What is the liveaboard ship like?

The M/V Turks & Caicos Explorer II comfortably accommodates 20 passengers in 10 double staterooms spread out over three decks. Each cabin has private bathroom facilities, individually-controlled air conditioning, hanging closet and wardrobe.  The air-conditioned main salon on the main deck includes dining tables, TV, CD/DVD, video library and lounge area. A large sundeck with...

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What are the diving conditions like?

The weather in the Turks & Caicos Islands is remarkably consistent year-round. The temperatures range from the 70’s (F) or higher in the winter months to the low 90’s (F) during the summer, with nearly constant sea breezes. Water temperatures range from a low of about 72 degrees F in winter to a high of...

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What are the diving logistics?

The majority of dives aboard our vessels are offered at scheduled times, up to 5 times daily. This is to allow adequate surface intervals, provides the option for guided dives on as many sites as possible, and allows the vessel to travel on a schedule to different locations. Entries are by giant stride from the...

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What is the minimum age for divers?

The minimum certifiable age for divers is 10 for most SCUBA certification agencies; normally, the agencies restrict 10 and 11 year olds to a maximum depth of 40 feet. Explorer Ventures Fleet allows children as young as 10 years (who are certified divers) to participate in our trips, with the following restrictions: All children under...

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What are your safety standards?

To ensure your safety, we require the following of all divers: All divers must be certified as open water scuba divers by an internationally recognized certification organization. We recommend that divers log at least one dive within the 12 months prior to boarding the vessel, or are encouraged to participate in a refresher course on board....

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What do I need to pack?

Packing for a liveaboard trip is much easier than packing for a land-based vacation. The climate doesn’t require much more than shorts, T-shirts, and swimsuits (you may consider slacks, dress shorts or sundresses for dinner ashore, though all restaurants are “casual”). Soft luggage is recommended as it takes up very little space when empty. Sun...

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What dive equipment should I bring?

The vessel provides tanks, weights, and weight belts for your use. We provide 80CF aluminum tanks (many of the tanks aboard can accept either INT or DIN regulators. If you specifically need a DIN tank, please let us know in advance. We also have 5 x 100CF and 3 x 63CF aluminum tanks are available...

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What will the meals be like?

Please list on the application form any dietary restrictions you have.  Aboard the Turks & Caicos Explorer II, evening meals usually consist of lots of fresh vegetables, rice, pasta, chicken, beef, turkey, pork, and fish. Breakfast is the usual fare of eggs, bacon, pancakes, French toast, muffins, danish and fresh fruits. Lunches vary from soup and...

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What do I do upon my arrival?

All US Citizens traveling by air to the Turks & Caicos are required by the U.S. Government to have a valid U.S. Passport. Canadian visitors may enter without a passport if they have an original or notarized birth certificate and a photo ID. Visitors from other countries do require passports, but for most other countries...

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