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SUMMARY:Lake Jocassee Weekend
DESCRIPTION:On each Lake Jocassee weekends we offer Open Water Check out dives\, fun dives from the boat\, continuing scuba education and scuba specialties. A typical weekend consists of 2 charters\, the first one Saturday morning\, Saturday afternoon and Sunday morning. Each charter is 2 dives from our custom build dive boats on beautiful lake Jocassee\, including tanks and weights. Everyone diver has to pay a $5 state park fee per day on site.
URL:https://scubadreamstravel.com/event/lake-jocassee-weekend-13/
LOCATION:Jocassee Dive Shop\, 710 Dive Buddy Lane\, Salem\, South Carolina\, 29676\, United States
CATEGORIES:Local Event,Training & Certification Courses
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SUMMARY:Lake Jocassee Weekend
DESCRIPTION:On each Lake Jocassee weekends we offer Open Water Check out dives\, fun dives from the boat\, continuing scuba education and scuba specialties. A typical weekend consists of 2 charters\, the first one Saturday morning\, Saturday afternoon and Sunday morning. Each charter is 2 dives from our custom build dive boats on beautiful lake Jocassee\, including tanks and weights. Everyone diver has to pay a $5 state park fee per day on site.
URL:https://scubadreamstravel.com/event/lake-jocassee-weekend-14/
LOCATION:Jocassee Dive Shop\, 710 Dive Buddy Lane\, Salem\, South Carolina\, 29676\, United States
CATEGORIES:Local Event,Training & Certification Courses
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SUMMARY:Costa Rica Scuba Group Trip - Waitlist
DESCRIPTION:Costa Rica might not be on everyone’s radar as a prime scuba diving spot\, but we’ve been wanting to set up a trip to this amazing country for a long time. Especially the Pacific coast\, where we’ll be staying\, offers great diving and many more attractions. This trip also marks a new opportunity for us and all our divers. We decided to break the trip up into diving and non-diving parts. We’ll go to the beautiful Playa Hermosa for 5 nights and will spend 2 nights in the amazing rainforest in the Arenal area. WHERE ARE WE GOING? Costa Rica is a small country located in Central America\, bordered by Nicaragua to the north and Panama to the south. The region of Guanacaste\, where we’ll stay\, offers an unforgettable vacation with its warm climate\, amazing beaches and spectacular natural attractions. With some of the most beautiful beaches in Costa Rica\, the “Golden Coast” of Costa Rica is a top destination for tourists and an exciting scuba diving destination. WHY Costa Rica? The country is known for its stunning natural beauty\, including lush rainforests\, volcanoes and beautiful beaches. It is home to an incredibly diverse range of wildlife\, including monkeys\, sloths\, toucans and jaguars. Costa Rica is a popular tourist destination\, known for its eco-tourism opportunities and adventure activities such as zip-lining\, surfing and white-water rafting. The country is also known for its commitment to conservation and sustainability\, with around 25% of its land protected as national parks and reserves. Plus the diving in the Pacific region is amazing! THE DIVING Costa Rica is popular amongst scuba divers but luckily not an overrun dive destination! It offers a pacific-typical diverse range of marine life and ecosystems to explore. The area we’ll dive in is called Gulf of Papagayo and is known for its large schools of fish\, sharks and rays\, as well as its impressive rock formations and coral reefs.  Having dive sites that we can reach in only a 10- to 20-minute boat ride from our hotel\, makes it an excellent location for a dive vacation. The area is well suited for advanced divers and novices or those learning to dive because its submerged volcanic rock formations and dive pinnacles offer multi-level dive opportunities so you can enjoy them together on the same dive site. THE HOTEL(S) Villas Sol – Deluxe Rooms\, All inclusive Villas Sol is an all-inclusive Hotel and Beach Resort with a million-dollar view – easily the best in all of the Gulf of Papagayo. Perched atop a hill\, trams take customers around the property from hotel to