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Nitrox DivingPaid nitrox available, which means you benefit from the many advantages of nitrox diving if you are happy to pay for it. The benefits include extended bottom times so you can spend longer on each dive.
Dietary Requirements Catered ForThe onboard chefs will cater for specific dietary requirements, e.g. food allergies like gluten or lactose intolerance, and religious beliefs. This means you can enjoy the onboard meals. You are advised to add any dietary requirements to your special requests at step 2 of the booking form, but limit these requests to religious beliefs or food allergies.
Diving CoursesThis liveaboard offers diving courses, which means you benefit from being able to advance your diving skills. These training courses are an extra charge.
Scuba Gear RentalYou can rent scuba gear on this dive boat so you benefit from being able travel light and simply rent all your scuba equipment once onboard.
InternetThere is no WIFI or internet available on this liveaboard.
Ensuite CabinsCabins on this dive boat benefit from having ensuite bathrooms, so you can shower and get ready in private (Check when booking that the cabin you choose has an ensuite bathroom).
Aircon CabinsEach cabin has air-conditioning, which means you can choose your own cabin temperature for personal comfort and a good nights sleep.
Private CharterThis liveaboard is available for private charter. If you charter this dive boat you have more flexibility over the choice of dive sites (with the captain's approval), the type of diving and total number of divers/guests onboard (subject to the maximum number of guests onboard - see below).
DIN AdaptersIf you have DIN regulators do not worry as this liveaboard has DIN to Yoke regulator adaptors onboard.
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211722012739Know Before You GoThe Turks and Caicos Explorer Liveaboard "Know Before You Go" and "Know Before You Book" summary is to help you choose the right boat for diving Turks and Caicos:IntroductionAll-inclusive trip with up to 25 dives on the Turks and Caicos Explorer II Turks and Caicos liveaboard from £232/day ($297/€271) & rated 9.2. Up to 20 divers on a 38m 125f steel-hull dive boat with 10 cabins, 10 bathrooms + aircon cabins, for charter, caters for dietary requirements, ensuite cabins, dive courses, paid nitrox, scuba gear rental.Liveaboard.com Booking linkTurks and Caicos Explorer IIBoat Attributes38m (125f) : 10 cabins + 10 bathrooms for 20 guests.Boat typeSteel-hull boatDiver certification (Depends on itinerary)Open Water DiverScuba gear rentalYESDive coursesYESDiving Experience (Depends on itinerary)No minimum logged divesPrices starting at£232/($297/€271)* per day. *Exchange rate used: GBP to USD: 1.28; GBP to Euro 1.17.Type of DestinationCaribbeanDiving Destinations (Area 1)*Turks & Caicos Islands, Turks & Caicos West Caicos.Diving Destinations (Area 2)*Diving Destinations (Area 3)*Diving Destinations (Area 4)*Feedback WelcomeFeedback Welcome: Please let me know in the comments below what additional information would be useful to "Know Before You Go" and "Know Before You Book" on the Turks and Caicos Explorer liveaboard.*Important NoteBefore you choose your departure date: Please carefully review and choose the right itinerary for the Turks and Caicos dive sites you want to dive from the Turks and Caicos Explorer II liveaboard.
Booking tipsBefore you book and pay for your flights, you first need your itinerary dates confirmed for your Turks and Caicos Explorer liveaboard trip. 8 steps to follow: 1. Select an itinerary; 2. Choose your cabin; 3. Select number of people in your party; 4. Enter your email address and confirm; 5. Your trip will be held by the liveaboard operator until your dates are confirmed. 6. You'll receive a booking confirmation by email allowing you 2-3 days before payment is due; 7. Book your flights to Turks and Caicos; 8. Pay for your Turks and Caicos Explorer liveaboard trip. Congratulations, you are about to embark on an amazing adventure!
Liveaboard Quick ReviewThe Turks and Caicos Explorer Liveaboard is a 38m (125f) Turks and Caicos boat for diving safaris for up to 20 guests enjoying 10 cabins and 10 bathrooms. This Turks and Caicos liveaboard has a customer review rating of 9.2 out of 10 and is rated 'Superb' (SDE Lux Rating 69%*).
* SDE Lux Rating - See Below*SDE Lux Rating 69% - See Liveaboard Luxury Features Review section below.
