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Description
⚠️ Notice: Liveaboard Currently Unavailable.
🛠️ This diving liveaboard is not in operation at the moment — either undergoing a full refit or changing management.
🌊 Looking for an alternative? We'd be happy to help you find the perfect dive trip!
📧 Contact us at: contact@diveandcruise.com.
Boat
Itemata measures 18.28m long and 9.2 wide and thanks to its mean midship draught of 1.55m you will be able to get very close to the white sanded beaches. It was built by Sunreef and has one sail and two engines 75Hp. It has a 220 volts power on board provided by a generator Kohler 11kVa allowing you to charge your cameras, flashes, computers and phones.
Itemata is a huge catamaran who can accomodate 14 person. However we only take maximum 8 guests: 5 divers maximum per trip, or 6 divers max. if one of them is Dive Master or Instructor and can lead dives.
There are 3 areas onboard : the cabins, the common room for dinning and diving, as well as its flybridge. With its huge dimensions it offers plenty of living space. The crew will do everything to satisfy all your needs. If one of the 5 staterooms remains vacant during your stay it will be at your disposal for better welfare.
All the dives will take place from the 4.7m long tender boat equipped with a powerful engine Yamaha 40Hp. Full diving gear will be available for free.
Itemata provide home made local food and french traditionnal cuisine. Special regime on request.
Cabin
Itemata has 5 guest cabins, each trip, accommodating up to 8 guests:
4 Standard Double Cabins :
Each cabin comes with a double bed and private bathroom.
1 Standard Twin Cabin :
This cabin comes with twin beds and private bathroom.
Single Supplement :
We do our best for the guest on board: if there's a free cabin during the trip, it will be given for your better comfort. Singles are accomodated in double bed cabin if available no extra charge.
Diving
2-3 dives per day depends on itinerary and sea conditions.
No dive provided on the day of arrival and departure.
All diving is led by the experienced dive guide.
Other Information
- Nitrox：Not available at the moment..
- 15L Tanks：Not available at the moment.
- REBREATHER Dive： Available with additional charge
- Technical Dive：Not available at the moment.
- Dive Equipment Rental：Available with additional charge
- Dive insurance：Divers must have valid dive insurance
- Wi-Fi Internet ：Not available at the moment
- Laundry Service： Washing machine available
- Massage Service：Not available at the moment
- Payment on board：By cash (EUR/USD) only.
- Crew Number：4, including 1 dive guides.
Itineraries
FAKARAVA 11D/10N OF DREAM AT TUAMOTU
Route : Fakarava – Tetamanu – Kauehi – Toau – Fakarava
This itinerary offers challenging dives that will satisfy the most adventurous divers. Diving in the passes is extraordinary, which is why we require a certain level of scuba-diving certification. Look out for: sharks, mantas, dolphins, tunas, jacks, barracudas...
The minimum water temperature varies between 25°C (77°F) in winter (September) and 29°C (84°F) in summer (march), with no thermocline and an outstanding visibility year-round.
1st day : Arrival at the airport of Fakarava, welcome by the crew, then transfer onto the boat. Settling into your private cabin, tour of the village, water sports, swimming. Sunset with a cocktail, presentation of the trip, welcome party.
2nd day : Early-morning departure for Fakarava’s southern end, smooth sail through the lagoon, troll fishing. Anchorage off the Tetamanu village. Water sports or scuba-dive. Lunch. Land excursion, shell collecting, tour of the ancient village of Tetamanu and its church, scuba-dive or water sport of your choice, kayak. Option of a Polynesian party on land.
3rd day : Morning rise in Fakarava’s stunning lagoon, scuba-dive or water sports, then excursion to the untamed beauty of the “pink sand motu”, beach, swim. Lunch, scuba-dive or water sport of your choice. Sunset on the lagoon. Evening departure towards Tahanea.
4th day : Early anchorage off of a stunning, wild motu in Tahanea, scuba-dive or water sports, kayak, land excursion on a beautiful, deserted beach… Swims, shell collecting, lunch. Tour of the island in the RIB, scuba-dive, then trip back to the boat for a BBQ evening.