beach and back – generally 5-10 minutes between cycles when three trams are running. Each of the 54 rooms face the ocean and all have a very large balcony. The restaurant and patio deck at the hotel pool have a stellar view of the Gulf providing spectacular sunsets. A cool-water jacuzzi and the main pool with swim-up bar and snack bar are situated just steps from the hotel between the hotel and villas. There are many restaurants and a sports bar\, plus a grocery store\, just a short walk from the hotel. We’ll be staying in the deluxe rooms of the hotel. Manao Hotel – All meals included (no drinks included) Nestled in a serene and secluded location surrounded by breathtaking views of the Arenal Volcano\, this hot spring hotel is a haven of relaxation and indulgence in the La Fortuna area. The hotel boasts a variety of beautifully appointed suites. Each one is equipped with queen sized beds\, amenities and the most spectacular view of the Arenal Volcano from your own porch.  The hot spring pool and ponds are fed by natural mineral water\, which have therapeutic properties. It is the perfect place to relax and unwind after a day of exploration or simply to soak up the tranquility of the surroundings. There are many options to stay in the Arenal area but we decided to take the recommendation of our travel agent who said this place is basically\, “HEAVEN”. DATES AND FLIGHTS The trip will take place from September 6th to 13th. Delta flys direct to Liberia\, Costa Rica from Atlanta. The airport code for Liberia is LIR. Our flight itinerary Sat 6th of September DL1775\, Dep 10:08 AM\, Arr 12:00 PM Sat 13th of September DL 1812\, Dep 1:25 PM\, Arr 7:31PM TRIP SUMMARY Package includes:  • 7 Nights Accommodation (5 Nights Beach Stay + 2 Nights Volcano Stay) • Group Airport Transfers – Liberia Airport (LIR) and back • All-inclusive – meals and drinks at Villas Sol; meals only at Arenal (no drinks) • Private group transfer with guide and transportation from beach (Villas Sol) to Arenal (Guide + transportation stays with group in Arenal) • Rainforest Sloth and Frog Tour with Lunch • Hot Springs Entrance with Dinner • An Arenal adventure: Hanging Bridges and Waterfall – Lunch included • 1 Private Group Transfer to Liberia (LIR) from Arenal • Diver package includes 6 dives (3 Days of 2-Tank Local Boat Dives) including Tanks\, Weights\, Belt\, Snacks on Boat Adventure Day can be swapped for other experiences for an additional charge Add an additional day diving for $95 PRICES Diver in double occupancy: $2649 Diver in single occupancy: $3349 Non-diver in double occupancy: $2299 For more information or special requests\, please email info@scubadreamstravel.com
URL:https://scubadreamstravel.com/event/costa-rica-scuba-group-trip/
LOCATION:SPG
CATEGORIES:Dive Trips To Different Locations,International Event
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SUMMARY:Dive Land Park Weekend
DESCRIPTION:On each Dive Land Park weekend we offer Open Water Check-out dives\, fun dives\, continuing scuba education and scuba specialties. A typical weekend consists of multiple dives on each day. Athens Scuba will pay the entrance fee\, will set up “camp” at an ideal spot for students/fun divers to enter the water and will include 2 dives on each day\, also including tanks and weights. Every diver that wants to use more than 2 tanks per day will have to pay $12 cash or Venmo to Neal for tank filling.
URL:https://scubadreamstravel.com/event/dive-land-park-weekend-2/
LOCATION:401 Webster Chapel Rd\, Glencoe\, AL 35905\, 401 Webster Chapel Rd\,\, AL\, Glencoe\, 35905\, United States
CATEGORIES:Local Event,Training & Certification Courses
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SUMMARY:Lake Jocassee Weekend
DESCRIPTION:On each Lake Jocassee weekends we offer Open Water Check out dives\, fun dives from the boat\, continuing scuba education and scuba specialties. A typical weekend consists of 2 charters\, the first one Saturday morning\, Saturday afternoon and Sunday morning. Each charter is 2 dives from our custom build dive boats on beautiful lake Jocassee\, including tanks and weights. Everyone diver has to pay a $5 state park fee per day on site.
