Turks and Caicos Explorer II Liveaboard, Turks and Caicos

Exciting dive safaris exploring the Turks and Caicos' best diving onboard this welcoming liveaboard

from$399 /day

per person

Overview

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.

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

Choose your trip

18Jan 2025
8D / 7N
Snorkeling with Humpback Whales
0 dives
from $4,295
Overview
Length of trip 8 days / 7 nights
Number of dives 0
Experience No experience required
Insurance Travel insurance required
Transfer details
Departure
18 Jan 2025
03:00 PM
Puerto Plata
Puerto Plata International Airport (POP)
Return
25 Jan 2025
09:00 AM
Puerto Plata
Puerto Plata International Airport (POP)
What's included
Meals and snacks
Water, tea and coffee
Alcoholic drinks
Soft drinks
Towels and toiletries
What's not included
To be paid in advance or onboard
Travel insurance
Permits and cruising fee - US$450 per person
Port and fuel surcharge - US$450 per person
Optional Extras
To be booked in advance or paid onboard
Single supplement - 65%
Transfers
Gratuities
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.
Payment & cancellation terms
Payment policy
30% deposit - required to secure reservation.
70% balance - due 60 days prior to departure.
Bookings received less than 60 days before departure require payment in full to secure reservation.
Cancellation policy
>12 months prior to departure - deposit fully refundable.
>6 months prior to departure - 10% of regular rate.
>120 days prior to departure - 20% of regular rate.
>60 days prior to departure - 30% of regular rate.
59 days or less prior to departure - Full payment due and non-refundable.
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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25Jan 2025
8D / 7N
Snorkeling with Humpback Whales
0 dives
from $4,295
Overview
Length of trip 8 days / 7 nights
Number of dives 0
Experience No experience required
Insurance Travel insurance required
Transfer details
Departure
25 Jan 2025
03:00 PM
Puerto Plata
Puerto Plata International Airport (POP)
Return
01 Feb 2025
09:00 AM
Puerto Plata
Puerto Plata International Airport (POP)
What's included
Meals and snacks
Water, tea and coffee
Alcoholic drinks
Soft drinks
Towels and toiletries
What's not included
To be paid in advance or onboard
Travel insurance
Permits and cruising fee - US$450 per person
Port and fuel surcharge - US$450 per person
Optional Extras
To be booked in advance or paid onboard
Single supplement - 65%
Transfers
Gratuities
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.
Payment & cancellation terms
Payment policy
30% deposit - required to secure reservation.
70% balance - due 60 days prior to departure.
Bookings received less than 60 days before departure require payment in full to secure reservation.
Cancellation policy
>12 months prior to departure - deposit fully refundable.
>6 months prior to departure - 10% of regular rate.
>120 days prior to departure - 20% of regular rate.
>60 days prior to departure - 30% of regular rate.
59 days or less prior to departure - Full payment due and non-refundable.
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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Cabins

Lower deck stateroom
Bunk beds
2 people
Shareable
Main deck stateroom
Twin beds
2 people
Shareable
VIP staterooms
Queen size bed
2 people
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.