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Truk Master e' stata costruita nel 1974 ed e' stata rimodernata nl 2015/2016, lunga 37 metri e larga 7metri naviga ad una velocita' di ben 10 nodi nelle acque della Laguna di Truk o Laguna di Chuuk.
Truk Master ha le sue aree comuni divise tra il ponte principale e quello superiore e comprendono uno spazioso salone interno, sala da pranzo, stazione per gli apparati foto/video, bar con sgabelli, un televisore al plasma, stereo e libreria. C'e' anche un salone all'aperto riparato dal sole.
Per coloro che amano il sole c'e' un solarium sul flybridge con sdraie dove gli ospiti possono avere una vista mozzafiato della laguna di Truk.
Truk Master lo spazioso ponte immersione ha diversi compressori per la ricarica, stazioni individuali con bombola, docce, tavolo per le apparecchiature foto/video e vasche per il risciacquo.
**Cabine **
Truk Master ha8 cabine ed ospita un massimo di 16 subacquei.
Tutte le cabine hanno bagno privato con doccia calda, aria condizionata, armadio, cassetta di sicurezza, asciugacapelli e prese di corrente a 110 e 200 volt.
1 Cabina Deluxe Cabin : 1 letto matrimoniale ed ubicata sul ponte superiore.
3 Cabine Premium: 1 letto matrimoniale trasformabile in 2 singoli, ubicate sul ponte principale.
1 Cabina Premium: 2 letti singoli ed ubicata sul ponte principale.
3 Cabine Standard: 2 letti singoli ed ubicate sul ponte inferiore.
Immersioni
4 immersioni al giorno, dipende dalla rotta e dalla condizioni meteo.
2 immersioni il giorno prima della partenza.
Nessuna immersione il giorno dell'arrivo e della partenza.
Tutte le immersioni sono guidate da guide professioniste.
Altre informazioni
- Nitrox： Disponibile gratuitamente.
- Bombola 15L： Disponibile gratuitamente.
- Affitto Attrezzatura： Prezzi su richiesta e bisogna prenotare in anticipo.
- Assicurazione Subacquea：Obbligatoria.
- Assicurazione Viaggio : Consigliata.
- Wi-Fi Internet： No.
- Pagamento a bordo： In contanti (USD) o carta di credito (Visa/Masterd).
- Mancia all'equipaggio: Non inclusa, da dare in base alla propria soddisfazione.
Itinerari (V.O)
On a typical day we offer up to 4 day dives, however the 4th day dive may be substituted for a night dive when the boat is anchored within the lagoon. A 7 night itinerary provides for between 18-20 dives, whilst during our 10 night itineraries, up to 30 dives will be possible.
The diving day aboard the Truk Master is scheduled as follows:
Light Breakfast followed by a briefing and Dive 1.
Full Breakfast, relaxation period, briefing and Dive 2.
Lunch, relaxation period, briefing and Dive 3.
Snack relaxation period, briefing and Dive 4, where possible. Dinner.
Many of the wrecks lie within recreational diving depths, however the Truk Master also offers Tec diving facilities for those wishing to delve deeper in the wrecks and take a closer look at history.
Dive the superb wrecks of the Japanese WWII fleet which lay in a variety of depths with the Truk Lagoon. Our 7-night or 10-night itineraries allow you to explore not only many of the famous wrecks but to experience some superb reef diving also. There are numerous channels that cut through the reef which serve as hunting grounds for reef sharks and shooling pelagics which all add to the wonder of diving Truk.
Departing from Weno, our 7-night and 10-night liveaboard dive trips on the Truk Master take you directly to the main concentration of wrecks lying within the bay. The Truk Master will moor over the deeper wrecks allowing for you to descend easily down the line directly to the wreck. Tec divers will benefit from the support of the “mother ship”, whilst our 2 skiffs are able to shuttle less experienced divers to the shallower sites and offer reef diving as an alternative to the wrecks.
Many of the wrecks are “Maru” or merchant vessels that had been left at anchor, some had been fortified with anti-aircraft weapons and many carried important army supplies including Zero Fighter aircraft parts, tanks, torpedo shells, trucks and road supplies. Bottles, cooking utensils, items from everyday life and personal artifacts can be found in several of the wrecks, serving as a reminder to the visiting divers of those who lost their lives during the battle. The more gruesome reminders of the conflict, such as human skulls, have since been removed and may now only be seldom seen in the deeper reaches of the wrecks.
Getting there and away… The Truk Master embarks and disembarks at Chuuk International Airport. Take your international flight into and out of Chuuk International Airport (TKK) on Weno Island. Disembarkation at the end of the cruise will be just before 10am. All flights to Chuuk International Airport (TKK) require transit via Guam, United States. Passengers travelling within the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM) are required to pay an airport departure tax, for Chuuk this is currently 20US$. This varies from airport to airport and must be paid in local currency.
All flights to Chuuk International Airport (TKK) require transit via Guam, United States. All non-US citizens must obtain a US visa or Electronic System of Travel Authorization (ESTA) prior to travel. Citizens of 37 countries, including most European nations, Australia, New Zealand and Japan are eligible for the ESTA and should apply online at least 72 hours prior to travel. An ESTA is valid for 2 years and allows for multiple entries into US territories within that period. Guests without visa or ESTA may be denied boarding.
Recommend dive experience level … There are more than 60 wrecks in Truk Lagoon, however some of the signature sites lay beyond entry level depth limitations (18m / 60ft). Advanced level is recommmended and for some wrecks deep diver (40m+) or tec-diving qualifications may be required.
