Turks and Caicos Explorer II Itinerary

Snorkeling with Humpback Whales

8 days / 7 nights

About Turks and Caicos Explorer II

  • Top-notch facilities for divers with nitrox, camera table and swim deck
  • World-class reef, wall, and wreck diving with up to five dives per day
  • Exceptional crew, offering personalised round the clock service
  • Incredible encounters with sharks, eagle rays, and turtles, and more

One of the Turks and Caicos' longest-serving liveaboards, this vessel is backed by nearly 20 years of cruising experience and an exceptional crew. Each of the Turks and Caicos Explorer II's itineraries includes exploration across the islands, with shark encounters, thriving coral reefs, and plummeting walls. You'll also have the chance to go ashore and visit beaches, colonial ruins, and stunning geological formations. Back on board, you'll enjoy smooth sailing, panoramic views, delicious dining and drinking, and a fun social atmosphere ideal for outgoing and adventurous guests.

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Itinerary details

8 days / 7 nights
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No experience required
Not Required

Highlights

  • Circular week-long trip to see and swim with whales at Silver Bank
  • Explore the Dominican Republic’s Marine Mammals Sanctuary
  • Swim and snorkel with the humpback whales at Silver Bank
  • Observe a variety of humpback social behaviours
  • 6-8 hours of whale watching per day (weather permitting)
  • Two tender surface watching sessions daily
  • Surface whale viewing from two comfortable tenders
  • Opportunities for passive in-water snorkel encounters 
  • Informational naturalist presentations
  • Happy Hour festivities

Day 1:
Boarding 16:00. with a 21:30 departure to Silver Bank. 

Day 2: 
Arrival in Silver Bank is around 8:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m. Sunday weather permitting. Brunch/late breakfast while staff prepares mooring and assembly of the tenders. The first tender runs begin at 14:00. (2 tenders running). Afternoon tenders return to the yacht at approximately 17:00.

Days 3-6: 
First tender runs will commence after breakfast at 8:30 am. Whale runs are throughout the day. “Sundowner” cocktail parties are hosted on the sun deck every afternoon following whale runs. Nightly presentations and videos will be held after dinner.

Day 7: The yacht returns to the Ocean World Marina in Puerto Plata late Friday afternoon. Friday night, dinner is not served onboard; however, the crew will recommend a restaurant in the marina.

Day 8: 
Check out is between 07:00-08:00.

Sample itineraries are for guidance only. Actual itineraries may differ slightly due to factors such as weather, wildlife, logistics and local regulations.

Transfer details

Departure

03:00pm

Puerto Plata

Puerto Plata International Airport (POP)

Return

09:00am

Puerto Plata

Puerto Plata International Airport (POP)

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