You
know that ever since you became a diver, you have always dreamed about
diving the Great Barrier Reef
……..this is finally your chance!!
Join Sea Dog Divers "down under"
for an
incredible Coral Sea Expedition!
We
have reserved a block of spaces with
Mike
Ball Dive Expeditions for the fantastic new Coral Sea Safari early in
2007. Our "base camp" for the expedition will be the award winning
“Spoilsport” (a 100 ft long catamaran that is 36 ft wide and has a cruising
speed of 16 knots - a very stable home on the
water).
This seven night adventure will provide us with approximately 26 dive
opportunities including several night dives. I can tell you from experience
that you don’t want to miss a night dive on the Great Barrier Reef!! We
will likely see plenty of sharks, giant potato cod, napoleon wrasse, eels,
lion fish, giant clams, etc! This trip will be a photo - video - diving
extravaganza!
Here is a
little sample of our inclusive adventure to wet your appetite:
Dive Sites
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Enjoy Osprey Reefs 130 ft
visibility with spectacular plummeting walls to 3300 ft
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At North Horn swim with
giant potato cod, napoleon wrasse, moray eels, tuna and barracuda
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Witness Osprey Reef's resident shark population including
grey whalers, white-tips, silver-tips and hammerheads
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Climb "Cook's Look" at
Lizard Island where Captain Cook searched for safe passage through the reef
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Buddy up with diver size
fish that dive with you at the Cod Hole
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Cruise the turquoise
chain of Ribbon Reefs, north of Cooktown
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See spectacular coral
gardens with colorful fish & pelagics
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Spoilsport is Australia's
most "awarded" liveaboard dive vessel
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Twin hulls reduce seasickness
& maximize stability, space & privacy
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Twin or double cabins, most
with ocean views, daily cabin service
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Huge dive deck with large
camera table and unique entry/exit platforms
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Spacious: dinning room;
lounge; alfresco deck and sundeck
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Sensational chef prepared
meals and in-between meal snacks
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Complementary soft drinks and
Australian wines (with dinner)
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Enjoy your choice of hot
beverage with your early morning wake-up call
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Gear rental available
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The Dive Expedition is the “main course’, but for any who might decide
to stay a bit longer, you can always add some extra excursions while
“down-under”. As we get to
about the 12 month mark, there will be many opportunities to add
additional adventures & tours to your trip, such as……....a Sydney tour,
a Queensland tour, a Rainforest tour, Whitewater Rafting, an Aboriginal
tour, shore based diving, etc. More info will be available as we get
closer. We will be departing from & returning to port in
Carins,
which is in
Queensland (northern Australia) and a great town to explore.
And
remember, the seasons in the land down-under are the opposite of
North America
– that means the
months of Jan-Feb are summer in Australia!!
Based on the current exchange rate,
the
cost for the
Coral Sea Safari works out to about $1700 to $2600 p/p in US dollars.
Just remember that exchange rates will fluctuate a bit. Final cost
is based on exchange rate at time of final payment.
AUS USD (approx)*
Premium $3456
$2673
Standard $3116
$2411
Economy $2732
$2116
Budget $2252
$1748
There are a fixed number of cabins in each class, so send your deposit
early to get your first choice. Double and single beds are
available (subject to availability).
Cabin availability is on a first come, first served basis.
Solo travelers are encouraged to join us.
LOW
DEPOSIT WHEN YOU RESERVE WITH SEA DOG DIVERS:
A
minimum deposit of $600 will confirm you spot on the crew!!
Final payment is due September 1, 2006.
Space
& cabin choice is limited, so don't delay, join the crew now!!
For questions or to arrange a deposit, please
Email
Let’s fill the boat – invite your friends to join the expedition today!!