5th day : Morning rise in Tahanea’s heavenly lagoon, early-morning scuba-dive looking for manta rays, water sport of your choice. Lunch, swim in crystal clear waters, scuba-dive, then departure for Kauehi, big-game fishing, sunset at sea.
6th day : Anchorage on the coral reef, scuba-dive or water sports. Lunch. Scuba-dive or water sports, kayak, troll fishing in the Kauehi pass, with the sun setting down. BBQ evening.
7th day : Water sports of your choice, swim, scuba-dive. Lunch, option of a land excursion, exploration of the reef to look for shells, water sport or scuba-dive, dinner.
8th day : Early morning departure for Toau, sunrise at sea, smooth sailing helped by the trade winds, breakfast, big-game fishing. Anchorage off of a stunning coral sand beach, water sports or scuba-dive. Lunch, option to visit a pearl farm, water sports or scuba-dive. Sunset on the lagoon, BBQ evening.
9th day : Sunrise on the spectacular Toau lagoon, water sports, scuba-dive. Land excursion to look for shells, swim, coconut tasting (you will learn how to extract the coconut milk that is so prevalent in Polynesian cooking). Lunch. Water sports of your choice or scuba-dive. Sunset on the lagoon, dinner.
10th day : Early morning departure for the northern end of Fakarava. Short sail and anchorage off the coral reef. Snorkeling or scuba-dive in the famous Garuae pass (over half a mile wide!). Lunch, scuba-dive, then a smooth sail to the village of Rotoava. Last sunset with a cocktail, farewell party.
11th day : Village tour, water sports and last swims, then back to shore and transfer to the airport.
Schedules & routes
Prices & conditions
Included
- Transfers from airport and/or hotel to the yacht
- Fuel surcharge
- Full-board meal plan (including snacks)
- Dinner ashore the night before disembarkation
- Soft drinks
- Diving activity (incl. tanks, weights, weight belts)
- Dive guide service
- Land excursions and activities throughout the trip
- Boat accident insurance
- Cabin cleaning service
Not included
- Domestic flights in destination country
- Marine park fees & Port fees
- Complimentary alcoholic beverage with dinner
- Dive equipment rentals
- Dive courses on board
- Dive insurance (mandatory requirement)
- Travel insurance (trip cancellation insurance)
- Crew gratuity
Useful information
French Polynesia
Best time for diving
November to April is the wet season with warmer waters and bigger pelagic sightings, while May to October is the dry season, offering calmer seas and excellent visibility. Overall, diving is possible year-round. Visibility typically ranges between 15 - 40 meters, with mild to medium currents. For manta ray encounters, the best time is generally June to October at sites like Fakarava and Rangiroa.
About temperatures
Air : generally ranges between 24°C - 31°C year-round.
Sea : stay warm year-round, between 26°C - 29°C.
Wetsuit Recommendation
A 3 mm wetsuit is usually sufficient year-round, though some divers prefer a 5 mm wetsuit during the cooler dry season.
Diver requirement
We advice recommend to have at least an AOW certification ideally combined with Nitrox. As most of the dive sites are over 18 meters and strong currents can happen. You can find out more information here : French Polynesia
Embarkation / Disembarkation
Liveaboards generally embark and disembark in Papeete (Tahiti), Bora Bora, or Rangiroa, depending on the itinerary.
Visa Requirements
Visitors from most EU countries can enter French Polynesia visa-free for up to 90 days. Proof of onward travel may be requested. For more information, please check French Polynesia Visa Info.
Vaccinations
No specific vaccinations are required for most travelers. It is recommended to be up to date on routine vaccinations. If arriving from areas with yellow fever, proof of vaccination may be requested.
Money Matters
The local currency is CFP Franc (XPF). Euro, USD and major credit cards are widely accepted on liveaboards, in hotels, and in larger restaurants and shops. ATMs are available in major islands.
Drones
Drone usage is allowed but regulated. A permit may be required for commercial use. For personal photography, check local regulations before flying.
Extending your holiday
We offer a range of hotels/resorts, land-based diving packages, and excursions that can be arranged before or after your liveaboard holiday. Just ask us if you need such service.
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