8D6N Dive Package

8D6N Itinerary
(departs ex-SIN every Mon or Thu)

• Day 01 / Depart Singapore
• Day 02 / Arrive Port Moresby, transfer to Loloata, 3 dives
• Day 03 / Loloata, 3 dives
• Day 04 / Loloata, 3 dives
• Day 05 / Loloata, 3 dives
• Day 06 / Loloata, 3 dives
• Day 07 / Loloata, 2 dives
• Day 08 / Depart Port Moresby

Dive Package Cost

Fan-cooled room

• SGD $2,870 Twin/Double
• SGD $3,080 Single
• SGD $1,270 Child (02-12 years, sharing with parents, no diving)

Air-conditioned room

• SGD $2,930 Twin
• SGD $3,200 Single
• SGD $1,270 Child (02-12 years, sharing with parents, no diving)

Dive Package Validity

• Apr 01, 2009 – Mar 31, 2010

Inclusions / Exclusions

Dive Package Includes

• Return international airfare SIN/POM/SIN on Air Niugini ‘T’ Class
• Return airport/ferry transfers
• 03/06 nights in choice of fan-cooled or air-conditioned room in Loloata Island Resort
• 08/17 guided boat dives over 03/06 diving days
• Tanks, weights, weight belts
• All meals including tea/coffee & fruits

Dive Package Excludes

• SGD $150 Air Niugini surcharge for other non-Asian divers
• SGD $150 Air Niugini peak-season surcharge (for all international flight in Jan, Feb, Nov & Dec 01-15)
• All airport taxes to POM return (currently SGD $475 per person)
• Visa on Arrival @ PGK100 per person (~ SGD $56)
• Dive equipment rental
• Personal expenditure like phone calls, laundry, spa treatments, etc.
• Tips & gratuities for resort & dive crew
• DANS insurance is recommended
• Environmental & Safety Fees

Dive Package Validity

• Apr 01, 2009 – Mar 31, 2010

Enquiry Form

Please make your Enquiry using the Form below

1. First name(required)
2. Last name
3. E-mail address(valid email required)
4. Contact Number
5. Number of Participants
6. Preferred Departure Date
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The Resort

Loloata Resort

• 22 beach front units accommodating up to three (3) persons per room – (extra beds can be arranged for families). All units have ensuite bathroom and balcony.
• Licensed restaurant which serves either fixed menu or smorgabord meals and a fully stocked bar. Special diets can be catered for by prior arrangement.
• Conference facilities are available on the island.
• The Resort runs 24 hour 240 volt power.
• Fresh water is supplied from rainwater tanks and two desalination plants.
• Visa and Mastercard credit cards are accepted.

New room in Loloata Island Resort

Diving on Loloata Island Resort

Dive Boats

• Two 10 metre purpose-built aluminum dive boats powered by Volvo diesel engines. The boats carry up to 10 divers plus crew at up to 20 knots. Equipped with electronic navigation, VHF radio, life jackets, life raft, flares, oxygen, first aid and an EPIRB. A hot/cold shower is available for rinsing. Towels, refreshments and snacks are provided.

Loloata dive boat

Dive Store

• Rental equipment – Scubapro regulators and BCDs, Suunto/Aladin dive computers, masks, snorkels, fins and wetsuits. Torches and cameras are not available for rent at this time.
• Scuba equipment repairs and servicing to most common brands.
• Retail sales – BCDs, regulators, wetsuits, masks, snorkels, fins, torches and various accessories.
• A wet area is provided behind the Dive Centre for washing and drying cameras/videos and diving gear.
• 240 volt charging outlets available. These are Australian type sockets. Adaptors for UK, Europe and USA are available for purchase on the Island.

Dive Itinerary

• Boat departs Lolotata Island Resort Jetty at 08:00AM for 2 morning dives returning to the Island at midday for lunch.
• Boat departs Loloata Island Resort Jetty at 02:00PM for one afternoon dive returning to the Island at around 04:30PM
• Night dives are available on request.

Non-Diving Activities

• Snorkeling
• Line fishing
• Volleyball
• Table Tennis
• Beachwalks
• Bushwalks
• Sightseeing Tours
• Artifact Shopping Trips in and around Port Moresby

View from new rooms

Inclusions / Exclusions

Dive Package Includes

• Return International economy-class airfare on Air Niugini ‘T’ Class: SIN/POM/SIN
• Return Domestic economy-class airfare on Air Niugini ‘T’ Class: POM/KVG/POM
• Return airport/boat transfers
• 05 nights accommodation in Lissnung Island Resort
• 01 night accommodation in Loloata Island Resort
• 12 guided boat dives over 04 diving days; additional dives from S$80 per dive
• Free shore diving at House Reef up to 18:00 hours
• Tanks, weights, weight belts
• All meals

