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2025 and beyond Travel Dive Trips

Dominica October 4th - 11th, 2025

Bandos Island Resort- Maldives July 28th- August 4th, 2026

Bandos Island Resort- Maldives July 28th- August 4th, 2026

This will be our second visit to the Ft Young Hotel and Dive Resort. Our first trip was FANTASTIC and we had nothing but great feedback from our visitors. Click below to read more.

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Bandos Island Resort- Maldives July 28th- August 4th, 2026

Bandos Island Resort- Maldives July 28th- August 4th, 2026

Bandos Island Resort- Maldives July 28th- August 4th, 2026

Join us on this 7 day bucket list trip to dive the Maldives! This gorgeous resort is one of the highest rated in the Maldives and this trip directly precedes our Live-a-board trip if you wanted to make the best of this once in a lifetime opportunity. 


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Spirit of the Maldives Live-a-board August 4th-14th, 2026

Bandos Island Resort- Maldives July 28th- August 4th, 2026

Spirit of the Maldives Live-a-board August 4th-14th, 2026

Join us on this 10 day bucket list trip to dive the Maldives! This is a brand new boat and is sure to be an unforgettable time with some amazing diving. 


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Roatan All Inclusive Sep 5th-12th, 2026

Spirit of the Maldives Live-a-board August 4th-14th, 2026

We have run a shop trip 11 years in a row now to the wonderful island of Roatan Honduras! We have the absolutely BEST deal around without cutting corners.

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Belize All Inclusive Sep 19th-26th, 2026

Join us for an epic trip to Blackbird Caye resort in Belize! Dive the Great Blue Hole, Half Moon Caye, and Turneffe Atoll. 

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Indonesia June 25th-July 10th, 2027

Join us on our "Passport to Paradise" tour of Indonesia! 3 different resorts, 15 days, and 40+ dives will ensure you get a taste of all that this destination has to offer.


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Philippines March 4th-18th, 2028

Fiji - Beqa Lagoon - July 7th-21st, 2029

Fiji - Beqa Lagoon - July 7th-21st, 2029

Our third trip to the Philippines! This trip includes a port transition week moving the yacht from one port to another diving rare sites along the way followed by a week  to Tubbataha! Get pampered and enjoy some of the best diving in the world!


TWO WEEK LIVE-A-BOARD! - TUBBATAHA!

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Fiji - Beqa Lagoon - July 7th-21st, 2029

Fiji - Beqa Lagoon - July 7th-21st, 2029

Fiji - Beqa Lagoon - July 7th-21st, 2029

This will be our 2nd trip to Beqa Lagoon Resort in Fiji. We loved it so much the first time we had already booked this trip before we even left the island. This is a truly special place and the experience you have here will create memories that will last a lifetime. Book one or both weeks. This deal is great! 


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Individual Travel

Fiji - Beqa Lagoon - July 7th-21st, 2029

Individual Travel

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Dominica - october 4th-11th, 2025

Additional Information

Where city, reef and rainforest converge, Fort Young Hotel & Dive Resort is a full-service, heritage hotel on the Caribbean Sea. Boasting a coveted oceanfront location in the heart of Dominica’s vibrant capital, Roseau, and distinguished as the island’s only All-Inclusive offering, Fort Young provides unparalleled access to the heart of the island, while our modern, boutique-style accommodations and peerless amenities complete an idyllic Caribbean holiday. 


From seaside al fresco dining, entertainment and duty-free shopping on the resort’s waterfront, to the neighboring French Quarter’s Saturday markets and unfathomable adventures at your doorstep — waterfall hikes, hot spring soaks, rainforest walks and world-class scuba diving right off the dock — Fort Young Hotel & Dive Resort is your gateway to experiencing Dominica by both land and sea.


Rooms include:

  • 1 King or 2 Double Beds
  • Geometric woodwork design
  • Custom wallpaper to resemble the Fort's original 1778 French decor
  • Dominica’s national anthem lyrics artfully displayed on the shower wall
  • Nature inspired color palette
  • Small Refrigerator
  • Safety Deposit Box
  • Iron & Ironing Board
  • Coffee Maker
  • Single Sink
  • Stand-Up Shower
  • Flat Screen TV
  • Table & Desk Area
  • Hair Dryer
  • Air Conditioning


Deposit / Payment Schedule


Bookings through April 30th, 2025 - $1000 Deposit holds your spot


April 30th, 2025 - Additional $1000 per person is due for those already booked. New bookings deposit is $2000 per person. This is the last date to cancel for a full refund. Those that canceled after April 1st will only be refunded if we can fill their spot with a standby diver or they can fill their spot with a full paying customer. 


