4 Day/ 4 Night Coral Sea - Scuba Dive Adventure - M.V. Spirit Of Freedom

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Overview

A 37m long, purpose build dive vessel Up to four dives a day Huge entertaining area Spacious rooms with ensuite An abundance of fish life 1July 2011 to 30 June 2012 Cabin Type Price Ocean View Deluxe $2500 Ocean View Standard $2300 Stateroom $2300 Double/ Twin (2) $2050 Quad (4) Share $1750     1 July 2012 to 30 June 2013 Cabin Type Price Ocean View Deluxe $2500 Ocean View Standard $2300 Stateroom $tba Double/ Twin (2) $tba Quad (4) Share $tba     Spirit of Freedom's Coral Sea and Ribbon Reef Itinerary Mates Rates special  25% off the Second persons price for departures from 20 February to 31 May, 2012 Block out 5 April departure Click here To find out more, check availability and/or secure a booking online Departs                Every Thursday Duration: 4 Days and 4 Nights No Dives: 14 Dives Availability: Departure schedule, live status and to book select the Book Now button in the left hand column Itinerary Overview   Time Activity Thurs 7.30am Hotel transfers begin 8.30am depart from small commuter airport low level flight to Lizard Island.  Board Spirit of Freedom - you will do 2 dives today Overnight cruise out into the Coral Sea (weather permitting) Fri First of 2 Days on Osprey Reef Up to 4 dives today, including a night dive Sat Last Day in the Coral Sea Another 4 dives including a night dive. Overnight Cruise back to the Ribbon Reefs Sun Last full Day at Sea Diving along the Ribbon Reefs 3-5 incl the famous Steve's Bommie. Overnight cruise back into Cairns Mon  7.30am Disemberk Early morning breakfast before you disembark and are transferred back to your accommodation About this liveaboard Spirit of Freedom has stamped its mark as a world class live-on-board dive vessel offering exclusive diving itineraries in the Coral Sea. She provides a superior level of service including a choice of four cabins styles all featuring daily servicing, private bathrooms and chef prepared cuisine. Australian wines are served with all evening meals. Launched in 2002, Spirit of Freedom boasts the very best in passenger comfort. Their friendly and experienced crew will ensure that your trip on Spirit of Freedom is both memorable and unique. On Board diving facilities and services include high quality dive equipment, nitrox, camera hire, courses and an in-water dive supervisor (not on every dive)  At 37 metres long and over 7 metres wide, and fitted with sensitive electronic stabilizers, she offers all passengers stable and comfortable open sea cruising. Departing Cairns on Thursdays you enjoy the beauty of the reef from both on and below the surface as well as above it as you take a low level flight either to the boat. This exclusive cruise showcases the best that the Coral Sea has to offer whether it be diving Osprey Reef, Bougainville Reef or the world famous Cod Hole and Ribbon Reefs. Potato Cod, masses of colourful tropical fish, turtles, anemones, sea snakes and magnificent coral gardens are just some of the highlights. What else they need to know Minimum level of certification required to join this trip is Openwter Diver Additional services available on board Nitrox course and/or Nitrox Fills Advanced Openwater Course Full Hire Department Dont forget its Dwarf Minke Whale season in June and July! * Non- diving passengers, please deduct $100 the above cabin rates. Pricing: 01 July to 30 June

 

 

Inclusions

• Return Hotel Transfers
• Delicious Chef prepared meals
• Complimentary Australian Wines are offered with dinner
• Opportunity for 16 dives including night dives (weather permitting)

Exclusions

Compulsory charges and payable on board

• EMC  ($20)
• Fuel Levy $40.00

Available to be prebooked and prepaid or booked and paid for on board

• Full scuba gear hire- incl wetsuit, dive computer & torch ($160)
• PADI Advanced Course ($220)
• PADI Nitrox Course ($220)
• Nitrox Package- all dives onboard ($105)
   

 

• Special note:
  Due to light aircraft weight restrictions, your total luggage weight is limited to 20 kilograms/ 45 lb per person. All bags must be soft sided.

 

 

Itinerary

4 DAY CORAL SEA
Includes one way flight to Lizard Island over the reef

Departing: Cairns 08:30am Thursday
Returning: Cairns 07:00am Monday 

Sample Itinterary:

Thursday- Courtesy coach transfer from Cairns city hotels to Cairns airport will commence at 07:30am. Your twin-engine light aircraft will depart at 08:30am for your scenic flight over the reef to Lizard Island. Spirit of Freedom crew will greet you on arrival and transfer you to the vessel, where we will depart for the reef.
This afternoon we will have the opportunity for two dives before departing in the late evening for Osprey Reef, in the Coral Sea. The dives may be at sites such as the Cod Hole and Dynamite Pass.
 