URL:https://scubadreamstravel.com/event/lake-jocassee-weekend-16/
LOCATION:Jocassee Dive Shop\, 710 Dive Buddy Lane\, Salem\, South Carolina\, 29676\, United States
CATEGORIES:Local Event,Training & Certification Courses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251004T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251005T130000
DTSTAMP:20260428T112054
CREATED:20250529T124345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T124346Z
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SUMMARY:Lake Jocassee Weekend
DESCRIPTION:On each Lake Jocassee weekends we offer Open Water Check out dives\, fun dives from the boat\, continuing scuba education and scuba specialties. A typical weekend consists of 2 charters\, the first one Saturday morning\, Saturday afternoon and Sunday morning. Each charter is 2 dives from our custom build dive boats on beautiful lake Jocassee\, including tanks and weights. Everyone diver has to pay a $5 state park fee per day on site.
URL:https://scubadreamstravel.com/event/lake-jocassee-weekend-17/
LOCATION:Jocassee Dive Shop\, 710 Dive Buddy Lane\, Salem\, South Carolina\, 29676\, United States
CATEGORIES:Local Event,Training & Certification Courses
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251019T130000
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SUMMARY:Lake Jocassee Weekend
DESCRIPTION:On each Lake Jocassee weekends we offer Open Water Check out dives\, fun dives from the boat\, continuing scuba education and scuba specialties. A typical weekend consists of 2 charters\, the first one Saturday morning\, Saturday afternoon and Sunday morning. Each charter is 2 dives from our custom build dive boats on beautiful lake Jocassee\, including tanks and weights. Everyone diver has to pay a $5 state park fee per day on site.
URL:https://scubadreamstravel.com/event/lake-jocassee-weekend-18/
LOCATION:Jocassee Dive Shop\, 710 Dive Buddy Lane\, Salem\, South Carolina\, 29676\, United States
CATEGORIES:Local Event,Training & Certification Courses
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251019T183000
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SUMMARY:Pumpkin Carving and Costume Contest
DESCRIPTION:End of our Lake Jocassee season pumpkin carving party. Under water pumpkin carving\, costume contest\, with amazing prizes!
URL:https://scubadreamstravel.com/event/pumpkin-carving-and-costume-contest/
LOCATION:Devils Fork State Park\, Lake Jocassee\, 161 Holcombe Cir\, Salem\, South Carolina\, 29676\, United States
CATEGORIES:Local Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T000000
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SUMMARY:Roatan Scuba Group Trip
DESCRIPTION:We have planned an amazing trip to Roatan\, Honduras. We’ve been here before and it was amazing!  Tripleaders will be Brian! WHERE ARE WE GOING? We are going to Roatan\, Honduras for a group scuba trip!  A full week of tropical diving\, in a beautiful beach resort with all inclusive meal plan\, sounds amazing\, doesn’t it?! Roatan is one of the best places to scuba dive in the Caribbean and only a 2.5 hour flight away from home.  It’s part of the Bay Islands off the coats of Honduras.  It’s in fact the largest of the three islands. We’ll discover this island with it’s authentic Caribbean and Latin American lifestyles and warm\, friendly islanders greeting us wherever we’ll go.  WHY ROATAN? Roatan is a divers paradise.  Fantastic dive sites minutes away from the dock\, clear and warm water\, amazing nature and beautiful beaches.  We’ll stay far away from the West End of the island\, where the reefs are unspoiled and we’ll basically have the whole coastline to ourselves.  THE DIVING The hotel has their own dive center\, which has a great reputation and offers valet diving\, which means that we won’t have to do anything but show up and dive.  They’ll carry and wash our gear and will make sure that we have the best time!  They are an elite PADI 5 Star Instructor Development and National Geographic Dive Center.  At Turquoise Bay Dive & Beach Resort you will enjoy the very individual and personal service that only a small dive resort can offer.  The friendly local staff takes pride in getting to know their guests and making them feel at home. The dive center is located in the hotel and has it’s own dock for their 3 boats.We’ll have six days of up to three dives daily and one boat night dive included. This should be plenty of diving for everyone! THE HOTEL Located on Roatan’s Northeast shore\, Turquoise Bay is the only dive resort in this lush and remote area of the island\, providing you with the opportunity to dive uncrowded\, pristine dive sites.  