Dive Package Excludes

• SGD $150 Air Niugini surcharge for other non-Asian divers
• SGD $150 Air Niugini peak-season surcharge (for all international flight in Jan, Feb, Nov & Dec 01-15)
• All airport taxes to KVG return (currently S$580 per person)
• Visa on Arrival @ PGK100 per person (~ SGD $56)
• Pre & Post tour accommodation, meals, optional tours, etc.
• Dive equipment rental @ USD $20 per person per day
• Personal expenditure like phone calls, laundry, spa treatments, etc.
• Tips & gratuities for resort & dive crew
• DANS insurance is mandatory
• Environmental & Safety Fees

Dive Package Validity

• Apr 01, 2009 – Mar 31, 2010

Enquiry Form

Please make your Enquiry using the Form below

1. First name(required)
2. Last name
3. E-mail address(valid email required)
4. Contact Number
5. Number of Participants
6. Preferred Departure Date
7. Message
8. Ten minus five equals
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The Resort

Itinerary ex-Singapore

Day 01 / Thu / Singapore – Port Moresby
Day 02 / Fri / Arrive POM, fly to Kavieng, transfer to Lissenung Island Resort, 2 dives
Day 03 / Sat / Lissenung Island Resort, 3 dives
Day 04 / Sun / Lissenung Island Resort, 3 dives
Day 05 / Mon / Lissenung Island Resort, 3 dives
Day 06 / Tue / Lissenung Island Resort, 1 dive
Day 07 / Wed / Lissenung – POM, stay Loloata Island Resort
Day 08 / Thu / Loloata – Port Moresby – Singapore

Air Niugini Flight Schedules ex-Singapore
(2 flights a week from Singapore to Port Moresby on Mon & Thu; flight schedules are subject to change without prior notice)

• Thu PX393 SIN/POM 2055/0525 (arrive POM following day, Friday)
• Fri PX270 POM/KVG 0905/1035
• Wed PX227 KVG/POM 1105/1440
• Thu PX392 POM/SIN 1525/1945 (depart POM on Thursday)

Lissenung Island Accommodation
Consists of 4 bungalows, 3 with 2 rooms, the other with single room. The bungalows are spread out to give guests maximum privacy.

The rooms are simple but comfortable with a ceiling fan, fly screens and mosquito net. Rooms 5 & 6 have their own ensuite bathroom each, with toilet, basin and shower. For the other rooms, the shared facilities are just a short stroll away.

Amenities
There is a fully licensed restaurant and resident dive operator at Lissenung resort.

Fresh seafood, such as fish, crabs and crayfish (lobster) feature high on a menu where set meals are served, rather than actually giving out a menu to choose from. Special dietary requirements can be catered for by request. Most of the seafood and fresh fruit, such as pineapple and bananas is bought locally

Beer and Wine are available at the resort, but feel free to bring along your own alcoholic beverages. Spirits are often unavailable in PNG.

Diving
Lissenung Dive has a fully equipped dive shop and dive boat capable of carrying 6-8 divers.

There are daily boat trips to the outer reefs, drop offs and wrecks with a maximum of 3 dives per day offered.

Local Divers**

8D7N Dive Package Cost for **Local Divers
**Local Divers refer to divers who are RESIDENTS of Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand & Indonesia

Beach-front Bungalow

• SGD $3,244 Double/Twin
• SGD $3,013 Triple
• SGD $3,739 Single

Plantation House

• SGD $2,815 Double/Twin
• SGD $3,145 Single

Package Validity

• Aug 31, 2009 – Jan 04, 2011

International Divers

8D7N Dive Package Cost for International Divers

International divers who are NOT residents of Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand & Indonesia, please contact us for attractive package rates ex-Singapore.

Inclusions

Dive Package Includes

• Return International economy-class airfare on Air Niugini ‘T’ Class: SIN/POM/SIN
• Return Domestic economy-class airfare on Air Niugini ‘T’ Class: POM/HKN/POM
• Return airport transfers
• 06 nights accommodation in choice of Plantation House or Beach-front Bungalow
• 03 guided boat dives a day for 04 diving days
• Tanks, weights, weight belts
• All meals and laundry service
• Wireless broadband internet access in Walindi Plantation Resort

Dive Package Excludes

• SGD $150 Air Niugini peak-season surcharge (for all international flights in Jan, Feb, Nov & Dec 01-15)
• Air Niugini surcharge of SGD $150 for international divers (non-residents in Asia)
• All airport taxes to HKN return, approx. S$560 per person
• Visa on arrival @ PGK100 per person (approx. SGD $56)
• Dive equipment rental
• Personal expenditure like phone calls, spa treatments, etc.
• Tips & gratuities for resort & dive crew
• Environmental & Safety Fees

Optional shore dives up to 17:30 hours

• SGD $12 per dive

Optional shore dives after 17:30 hours

• SGD $25 per dive

NITROX Fills

• SGD $10 per dive

Package Validity

• Aug 31, 2009 – Jan 04, 2011

The Resort & Flight Schedules

Walindi Plantation Resort

Accommodation

• Consists of 12 self-contained Beach-front Bungalows and surrounded by rainforest gardens. The bungalows are constructed from local materials with thatched roofs. They are fully screened, with private bathroom facilities, kitchenette, a double and single bed and ceiling fans
• The 3 Plantation House lodge rooms have 2 single beds, ceiling fans, tea/coffee making and shared bathroom facilities.
• The central area consists of dining room, lounge and bar area, swimming pool and sundeck.

