Argo

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La Argo e' un dive yacht in acciaio lungo 40 metri, costruita per lavorare in Oceano e' specializzata in diving e spedizioni di ricerca, ha una piattaforma che puo' accogliere un sommergibile chiamato Deep Sea Sub capace di portare un pilota e due passeggeri alla profondita' massima di 450 metri.

La Argo e' stata ridisegnata e rimodernata nel 2008 e grazie a dei nuovi stabilizzatori diminuisce drasticamente il rollio quando la barca e' all'ancora. I motori sono due diesel gemelli e portano la barca ad una velocita' di crociera di 10 nodi, la corrente elettrica e' a 110/200 volt.

Argo puo' ospitare in comfort e privacy solo 16 subacquei.

Il ponte principale ha un grande salone con aria condizionata dove vengono serviti i pasti, c'e' anche una zona relax con TV/DVD, film, CD musicali, giochi in scatola e libri.

Sul ponte superiore si trova uno studio-salone dotato di comode poltrone dove potersi rilassare leggendo un libro, guardando un film sul televisore o scaricando le foto sul computer sempre a disposizione degli ospiti.

Per gli amanti della tintarella ci sono due ponti dotati di sdraie e perfino un barbecue per fare delle ottime grigliate.

Il ponte immersioni e' spazioso con ceste e scaffali dove riporre l'attrezzatura, compressori per la ricarica delle bombole e tavolo dedicato per le attrezzature video, addirittura c'e' dell'aria compressa per pulirle ed asciugarle perfettamente.

Cabine

Argo ha 8 comode cabine. Tutte le cabine hanno bagno privato con doccia calda, armadio, sedia, tavolo, aria condizionata, telefono satellitare ed un quadro dipinto dall'artista Carlos Hiller.

Ponte inferiore

• 3 Cabine Matrimoniali (no 3, 5 & 6): 1 letto Queensize e oblo'.

• 3 Cabine Doppie (no 1, 2 & 4): 2 letti singoli e oblo'.

Ponte superiore

• 2 Cabine Matrimoniali (no 7 & 8): 1 letto Queensize e oblo'.

• Cabina armatoriale: 1 letto e finestra.(Disponibile solo per charter)

Immersioni

• 3 immersioni al giorno inclusa la notturna.

• Pesi, cintura e bombola in alluminio (12L) con attacco INT.

• Tutte le immersioni sono guidate da guide professioniste e vengono effettuate con 3 tender.

• Cocos non e' raccomandata per subacquei inesperti, il livello minimo richiesto e' Open Water Diver con specialita' immersione profonda e notturna ed un minimo di esperienza di 25 ore d'immersione.

• Il sommergibile Deep See Sub puo' fare 2 immersioni al giorno, una la mattina ed una il pomeriggio. I fortunati passeggeri faranno un veloce addestramento prima di affrontare l'immersione che puo' arrivare ad un massimo di 450 metri.

Altre informazioni

• Nitrox: incluso nel prezzo.
• Rebreather: prezzi su richiesta e bisogna prenotare in anticipo.
• Sommergibile Deep Sea Sub: Prezzi su richiesta e bisogna prenotare in anticipo.
• Bombola 15L: Prezzi su richiesta e bisogna prenotare in anticipo.
• Affitto Attrezzatura： Prezzi su richiesta e bisogna prenotare in anticipo.
• Assicurazione Subacquea：Obbligatoria.
• Assicurazione Viaggio : Obbligatoria.
• Wi-Fi Internet： No.
• Pagamento a bordo： In contanti (USD Dollari Americani)
• Mancia all'equipaggio: Non inclusa, da dare in base alla propria soddisfazione.
• Altro: gru da 15 ton, gru telescopica 50 ft, braccio di poppa A-Frame.

General Dive Information for Cocos Island

Dive Experience/Level
Cocos Island presents the same diving challenges as any other Pacific, Indian or Red Sea diving location. Cocos, however, is not recommended for inexperienced divers because it is an open ocean destination that requires advanced open water diving skills.

Please note, the minimum required level of certification to dive at Cocos is Open Water and we strongly recommend having at least the Specialties of Deep & Night Diver. We also recommend having a minimum of 35 dives experience.

Dive Conditions
Most of the action is at 60-90 feet /18-27 meters, and most dives are between 60-130 feet / 18-40 meters. The safety limit is set at 130 feet / 40 meters and a dive computer is necessary. Visibility averages 60-100ft/18-30m. Average water temperature is 79 F to 84 F (26 C to 29 C), although it can be a few degrees lower under the occasional thermocline.

Sample Itinerary - 11D/10N

Arrival Day
You must arrive at least one day prior to the boat departure date.

Upon arrival to San José, we can have transportation waiting for you (please contact us for a quote) or you can take a taxi to your hotel. There are always taxis available at the airport, even minivans for those of you who carry a lot of gear. We can also recommend and arrange accommodations for hotels in San José.

Please note that air transport, airport transfers, hotel nights and meals before and after the cruise are not included in the charter.

Day 1
The following day, generally between 8 AM and 1 PM we pick up from certain hotels and transfer everybody by bus to Puntarenas where you will board the vessel. The drive takes about 2 1/2 hours, and gives you a chance to view the lush forest and rich farmland of the region.

Due to occasional low tides our boats may need to depart from the pier earlier in the day. Should this occur, you will be transferred by skiff to the vessel. When all passengers have arrived on board, the vessel will take a 32-36 hour cruise out to Cocos Island.

Day 2
A travel day. There will be time to arrange dive and camera gear as well as enjoy the Pacific and the sunshine. Also, the group of incredibly experienced divers provides plenty of stories to pass the time. There are videos and the experience of the Captain and crew to help you get excited for the diving...as if you need them. In addition, you may want to take this time to take one of our diving courses.

Days 3 - 8
Spent diving the pinnacles around the perimeter of Cocos Island. Divers usually average three dives per day at depths of 60-100 feet (18-30 meters) or more. This, of course, is what the whole trip is about. It will also be possible to do at least three night dives during the trip.

Between dives or when time permits, guests are welcome use the sea kayaks, go for a swim, snorkel around the boat, or just chill-out and watch movies.

Day 9
Make the last 3 dives before the cruise back to Costa Rica and reality!

Day 10
All day to discuss the diving and to compare your adventures!

Day 11
Arrival to Puntarenas. Immediately after breakfast you will be transported back to San Jose. We strongly recommend staying one more night on land, before flying out, in case of any unforeseen delays.

DeepSee available

DeepSee is a highly technical one-of-a-kind submersible.
It is subject to an extensive daily checkup routine, governed by the ABS (American Bureau of Shipping) protocols. Considering the subs complexity, we cannot guarantee that it will be available for all days or dives reserved. In the unfortunate event that Deep See is not available for your dive, we will provide a full refund of the pre-booked payment. No further compensation will be offered in such an event.

The DeepSee submersible is scheduled to be onboard certain trips throughout the year. The cost of DeepSee dives are additional.

Optional tours

While you are here in Costa Rica it is certainly worth the extra time to visit other aspects of the country that truly make it a natural wonderland. Very active volcanoes, white water rafting, mountain biking, some of the most pristine jungles in the world, coffee plantations, horseback riding, visits to craft centers, and of course, some of the most beautiful beaches in the world are among the activities and destinations available in the country. We would be happy to arrange one day tours or longer trips to more remote areas at the client´s request. Recommended Costa Rican companies will operate these tours.