The resort is set on a hillside with spectacular ocean views and a protected bay which makes the water calm and perfect for swimming and kayaking. Beach lovers will enjoy our private\, tranquil\, 500 ft white-sand beach. We are booked on an all inclusive plan that includes three meals per day plus an afternoon snack and drinks\, including international alcoholic drinks.  The hotel is well know for great food and drinks. DATES AND FLIGHTS The trip will take place from October 25th to November 1st. Delta flys direct to Roatan from Atlanta every Saturday. The airport code for Roatan is RTB. Our flight itinerary Sat 25th of October DL1808\, Dep 11:05 AM\, Arr 12:15 PM Sat 1st of November DL 1807\, Dep 1:35 PM\, Arr 18:49PM TRIP SUMMARY Package includes: – 7 nights Hotel Accommodations – 3 meals daily plus afternoon snack – Unlimited national and international liquors with a wide variety of cocktails and beers – 3 boat dives daily – Welcome cocktail – Airport transfers – Free wireless internet access – Free use of non-motorized watersports equipment including kayaks and paddle boards – Access to private beach and use of resort facilities  PRICES Garden View Room Diver in double occupancy: $1799 Diver in single occupancy: $2099 Non-diver in double occupancy: $1399 Ocean View Room Diver in double occupancy: $1899 Diver in single occupancy: $2199 Non-diver in double occupancy: $1499  For more information or special requests\, please email info@scubadreamstravel.com
URL:https://scubadreamstravel.com/event/roatan-scuba-group-trip-2/
LOCATION:SPG
CATEGORIES:Dive Trips To Different Locations,International Event
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SUMMARY:Dive the Georgia Aquarium - SOLD OUT
DESCRIPTION:Journey with Gentle Giants is the only opportunity in the world where you are guaranteed to dive with whale sharks\, manta rays and thousands of other fish. Suit up to SCUBA dive in the pristine waters of the Ocean Voyager exhibit for a once in a lifetime experience.  Athens Scuba booked one of the weekend slots which are in high demand. Be quick\, otherwise it’ll be sold out before you know it! This trip includes the entrance fee to the Aquarium\, a T-Shirt and a video of your dive!
URL:https://scubadreamstravel.com/event/dive-the-georgia-aquarium-sold-out-6/
LOCATION:Cart
CATEGORIES:Local Event
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SUMMARY:Dive the Georgia Aquarium - SOLD OUT
DESCRIPTION:Journey with Gentle Giants is the only opportunity in the world where you are guaranteed to dive with whale sharks\, manta rays and thousands of other fish. Suit up to SCUBA dive in the pristine waters of the Ocean Voyager exhibit for a once in a lifetime experience.  Athens Scuba booked one of the weekend slots which are in high demand. Be quick\, otherwise it’ll be sold out before you know it! This trip includes the entrance fee to the Aquarium\, a T-Shirt and a video of your dive!
URL:https://scubadreamstravel.com/event/dive-the-georgia-aquarium-sold-out-7/
LOCATION:Cart
CATEGORIES:Local Event
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SUMMARY:Florida Springs Trip - Sold out
DESCRIPTION:We have planned a trip to the Florida Springs! Sample picture of Blue GrottoFor convenience reasons we are staying at the Blue Grotto Dive resort in Williston.  The resort features simple cabins\, with AC/heat\, and private bathrooms for each room.  The price includes the bunk option.  Double bed and cabins with a kitchen can be booked for a small extra fee.  The main reason we prefer this option is\, that we are right at the dive site and save hours of driving over the weekend\, compared to the next closer option that would be in Gainesville\, FL. The Florida Springs trip is everyone’s favorite weekend getaway in the winter.\n\nThe water is always 72 degrees and crystal clear. \n\nThis trip is available to for certified divers and Students for their open water checkout dives.\n\nIt’s great for divers who didn’t dive for a while and want to get back into it.\n\nIt’s perfect for the diver that wants to keep up the skills and comfort level over the winter month.