Amenities

• All meals and laundry services are included, during your stay
• Lounge & Library: Situated in the main Plantation House, with comfortable seating and extensive range of marine, fiction & non-fiction literature.
• Bar: Comprehensive with mixed drinks, beer & selection of wines.
• The Dining Room: Next to lounge area, each night has buffet meals with a large range of tasty dishes, specializing in Asian cuisine. Teas and freshly ground coffee available at all times in dining room.
• Coffee & tea making facilities also available in bungalows.
• Meal Times: Breakfast 7.30am to 9.00am; Lunch 12.30pm; Dinner 7.30pm. Children’s’ meals are available earlier by request.
• Baby-sitting & child-minding available on request

Recreational Facilities

• Swimming pool
• Tennis courts
• Snorkelling equipment (available for hire)
• Fishing (available with a guide)
• Walking (casual short walks with a guide are available)
• Boating (outboard powered boats available for hire with a driver)

Scuba Diving

• Walindi Diving has 3 dive boats that can carry 6-8 divers on each.
• Scuba diving operates everyday on a 02 dives per day basis.
• Comprehensive equipment available for hire from dive shop. The resort also has a library and photographic rentals, processing and instruction.
• Shore diving up to 17:30 hours @ S$10 per person
• Shore diving after 17:30 hours @ S$20 per person
• Night boat dive @ S$90 per person
• Nitrox @ S$8 per fill

Air Niugini Flight Schedules, ex-Singapore
(2 flights a week to Port Moresby on Mon & Thu; flight schedules subject to change with little or no notice)

Monday Departures

• Mon PX393 SIN/POM 2335/0805 (arrive POM following day on Tuesday)
• Tue PX840 POM/HKN 1000/1130
• Mon PX841 HKN/POM 0645/0815
• Mon PX392 POM/SIN 1500/1920

Thursday Departures

• Thu PX393 SIN/POM 2335/0805 (arrive POM following day on Friday)
• Fri PX844 POM/HKN 1535/1705
• Thu PX843 HKN/POM 1340/1510
• Thu PX392 POM/SIN 1640/2100

Inclusions / Exclusions

Dive Package Includes

• Return international airfare on Air Niugini ‘T’ Class: SIN/POM/SIN
• Return domestic airfare on Air PNG: POM/TFI/POM
• Return airport/boat transfers
• 10 nights in choice of Rooms in Tufi Dive Resort
• 21 guided boat dives over 07 diving days
• Tanks, weights, weight belts
• All meals while at Resort

Dive Package Excludes

• SGD $150 Air Niugini surcharge for non-Asian divers
• SGD $150 Air Niugini peak-season surcharge (all international flight in Jan, Feb, Nov & Dec 01-15)
• All airport taxes to TFI return (currently SGD $578 per person)
• Visa on Arrival @ PGK100 per person (~ SGD $56)
• Pre and post-tour sightseeing, meals and layovers
• Dive equipment rental
• Personal expenditure like phone calls, laundry, spa treatments, etc.
• Tips & gratuities for resort & dive crew
• DANS insurance is mandatory
• Environmental & Safety Fees

Dive Package Validity

• Apr 01 – Dec 31, 2010

Itinerary

Typical 12D10N Itinerary (subject to change)

• Day 01 / Thu / Singapore – Port Moresby (PX397 SIN/POM 2355/0815 +01DAY)
• Day 02 / Fri / Arrive Port Moresby – Tufi, transfer to Tufi Dive Resort)
• Day 03 / Sat / Tufi Dive Resort – 3 dives
• Day 04 / Sun / Tufi Dive Resort – 3 dives
• Day 05 / Mon / Tufi Dive Resort – 3 dives
• Day 06 / Tue / Tufi Dive Resort – 3 dives
• Day 07 / Wed / Tufi Dive Resort – 3 dives
• Day 08 / Thu / Tufi Dive Resort – 3 dives
• Day 09 / Fri / Tufi Dive Resort – 3 dives
• Day 10 / Sat / Tufi Dive Resort
• Day 11 / Sun / Tufi Dive Resort
• Day 12 / Mon / Tufi – Port Moresby – Singapore (PX392 POM/SIN 1500/1920)

Enquiry Form

Please make your Enquiry using the Form below

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The Resort

Tufi Dive Resort

Tufi Dive Resort is nestled into the flanking slopes of Mount Trafalgar overlooking sheer rock faces that plunge into an enclosed picturesque fjord draped in exotic rainforest down to the water’s edge.

Tufi Dive Resort is one of the more luxurious dive resorts in PNG, and offers splendid 180 degree views over the fjord. The main building houses a dining room, lounge, bar, reception, office and laundry. Built from timber to harmonise with tropical surroundings, it features traditional woven walls and exquisite carvings from many regions of PNG. It’s an inviting place to relax, relive the day’s diving experiences and plan tomorrow’s unique diving, trekking or kayaking adventures. Outside is a terraced dining area with spectacular views.

