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Oct 13 - 20, 2018

Cayman Aggressor IV

Unlimited diving!

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Grand Cayman, Little Cayman and Cayman Brac

The crystal clear, warm water of the Cayman Islands has made it one of the top scuba diving destinations in the world. Divers will explore the walls and ship wrecks of Grand Cayman, Little Cayman and Cayman Brac. Just 400 miles south of Miami, the waters are full of tropical fish, eagle rays, turtles, reef sharks, lobsters, and octopus. The diving includes swim throughs, dramatic drop offs, and wrecks. In Little Cayman alone there are over 50 unique dive sites featuring exotic sponges and colorful coral gardens. The corals are healthy, the crew and food are excellent, and we'll dive with friendly grouper that are like underwater puppy dogs.

All rooms have a port window.

The Cyaman Island Aggressor is easy to get to, (~ 7 hr flight time from PDX or PHX with 1 stop). The price reflects a $500+ sale. This is a great deal for an all-inclusive Yacht, with Chef prepared meals, and unlimited diving in crystal clear water!

Trip Includes

7 Nights on yacht
All meals snacks, beverages, sodas, local beer and wine
Unlimited diving!
Breakfast (cooked to order), buffet lunch and an elegant meal at dinner with tableside service are served in addition to fresh mid-morning and mid-afternoon snacks.
Beverages (alcoholic and non-alcoholic) are complimentary
Rooms have a closet, port window, individual climate control, monitor with media player and hair dryer
Unlimited diving is offered - all dives are from the mother ship. Up to five dives per day (2 on the last day) including night dives.

Trip Excludes

Airfare, tips, gear,
Unlimited Nitrox $100
$45 per person port fee paid onboard
Airport transfers
Trip cancellation and dive insurance

Diving

Dives/day: With all dives from the mother ship, unlimited diving is offered. Diving begins Sunday morning and ends Friday around noon when the Aggressor returns to port. Up to 27 dives.

Nitrox: Unlimited Nitrox is $100 per week.

Expected water temp: Usually averages 82 - 84°F

Expected viz: 80 – 200’

Tanks, weights: 80 cubic ft. tanks, weight belts, and weights are provided.

Other gear: Available for rent

Dive guides: While in the water, you and your buddy are in charge. Every dive starts with a dive briefing from the yacht staff. On some dive sites a staff member will offer to lead a group and assist them in locating specific points of interest. However, the yacht does not offer direct supervision of dives. Most dives are good for snorkeling!

Expected diving: While onboard, you may pick a buddy of your choice, or dive with one of the crewmembers. The yacht offers up to five dives per day (2 on the last day) including night dives.

Nearest hyperbaric chamber: Georgetown, Grand Cayman

Yacht

Style/Comfort: Nice. All staterooms are air-conditioned and fitted with private toilets, showers and sinks. The Cayman Aggressor V sleeps 20 guests in privacy and comfort (we have 18). She features a roomy, air-conditioned salon and dining area, sun deck complete with a hot tub, lounge and deck chairs, stereo and CD player (has an iPod plug-in), shaded wet bar and grill, a complete photo center with a digital video and still photo editing computer.

Alcohol: Beverages (alcoholic and non-alcoholic) are complimentary while onboard. The Aggressor’s selection includes fruit juices, soft drinks, iced water, iced tea, coffee, and a limited selection of local beer and wine, which are complimentary. Due to the high duty charged on liquor, we suggest you bring your special brand from the U.S. or last duty-free point. Due to local regulations; the bar will be closed while the boat is in port.

Food: Breakfast (cooked to order), buffet lunch and an elegant meal at dinner with tableside service are served in addition to fresh midmorning and mid-afternoon snacks.

Linens: Provided

Towels: Provided

External Communication: There is a computer station and satellite phone onboard. It is likely your cell phone/email will work depending on your service provider; however, we suggest you check with your provider prior to traveling. If you need to send an email, you may use the boats email account. Web browsing is not available.

Elecricity: 110 V

Logistics

Airport: George Town, Grand Cayman, BWI (GCM)

Flights: NOT INCLUDED.

Getting here, Saturday October 13th:

Guests who arrive on Saturday October 13 between 11:30 am – 6 pm are greeted at the airport by a Cayman tour guide who will be wearing an Aggressor Fleet hat and shirt and will have guests name on a sign. Cayman taxi regulations do not allow the Cayman company to transfer guests to the yacht. Airport transfers are not included in the cost of your charter. However, the Aggressor representative will assist with luggage and getting a taxi.
If you are already in Grand Cayman, please make your own way to the Cayman Aggressor IV any time after 3:00 p.m. on Saturday October 13. Passengers can arrive up until the last flight Saturday evening. The yacht will depart the dock early Sunday morning.

Friday, October 19th:

Diving ends around noon. After lunch, the yacht returns to George Town, and you have an opportunity to sightsee. The Cayman Aggressor IV hosts a sunset cocktail party Friday evening at 6 pm. Dinner is not served onboard, which is the only meal not provided by the cruise. There are many restaurants in George Town that are in walking distance from where the yacht docks.

Departure, Saturday October 20th:

Check out: Saturday 8 a.m.
A continental breakfast will be offered prior to departing.
The crew will assist with organizing transportation to the airport or a hotel.

Money

Travel insurance: We strongly recommend travel insurance. The guest or their insurance must shoulder the costs of cancellations, losses and disruptions caused by reasons outside of the Dive Operator’s control or responsibility. This includes but is not limited to: inclement weather, health problems, family emergencies, lost luggage, cancelled or postponed flights (including those we book for them) and any other unforeseen reasons that can change travel plans and/or cause financial losses. This is available several places, including DAN, Dive Assure, and www.csatravelpro.com.

Dive insurance: Required.

Airfare: Not included

Other fees:

There is a $95 per person port fee paid onboard.
Airport transfers are not included in the charter price

How settle bill for on board expenses: The Cayman Aggressor IV accepts cash, Visa, & MasterCard. No personal checks, travelers checks, AMEX or Discover Cards.

Tipping: “We believe gratuities should be voluntary and based upon the quality of service the crew has provided. When settling your account Friday morning, the Captain will have an envelope for gratuities that will be divided equally among the crew. Payment can be made by cash, or credit card.”

Before you go

Bring: Cert cards (including Nitrox)!

Forms: Personal information form

Passport: Please ensure your passport is valid at least six months after your return date to the US.

Miscellaneous

Caveat: The dives are subject to the current and weather conditions that day, and can be changed at the Captain’s discretion.

CANCELLATION POLICY: If you cancel you will be refunded when and if the spot is booked by a different diver.

Cayman Islands Liveaboard

Oct 13 - 20, 2018

Cayman Aggressor IV

Unlimited diving!