July 30th, 2025 - Full cost is due for new bookings and the remaining balance is due for this that have deposits placed. 


Trip insurance is highly recommended and very affordable. 

Trip Pricing and inclusions

ROOM PRICING - Based on double occupancy


OCEANFRONT ROOM -  $2795 PP - Diver

Non Diver - Deduct $-500

Single Diver - Add $1000


*Optional Add -ons:

Nitrox for the week - $143


Trip Inclusions:

Roundtrip Airfare out of BWI - 

7 Nights Accommodations- Oceanfront

Breakfast Daily

5 days of 2 tank dives

Complimentary unlimited shore dives

Waterfall Combo Tour

$50 Spa credit per person

Marine Park Fee

All taxes and charges


Trip Exclusions:

Travel to and from BWI

Meals other than breakfast

Alchohol and sodas


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Bandos island resort - maldives July 28th-Autust 4th, 2026

Additional Information

BANDOS ISLAND RESORT - MALDIVES


Let your tropical paradise fantasies come to life at Bandos Maldives. Enveloped by crystal-clear turquoise waters and expansive stretches of pristine white beaches, our enchanting resort is just 7 km from Velana International Airport. With 220 rooms across 8 stunning categories, 

Bandos weaves unforgettable experiences, staying true to its reputation as "the island of hospitality”.


Depart and return flights from/to Male.


Please note: A minimum of Advanced Open Water certification is required for this itinerary.


ROUND TRIP GROUP AIRFARE WILL BE AVAILABLE AS SOON AS PRICES ARE AVAILABLE! (This will be an additional cost and optional but highly recommended to start with the group)


INCLUSIONS:

  •  7 Nights Accommodations
  • Full Board, 3 Meals Daily
  • 10 Boat Dive Package including weights and tanks
  • Roundtrip Airport/Island Transfers
  • Service Charge 10% and 17% TGST Tax
  • Green Tax


EXCLUSIONS:

  • Travel to and from Male - Group airfare will be available as soon as pricing is posted
  • Dives outside of included dives as show above
  • Tips / Gratuities 
  • Alchohol 


Trip insurance is highly recommended and very affordable. 


Trip Costs and Deposit / Payment Plan


Deluxe Beachfront

Double Diver - $3395 pp

Double Non Diver - $2695 pp

Single Diver - $4395 pp

Single Non Diver - $3695


Premium Beachfront

Double Diver - $3995 pp

Double Non Diver - $3295 pp

Single Diver - $5495 pp

Single Non Diver - $4995 pp


Rates are per person and subject to updated pricing.


Children ages 3 to 11 can be added to any accommodation above for $400


Deposits and payments made with a credit card will be subject to a 3% credit card convenience fee. Payments made by cash or check will be actual amount with no fee added.


A deposit of $2000 per person will hold your spot.


October 31st, 2025 - Additional $2000 per person is due. New bookings, $2000 is the deposit amount.


***This is the last date to cancel for full refund. Deposits placed after this date are only refundable if you can find someone to take your spot or we fill it with a standby or new booking.***


 Jan 31st, 2026 - Remaining balance is due. New bookings must pay in full. 


Deposits are fully refundable for any reason up until October 31st, 2025. Those seeking refunds after that date will be issued a full refund if they can find someone to take their spot or if we can fill the spot with a standby or new booking. If a replacement cannot be found, deposits and payments up to this point are forfeited.


***Group airfare pricing will be available as soon as pricing can be obtained. Airfare pricing is subject to change without notice and will not be an acceptable reason to cancel within the cancellation parameters set above.***


Trip insurance is highly recommended and very affordable. Plans can be found through Divers Alert Network.

Spirit of the Maldives Live-a-board August 4th-14th, 2026

Additional Information

WONDERS OF THE NORTHERN ATOLLS​


Atolls: North Male Atoll – Lhaviyani Atoll – Noonu Atoll – Raa Atoll – Baa Atoll – Rasdhu Atoll – Ari Atoll


Journey and dive through North Male Atoll and cross the mighty Karshidu Channel to the Northern Atolls. These atolls boast their own unique charm and beauty and are renowned for their spectacular dive sites and diverse marine life.  


