Truk Lagoon's 'Shipwreck City' is the site of some of the world's best, safest and most comfortable diving....
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The SS Thorfinn is a 52 metre (170
feet) floating resort for divers - a purposefully converted former Norwegian whale hunter
which is based in Truk Lagoon, Micronesia.
The Thorfinn, a pioneer of Pacific live-aboards, was one of the first such ships conceived
and operated principally for sports divers. Spacious accommodations, lounges, whirl pool
spa, and continuous diving options are a feature of the Thorfinn.
Lower guest rooms are reduced in number, and each has been restructured to accommodate a queen bed and a single bed, large private toilet and shower rooms, two wash basins, a multi-system TV monitor/VCR, and CD/Cassette stereo systems A large guest lounge on 'C' Deck has new indirect lighting, and a big enclosed aquarium replaces a former fireplace. A high definition stereo TV monitor/VCR is centrally located over the aquarium. A much expanded video library features approximately 500 films for viewing privately in guest rooms or lounges as desired. CD photo and audio players augment the facilities. Complete redecoration throughout the ship with modern colours includes indirect lighting and ceiling spots in many spaces and rooms. Two dive tenders are lengthened, and all four boats fitted with new cushioned seating to handle 6 divers per launch. With one guide and a boatman for each six divers, personalised service and safety is optimised during diving operations. Videographers can review a previous dive's work on their personal room's TV monitor instead of waiting at a busy lounge system. Camera service tables are expanded, and feature state of the art service equipment. 'Thorfinn' has the distinction of being the only know steam powered dive vessel in the world (the ship's main steam engines and boilers have also received scheduled maintenance), providing silent power while underway. |
| Since 1987 the Thorfinn's operations have centred around Truk, with the ship always poised
for an outer island charter on request. Truk Lagoon's 'Shipwreck City' is the site of some
of the world's best, safest and most affordable diving. Warm even temperatures at any
depth without currents and open seas, permit an enjoyable schedule of up to 4 dives per
day in good visibility. Thorfinn employs a system of anchoring at several central locations in Truk always adjacent and close to the wreck sites chosen each day. Uncrowded six person launches are within 10 minutes average distance to the dive attractions. This is the only dive operation at Truk offering a program that features up to 30 individual wrecks per week. A Reef and Wrecks option features the best of both diving interests, and divers are always surprised to find attractions in Truk's big barrier reef equalling those at other island destinations. More.... |
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2006 Thorfinn Prices
# 1 Truk Lagoon Backpackers' Delight
A low budget diver's ability to experience TRUK's
finest with the most facilities and convenience at least cost.
US$1295.00
plus US$350.00/week
Meal & Beverage
Package
for onboard meals, snacks
between dives, non-alcoholic beverages and fruit plates.
Payable on board as is the fee of US$35 for the Dive Permit and other related
costs.
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7 Days/Nights luxury accommodations in double occupancy including room tax |
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7 Full dive days during each week's visit with pro-rated extensions |
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Airport / Hotel greetings and
transfers with full onboard arrival history orientation and dive safety
briefings |
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3 Different dives/day with
tanks, weights, belts and option to purchase an additional dive/day $US35.00
and/or two additional daily dives for US$60.00 |
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Uncrowded maximum 6 person dive
groups to separate sites each led by expert dive guides and boatmen |
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Valet system for personal dive gear storage and pre dive prep |
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Saturday Night B-B-Q Party with cultural dancing by local crew |
# 2 Truck Lagoon Sunrise Special
Plunge into NEW AGES aboard
Truk's wonder ship 'THORFINN'
Maximize your diving for best values on the world's finest Corals and Shipwrecks with the most in friendly
service, dives, and value.
US$1495.00
plus US$350.00/week
Meal & Beverage
Package
for onboard meals, snacks
between dives, non-alcoholic beverages and fruit plates.
Payable on board as is the fee of US$35 for the Dive Permit and other related
costs.
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7 night luxury accommodations in double occupancy |
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7 days diving on a Sunday to Sunday basis |
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Airport / Hotel greetings and transfers |
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All applicable room, port, boarding and dive taxes |
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5 dives per day with tanks / weights with 30+ dives / week |
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Uncrowded 6 person dives with expert guides to 5 different sites daily |
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Final night BBQ with cultural dancing by local crew |
#3 - Truk Lagoon Nitrox Divers' Special
Diving the
famous 'Ghost Fleet' with FREE NITROX and other technical provisos.
US$2260.00
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7 Days/Nights luxury accommodations in double occupancy including room tax |
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7 Full days diving during each week's visit |
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5
Different uncrowded 6 person dives/day, with expert dive guides ensuring
safe wreck navigation and technical assistance (tanks, weights and belts
included) |
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Free 32% Nitrox fills, with optional blends to pure O2 on request |
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Custom schedules for extended deep dives with double rigs and staged bottles available |
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Valet system for personal dive gear storage and pre dive prep |
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All meals and snacks between dives |
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Complimentary soft drinks, beer, dinner wine, coffee, tea and cocoa. |
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All applicable room and meal taxes |
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Airport / Hotel greetings and transfers with full onboard
arrival history orientation and dive safety briefings |
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Saturday Night B-B-Q Party with cultural dancing by local crew |
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Daily Rate: US$365/day. |
| Weekly rates are based on double occupancy rooms, meaning a shared room with another guest. A guaranteed single room requires a 50% supplemental fee over booking price. Please note that as space permits, single guests will be provided private rooms whenever possible without extra charge. |
| A US$35.00 per person Chuuk State Dive Permit Fee and related costs will be assessed onboard and are to be paid locally by cash or Visa/Mastercard. |
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Group
Special Offer:
● 7 Paying - 1 FREE
● 10 Paying - 2 FREE
● 14 Paying - 3 FREE
● 18 Paying - 4 FREE
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