In the evening sit back, relax by the bar, and enjoy the sunset. When you have worked up an appetite, the restaurant serves a lavish mix of local seafood, vegetables and real tropical fruits. The tariff includes all meals at the resort as well as lunch on dive excursions.

Restaurant at Tuft Dive Resort

Property amenities

• Modern, air conditioned bungalows with panoramic sea and fjord views
• Hot and cold showers, 24 hour power
• Fully serviced bar
• 3 gourmet meals and snacks provided from a western style restaurant
• Baby-sitting facilities available
• Laundry
• All of the civilized creature comforts, screens, air-cons, hot water, ensuites, bar fridge, coffee and tea making facilities are available
• Most units have verandahs overlooking the fiord or Coral Sea
• Conference Facilities: Tufi Dive Resort has a fully refurbished conference centre which can accommodate 30 people. The centre is equipped with standard audio and visual aperatus, as well as video, flip chart and white boards
• There are phone and fax facilities at the resort
• The Resort can arrange local child minding at reasonable rates provided adequate notice is given.

Nearby attractions and activities

• Dive shop
• Gift shop
• Tour desk
• Huge library of books, CDs, and DVDs/videos
• Pool and day spa
• Bar
• River fishing
• Bushwalking
• Bird and butterfly watching
• Fjords and Snorkelling
• Sea Fishing
• Cruising
• Canoeing And Kayaking
• Jebo Guest House & Waterfalls Day Trip
• Tufi Cultural Festival – June 9-11 every year
• Day outing to Kupari Point Village
• Kofure Village Tour
• Jebo Guest House & Waterfalls Day Trip
• For the naturalists, Tufi is home for many of the worlds most exquisite orchids
• Local Papua New Guinea villages that can put on mini cultural shows and sing sings, sell a range of PNG artefacts and teach local craft
• The surrounding area is rugged and remote and home to some of PNGs most fascinating flora and fauna including birds of paradise, the largest butterfly in the world and rare and exotic orchids.
• The resort is located five minutes from the airstrip and has a local trade store that sells basic necessities
• There are stunning beaches, hiking trails, and WWII history, including the Kokoda track a short airplane trip away

8D6N Dive Cost

Dive Package Cost

Kabaira Beach Hide-away

Bungalow

• SGD $2,639 Twin
• SGD $2,561 Triple
• SGD $2,834 Single

Guest House

• SGD $2,477 Twin
• SGD $2,619 Single

Note
• 01 FOC for every 05 paying divers.
• Children over 15 years will be charged as adults.
• Children 10-15 years – 50% off accommodation charges only.
• Children under 10 years – FOC.

Inclusions / Exclusions

Dive Package Includes

• Return International economy-class airfare on Air Niugini ‘T’ Class: SIN/POM/SIN
• Return Domestic economy-class airfare on Air Niugini ‘T’ Class: POM/RAB/POM
• Return airport/boat transfers
• 06 nights accommodation in choice of Bungalow or Guest House
• 03 buffet meals a day plus coffee/tea, cake and fresh fruit
• 10 guided boat dives over 05 diving days with tanks, weights, weight belts
• 02 complimentary shore dives at Doorstep Reef (must be completed by 18:00 hours)
• Laundry services

Dive Package Excludes

• SGD $150 Air Niugini surcharge for non-Asian divers
• SGD $150 Air Niugini peak-season surcharge (for all international flight in Jan, Feb, Nov & Dec 01-15)
• All airport taxes to RAB return (approx. SGD $680 per person)
• Visa on Arrival @PGK100 per person (~ SGD $56)
• Dive equipment rental
• Personal expenditure like phone calls, spa treatments, etc.
• Tips & gratuities for resort & dive crew
• DANS insurance is mandatory
• Environmental & Safety Fees

Dive Package Validity

• Jan 01 – Dec 31, 2010

Inclusions / Exclusions

Prices Include

• Return airport transfers
• Accommodation on board MV FeBrina as reserved
• All meals, a beverage from the bar with dinner
• Final night dinner at Walindi Resort or on board (depending on itinerary)
• 04 to 05 guided dives per day, with tanks and weight belt

Dive Package Excludes

• Visa on arrival @ PGK100 per person (approx. SGD $56)
• Pre and/or post-cruise accommodation at Walindi Plantation and/or any other resort
• Dive equipment rental
• Personal expenditure like phone calls, tipping, etc.
• Fuel surcharge of US $TBA per person/per night for all trips which do NOT start OR finish at Walindi, i.e. South Coast New Britain itineraries.
• Nitrox fills are available @US $10 per Single Tank fill or US $150 for 7-day charters, US $200 for 10-day charters
• Environmental & Safety Fees of US$5 per person per day

Please contact us for attractive MV FeBrina live-aboard packages departing from Singapore, inclusive of return airfare, airport taxes, airline surcharges, airport transfers, etc.