Liveaboard Review TipsIf you are looking for a superb Turks and Caicos Islands liveaboard diving safari, a great choice is the Turks and Caicos Explorer diving liveaboard. Here's our quick 7 review tips of why you might like to book this Turks and Caicos diving liveaboard boat:
1. Customer RatingThe Turks and Caicos Explorer liveaboard has a customer review rating of 9.2 out of 10, and and customers have rated the Turks and Caicos Explorer Liveaboard "Superb".
2. Scuba Diving Earth Luxury Rating SummaryDiver Benefits: 7 out of 9, Liveaboard Design: 6 out of 9, Cabin Luxury: 5 out of 7, Onboard Comfort: 2 out of 7, Food Luxury: 7 out of 11, Drink Luxury: 9 out of 9. This makes an average Total SDE Lux Rating of 36 out of 52, or 69% (see below under "Liveaboard Luxury Features Review" for more details).
3. Cost Per DayThe Turks and Caicos Turks and Caicos Explorer Liveaboard costs from £232 per day ($297/€271)* .
4. ProsA quick list of the main pros of the Turks and Caicos Explorer Liveaboard include: aircon cabins, available for charter, caters for dietary requirements, ensuite cabins, diving courses, paid nitrox, scuba gear rental.
5. ConsA quick list of the main cons of the Turks and Caicos Explorer Liveaboard include: no internet.
6. Liveaboard CapacityThe Turks and Caicos Explorer liveaboard is 38 metres (125 feet) long, has 10 cabins and 10 bathrooms, which means it can accommodate up to 20 guests/divers.
7. Booking ItinerariesThe booking itineraries for the Turks and Caicos Explorer Liveaboard include: 8 Days/7 Nights. (But it's worth checking if more diving itineraries by clicking here: Turks and Caicos Explorer II).
More about liveaboard discountsIf you want to find out more about how liveaboard discounts work, and in particular about discounted liveaboard trips for the Turks and Caicos Explorer Liveaboard, please scroll to the Liveaboard Discount section below.
Discover MoreTo find out more or book the Turks and Caicos Explorer Liveaboard you can do this here: Turks and Caicos Explorer II
* NoteThe above cost per day was correct at the time of producing this article. Also, the exchange rate used for GBP to USD is 1.28 and for GBP to Euro is 1.17. For an up-to-date cost for the Turks and Caicos Explorer Liveaboard, please visit this link: Turks and Caicos Explorer II.
Last Minute Liveaboard DealsBefore reading more about the Turks and Caicos Turks and Caicos Explorer liveaboard, please take a moment to check any discounts or last minute deals in the list below. (Note: if no liveaboard discounts are listed below, unfortunately this means there are no current deals or discounts available for the Turks and Caicos Explorer dive boat). Please bookmark this page and check back another time. Alternatively, please check this article here: Discounted Liveaboards Offers & Last Minute Deals.
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1320Liveaboard/View OfferTurks and Caicos ExplorerDeal Date05/12/0024Discount$600 OFFLiveaboard Discount Total£480Price Before Discount£2,499.00Price After Discount£2,019.00Tour Days8daysLiveaboard Discounted TourTurks and Caicos (Providentials, Caicos Marina - Providentials, Caicos Marina)Group booking discountLiveaboard CountryTurks and Caicos
1319Liveaboard/View OfferTurks and Caicos ExplorerDeal Date14/11/0024Discount$600 OFFLiveaboard Discount Total£480Price Before Discount£2,499.00Price After Discount£2,019.00Tour Days8daysLiveaboard Discounted TourTurks and Caicos (Providentials, Caicos Marina - Providentials, Caicos Marina)Group booking discountLiveaboard CountryTurks and Caicos
1318Liveaboard/View OfferTurks and Caicos ExplorerDeal Date29/08/0024Discount$600 OFFLiveaboard Discount Total£480Price Before Discount£2,499.00Price After Discount£2,019.00Tour Days8daysLiveaboard Discounted TourTurks and Caicos (Providentials, Caicos Marina - Providentials, Caicos Marina)Group booking discountLiveaboard CountryTurks and Caicos
1317Liveaboard/View OfferTurks and Caicos ExplorerDeal Date15/08/0024Discount$800 OFFLiveaboard Discount Total£640Price Before Discount£2,503.00Price After Discount£1,863.00Tour Days8daysLiveaboard Discounted TourTurks and Caicos (Providentials, Caicos Marina - Providentials, Caicos Marina)Group booking discountLiveaboard CountryTurks and Caicos
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Liveaboard DiscountsIf you're looking for a discounted liveaboard trip on the Turks and Caicos Explorer, it's possible to find liveaboard discounts in excess of 25%. If no discounts appear above, you may find last minute deals in the itinerary section marked as "X% Special Discount", as per the above image here: Turks and Caicos Explorer II.