While we see mantas throughout the year on this itinerary, from May to October we offer a slight variation. Baa Atoll is home to Hanifaru lagoon which is a UNESCO Marine Reserve and during south west season (May to October) it is known for large numbers of manta rays and whale sharks congregating to feed on the plankton swept in by the prevailing current, this is a mesmerizing spectacle.  Only snorkeling is allowed in Hanifaru, but the experience is nothing short of extraordinary. 


Our 10 night itinerary will venture on through the Northern Atolls to unveil a plethora of remarkable dive sites including the Shark Nursery, Horobadhoo Thila, Shipwreck Graveyard and Christmas Rock, to name but a few. Each dive reflects the Maldives’ natural beauty and rich marine biodiversity. We visit manta cleaning stations throughout the year which are an absolute highlight of diving in the Maldives. 


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Depart and return flights from/to Male.


Please note: A minimum of Advanced Open Water certification is required for this itinerary.


ROUND TRIP GROUP AIRFARE WILL BE AVAILABLE AS SOON AS PRICES ARE AVAILABLE! (This will be an additional cost and optional but highly recommended to start with the group)


INCLUSIONS:

  • Meet and greet at the airport: transfers to the boat and back
  • diving ( dives on a 10-night itinerary - includes an extra night dive)
  • 3 meals per day: afternoon snacks
  • 1 BBQ dinner on local island (weather allowing)
  • unlimited drinking water, tea. coffee: government and bed tax: One (1) house beer/wine with dinner per day
  •  Island visits // separate diving Dhoni


EXCLUSIONS:

  • Travel to and from Male - Group airfare will be available as soon as pricing is posted
  • Dives outside of included dives as show above
  • Tips / Gratuities 


Trip insurance is highly recommended and very affordable. 


Trip Costs and Deposit / Payment Plan


Upper Deck Suite - $4399 pp

Upper Deck Cabin - $3999 pp

Main Deck Suite - $4199 pp

Lower Deck Cabin - $3699 pp


Rates are based on double occupancy and per person. 


Single supplement fee of additional 65% of room fee will guarantee a private cabin.


Deposits and payments made with a credit card will be subject to a 3% credit card convenience fee. Payments made by cash or check will be actual amount with no fee added.


A deposit of $1000 per person will hold your spot.


October 31st, 2025 - Additional $2000 per person is due. New bookings, $2000 is the deposit amount.


***This is the last date to cancel for full refund. Deposits placed after this date are only refundable if you can find someone to take your spot or we fill it with a standby or new booking.***


 Jan 31st, 2026 - Remaining balance is due. New bookings must pay in full. 


Deposits are fully refundable for any reason up until October 31st, 2025. Those seeking refunds after that date will be issued a full refund if they can find someone to take their spot or if we can fill the spot with a standby or new booking. If a replacement cannot be found, deposits and payments up to this point are forfeited.


***Group airfare pricing will be available as soon as pricing can be obtained. Airfare pricing is subject to change without notice and will not be an acceptable reason to cancel within the cancellation parameters set above.***


Trip insurance is highly recommended and very affordable. Plans can be found through Divers Alert Network.

Roatan, Honduras! - September 5th-12th - 2026

Additional Information

We have run a shop trip ten years in a row now to the wonderful island of Roatan Honduras! We have the absolutely BEST deal around without cutting corners. The Mayan Princess beac and dive resort is absolutely beautiful and the diving is world class. We saw at least one turtle on EVERY dive on all four trips and the reef is in absolutely wonderful condition. Truly an experience you should partake in.


We will be departing BWI Airport on Saturday September 5th and returning on Saturday September 12th, 2026..


Heard that Honduras isn't the best place to visit? Worried about your safety? This resort is located on Roatan which is an island off the main coast of Honduras. We felt very safe and never had one issue while exploring the island. The main source of income is tourism so they treat visitors right!


Not a diver? Don't worry! The resort has some of the most pristine beach we have ever seen and several pools including a lagoon style pool next to the bar! There is also plenty to do if your'e not the "lay in the sun" type. From zip-lining adventures, jungle tours, monkey experiences, to shopping, you won't be bored in Roatan! 


