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Auction Ends: Dec 16, 2012 11:00 PM EST

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SCUBA diving trip aboard the luxury liveaboard vessel Turks & Caicos Aggressor II

Item Number
211
Estimated Value
2795 USD
Sold
1600 USD to sknobler55
Number of Bids
10  -  Bid History

Item Description

 

Eat, Sleep and DIVE!
Enjoy the LiveAboard Lifestyle aboard the Turks & Caicos Aggressor II !

The beautiful Turks & Caicos Islands are located 575 miles southeast of Miami. The islands have one of the longest coral reefs in the world making it a premier diving destination. One of the most valuable possessions of the islands are the white sandy beaches, which in total cover 230 miles and are complimented with crystal clear waters. The islands are flat but depending on the island, the terrain can vary from sand dunes to lush green vegetation. There are eight major islands Salt Cay, Grand Turk, South Caicos, East Caicos, Middle Caicos, North Caicos and Providenciales (Provo) and West Caicos. East Caicos and West Caicos are uninhabited. The people on the islands are known for their friendliness.

The Turks & Caicos Aggressor II departs from Providenciales or better known as ‘Provo’. Throughout the week guests will visit Providenciales, West Caicos and French Cay. The sheer walls of Providenciales begin at 40 feet, plunging into the deep blue abyss and include crevasses and ledges that are decorated with huge orange Elephant Ear sponges, Gorgonians and Crimson Rope Sponges. The itinerary April through December departs from Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands and is completely dependant on the winds and weather. With all dives from the mothership, unlimited diving is offered. Diving begins Sunday morning and ends Friday around noon when the Aggressor returns to port. The crew hosts a sunset cocktail party at 6:00 p.m. followed by dinner ashore (within walking distance). Saturday morning guests are transferred to the airport or a local hotel (in the vicinity of the yacht). Throughout the week there will be opportunities to go ashore for swimming, snorkeling and beach combing.

Diving Environment:

    •    Sheer walls with healthy corals, Orange Elephant Ear Sponges, Gray Reef Sharks, Angelfish, Eagle Rays, Horse-eye Jacks, Lobster, Snapper, Garden Eels, Nurse Sharks and lots of macro life.
    •    All dives are made from the mothership
    •    Water temperature: 78 - 84F, 25 - 29C
    •    3mm wetsuit recommended

Your trip for one includes:

  • Shared Deluxe Stateroom accommodations for 7 nights
  • All meals, snacks and beverages, including wine and local beer
  • Up to 5 dives daily, including night dives
  • Compressed air tanks, weights & weight belts

For more information on The Turks & Caicos Aggressor II please visit: http://www.aggressor.com/turkscaicos.php

Item Special Note

Winning Bidder will recieve a certificate for a "free trip for one with delux accomodations" via email which must accompany your reservation in its original form.  Not available during holidays and other blackout dates may exist. For individual travel only (may not be used as part of a group trip).  An upgraded cabin or longer cruise may be available at an additional cost. Certificate is for named person only and may not be transferred. The benefits can not be traded or exchanged for use on another vessel.

Certificate does not include:

  • port charges
  • fuel surcharges
  • park fees
  • chamber support
  • taxes
  • airfare
  • Hotel stays/day rooms
  • crew gratuities
  • rentals
  • Nitrox fills
  • purchases on board
  • Dinner on final evening

This item is based on availablitly and must be completed by December 31, 2013.  For more information on The Turks & Caicos Aggressor II please visit: http://www.aggressor.com/turkscaicos.php

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