Liveaboard Luxury FeaturesThe 'Liveaboard Luxury Rating' or "SDE Lux Rating" concept is to help you choose the right diving liveaboard for your Turks and Caicos dive trip. This means you can compare this liveaboard with other liveaboards on a like-for-like basis, and makes choosing the right liveaboard much easier.
SDE Luxury Rating Total (Max 52/52=100%)The Turks and Caicos Explorer Liveaboard has 36 out of a total of 52 (SDE Lux Rating 69%) possible benefits and features. This total of 69% is made up of the following benefits and features:
Diver Benefits (Max 9/9=100%)The Turks and Caicos Explorer liveaboard has 7 out of 9 'Diver Benefits' (78%), and include: DIN Adapters: YES; Dive Courses: YES; Dive Deck: YES: Gear Rental: YES; Nitrox Onboard: YES; Private Dive Guide: NO; Rinse Hoses: YES; Shaded Dive Area: YES; Tenders For Diving: NO.
Liveaboard Design (Max 9/9=100%)The Turks and Caicos Explorer liveaboard has 6 out of 9 'Boat Design Features' (67%) and include: Airconditioned Saloon: YES; Charging Stations: YES; Custom Built For Diving: YES; Indoor Saloon: YES; Leisure Deck: NO; Observation Deck: NO; Outside Showers: NO; Sun Deck: YES; Warm Showers: YES.
Cabin Luxury (Max 7/7=100%)The Turks and Caicos Explorer liveaboard has 5 out of 7 'Cabin Features' (71%) and include: Air-Conditioned Cabins: YES; Cabin Balconies: NO; Daily Housekeeping: NO; Ensuite cabins: YES; Non-smoking Cabins: YES; Seaview cabins available: YES; TV In Cabin: YES.
Onboard Comfort (Max 7/7=100%)The Turks and Caicos Explorer liveaboard has 2 out of 7 'Onboard Comfort' (29%) features, and include: Beach Towels: NO, Cabin Towels: YES; Complimentary Toiletries: NO; Deck Towels: YES; Internet: NO; Laundry Service: NO; Nearly 1 to 1 Crew-to-Guest Ratio: NO.
Food Luxury (Max 11/11=100%)The Turks and Caicos Explorer liveaboard has 7 out of 11 'Food Features' (64%) and include: BBQ Area: YES; Beach BBQ: NO; Buffet Style: YES; Dietary Requirements Catered For: YES; Fine Cuisine: NO; Local Food: YES; Outdoor Dining: NO; Snacks All Day: YES; Vegan Options: YES; Vegetarian Options: YES; Western Style Food: NO; (Meal options include: Full-board Option).
Drink Luxury (Max 9/9=100%)The Turks and Caicos Explorer liveaboard has 9 out of 9 'Drink Features' (100%) and include: Bar: YES; Beer Available: YES; Drinking Water: YES; Fine Wines: YES; Free Soft Drinks: YES; Free Wine With Dinner: YES; Soft Drinks: YES; Tea And Coffee: YES; Wine Available: YES.
Customer ReviewsThe Turks and Caicos Explorer liveaboard customer reviews listed here have been chosen for you to get a feel for the scuba diving experience you'll get.
Customer Review
”GREAT SAFE VERY WELL RUN DIVING OPERATION. In spite of losing 2 days due to stormy weather we had a great trip with 4 days diving. Enjoyed all the dives because its what I love doing, we had very close encounter with very friendly and large eagle ray,saw turtles every day,did 2 night dives and saw many nurse sharks night hunting so in spite of losing bit of time saw plenty!” Recommended for: Diving at night,Sea Life,Great Crew.
Customer Review BySimon M, from: United Kingdom scored the Turks and Caicos Explorer 10 out of 10; Review courtesy of Liveaboard.com, for more reviews and information click here: Turks and Caicos Explorer II.