This is an ALL INCLUSIVE trip which means you have absolutely nothing to worry about. Let us do the work, you just relax and enjoy your vacation. Everything from airport transfers, diving, and food, to drinks (alcohol included), and access to the beach, everything is included in this package price.​


Rooms include:
- Complimentary Shuttle Service to Airport or Pier.
- Personalized Check in at the resort with  welcome cocktail.
- Prestige Suite ® Bed with pillow – top mattress, Egyptian cotton bed ware, plush duvet cover and multiple pillows.
- Rotating 32'' LCD TV with Satellite cable in the living room.
- Comfortable and elegant living room with queen size pull out bed.
- Fully equipped kitchen.
- Balcony with 4 person dining furniture.
- In – suite electronic safety deposit box.
- Four Specialty Restaurants ( Calkett's, The Beach Club San Simon, and Luna Maya ), all with different culinary offers for dinner, our -Restaurant Ballam serves international buffet for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
- Unlimited National and International Premium liquors, wide variety of wines and beers.
- Complimentary Wireless internet access in suites and public areas.
- Tour and activities coordination available.
- 250 feet Blue Lagoon pool with in – pool hot Jacuzzi for 8 people.
- Board games and book exchange available.
- Daytime social entertainment, including live music and cultural shows.
- Canopy shaded beds and lounge chairs on the beach and around the pool, with plush large towels.


Deposit / Payment Schedule


Bookings through March 31st, 2026 - $1000 Deposit holds your spot


April 1st, 2026 - Additional $1000 per person is due for those already booked. New bookings deposit is $2000 per person. This is the last date to cancel for a full refund. Those that canceled after April 1st will only be refunded if we can fill their spot with a standby diver or they can fill their spot with a full paying customer. 


July 1st, 2026 - Full cost is due for new bookings and the remaining balance is due for this that have deposits placed. 


Trip insurance is highly recommended and very affordable. 

Trip Pricing and inclusions

ROOM PRICING **See Notes**


KING BED VILLA - $2595 pp

INCLUDES RT AIRFARE OUT OF BWI!


BEACH FRONT KING VILLA - $2895 pp

INCLUDES RT AIRFARE OUT OF BWI!


TWO BEDROOM TWO BATH BEACHFRONT- $2695 Per person **QUAD OCCUPANCY**

INCLUDES RT AIRFARE OUT OF BWI!


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1 Bedroom trundle: 1 queen bed, 1 pull-out trundle, 1 sofa sleeper. Poolside.   

                        
1 Bedroom king: 1 king bed, 1 sofa sleeper. Poolside or garden view.


1 Bedroom Beachfront: 1 king bed, 1 sofa sleeper. Beachfront view  

             
2-Bedroom Wannabe: 2 Bedroom, 1 bath with sofa sleeper. 1 small bedroom, queen bed and 1 bedroom with king bed.  Based on double occupancy   


2-Bedroom, 2-Bath Beachfront - 2 Bedroom, 2 bath beachfront villa on the Las Sirenas section. Each bedroom has 1 queen bed and sofa sleeper on the living area. Based on quad occupancy.


Trip Inclusions:

Roundtrip Airfare out of BWI - AIRFARE PRICING IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE UNTIL WE LOCK IN THE RATES!

Resort Airport Transfers included  

15 dive package with 1 night dive. Round Trip Airport transfers

3 meals daily at 4 specialty restaurants, unlimited beverage package with premium liquors.

Tanks and Weights

All resort taxes


Trip Exclusions:

Marine Park Fee - $10 per person

Equipment Rental

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Optional Add Ons: - Paid at the resort

Additional Shark Dive - Add $148.50 per person

Nitrox Upgrade (for the week) - $148.75 per person

Dive Boat / Resort Staff Gratuities

Off Resort Excursions


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Roatan 2025 Video

Taken by our divers in 2025

blackbird caye belize! - September 19th-26th - 2026

Additional Information

Blackbird Caye is a gentle breeze blowing through beachside cabanas; a helping hand, offered with a smile; unparalleled access to Turneffe Atoll’s best dive sites. With our guest-centric approach and sustainable infrastructure, we provide the service expected of a modern resort. And with its location, you will create the memories expected of a tropical getaway.


No need to bring your snacks — in the palapa, all you need is your appetite. Giving international flavors a local makeover, the Blackbird Restaurant incorporates freshly-caught seafood and Belizean produce into every breakfast, lunch, and dinner. If you get hungry between meals, head for the water; two tropical bars serve snacks and drinks alongside the largest reef in the Caribbean.


Tucked along the eastern coast of Central America, Belize is a place where nature writes the itinerary. Vibrant coral reefs fringe the coastline, lush rainforests stretch inland, and the rhythm of daily life moves with the sea. English is the official language, but the air carries a melodic mix of Creole, Spanish, and Garifuna, echoes of the country’s Afro-Caribbean, Mayan, and Mestizo roots. Just 25 miles offshore, Blackbird Caye awaits, located along the edge of Turneffe Atoll, a protected marine reserve within the largest reef system in the Western Hemisphere.


