Ferox Liveaboard, Malpelo Island

Exclusive dive adventures at Malpelo aboard this exceptional liveaboard designed for exploration

from$490 /day

per person

Overview

One of the safest, sturdiest and most robust liveaboard vessels in the world
Exemplary standards of service with modern dive facilities and an expert crew
Enjoy exclusive access to the world renowned Malpelo Island, with just six divers per site
Range of accommodation options to suit all travellers

Exploring the frontier diving at Malpelo Island has never been easier onboard this former navy vessel designed for the most challenging of conditions - including sea ice! Ferox is an adventure liveaboard through-and-through, featuring an array of up-to-date dive facilities alongside a casual and energetic atmosphere. Get into the spirit of exploration with convenient dive tenders, complimentary nitrox, and Personal Locator Beacons, while the experienced crew ensure you never miss a moment of Malepo’s incredible action.

Number of cabins:10
Internet:NO
Nitrox:YES
Equipment rental:YES
Guest / Guide:6:1
Group booking discounts

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17Feb 2025
10D / 9N
Malpelo - 9N
17 dives
from $4,900
Overview
Length of trip 10 days / 9 nights
Number of dives 17
Experience Advanced Open Water - Minimum 50 dives
Insurance Dive and travel insurance required
Transfer details
Departure
17 Feb 2025
01:00 PM
Buenaventura
Cali Airport: CLO
Return
26 Feb 2025
08:00 AM
Buenaventura
Cali Airport: CLO
What's included
Meals and snacks
Water, tea and coffee
Transfers
Nitrox
Dive guide
What's not included
To be paid in advance or onboard
Diving and travel insurance
National park fee - US$360 per trip paid onboard
Optional Extras
To be booked in advance or paid onboard
Single supplement
Gratuities
Alcoholic drinks
Soft drinks
Equipment rental - US$200 per trip
Satellite phone - US$5 per minute
Highlights
Adventurous expedition to a remote UNESCO World Heritage Site
Only one liveaboard permitted, with just 12 divers on board
Hammerheads, silkies, Galapagos sharks, whale sharks and mantas
Explore the rugged walls, pinnacles and swim-throughs and reefs
Dive with the fastest marine animal on the planet - the sailfish

Day 1: Private transport from Cali to Buenaventura (approximately 3 hours). Upon arrival in Buenaventura guests will be transported to the Ferox. Guests will participate in vessel safety drills.

Day 2: Transit to Malpelo. General dive briefing / national park briefing / equipment set-up.

Day 3: We arrive at Malpelo, after a dive briefing and safety checks, we will begin dive operations.

Day 4-7: The vessel will circumnavigate the island of Malpelo, offering up to 3 divers a day. The number of days may vary depending on the dates chosen.

Day 8: Two dives before returning to Buenaventura.

Day 9: Transit to Buenaventura.

Day 10: Arrival at the port of Buenaventura after approximately 30 hours of navigation. Private transportation to Cali.

Sample itineraries are for guidance only. Actual itineraries may differ slightly due to factors such as weather, wildlife, logistics and local regulations.
Payment & cancellation terms
Payment policy
30% deposit - required to secure reservation.
30% - 120 days prior to departure.
40% balance - due 60 days prior to departure.
Bookings received less than 60 days before departure require payment in full to secure reservation.
Cancellation policy
30% of total booking amount will be charged if canceled more than 120 days in advance of expedition.
60% of total booking amount will be charged if canceled between 120 to 60 days in advance of expedition.
100% of total booking amount will be charged if canceled less than 60 days in advance of expedition.
Special offers or promotions - separate payment and cancellation terms may apply.
Group bookings - separate payment and cancellation terms may apply.
Contact the ZuBlu travel team if you have any questions about payment terms and cancellation.
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Per person, diving included
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Cabins

Single cabin, upper deck, portside
Single bed
1 person
Non shareable
Single cabin B, lower deck
Single bed
1 person
Non shareable
Single cabin A, lower deck
Single bed
1 person
Non shareable
Queen cabin
Queen size bed
2 people
Non shareable
Single cabin, upper deck, starboard
Single bed
1 person
Non shareable
Full cabin, lower deck
Single bed
1 person
Non shareable

If you are a solo traveller, we aim to allocate shared cabins on a same-sex basis.
Non-shareable cabins can not be shared with another single traveler outside your party. A single occupancy surcharge will be applied.