”Great trip, really a fun crew with lots of dives. Really enjoyed the walls we dove on this trip, great sites! Dive guides were great and Jo was really fun with her costumes and edutainment regrading our dives. Chef Stan prepared snacks and meals that everyone loved and kept our energy up for the dives. Really nice not to need to set up dive gear for each dive. Simply unhook your reg and they fill your tank. Fun trip with great dives!” Recommended for: Great crew, food, dive sites.
Customer Review ByDouglas P, from: United States scored the Turks and Caicos Explorer 10 out of 10; Review courtesy of Liveaboard.com, for more reviews and information click here: Turks and Caicos Explorer II.
Liveaboard Itinerary
Liveaboard Departure-Arrival LocationThe Turks and Caicos Explorer Liveaboard departs and returns from the port . Please click here: Turks and Caicos Explorer II to find out how to get from to join the Turks and Caicos Explorer Liveaboard's departure port .
Itinerary and videosThe itineraries below for the Turks and Caicos Explorer liveaboard don't necessarily tie in with the videos directly below the itinerary heading. The itineraries are examples of dive trips offered by this liveaboard, and the videos are examples of videos taken when diving from the Turks and Caicos Explorer dive boat.
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Dives and Scuba Diver Experience
Number of Dives On TripYou will be able to dive up to 25 times in total on the Turks and Caicos Explorer liveaboard diving trips. The number of times you dive will depend on the itinerary you select.
Your Diver Certification LevelIf you choose the Turks and Caicos Explorer liveaboard for your scuba diving trip to Turks and Caicos, make sure you select the right itinerary for your diver certification level. Different itineraries include the following alternative PADI certification levels (or equivalent): No Scuba Diving Certification Needed: NO; Open Water Diver: YES; Advanced Open Water Diver: NO.
Your Logged DivesWhen choosing the Turks and Caicos Explorer liveaboard for your dive trip to Turks and Caicos, make sure you select the right itinerary for how many logged dives you've done. Itineraries on the Turks and Caicos Explorer liveaboard include the following alternatives: No minimum logged dives: YES; 3-5 logged dives: NO; 10 logged dives: NO; 20 logged dives: NO; 30 logged dives: NO; 40 logged dives: NO; 50 logged dives or more: NO; Minimum 60 logged dives: NO; Minimum 80 logged dives: NO; Minimum 100 logged dives: NO.
Type of DivingThe type of diving experienced from the Turks and Caicos Explorer Liveaboard includes: Coral Gardens, Deep Dives, Marine Life, Night Dives, Wall Diving, Warm Water Diving, Wreck Diving, Swim-Through's and Caverns.
Marine Life SpeciesThe sea life you might see on your Turks and Caicos liveaboard dive trip depends on the time of year you choose to dive, and on which Turks and Caicos liveaboard and liveaboard itinerary you book. But ultimately the sea creatures you see when scuba diving is always down to nature itself. With these parameters in mind, the marine life you may spot when scuba diving on the Turks and Caicos Explorer Liveaboard in Turks and Caicos might include:
SharksYou may see the following sharks species: Bull Sharks, Caribbean Reef Shark, Great Hammerhead Sharks, Lemon Sharks, Nurse Sharks, Tiger Sharks.
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Ray SpeciesYou may see the following rays species: Manta Rays, Spotted Eagle Rays, Sting Rays.
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Fish SpeciesYou may also see the following fish species: Barracudas, Clownfish (Anemonefish), Frogfish, Garden Eels, Giant (Great) Barracuda, Groupers, Lionfish, Moray Eels, Parrot Fish, Puffer Fish, Reef Fish, Trigger Fish, Yellowfin Tuna.
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Other Marine Life & Bird SpeciesYou may see the following marine and bird life: Barrel Sponges, Crabs, Cuttlefish, Hard Corals, Jellyfish, Lobsters, Nudibranchs, Octopus, Soft Corals, Starfish, Turtles.
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Marine Mammal SpeciesYou might encounter the following mammals: Dolphins, Humpback Whales.
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Liveaboard Cost and Booking
Included In The PriceThe price that starts at £232/Day ($297/€271) for booking the Turks and Caicos Explorer liveaboard includes: Alcoholic Beverages, Cabin Towels, Deck Towels, Diving Package, Drinking Water, Full-Board Meal Plan (All meals), Snacks, Soft Drinks, Tea & Coffee.