Deposit / Payment Schedule


Bookings through March 31st, 2026 - $1000 Deposit holds your spot


April 1st, 2026 - Additional $1000 per person is due for those already booked. New bookings deposit is $2000 per person. This is the last date to cancel for a full refund. Those that canceled after April 1st will only be refunded if we can fill their spot with a standby diver or they can fill their spot with a full paying customer. 


July 1st, 2026 - Full cost is due for new bookings and the remaining balance is due for this that have deposits placed. 


Trip insurance is highly recommended and very affordable. 

Trip Pricing and inclusions

ROOM PRICING

**All prices based on double occupancy**


Triplex Cabana- $2200 pp

Non diver deduct $200


Ocean Suite - $2400 pp

Non diver deduct $200


Superior Cabana - $2400 pp

Non diver deduct $200


SINGLE OCCUPANCY - CONTACT US


Trip Inclusions:


Roundtrip Airfare will be available as soon as pricing is posted - AIRFARE PRICING IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE UNTIL WE LOCK IN THE RATES!


- Welcome reception upon arrival

- 3 meals per day 

- 3 dives per day with tanks and weights (2 dives on the last day before flying)

- 1 FREE Night Dive during the week

- Valet diving

- Happy hour hors d’oeuvres each evening 

- Great Blue Hole, Half Moon Caye, National Monument, Long Caye day trip, The Witconcrete Wreck Experience at Turneffe Atoll, The Elbow Dive followed by the Nature Trails at Calabash Caye 

- Complimentary use of kayaks and paddle-boards

- Complimentary ground and boat transfers **For our group airfare only** Turneffe Atoll’s only airstrip, WiFi in lobby, palapa bar and restaurant


Trip Exclusions: 

- Alcohol 

- Nitrox - $90

- Dive and snorkel equipment rentals (dive computers required) 

- Blue Hole Marine Reserve Fee of $40 US per person (Subject to change)

- Turneffe Atoll Marine Park Fee of $25 US per person (Subject to change)

- BTB tax of $4.50 US per person, per day (Subject to change)

- Bar drinks 

- Gratuities


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INDONESIA - MANADO, BANGKA, LEMBEH - JUN 25 - JUL 10, 2027

Additional Information

Discover North Sulawesi’s breathtaking underwater worlds with our Passport to Paradise—a one-of-a-kind dive journey spanning three unique destinations,

Bunaken->Bangka->Lembeh. With 150+ dive sites to explore and seamless

resort-to-resort boat transfers, there’s no gear packing, no wasted time—just dive,

relax, and repeat.


This thoughtfully designed package combines North Sulawesi’s unmatched marine

diversity with friendly-luxury service, ensuring a fun, flexible, and stress-free

experience.


(3) Three resorts, (5) Five days at each resort, boat transfers between resorts with dives along the way. Over 40 dives in one of the world's top dive destinations. What's not to love?!? 


Murex Manado 

Murex Bangka

Lembeh Resort


Are you ready to dive into paradise?


Day 1 - Arrival Day

Our staff will welcome and escort you to our resort. The car journey time is between 45

minutes to 1 hour. Upon arrival at Murex Manado you’ll be greeted with a welcome

drink & snack. We will show you to your room for a quick refresh before a welcome briefing. Dinner is served at 6.30 PM.


Day 2 - First Day of Diving

Coffee is available from 6:30 AM, and breakfast begins at 7 AM. To ensure everyone has plenty of time to prepare, we recommend departing at 8:15 AM for two dives in the stunning Bunaken National Park. Explore breathtaking walls and meet our resident sea turtles. Light refreshments will be served on the boat between dives, and we’ll return to the resort for lunch. Optional afternoon, night, and blackwater dives are also available.


Day 3 to 5 -  Diving Days

The boats depart at 8:15 AM, taking you back to Bunaken for two morning dives. Lunch will be served at the resort. In the afternoon, you have the option to relax by the pool, explore Manado on a city tour, or join one of our other tours and activities. Alternatively, you can opt for more diving adventures, including afternoon dives or night dives like Blackwater and Bonfire dives.


Murex Manado / Bunaken

Stunning walls and hard corals. Lose count of the number of turtles in a single dive. Look out for reef sharks, schooling fish, sea snakes, passing eagle rays, sting rays, abundant critters and macro life, and resident dolphin and pilot whale pods alongside the boat.