Enquiry Form

Please make your Enquiry using the Form below

1. First name(required)
2. Last name
3. E-mail address(valid email required)
4. Contact Number
5. Number of Participants
6. Preferred Departure Date
7. Message
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Itineraries & Schedules

» Click here for MV FeBrina’s 2009 Schedules
» Click here for MV FeBrina’s Itineraries

MV FeBrina Cabins

Single Cabins (1, 2)
Aft, 1 twin bed (upper) and 1 twin bed (lower), semi-private facilities, en-suite sink, porthole view, wardrobe, mirror, bathrobes, hairdryers, soaps, fresh towels daily, personal laundry daily

Twin Cabins (3, 4)
Aft, 4 twin beds (2 upper and 2 lower), semi-private facilities, en-suite sink, porthole view, wardrobe, mirror, bathrobes, hairdryers, soaps, fresh towels daily, personal laundry daily

Deluxe Cabins (5, 6)
Forward, 1 large twin bed (lower) and 1 twin bed (upper), private facilities, porthole view, wardrobe, mirror, bathrobes, hairdryers, soaps, fresh towels daily, personal laundry daily

Owner’s Stateroom (7)
Forward, double bed, private facilities, porthole view, wardrobe, mirror, bathrobes, hairdryers, soaps, fresh towels daily, personal laundry daily

Inclusions / Exclusions

Prices Include

• Accommodation on board MV Golden Dawn as booked
• 03 gourmet meals daily, plus fresh snacks
• Non-alcoholic beverages (Tea, coffee, water)
• Sheets, towels and linens
• 04 to 05 dives per day, with tanks and weight belt
• All meals, plus a beverage from the bar with dinner

Prices Exclude

• Visa on arrival @ PGK100 per person (approx. SGD $56)
• Pre and/or post-cruise accommodation at Walindi Plantation and/or any other resort
• Personal expenditure like phone calls, tipping, etc.
• Dive equipment rental
• Nitrox fills are available @US$8 per Single Tank fill
• Fuel surcharge @US$20 per person per day
• Environmental & Safety Fees

Please contact us for attractive Dive Packages, departing from Singapore, inclusive of return airfare, airport taxes, airline surcharges, airport transfers, etc.

Enquiry Form

Please make your Enquiry using the Form below

1. First name(required)
2. Last name
3. E-mail address(valid email required)
4. Contact Number
5. Number of Participants
6. Preferred Departure Date
7. Message
8. Ten minus five equals
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The Boat & Itineraries

MV Golden Dawn – The Boat

The MV Golden Dawn has 06 air-conditioned cabins; 05 twins and 01 master double cabin. There is a spacious lounge area with a television and VCR. With the number of technical divers increasing and the interest in re-breathers, Golden Dawn has been fitted with specialised equipment and services to meet this need. In order to offer clients the kind of varied and exciting diving that is consistent with Papua New Guinea’s reputation for world class underwater action, Golden Dawn moves between different locations in the country allowing divers to experience optimum diving conditions for each region.

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Itineraries

The Eastern Fields & Coral Sea;
Nov to Dec & Apr to May
The waters of the barrier reef system around Port Moresby teem with beautiful flora and fauna including mantas, sharks and turtles. If you are lucky you might encounter the rare Great Hammerhead as well as his smaller Scalloped brothers or possibly Whale Sharks that have been seen right in the harbour mouth! Further offshore, in the clear waters of the Coral Sea, Golden Dawn is pioneering dive operations at the spectacular Eastern Fields, a submerged atoll rising from over 1,200 metres. Most of this reef system is still unexplored and in pristine condition. Being close to the eastern approaches of the Torres Strait the currents in this area attract the pelagic marine life such as schools of large Dog Tooth, Yellow Fin, and Blue Fin Tuna. Eagle, and Manta rays can be found patrolling the walls, as well as schools of Horse Eye Jacks in their balling formations and schools of spiralling Barracuda.

Mantas in Southern Milne Bay;
Mar, Jun & Oct
There are a number of varied dives on this schedule, from strong current to ‘muck’ dives, although the highlight is the mantas. Large coral boulders, with a healthy cover of soft corals, are scattered over a sandy bottom, in shallow waters. Big Sweet Lips, Groupers, Hump Headed Parrotfish and even Dugong make an appearance and the Giant Mantas come in to be cleaned. There are at least a dozen individuals in the three to four metre range, and you can get so close you will fill a fish eye lens.

Northern Papua New Guinea – Madang or Wewak;
Jun to Sep
The coastline and surrounding volcanic islands of Madang offer some truly great diving. One newly discovered site ‘Julien’s Reef,’ is rich with corals and large schools of barracuda and mackerel and other pelagic species. The number of Hammerhead sightings on this itinerary has been numerous, with Tiger Sharks also making an appearance. The night anchorages offer truly classic muck dives. The Wewak departure starts with some coastal wreck diving, amongst vessels of the Japanese armed merchant fleet, sunk in a surprise attack during WWII. Continuing north the outer islands of Ninigo and Hermits provide true atoll style diving with great visibility and calm warm waters.