Altro
| Destinazioni | Isole Salomone, Atollo Bikini |
|---|---|
| Disponibili a bordo | Supporto Nitrox, Sidemount Friendly, Rebreather Friendly, Tech Friendly, Camera Station, Laundry |
| Lingue parlate a bordo | English |
Orari & percorsi
PREZZI E CONDIZIONI
Incluso
- Trasferimenti dall'aeroporto e/o dall'hotel allo yacht
- IVA e imposte locali
- Pensione intera, Snack / Spuntini
- Acqua minerale, Tè e caffè
- Bibita analcolica
- Attività subacquea (incl. Cilindri, cinghia e pesi)
- Dive guide service
- Land excursions and activities throughout the trip
- Boat accident insurance
- Teli cabina e set di cortesia
- Servizio di pulizia della cabina
Non incluso
- Domestic flights in destination country
- Tasse del parco marino / Tasse portuali
- Supplemento carburante
- Bevande alcoliche
- Noleggio attrezzatura subacquea
- Larger tank (15 L)
- Immersioni nitrox
- Dive courses on board
- Assicurazione subacquea (requisito obbligatorio)
- Travel insurance (trip cancellation insurance)
- Mancia dell'equipaggio
INFORMAZIONI UTILI
Isole Salomone
Best time for diving
April - June & September - November, you can dive year round, cyclones rarely hit the Solomon Islands. Usually January to March it tends to rain the most, however, the rain has little impact on diving. Between July and August the sea is rougher than the rest of the year, but you can still dive.
The average visibility is around 15 - 30 meters, though at times you can get above 30 meters. Currents are mild, and the surface conditions are nearly always calm.
About temperatures
Air : winter months are between 23°C - 28°C, summer months are between 24°C - 29°C.
Sea : range between 28°C - 30°C all year, with the "cooler" time of year from June to August(28°C - 29°C).
Wetsuit Recommendation
3mm wetsuit is recommended year round. Please keep in mind most of the liveabaords will provide 4 - 5 dives in the Solomon Islands, so some thermal protection is needed.
Diver requirement
Suitable for all levels. You can find out more informations about diving in the Solomon Islands here : Solomon Islands
Embarkation / Disembarkation
Most embarkation and disembarkation are in Honiara, the capital of the Solomon Islands. Guests can fly to Honiara International Airport (HIR). From most countries flying via Brisbane(BNE), Australia is the best option although Air Niugini do have options between Singapore and Honiara via Port Moresby(POM).
For trips which start or end in Munda (MUA) there are daily flights operated by Solomons Airlines from / to Honiara.
Visa Requirements
Citizens of the US, most British Commonwealth and European Union countries do not need a visa. If you have a valid passport (minimum 6 months validity from planned date of entry) and a return or onward ticket, you can acquire a visitor’s visa valid for three months on arrival. Please refer to Visa Requirements for details.
For guests who do need visa, we are happy to provide assistance with Solomon Islands visa applications with at least 8 weeks notice and a handling fee will be charged for this service in addition to the cost of the visa, regardless of the outcome of the application.
Guests travelling via Australia may need to apply for a transit or visitor’s visa before travelling, if the time between connecting flights is more than 8 hours, or if they wish to leave the airport during their transit period. To check which visa you may need, please refer to the visa section of Australian Immigration - please note that Australian visa applications can take up to 14 days to process.
Vaccinations
Vaccination against measles is required for entry into the Solomon Islands. All passengers entering the Solomon Islands are required to complete a health declaration form regarding immunisation against/exposure to measles. The forms will be made available at check-in counters and on board your flight. Proof of vaccination is no longer required on entry though so as long as you can tick that you are vaccinated for measles. A Yellow Fever vaccination certificate is required for traveller arriving from at risk countries in Africa and the Americas.
Money Matters
The local currency is the Solomon Islands Dollar (SBD). All liveaboards accept payment in USD. Exchange services are available, including at Honiara International Airport. Larger hotels, resorts, shops and restaurants may accept Visa and Master Card for which a charge will likely be levied, but not always so always check first.
Drones
Please refer to Drone Laws in the Solomon Islands for more information.
Extending your holiday
We offer a range of hotels/resorts, land-based diving packages, and excursions that can be arranged before or after your liveaboard holiday. Just ask us if you need such service.
Atollo Bikini
Period : Liveaboards usually runs during the best diving season from May to October.
Visa's : Visitors from the EU, UK, USA, China are exempt from visas for stays up to 90 days. Many other nationalities can get a visa on arrival for $100 for stays up to 90 days. Non-US citizens will need to apply for an ESTA under the Visa Waiver Program or acquire a USA visa before travelling (for transit via Guam or Hawaii).
Climat : 27°C - 30°C air temperature all year
Water : Water temperatures range from 27°C to 29°C year round. Crystal clear water - 40-60m visibility. Either 3 mm or 5 mm full length exposure suit are suitable. A 3 mm suit is appropriate for those who do not feel the cold as much or do not intend deep diving (30m+). A 5 mm suit helps wreck divers to prevent injury. Technical divers are advised to bring appropriate exposure protection for prolonged deco-stops.
Clothing : Casual summer wear can be worn during the day any time of the year. A sweater is advised for cooler nights,
Electricity : 220V and 110V with 2 round pin sockets (European style). Please make sure you bring a universal adapter with you if necessary.
Flights : To reached the Kwajalein Airport (KWA), it's recommend that you book your international flight via Honolulu, Hawaii (HNL), which is served by United Airlines 3 times per week, and takes around 7 hrs.
Currency : Local currency is US Dollar (USD), The majority of all hotels, resorts, shops and restaurants will accept a wide range of credit and debit cards. Smaller businesses may only deal in cash.
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