Friday & Saturday- Osprey Reef. Australia?s Coral Sea reefs are renown for crystal clear water with an average visibility in excess of 100 feet. Two days can be spent diving at Osprey Reef, including North Horn, well known for its shark action. You can expect to see grey whalers, silvertips, reef sharks, occasional hammerheads, schooling barracuda, trevally, and other pelagics are common. The landscape is amazing with sheer walls laced with gorgonians, sea whips, and bright yellow soft corals rising from thousands of feet below.
Sunday-
Option 2: Today we return to the Ribbon Reefs # 3 to 5 to dive the sensational Steve's Bommie, Temple of Doom, Flare Point, and other sites. In the months of June & July is a great opportunity for further interaction with Minke Whales. After dinner on Sunday evening we will cruise overnight back to Cairns

Monday- Arrive Cairns approximately 06:30am. Breakfast will be served on board and hotel transfer will be arranged for approx 07:30am.

Please note that above itinerary is a sample only andsites may vary or the sequence may change. Access to the Cod Hole and the Coral Sea is weather conditional and while every attempt will be made to keep to the advertised itinerary, the Coral Sea and specific sites on the Great Barrier Reef are not guaranteed.

Special note: Due to light aircraft weight restrictions, your total luggage weight is limited to 20 kilograms/ 45 lb per person. All bags must be soft sided.

Requirements

Terms and Conditions

Cancellation Terms & Conditions of Travel
Please ensure you read carefully our terms and conditions for travelling on board Spirit of Freedom.  We require that you return this form, signed by each participant, to your booking agent, when placing your confirmed booking.

Thank-you for your assistance
We look forward to seeing you on board Spirit of Freedom!

Spirit of Freedom Pty Ltd will herewith be referred to as SOF

1. CANCELLATION POLICY

• AU$100 administration fee applies for cancellations with 60 days or more notice
• 20% cancellation fee applies with less than 60 days notice
• 100% fee applies with 21 days or less notice

2. TERMS   
SOF will endeavour to adhere to the scheduled itinerary, but reserve the right to alter the proposed itinerary or cancel the trip in the event of extreme weather conditions.  Trip itineraries are subject to change at the sole discretion of the Master of the Vessel.  In the event that a trip is delayed, or cut short due to weather or medical emergency, fees will not be refunded.  SOF will not be held financially responsible for an alternative trip or accommodation, any inconvenience incurred, or for adverse weather conditions or illness as a result.  Trip fees will not be refunded should you be unable to board in time for the scheduled departure or be unable to complete all available dives. The purchase of travel insurance is highly recommended.

3. EVACUATION INSURANCE
All SOF passengers are required to have a comprehensive accident and evacuation insurance.  Please be aware that scuba diving and in water activities are not covered by most travel insurance.  Proof of diver medivac insurance
must be provided on boarding SOF. Should you not carry your own cover, a comprehensive PADI Evacuation and accident insurance is available for purchase on board from AU$25.

4. MEDICAL STATEMENT
You will be required  to state that you are medically fit to dive when you board SOF.
If you have a medical history of: 

• Asthma
• Epilepsy
• Diabetes
• Heart or Lung disorders
• It is required that you produce a current diving medical certificate, from a diving medical specialist, stating that you are medically fit to scuba dive.

5. LIABILITY WAIVER
A liability waiver will be presented to you when you board SOF.  Your signature is required on the waiver in order to allow participation in scuba diving.

6. MARINE PARK FEES
The Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority collect an Environment Management Charge (EMC) from all persons entering the Marine Park.  This fee assists the ongoing research and preservation of our Great Barrier Reef.  A maximum $15 per person is payable on board.

7. OTHER

• Certified divers must present a valid Certification Card before diving.
• Same gender cabin share isn’t guaranteed.

I have read and understood Spirit of Freedom’s ‘Cancellation Terms and Conditions of Travel’.  I agree with Listed Items 1 to 7 and will comply with all requirements as specified.

Signature(s):________________________________________ Date:_________

The Dive information & Conditions of Travel forms must be completed and fax to the store prior to the day of travel- ASAP.

* Note to Agent:  Please return this signed form to Spirit of Freedom upon receipt from your client.

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