Inclusions / Exclusions

Prices Include

• Airport transfers
• Accommodation on board Spirit of Niugini as reserved
• All meals and coffee, tea and juices (excludes alcoholic drinks and sodas)
• 04 to 05 guided dives per day, with tanks and weight belt

Prices Exclude

• All airfare and airport taxes
• Visa on arrival @ PGK100 per person (approx. S$56)
• One time port fee of USD $75
• Pre and/or post-cruise accommodation
• Dive equipment rental
• Personal expenditure like phone calls, tipping, etc.
• Fuel surcharge of USD $15 per person per night
• Nitrox fills are available @USD $8 per single tank fill or USD $20 per diving day
• Environmental & Safety Fees

Please contact us for attractive Dive Packages, departing from Singapore, inclusive of return airfare, airport taxes, airline surcharges, airport transfers, etc.

Enquiry Form

Please make your Enquiry using the Form below

1. First name(required)
2. Last name
3. E-mail address(valid email required)
4. Contact Number
5. Number of Participants
6. Preferred Departure Date
7. Message
8. The color of grass is
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The Boat

M/Y Spirit of Niugini
Guests will find complete facilities for the serious and discerning divers ranging from roomy dive decks to an easily accessible dive-platform.
Amenities and facilities include fresh towels daily, coffee/tea making station, individually controlled air-conditioning in each stateroom, and even shampoo, soap and bath-rope are provided.

Living Areas
The main lounge which situates on the main deck is fully air-conditioned and is fitted with large panoramic windows. The lounge serves as the vessel living room, theater and dining- room. A complete “home entertainment” center is also available with the latest movies.

The upper deck houses the wheelhouse and a second air-conditioned lounge that serves as a photography station and a library. The covered open-air area occasionally functions as an alfresco dinning room with barbecue facilities. The forward open-air sitting area serves as a sun-bathing platform and is the perfect place to watch the sun goes down into the ocean blue.

Accomodations
Spirit of Niugini has accommodation for 16 passengers in 8 staterooms. Two double and two twin cabins on the main deck, 2 twin cabins on the forward lower deck and 2 more twin cabins on the aft lower deck, all with private head and shower. All rooms are fitted with standard queen or twin sized beds, carpeted and tastefully furnished. Facilities include piped-in music, reading lights, wardrobe, hair-dryer and plenty of storage space.

Main Deck Twin Cabin on the Spirit of Niugini

Dive Deck
The Dive-deck on Spirit of Niugini is thoughtfully laid out to provide spacious dressing and individual storage areas. The twin staircases that lead down to the diving platform are easy to negotiate and make your dive entry an ease.

Diving activities on board are supported by two electric Bauers air-compressors, 4500-psi air bank storage system and hyperfiltration system producing grade “D” breathing air with 4 fill hoses and two 4.70 meters R.I.Bs with 40 H.P outboards. Nitrox, through a DNAx system (32% 02Mix), is available as an option to qualified divers.

At the end of each dive, divers are treated with hot towels. Four fresh water showers and a head are conveniently located on the dive deck and dive platform.

Sumptous Cuisine
In addition to three full meals each day that features either a buffet or a set dinner, snacks and refreshments are available throughout the day. Our chefs serve up a wide variety of international dishes, with a bias towards Thai, oriental and seafood delicacies. Upon prior request, we can also cater for any special dietary requirements. Freshly brewed coffee, tea and softdrinks are available free of charge 24 hours a day.

Something for Non-divers
Apart from a full day of diving there are many after dive activities for both divers and non-divers to enjoy ranging from exploring uninhabited islands, sea kayaking to just making the most of a restful afternoon on a quiet beach. Though catering for the serious divers, the Spirit of Niugini can also provide a wonderful holiday for the whole family.

Insurance and Emergencies
Spirit of Niugni staff is certified to carry out first-aid treatment and the vessel carries comprehensive first-aid facilities including DAN approved oxygen kits. SSB radio, cellular and satellite telephone systems ensure the vessel is in permanent contact with mainland emergency service.

All divers are, however, recommended to take up their diving and emergency evacuation insurances.

Spirit of Niugini Deck Plans

Inclusions / Exclusions

Prices Include

• Accommodation on board MV Telita as booked
• 03 gourmet meals daily, plus fresh snacks
• Non-alcoholic beverages (Tea, coffee, water)
• Sheets, towels and linens
• 04 to 05 dives per day, with tanks and weight belt
• All meals, a beverage from the bar with dinner

Prices Exclude

• Fuel surcharge of US $TBA per person per night
• Visa on arrival @ PGK100 per person (approx. SGD $56)
• Personal expenditure like phone calls, tipping, etc.
• Dive equipment rental
• Nitrox fills @ US$10 per tank or US $20 per day
• Environmental & Safety Fees

Please contact us for attractive Dive Packages, departing from Singapore, inclusive of return airfare, airport taxes, airline surcharges, airport transfers, etc.