\n\nThis is a great beginner diver trip with easy diving at springs like Devil’s Den\, Rainbow River\, Blue Grotto.Sample picture of Ginnie Springs with crystal clear waterItinerary: Friday – Drive to Florida and check into cabins at the Blue Grotto Dive Resort\n\nSaturday – Dive at a spring in the AM (2 Open Water check out dives)\, Lunch\, dive Rainbow River in the afternoon (Open Water Students can snorkel)\n\nSunday – Dive at a spring in the AM (2 Open Water check out dives)\, drive homeThe 3 Day Package includes: a 3 tank (4 for students) dive trip over two days\n\nall dive fees\n\nstate park fees\n\ntanks and weights\n\n2 nights at the Blue Grotto Dive resort in Williston Florida on double occupancy basisThere is a grocery store only 5 minutes away\, if we are in need of anything. Typically we meet Friday night and go to a local Restaurant close by\, lunch on Saturday is traditionally at Subways on the way over to Rainbow River and we usually go out Saturday nights. No meals or drinks are included in the trip price. Total price starts at $389 For information on single occupancy\, extra dives and other special requests\, please email info@scubadreamstravel.com
URL:https://scubadreamstravel.com/event/florida-springs-trip-16/
LOCATION:Blue Grotto Dive Resort\, 3852 NE 172 Ct\, Williston\, Florida\, 32696
CATEGORIES:Advanced Dives,Dive Trips To Different Locations,Local Event,Training & Certification Courses
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SUMMARY:Galapagos Liveaboard Group Trip - SOLD OUT
DESCRIPTION:We have planned a fantastic liveaboard trip to the Galapagos Islands.  The Galapagos Islands have been on the top of many divers’ bucket list\, as they have been for us for sure.  Ben is going to lead this trip. A view on one of the many islands in the Galapagos Archipelago Where are we going? Situated in the middle of the Pacific Ocean\, nearly 1\,400 km due west from the coast of Ecuador\, the archipelago’s unique flora and fauna is mainly due to the isolated location. The various racing ocean currents around the islands bring with them nutrients and the world famous marine life. Above water\, this isolated group of volcanic islands has a striking range of landscapes which are home to an unparalleled number of endemic species.  Brought to prominence by Charles Darwin in his renowned book ‘On the Origin of Species’ following his 1835 visit on board HMS Beagle\, the islands were named a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1978. Why Galapagos? Experienced divers often regard the Galapagos Islands as something of a highlight in their scuba diving career.  Whalesharks\, Huge schools of Great Hammerheads (Sphyrna mokarran)\, Scalloped Hammerheads (Sphyrna lewini)\, indigenous Galapagos Sharks\, Manta Rays\, Sea Lions and Dolphins are just a few of the highlights that are often encountered during a liveaboard diving trip in this incredible area.   When are we going? After much consideration\, research and planning\, we have decided to go to Galapagos in January 2026.  This is prime season for decent water temperatures (the water is still going to be colder than most of our tropical trips) and large Whaleshark sightings.   The Liveaboard Known locally as Deep Blue\, Galapagos Master is a 32 metre  (105 feet) scuba diving liveaboard vessel which underwent a complete interior refit to the highest standards in 2015. Constructed from steel\, the vessel is steadier than most due to being designed to be lower to aid stability and speed.  Mostly recently refurbished in early 2023\, Galapagos Master offers 7 and 10 night itineraries covering some of the top dive sites in the Galapagos.  We decided to go with the 7 night itenary. She welcomes a total of 16 divers on each liveaboard trip\, maximising safety and comfort for all guests on board.  Featuring eight air-conditioned cabins spread across three decks\, each has its own private en-suite bathroom with hot water\, and ample storage room for all of your personal belongings.  For added convenience and flexibility\, Galapagos Master offers some cabins that can be used either as a twin or as a double bedded room. Example cabin\, Premium DoubleThe communal areas include a spacious indoor lounge on the middle deck where we can relax and unwind while watching movies and latest underwater shots on the plasma screen television.  The indoor dining area brings an array of mouth-watering meals\, complimented by the adjacent cocktail bar.  Photographers can take full advantage of the indoor camera set-up station which includes multiple charging points (US round pin plug).   Galapagos Master’s top sun-deck ensures that sun worshippers can top off their tan while soaking up the Galapagos sights.  