Paid For Optional ExtrasThe following are optional extras when you book the Turks and Caicos Explorer liveaboard: Airport Transfer, Gratuities, Hotel Transfer, Land Excursions, Nitrox, Nitrox Course, Rental Gear, Scuba Diving Courses, Snorkel Equipment.
Paid For Required ExtrasThe following are required extras when you book the Turks and Caicos Explorer liveaboard: Fuel Surcharge, Port Fees, Visas and Fees.
Boat Capacity
Boat Length38 metres (125 feet).
Maximum Guests20
Cabins and BathroomsThe Turks and Caicos Explorer dive boat has 10 cabins and 10 bathrooms.
Cabin TypesThe Turks and Caicos Explorer has the following cabin types: double cabins, twin cabins.
Family cabins onboardFamily cabins onboard: NO.
Advanced Divers
Advanced Diver Benefits (Max 3)The Turks and Caicos Explorer liveaboard has 0 out of 3 (i.e. 0%) 'Advanced Diver Benefits', which include: Rebreather Support: NO; Sidemount Diving NO; Tech Diving: NO.
Underwater Photographers
Underwater Photographer Benefits (Max 3)The Turks and Caicos Explorer liveaboard has 3 out of 3 (i.e. 100%) 'Underwater Photographer Benefits', which include: Camera Room: YES; Camera Station: YES; Separate Rinse For U/W Cameras: YES.
Non-Diver Activities
Non-Diving Activities (Max 17)The Turks and Caicos Explorer liveaboard has 3 out of 17 (i.e. 18%) 'Non-Diving Activities', which include: Fishing: NO; Glass Bottom Boat: NO; Jacuzzi/Hot Tub: NO; Jet Skiing: NO; Kayaks: NO; Land Excursions: YES; Massage: NO; Naturalist Itineraries: [naturalist_Itineraries]; Naturalist Guide: NO; Non-Diver (Snorkeler) Friendly: YES, Sauna: NO; Snorkel Equipment: YES; Spa: NO; Stand Up Paddle Boards: NO; Wakeboarding: NO; Water Skiing: NO; Yoga: NO.
Onboard Entertainment (Max 2)The Turks and Caicos Explorer liveaboard has 1 out of 2 (i.e. 50%) 'Entertainment Features': Audio And Entertainment: YES; Library: NO.
Traveller Benefits
Travel Benefits (Max 6)The Turks and Caicos Explorer liveaboard has 4 out of 6 (i.e. 67%) 'Traveller Benefits', which include: Airport Transfer: YES; Available For Charter: YES, Budget Friendly: NO, Dedicated Local & International Crew: YES; Hotel Transfer: YES; Welcome Cocktails; NO.
Languages Spoken OnboardThe crew onboard the Turks and Caicos Explorer liveaboard are able to speak the following languages: English.
Liveaboard Summary
ConclusionAll-inclusive trip with up to 25 dives on the Turks and Caicos Explorer Turks and Caicos liveaboard from £232/day ($297/€271) & rated 9.2 + SDE Lux Rated 69%. Up to 20 divers on a 38m 125f steel-hull dive boat with 10 cabins, 10 bathrooms + aircon cabins, for charter, caters for dietary requirements, ensuite cabins, dive courses, paid nitrox, scuba gear rental. Click Turks and Caicos Explorer II for more information.
More InformationTo discover more about the Turks and Caicos Explorer diving liveaboard or to check availability for your dive trip to Turks and Caicos you can do this here: Turks and Caicos Explorer II. But if you want to compare this Turks and Caicos liveaboard with one of the other liveaboards from Turks and Caicos, please take a look at the table below.
* NoteThe above cost per day was correct at the time of producing this article. Also, the exchange rate used for GBP to USD is 1.28 and for GBP to Euro is 1.17. For an up-to-date cost for the Turks and Caicos Explorer Liveaboard, please visit this link: Turks and Caicos Explorer II.
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Article written by Russell Bowyer who has been a scuba diver since diving on the Great Barrier Reef in Australia in 1989. After his first dive he trained as a BSAC diver in the UK. He attained his Diver Leader certification with BSAC. He then went on to become a scuba diving instructor, teaching others how to dive and was voted as Diving Officer and Treasurer for the Saffron Walden BSAC club too. Russell has dived all over the world, including the UK, on liveaboards in the Red Sea, the Caribbean, South Africa and the USA. Russell is experienced in all dive types, including drift diving, deep dives that involved decompression stops and recreational dives too.