Enquiry Form

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The Boat

MV Telita

Purpose-built by its original owners Bob and Dinah Halstead, the MV Telita has cruised the waters of Papua New Guinea for years, introducing many international divers to the wonderful diving in PNG. The vessel is maintained to international survey standards and has was fully refitted in October 2003. Yearly subsequent refits keep the MV Telita in fantastic shape.

MV Telita has 05 guest cabins accommodating a maximum of 10 divers. On board there are 3 decks – the wheelhouse is located on the upper deck, together with a nice sundeck and BBQ & bar area. The crew cabins and facilities are on the upper deck too.

Cabins

Main Deck Master Double Cabin
This cabin has a dedicated double beds and en ensuite bathroom and WC. It is air-conditioned, has a hair dryer and has 120 and 240 Volt AC power console. A little wardrobe and ample shelving provides space to make yourself at home during the cruise. The big window provides good views.

4 Lower Deck Deluxe Cabins
These new deluxe cabins are located in the Lower Deck.
2 of them have a wide lower bunk and a standard top bunk and can be used as double or twin configuration.
The other 2 are genuine twin cabins with even sized upper and lower bunks – ideal for individuals sharing. They are well siuted for couples or singles. They have large ensuite bathrooms and WC. They are air-conditioned, have a hair dryer and 120 and 240 Volt AC power consoles.

Dive Sites

MV Telita visits the Milne Bay and Tufi from late October to May. As an expedition dive cruiser Telita usually visits more remote dive locations in the region like the Louisiades, the Trobiand and Ferguson Islands regional sites and the Simsim region.
Early June the MV Telita moves to northern PNG offering excursions in Walindi, Rabaul and Kavieng.

Inclusions / Exclusions

Price Includes

• Return airport transfers
• Accommodation on board MV Chertan as reserved
• All meals, snacks, coffee, tea and juice
• 04 to 05 guided dives per day, with tanks and weight belt

Price Excludes

• Visa on arrival @ PGK100 per person (approx. SGD $56)
• Pre and/or post-cruise accommodation
• Personal expenditure like alcohol, sodas, phone calls, tipping, etc.
• Government taxes
• Dive equipment rental (limited range available, please request in advance)
• Port Fee of US $75 per person per trip
• Fuel surcharge of US $15 per person per night
• Environmental & Safety Fees

Please contact us for attractive Dive Packages, departing from Singapore, inclusive of return airfare, airport taxes, airline surcharges, airport transfers, etc.

Enquiry Form

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2. Last name
3. E-mail address(valid email required)
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The Boat & Dive Sites

Chertan Dive Sites

The Best of Milne Bay
Depending on seasons, creatures come and go in Milne Bay. Here are some of the outstanding dives site visited by Chertan on a regular basis.

Tania’s Reef
A large coral mount coming from 140 ft to just 8 ft from the surface. Divers are able to dive around the full circumference of the reef with a single tank. The South side of the reef is littered with soft corals of all descriptions. Large schools of fish feed off this face. The reef also plays host to giant clams and turtles.

Cobb’s Cliff
Steep drop off on one side down to 150+’ rising to just 20′ below the surface and dropping back in the center to a sandy lagoon to 60′. This site is frequently visited by large pelagics such as Manta Rays and Hammerhead Sharks. The reef also hosts a variety of macro subjects such as leaf scorpion fish, Rhinopious, Blue Ribbon Eels, Elegant Fire Gobys, and so much more.

Wahoo Point
A small point located on the North side of the mainland with a shelf from 15′ to 50′ in depth and dropping with a sheer wall down to 200+’. This site is frequently visited by Hammerheads, Manta Rays, occasionally Whale Sharks, Minki Whales and on two occasions, Orcas. The site also hosts a variety of anenomies, a school of Barracuda and very large Elephant ear sponges. A great place for wide angle photography.

Cherie’s Reef
This is a beautiful drift dive along a slope that’s covered with large Gorgonians and littered with large schools of fish. Particular Gorgonians host the infamous Pigmy Sea Horse.

Observation Point
A true rubble dive. Sand slopes going down 100′ host snake eels, Star Gazers, Pipe fish, Flamboyant cuttle fish, Mimic Octopus, Spanish Dancers, Cuttle fish, Fire urchins with Coleman shrimp and the Bugs Bunny Scorpion fish.

Sponge Heaven
A sheer wall starting at 2′ below the surface dropping to 200+’ Honey combed with small caves. Huge variety of sponges and home to a variety of Nudibranchs, including the large Spanish Dancer.

Jason’s Reef
A small coral mound located in 150 feet of water. This mound has large schools of Banner fish and Fusiliers as well as many pelagics. Also on this mound is the sought after Rhinopious or Weedy Scorpion fish.

Little China
A coral mound coming out of 150 feet of water. Typical of over 30 dive sites in close proximity. Large schools of fish over the front face, soft coral gardens where both macro and wide angle photographers can be more than satisfied.