Or\, for those who prefer to relax out of the sun\, the shaded upper level is an ideal location to chill out in cushioned lounge chairs and benches. The boat has an official license to operate and organize diving activities in the Galapagos issued by the Ecuadorian government and the National Institute of the Galapagos ensuring you that all the safety tests have been passed as well as complying with the strict environmental rules of the park.  With all the latest safety devices – GPS\, VHF radios\, satellite communication\, two life rafts\, emergency oxygen and AED – you will know you are traveling in total protection and safety. Galapagos Master LiveaboardWe’ll have a full board that consists of breakfast\, lunch\, an afternoon snack\, dinner and all drinks except alcohol.  Every diver day we’ll have up to 4 dives.  This means you can do more than 20 dives in 7 days!  Nitrox is available on the boat and the use of it is very much encouraged!   Please note that no diet or zero soda’s will be available\, because they are not produced in recyclable bottles in the Galapagos.   Salon on the Galapagos MasterThe diving Undoubtedly some of the most spectacular pelagic diving on the planet\, the Galapagos Islands are one of those rare places where you can dive through hundreds of Hammerhead Sharks to find a whale shark cruising along.  Add silky sharks\, sea turtles\, giant morays and schooling fish in the thousands into the mix… and that’s just the first dive at Darwin! At Wolf Island you can expect to see huge Galapagos sharks and eagle rays up close\, whilst dives at Cabo Marshall will put you face to face with giant manta rays or in the midst of a school of millions of black-striped salemas.  Mola Mola (Sunfish) may also be seen around Punta Vincente Roca and various other locations across the Galapagos Archipelago.  Macro life is plentiful with Black Coral bushes sheltering seahorses\, blennies\, nudibranchs\, hawkfish and frogfish. Marine Iguanas are a unique sight\, along with speedy Galapagos penguins and playful sea lions.  This is but a mere taste of why divers consistently proclaim Galapagos to have the healthiest marine life in the Pacific.   DATES AND FLIGHTS The liveaboard trip will take place from January 19th to the 26th 2026. As usual we won’t include any airfare in the trip.  Suggested flight itinerary (which Athens Scuba staff not going early for Quito sight-seeing are booked on and works with the Master Liveaboard’s expectations for transfer to the boat):(Book Delta and LATAM separately.)ATL >UIO (Quito); Jan 18 2026; DL633Departs 2:41 pm; Arrives 8:pm(You will need an airport hotel (info provided later) since the LATAM flight is the next morning or go a few days early and see Quito. In this case\, get a hotel in the old town area of Quito.)Return; Jan 26\, 2026; DL632Departs Quito 11:50 pm; Arrives ATL 5:15am (27th) LATAM flightUIO>SCY19 Jan 2026; LA1419: Departs 10:45am; Arrives 1:08 pmEmbark 14:00 (Master Liveaboards gears the boarding time for everyone arriving on LATAM 1419)Return based on disembarking at 080026 Jan 2026; LA14181:48 pm-6:24 pm (connect to DL632 at 11:50 pm) Total price should be around $1500-ish in main cabin for both flights TRIP COSTS There are two different room categories on this liveaboard.  All cabins are very nice and have their own ensuite bathrooms and air conditioning. The Premium cabins\, located on the middle and top deck\, are $7399 per person in double occupancy. The Classic cabins\, located on the lower deck\, are $6999 per person in double occupancy. What’s included? – 7 nights full board accommodation includes breakfast\, lunch\, dinner and snacks – Up to 4 dives daily – Unlimited tea\, coffee\, fruit juice\, soft drinks and drinking water – Single 12 Litre (80 cu ft) cylinder with air fills – Weights and weight belts – Land tour on North Seymour and Santa Cruz – Disembarkation transfer What’s NOT included? – All guests are required to have travel and diving insurance – Galapagos National Park Fee : 100 USD per trip\, to be paid at the airport – Ingala Transit Control Card : 20 USD per trip\, to be paid at the airport – Nitrox $150 per week – Alcoholic drinks – Crew gratuities PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE FLIGHTS AND NATIONAL PARK FEES! PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE ANY PRE- OR POST- LIVEABOARD LAND EXTENSIONS WE MAY OFFER AT A LATER DATE.   For information on single occupancy and other special requests\, please email info@scubadreamstravel.com   To get a better idea of the boat and the diving\, check out the following videos I’ve found on youtube.
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