If your interests in scuba diving go beyond undertaking a few holiday dives on the world's largest coral reef system, the Great Barrier Reef, then visit the amazing coral formations and marine life on the Ribbon Reefs, the Cod Hole and Osprey Reef in the Coral Sea.

Undersea Explorer is a liveaboard scuba diving operation, which combines adventure diving with marine research. Each week they allocate two berth spaces for marine scientists, in addition to employing a biologist as a crewmember. This enables the Undersea Explorer team to carry out valuable research on a reliable, regular basis, on remote coral reefs.

In turn, guests are able to learn from marine scientists, and enjoy new and different dive experiences including shark attraction dives, in-water encounters with whales, and night plankton 'black-water hang' dives. The research activities fit around the diving program, adding a stimulating atmosphere of discovery to all expeditions while contributing to our knowledge and conservation of marine eco-systems.

Departing from Port Douglas, our expeditions are 6 days and 6 night's duration, with maximum 20 guests. Visit remote Osprey Reef which offers 1000 metre drop-offs and exciting pelagic action, and the many varied dive sites encompassing the coral gardens of the Ribbon Reefs and the world famous Cod Hole.

Undersea Explorer is ideal for all certified scuba divers or competent snorkellors. It is an excellent experience for people attuned to nature based and environmental special interest options.

Departures

• Saturdays from Port Douglas, located approximately 1 hour north of Cairns

Please note transfers from Cairns are not included in the trip

Inclusions

• 6 nights accommodation while onboard (either double or twin share)
• Chef prepared meals
• 20-22 dives
• Weights, tanks and air fills
• Interpretive presentations

Extras

• Marine Park Levy & Management fee of $15 per person per trip
• Fuel levy of $15 per person per day
• Gear hire
• Dive insurance
• Refresher course (if required)
• Advanced course available
• Reef Discovery Course
• Any drinks purchased from the bar

Payment Policy

• 20% deposit to confirm booking with balance due 60 days prior

Cancellation Policy

• If guest cancels 60-30 days prior to departure - 20% of full price
• If guest cancels within 30 days - full price forfeiture

Extreme weather may cause cancellation or adjustment to the advertised itinerary. We fully expect to honor all bookings, however, we reserve the right to cancel at any time prior to departure. In the event a trip is cancelled, alternative arrangements will be offered. If the weather is unsuitable we reserve the right to shorten or cancel a trip, change itinerary or substitute a vessel, and any refund would be based on the number of days.

Rates

Valid to 31 December 2008, per person and in Australian Dollars (Currency Converter).

6 Day Expedition (Jan-May)	$2215
6 Day Expedition (Jun-Jul)	$2865
6 Day Expedition (Aug-Dec)	$2615