Michelle’s Reef
Located on the North Coast, this dive site provides both macro and wide angle. A shallow wall dropping off to 25 feet. Beautiful swim-through with gorgonians growing off the wall and sea bed. Able to shoot up into the jungle canopy from 20 feet of water. Also ideal for macro, a large variety of nudibranchs, Pegasus fish and on occasions Mimic octopus.

Crinoid City
Coral mound coming up from 120 feet of water. As it’s name suggests, it plays host to a variety of crinoids. The front slope of this reef is covered with a variety of black coral trees. Off the slope, huge schools of fusiliers, anthias and jacks circle. Excellent for wide angle.

Pelagic Point
This dive site has relatively strong current and because of this there are large quantities of fish patrolling a steep wall dropping off to 130 feet. Sharks are often sighted on this site. The top of the reef which is approximately 215 feet, has a large number of bommies hosting a magnificent variety of sea life, ie: crabs, rays, rays not to mention all the fish.

MV Chertan Boat Layout

MV Chertan boat layout

MV Star Dancer Prices

MV Star Dancer Prices for All Cabins

2010 Winter Rates (Feb 27 – Apr 01, 2010)

• USD 2,495 per person

2010 Rates (Apr 01 – Dec 31)

• 08 Nights USD $2,396 per diver
• 09 Nights USD $2,696 per diver
• 10 Nights USD $2,995 per diver

Rates has incorporated the Fuel Surcharge.
However, a Fuel Surcharge may be added if fuel prices fluctuate beyond the programmed range for fuel included in this price.

Rates exclude Port Charges USD $75 and Environmental & Safety Fee USD $5.00 per night.

Note Departure time is no earlier than 6:00pm on the first day, and disembarkation is no later than 9:00am on the final day.

Validity

• Jan 01 – Dec 31, 2010

Please Contact Us for attractive Dive Packages, departing from Singapore, inclusive of return airfare, airport taxes, airline surcharges, airport transfers, etc.

Inclusions / Exclusions

Prices Include

• Return airport transfers
• Nights booked onboard Star Dancer as reserved
• All meals, alcoholic and non alcoholic beverages
• Final night dinner at Walindi Resort or on board (depending on itinerary)
• 04 to 05 guided dives per day, with tanks and weight belt

Prices Exclude

• Visa on arrival @ PGK100 per person (approx. SGD $56)
• Pre and/or post-cruise accommodation at Walindi Plantation and/or any other resort
• Personal expenditure like phone calls, tipping, etc.
• Dive equipment rental
• Port Fee of US $75 per person/per trip
• Nitrox fills are available @USD $10 per Single Tank fill or USD $150 for 07-nights or USD $200 for 10-nights
• Environmental & Safety Fees

Validity

• Jan 01 – Dec 31, 2010

Please Contact Us for attractive Dive Packages, departing from Singapore, inclusive of return airfare, airport taxes, airline surcharges, airport transfers, etc.

The Boat

Star Dancer Boat Diagrams

Suite and Staterooms on the MV Star Dancer

• Owner’s Suite #1

Queen Bed, Private Facilities with bathtub, Portlight Views, Mirrored Cabinet, Wardrobe, Bathrobes, Hairdryer, Toiletries, Fresh Towels Daily, Independent Air-conditioning and Volume Controls.

• Master Staterooms 2 & 3

Queen Bed, Private Facilities with bathtub, Picture Window View, Mirrored Cabinet, Wardrobe, Bathrobes, Hairdryer Toiletries, Fresh Towels Daily, Independent Air-conditioning and Volume Controls.

• Twin Staterooms 4 & 5

2 Twin Beds, Private Facilities, Picture Window View, Mirrored Cabinet, Wardrobe, Bathrobes, Hairdryer, Toiletries, Fresh Towels Daily, Independent Air-conditioning and Volume Controls.

• Deluxe Staterooms 6, 7 & 8

2 Twin Beds or 1 King Bed, Private Facilities, Picture Window View, Mirrored Cabinet, Wardrobe, Bathrobes, Hairdryer, Toiletries, Fresh Towels Daily, Independent Air-conditioning and Volume Controls.

Inclusions / Exclusions

Dive Package Includes

• Return International airfare on Air Niugini T Class: SIN/POM/SIN
• Return Domestic airfare on Air Niugini T Class: POM/GUR/POM
• Return airport transfers
• 06 nights in deluxe accommodations with balcony, ocean view
• All meals including coffee, tea, fruit juices, lunch and snacks on dive boat
• Up to 15 guided boat diving and shore dives in house reef
• Tanks, weights, weight belts

Dive Package Excludes

• SGD $150 Air Niugini peak-season surcharge (for all international flights in Jan, Feb, Nov & Dec 01-15)
• Air Niugini surcharge of SGD $150 for divers not resident in Asia
• All airport taxes to GUR return, approx. SGD $670 per person
• Visa on arrival @ PGK100 per person (approx. SGD $56)
• Dive equipment rental
• Personal expenditure like phone calls, laundry, spa treatments, etc.
• Tips & gratuities for resort & dive crew
• Environmental & Safety Fees

Validity

• Prices Valid for Bookings made between Apr 09-30, 2010 Only

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