Day 6 - Manado to Bangka

This morning you’ll make your first Passport to Paradise boat transfer from Murex

Manado to Murex Bangka Resort. During the boat transfer, you’ll enjoy two dives at

unique sites that are not often accessed by other resorts.


Day 7 - First Day Diving Bangka

Boats depart at 8.15 AM and we’ll make two reef dives around Bangka Island. Lunch is

served at the resort. Options for afternoon, night and blackwater dives are available.

Alternatively you can choose to simply relax in a hammock and enjoy the white sand

beach. Or you may prefer kayaking through the mangroves which is extremely peaceful.


Day 8 to 10 - Diving Bangka

We plan 2 morning dives and return to the resort for lunch. Options for afternoon, night

and blackwater dives are available. Or you can take our popular guided trek to our local village of Lihunu which showcases the local way of life and cultural aspects of North Sulawesi. (The Lihunu tour is in addition to your package however kayaking is included)


Murex Bangka

Bangka dive sites are a sensory overload where the pristine reefs are teeming with life.

Pelagics and critters, Bangka has it all! Unique species include dolphins and pilot whales, several species of pygmy seahorse, harlequin and tiger shrimps, blue ring, mimic, reef and wonderpus octopus, ghost pipefish, Ambon scorpionfish, frogfish, turtles, reef sharks, eagle rays, tuna, great barracuda, schooling fish including snappers, fusiliers, cardinals and mackerel.


Day 11 - Bangka to Lembeh

Your second Passport to Paradise boat transfer from Murex Bangka to Lembeh Resort. Once again you’ll make 2 dives at remote dive sites along the way.


Day 12 to 15

Start your day with a delicious breakfast served at 7 AM before our boat departs at 8

AM for the first dive of the day. After an unforgettable underwater experience, return

to the resort at 10 AM for coffee and snacks. At 10:45 AM, head out again for the second morning dive.


Explore the captivating world of muck diving, where you’ll spot some of the ocean’s

most fascinating critters, such as the Hairy Frogfish, Flamboyant Cuttlefish, Blue Ring

Octopus, Hairy Shrimp, Mimic Octopus, and more!


After a buffet lunch at 2:30 PM, join us for an afternoon dive, followed by the chance to

experience a Mandarin dive in the late afternoon. Optional blackwater or bonfire dives are also available for those eager to explore the ocean’s nocturnal world.


Lembeh Resort

The Critter Capital of the World, a Muck Diving Mecca and the Twilight Zone are just a few of the names that have been given to Lembeh Strait over the years due to the high density, and diversity, of rare and unusual marine life. Diving in Lembeh is unlike diving anywhere else as every dive reveals countless species of critters which have made their homes here. Lembeh isn’t just home to frogfish, it’s home to 8 different species of frogfish, 12 species of octopus, 3 species of pygmy seahorse. 


Diving & snorkeling can be combined in the same trip, we are fully flexible.


Day 16 - Farewell

You may want to complete your stay with a relaxing full body massage before you pack to go home. According to your flight time, we’ll transfer you back to the airport and wish you a fond farewell and safe travels!


Deposit / Payment Schedule


Bookings through March 31st, 2026 - $1000 Deposit holds your spot


April 1st, 2026 - Additional $2000 per person is due for those already booked. New bookings deposit is $3000 per person. This is the last date to cancel for a full refund. Those that cancel after April 1st will only be refunded if we can fill their spot with a standby diver or they can fill their spot with a full paying customer.


October 1st, 2026 - Additional $2000 per person is due for those that are already booked. New bookings deposit is $5000 per person. 


Jan 1st, 2027 - Full cost is due for new bookings and the remaining balance is due for this that have deposits placed. 


Trip insurance is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED and very affordable. 

Trip Pricing and inclusions

ROOM PRICING 

*All prices based on double occupancy. The only difference between the packages are the room types at each resort. Everything else is identical. 


