the vessel & up to 5 dives daily
- 3 meals daily, except Friday’s evening meal &
- Between-dive snacks
- Towels, linens, etc
- Tanks, weights & weight belts
- Air fills
- Alcoholic & non-alcoholic beverages
Exclusions
- Mandatory: Port/hotel tax of $95 and fuel surcharge payable on board
- Transfers
- Crew gratuities (10%-15% recommended)
- Friday evening meal
- Travel & Dive Insurance (recommended)
RATES & AVAILABILITY
For more information on other departure dates, rates, and on availability email us at info@bluewaterdivetravel.com or call us at +1-310-915-6677 and we will gladly help you plan your dream dive vacation!
Dive Information & Itineraries
Itinerary Overview
itineraries run from Saturday to Saturday, and depart from and return to the Caicos Marina and Shipyard, Providenciales (Provo). Special Grand Turks itineraries (diving Grand Turk, South Caicos, French Cay and/or Salt Cay) are also offered on a full charter basis; contact us for details.
Sample Itinerary
Days aboard Turks & Caicos Explorer II generally involve breakfast from 7 am to 8 am (cold breakfasts are available for late risers), followed by two morning dives, lunch at 12:30 pm, two afternoon dives, dinner at 6:30 pm, and a night dive. Island shore excursions will be arranged when possible for those interested. Please note also that this itinerary is an example only, and will change depending on weather and logistics at the Captain's discretion.
- Saturday: Due to tides, weather, the vessel's size, and available facilities in Providenciales, the location and departure schedule of the vessel may change.
- 15:00 Guests may begin to board the Turks & Caicos Explorer II. The vessel will normally be located at Caicos Marina but may depart early due to tides or weather. If you are staying on the island, please check in with the vessel on Saturday morning to determine when and where to meet the boat. If you are arriving on Saturday, you will be met at the airport.
- 18:30 Dinner (snacks or dinner available for those arriving on later flights)
- 20:00 Captain's Briefing, documents, etc.
- Sunday: Provo's Northwest Point. Four to five dives, with night spent at mooring.
- Monday: Two morning dives at Northwest Point, followed by 2-hour trip to West Caicos. Three dives, with night spent at mooring.
- Tuesday: Up to five dives at West Caicos, with night spent at mooring.
- Wednesday: Two dives at West Caicos, transit to French Cay, three dives at French Cay, with night spent at mooring.
- Thursday: Five dives at French Cay, with night spent at mooring.
- Friday: Dawn dive and morning dive at French Cay, with departure for the 2-hour trip back to port. Afternoon at leisure; dinner ashore, with night spent aboard vessel.
- Saturday:
- 07:00/08:30 Continental breakfast
- 09:00 Depart the Turks & Caicos Explorer II. Should you be leaving on an afternoon flight, you may leave your luggage aboard for pickup later. However, cabs are very expensive and it can be costly to return to the vessel.
[See: Turks & Caicos Dive Travel Guide]
Other Information
Boat Specifications
- Registry: Turks & Caicos
- Boatmaker: Swiftships, 1975/1995
- Recommissioned: 2005
- Construction Material: All aluminum
- Length: 124 ft
- Beam 22 ft
- Draft: 8.0 ft maximum
- Displacement: 99 tons
- Maximum Speed: 14 knots
- Maximum Range: 1500 nautical miles
- Engines: 2 John Deere 6135AFM75 main engines, 500 HP each
- Generators: 1 John Deere Diesel producing 110 V AC/220 V AC, 100 KW capacity; 1 GM 671 Diesel producing 110 V AC/220 V AC, 75 KW capacity
- Fuel Capacity: 5,600 gallons
- Freshwater Supply: 2 Reverse Osmosis watermakers, 5,000 gallons per day total, 4,500-gallon storage
- Air Systems: 2 Bauer K-14 9 cfm compressors, electric, with cascade-type storage banks, located in lazarette
- Max Guests: 20
- Number of cabins: 10
- Number of crews: 10
Practical Information
- Payment Onboard: Credit cards or cash
- Currency: U.S. Dollar
- Power Outlets: 220 V & 110 V AC power (110 V AC 3-prong grounded outlets are available in all cabins and heads)
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