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Spoilsport is a deluxe standard professional dive yacht, it offering scuba diving trips in the Great Barrier Reef and Coral Sea year round, it can accommodate up to 28 guests.

Date 27/04/26 to 30/04/26
Duration 3 nights
Boat Spoilsport Mike Ball
Destination Australia
Departure Cairns
Arrival Cairns
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Description

Boat

Spoilsport was custom built to provide superb dive liveaboard trips and great guest facilities, it measuring 30m in length, 10.5m in beam. This liveaboard yatch has a twin hull design which maximises stability and passenger comfort in all conditions, it is Australia’s most awarded liveaboard dive boat.

Spoilsport was belongs to the Mike Ball Dive Expeditions Company, and this company has been running liveaboard dive expeditions since 1969 and provides trips from Cairns to the Coral Sea with weekly departures. And it is the only dive boat running trips to the Coral Sea to offer solo diving and rebreather services.

Spoilsport have everything you need for a comfortable, enjoyable liveaboard dive expedition: The top deck is all about passenger comfort, with its spacious lounge and saloon opening out to the exterior sun deck, while the middle deck houses all passenger accommodation and the dive deck.

Relax in the spacious lounge / bar inside, or head up to the sun deck and enjoy the view over the Coral Sea. The award-winning food and service caters to all dietary requirements, the chef prepares all meals fresh and vegetarians are well-catered for with their own dedicated menu.


Cabin

Spoilsport contains 14 comfortable cabins, most of them are with ocean views. It can accomendates 28 guests on board:

All cabins are air-conditioned, equipped with wardrobe and under-bed storage.
Most of cabins are with private bathroom, only budget cabins needs to use the shared bathroom.

4 Premium Cabin (#3, #4, #9, #10) :
Located on the main deck, each cabin comes with a double bed, ensuite bathroom, seaview window.

4 Standard Cabins (#5, #6, #7, #8) :
Located on the main deck, each cabin comes with twin single beds, ensuite bathroom, seaview window.

4 Club Cabins (#11, #12, #13, #14) :
Located on the main deck, each cabin comes with twin single beds (bunk style), ensuite bathroom.

2 Budget Cabins (#1, #2) :
Located on the main deck, each cabin comes with twin single beds (bunk style), use one shared bathroom between each other.


Diving

  • 3 - 4 dives per day, depends on the itinerary.
  • Only 2 dives will be provided on the last diving day.
  • 1 - 2 dive(s) will be provided on the day of embarkation.
  • No dive will be provided on the day of disembarkation.
  • All divings are self-guided with buddy teams.
  • Safety guides are assigned to those divers who are at risk or to assist.
  • Nautilus LifeLine Marine GPS will be provided to divers.

Other Informations

  • Nitrox:Available with additional cost
  • 15L Tanks:Available with additional cost
  • REBREATHER Dive:Possible, divers must bring own unit.
  • Technical Dive:Available with additional cost
  • Dive Equipment Rental:Available, rate on request
  • Dive insurance:Divers must have valid dive insurance
  • Wi-Fi Internet :Complimentary for all guests
  • Laundry Service:Not available at the moment
  • Massage Service:Not available at the moment
  • Payment on board:Cash (AUD only), credit cards (VISA, Mastercard)
  • Crew Number:12, include 3 dive guides

Cabins & prices

Included

  • Domestic flights in destination country
  • Transfers from airport and/or hotel to the yacht
  • VAT and local taxes
  • Full-board meal plan (including snacks)
  • Complimentary beverages (water, tea, coffee)
  • Complimentary alcoholic beverage with dinner
  • Soft drinks
  • Diving activity (incl. tanks, weights, weight belts)
  • Dive guide service
  • Land excursions and activities throughout the trip
  • Boat accident insurance
  • Cabin towels and complimentary toiletries
  • Cabin cleaning service
  • Wi-Fi

Not included

  • Marine park fees & Port fees
  • Fuel surcharge
  • Alcoholic beverage
  • Dive equipment rentals
  • Larger tank (15 L)
  • Nitrox fills
  • Dive courses on board
  • Dive insurance (mandatory requirement)
  • Travel insurance (trip cancellation insurance)
  • Crew gratuity

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Destinations Australia
Facilities Nitrox support, Sidemount Friendly, Rebreather Friendly, Tech Friendly, Camera Station, Nautilus GPS, Wi-Fi
Languages spoken English

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Frequently Asked Questions

Pricing for Spoilsport Mike Ball varies by cabin type, route and duration. Most trips start from $2,401 per person. Live prices and current availability are listed on the Schedules tab. Contact our dive team for a custom quote or private charter pricing.
Standard inclusions: airport and hotel transfers, full-board meals, soft drinks, diving (tanks, weights, weight belts), dive guide service, land excursions, cabin towels and toiletries, Wi-Fi and boat accident insurance. Excludes: international and domestic flights, marine park fees, fuel surcharge, dive and travel insurance, equipment rental, nitrox fills, alcohol, gratuity.
Australia offers year-round diving with two distinct seasons. Manta and warmer water characterise the wet season, while larger pelagics and cooler water mark the dry season. Browse upcoming departures by month on the Schedules tab to pick the best window for your travel dates.
Most Spoilsport Mike Ball routes require Open Water certification with at least 50 logged dives. Some sites with strong currents require Advanced Open Water. Check the Useful Information tab on this page for destination-specific requirements.
Spoilsport Mike Ball hosts up to 16 divers per departure. The small group ratio means personalised service, flexible dive scheduling and minimal waiting between dives.
The crew speaks English. Dive briefings are given in English with translation available on request. International dive guides accompany selected departures.
Browse live departures on the Schedules tab. Each row links to the booking page with date, route and confirmed pricing. For private charters or custom itineraries, contact the Dive and Cruise dive team via the form below. No booking fees.
Full refund up to 90 days before departure, sliding scale thereafter. Travel insurance covering trip cancellation is strongly recommended and mandatory for some destinations. See the booking terms for full details.
Yes. Valid dive insurance covering emergency evacuation, hyperbaric treatment and diving accidents is mandatory on all Spoilsport Mike Ball departures. We also recommend travel insurance with trip cancellation coverage. Proof of insurance is checked at embarkation.
Spoilsport Mike Ball operates across Australia. Expect schooling pelagics, reef sharks, manta rays, sea turtles, vibrant coral walls and macro critters. Seasonal highlights shift by month and region - check the destination page for the current conditions.
Nitrox is available on Spoilsport Mike Ball for an additional charge. Larger 15L tanks, rebreather support and tech diving can be arranged on request. Notify our dive team at the time of booking so we can confirm availability and add the surcharge.
Most Australia liveaboard trips connect via a regional hub. We recommend arriving 1 day before embarkation to recover from travel and to clear any park or transit fees. Airport transfers are included in the trip price.
This specific Spoilsport Mike Ball departure runs from Apr 27 - Apr 30, 2026. Embarkation is in the afternoon of day 1, disembarkation in the morning of the final day. Plan international flights to arrive 1 day early and depart 1 day late.
This package includes 3 nights aboard Spoilsport Mike Ball. The full itinerary covers up to 20 dives across multiple sites. Check the Description tab for the day-by-day dive plan and the Schedules tab for the exact route.
Cabin options on this Spoilsport Mike Ball departure include: Classic Twin, Twin/Double, Premium Double, Premium Twin/Double. Each cabin has ensuite bathroom, air conditioning, storage and US-plug outlets. Live availability and per-person pricing by cabin are shown on the booking page.

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