Standard Package - $5495 per person

Deluxe cottage - Manadao

Standard Oceanfront Cottage - Bangka

Garden View Room - Lembeh

- Single Diver Supplement Add $840

- Non Diver Deduction $2500


Deluxe Package - $6295 per person

Deluxe cottage - Manado 

Deluxe Hillside Cottage - Bangka

Premium Luxury Room - Lembeh

- Single Diver Supplement Add $1160

- Non Diver Deduction $2500


Premium Package - $6495 per person

Premium Deluxe Cottage - Manado

Premium Oceanfront Cottage - Bangka

Premium Luxury Room - Lembeh

- Single Diver Supplement Add $1335

- Non Diver Deduction $2500


Trip Inclusions:

● 5 Nights at Murex Manado

● 5 Nights at Murex Bangka Resort

● 5 Nights at Lembeh Resort

● Escorted airport transfers

● Nitrox for all scheduled boat dives

● All meals & snacks, unlimited drinking water, coffee and tea

● 40 Guided boat dives (Incl. dives on transfer days**)

● Unlimited Complimentary Self-guided House Reef Dives (the first dive will be guided at each resort)


Trip Exclusions:

● Equipment rental

● Additional boat dives

● Dive Surcharges including night,

bonfire & blackwater dives

● Soft drinks or alcoholic beverages

● Additional snacks or speciality coffees

● Private Guide Services

● Bunaken National Park Entrance fee

IDR 150,000

● Bangka Conservation Fund Donation

● Lembeh Foundation Donation

● Land Tours

● Spa treatments

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Optional Add Ons: 

● Upgrade to Oceanfront villa at Murex Manado - $225 per person

● Minahasa Highland Tour - $96 

● Tangkoko National Park - $124 

● Paragliding Tour - $144 

● Whitewater Rafting - $122

● Manado City Tour - $55

**Prices are per person and a minimum of 2 participants is required for tour to run


**Group Round Trip Airfare will be available when we can get pricing. There will be an additional charge for airfare. Due to airport transfer logistics, airfare must be arranged and paid for through Southern Maryland Divers to participate in this trip.


CONTACT US NOW TO BOOK!

Philippines TUBBATAHA MARCH 3rd THRU MARCH 18TH, 2028

Additional Information - TWO WEEK LIVE-A-BOARD!

Join Southern Maryland Divers on this epic, once in a lifetime "bucket list" trip to the Philippines in 2028! This will be our third trip to the Philippines and this is one you don't want to miss. We have set the trip date out far enough so that you can save and plan. This trip is not to be missed and will surely be one for the books.  We'll be diving with the premier dive operation in the country known for five world-class valet dives per day, fine accommodations, gourmet meals and concierge service.  With two weeks of diving, you will have the opportunity to see the best that the Philippines has to offer.


Our group will arrive in Manila and be transported via private transportation to the Atlantis Dive Resort in Puerto Galera. We will spend one night (March 3-4) at the resort. The next morning we will transfer to the port on the other side of the island where we will board the Atlantis Azores live-a-board yacht to spend the next week (March 4-11) diving Apo Island and various reefs and wrecks on a "transition week" to move the yacht to Puerto Princessa where it's based for the next 3 months while diving Tubbataha. We will stay in port (on the yacht)  for one day while they restock the yacht for our week long (March 11-18) trip to the world renown Tubbataha!


IT'S ESTIMATED THAT IF YOU PARTICIPATE IN ALL THE DIVES, WE CAN GET UP TO 70+ DIVES ON THIS TRIP!


Check out some of our pictures from our 2022 and 2025 trips!


Trip insurance is highly recommended and very affordable.

Trip Costs and Deposit / Payment Plan

OWNERS SUITE ON AZORES 

$9995 Per person (2 available)


DELUXE CABIN ON AZORES

$8995 per person (13 available)


**Does NOT include international airfare**


​Prices based on double occupancy. No discount for single occupancy. 


Dive medical Insurance (such as DAN) is required​


Trip insurance is STRONGLY recommended. 


A deposit of $2000 per person will hold your spot.


March 31st, 2027 - All deposits placed are non-refundable unless you can find someone to take your spot or we can fill it with a standby or new booking.


April 1st, 2027 - Additional $4000 is due. New bookings, $6000 deposit


November 1st, 2027 - Full trip cost is due for new bookings. Those with deposits already placed, the remaining balance is due. 


Deposits are fully refundable for any reason up until March 31st, 2027. Those seeking refunds after that date will be issued a full refund if they can find someone to take their spot or if we can fill the spot with a standby or new booking.


Due to the very strict schedule associated with the live-a-board, AIRFARE MUST BE BOOKED through us. Group pricing will be available as soon as they are available. Airfare will be a direct flight from JFK to MAN. 


Trip insurance is highly recommended and very affordable. Plans can be found through Divers Alert Network. 

