At 46 metres in length, the Black Pearl Explorer is spacious and sophisticated with state-of-the-art amenities. Accommodating up to 24 divers, this luxury vessel has 12 cabins split into 2 Master Seaview cabins, 4 main-deck Deluxe Seaview cabins, and 5 lower-deck Standard cabins. All cabins have an ocean view, some with large windows and some with portholes. All cabins feature two twin beds, air conditioning, LED TV, in-room entertainment, high-quality linens, pillows and towels, wireless charging pods, 110 V universal electricity sockets with USB ports, reading lights, electric kettle, safe box, and ensuite bathrooms (with shower, rinsing sink, eco-friendly soap & shampoo and hairdryer).
There is plenty of space on board, both on the dive deck and on the extensive main deck. The main deck has an outdoor salon and bar with a hot tub, and an indoor dining area complete with a second bar. On surface intervals, divers can unwind on the covered sun deck (with sunbeds and comfortable benches), have fun in the dedicated upper deck entertainment salon, or simply relax on the upper deck outside lounge and bar and take in the 360° view of Palau’s scenic islands. The waterline-level dive deck and the indoor gear station offer enough space for up to 24 divers, and at least 4 guides who will be in the water on each dive. It is also equipped with a camera station that has a variety of plugs and USB ports for use by underwater photographers and videographers. All dives are made with 2 shaded fiberglass tenders, each with a capacity of 12 divers.
Black Pearl Explorer offers the following itineraries:
-Palau Islands 7 night itinerary
-Palau Islands 10 night itinerary
Divers can choose from 7 night or 10 night itineraries; the classic Best of Palau itinerary will introduce you to the magic of the entire destination while the Spawning Special itineraries are scheduled to coincide with the phases of the moon to provide opportunities to catch the spawning aggregations of the Bumphead Parrotfish and the Red Snapper.
Prices include: Cabin accommodation on Black Pearl Explorer with up to 4 dives per day (inc night dive), free Nitrox, tanks/weights/weight belts, all meals, snacks and hot beverages.
Marine Park & Harbour fees: Price on request