BEQA LAGOON FIJI - JULY 7TH, 2029 - July 21st, 2029

Additional Information - TWO WEEKS! - BOOK ONE OR BOTH!

This will be our 2nd trip to Beqa Lagoon Resort in Fiji. We loved it so much the first time we had already booked this trip before we even left the island. This is a truly special place and the experience you have here will create memories that will last a lifetime. 


Beqa Lagoon Resort welcomes you to our secluded island paradise – Fiji’s ultimate relaxation and adventure resort. Dive into the exciting depths of its blue lagoon with pristine reefs & famous shark encounters. Enjoy snorkeling, kayaking, and many other island activities. Feel the warmth of Beqa while lounging poolside with a refreshing tropical beverage or unwind with a soothing massage at our exotic Lali Spa. Luxuriate in the privacy of your deluxe air-conditioned villa. Experience gourmet dining in the main open-air bure & authentic cultural entertainment.


If you’re searching for the perfect hotel or villa in Fiji, look no further than Beqa Lagoon Resort — your ideal getaway on the secluded tropical Beqa island. Nestled across 10 acres of lush tropical gardens and stunning beachfront, our intimate resort offers 25 deluxe, air-conditioned Fijian-style villas known as bures, each designed for comfort, privacy, and island charm. The moment you step onto the cool tiled floors you will feel at home in your beautifully handcrafted bure. The open plan design is spacious, light, and airy ensuring your stay in paradise is comfortable. Every bure is generously sized and all are beautifully decorated with a traditional island feel Resort Fiji.


Scuba diving enthusiasts will have a chance to plunge into the amazing underwater world at Beqa Lagoon Resort – VOTED ONE OF THE WORLD’S TOP DIVE RESORTS by Scuba Magazine Readers! The GREAT BEQA REEF surrounds our island with 190 miles of spectacular coastline. You’ll enjoy some of the best diving in Fiji, the Soft Coral Capital of the world. With many unique sites to discover, divers are able to explore at a variety of depths with sites as shallow as 15ft (5m) and others drop away to nearly 100ft (30m) and beyond. With year-round temperatures ranging between a cool 75˚f (25˚c) and a bathwater 84˚f (29˚c) divers are comfortable in 3mm to 5mm suits. The average water temperature in July is between 80 and 82 degrees. 


Fiji and Beqa Lagoon Resort are well known for their world-class diving, but so many other activities are available for vacations. Swim, snorkel, paddle-board, or explore the lagoon by kayak. If slowing down is your idea of paradise, you can relax poolside or in a hammock with a coconut cocktail. On land, you can hike to remote mystical waterfalls or spot your share of many exotic bird species. Gather your friends for a lively volleyball game, or try your Luck at cornhole.


Check out some of our pictures from our 2023 trip!


Trip insurance is highly recommended and very affordable.

Trip Costs and Deposit / Payment Plan

ONE WEEK BASE RATE 

$2595 per person

(Koi pond or garden Bure, double occupancy) 


BEACHFRONT BURE UPGRADE

$200 per bure per week


TWO BEDROOM OCEAN VIEW UPGRADE

$250 per week per two bedroom complex. Based on Quad Occupancy


ADD SECOND WEEK - ONLY $2000 per person! - Same room as first week required - Will not change rooms. 

Non Diver - Deduct $500 per week

Single Supplement - Add $300 per week


Reservations made through June 30th, 2027 - $1000 per person holds your spot.


July 1st, 2027 - Additional $1000 per person is due for those already booked. New reservations $2000 per person


August 1st, 2028 - Additional $1000 per person is due for those already booked. New reservations $3000 per person. We should have airfare pricing by this date and it's the last date to cancel for full refund. 


April 1st, 2029 - Remaining balance is due. Full amount due for new bookings.


Deposits are fully refundable for any reason up until August 1st, 2028. Those seeking refunds after that date will be issued a full refund if they can find someone to take their spot or if we can fill the spot with a standby or new booking.


**Does NOT include international airfare as pricing is not available yet. Predicted air pricing is around $1500 per person for the international flight but is not locked down.** 


Due to the very strict schedule associated with ground transfers, US to FIJI AIRFARE MUST BE BOOKED through us. Group pricing will be available as soon as they are available. Airfare will likely be a flight from LAX, SFO, or DFW. Domestic flights from your home area to one of these airports for the international flight are not required to be booked through us but group pricing will be available as soon as pricing is available. 


Trip insurance is highly recommended and very affordable. Plans can be found through Divers Alert Network. 

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