Thorfinn | Truk Lagoon

Boat

Thorfinn is a classic and substantial 58m long, 10m wide steel-hulled dive liveaboard designed for comfort, stability and exceptional diving expeditions in Micronesia. The vessel cruises at an efficient cruising speed around 11 knots and maximum speed at 16 knots, combines robust construction with spacious living and social areas ideal for extended stays at sea.

Thorfinn was built in Norway in 1954 as an Ice Class Whaler. In 1977 she was converted into an utility charter cruiser in Vancouver, then she was upgraded in Cairns, Australia in 1995. In 2005 and 2008 she had majors repair and replacement in Batangas, Philippines.

The interior features a large air-conditioned guest lounge with comfortable seating, a multimedia entertainment system including a large LED TV, DVD player, surround sound and a well-stocked book and reference library — perfect for relaxing between dives. Adjacent to the lounge is the dining room where all meals are served with attention to variety and dietary needs. Outside, the ship’s decks offer plenty of spaces to unwind: a sun deck with loungers for soaking up the tropical views and a spa deck with a large hot tub where guests can relax after a day of diving.

Thorfinn’s dive operations are supported by state-of-the-art covered dive launches equipped for fast, quiet transfer to dive sites. The dive deck on board is designed to make gearing up and equipment care smooth and organized, with multiple rinse stations and dedicated camera tables for underwater photographers.

Cabin

Thorfinn has 10 comfortable guest cabins and can accommodate up to 20 guests per trip:

All cabins are air-conditioned and offer storage space, with many including private or shared bathroom facilities and entertainment options.

1 Thor’s Lair Luxury Suite:
Located on the main deck, this exclusive suite features a king-size bed with adjoining settee, large windows, a 44″ TV, walk-in closet, bar fridge and private shower and toilet — ideal for guests seeking extra space and luxury.

1 Guest Cabin (#03):
Located on the main deck, this cabin comes with a double bed and a single bed in bunk style, comes with private bathroom, windows.

5 Guest Cabins (#04 - #08):
Located on the lower deck, each cabin comes with a double bed and single bed in bunk style (except for #04), private bathroom, porthole.

2 Guest Cabins (#09 - #10):
Located on the upper deck, each cabin comes with a queen size double bed, use shared bathroom, windows.

1 Guest Cabins (#11):
Located on the upper deck, this cabin comes with two single beds, use shared bathroom, windows.

Diving

• Typically up to 5 dives daily depending on itinerary.

• No diving on embarkation and disembarkation days.

• All diving will provide experienced guide to lead the dive.

Other information

• Nitrox: Available with additional charge
• Tech Diving: Supported with appropriate facilities
• Rebreather Dive: Supported(service areas available)
• Dive Equipment Rental: Available with surcharge
• Dive Insurance: Divers must have valid dive insurance
• Wi-Fi Internet: Free hotspot available
• Laundry Service: Limited available with surcharge
• Massage Service：Not available at the moment.
• Payment on Board: Cash (USD) or credit cards
• Crew Number: 22, with 3 dive guides.

Daily Diving Procedures

Mornings
Mornings begin with fresh coffee, hot tea and fresh morning baking at main guest lounge for early risers as a prelude to breakfast. A Full American breakfast menu is served at ship’s ‘D’ deck dining lounge by 7:00 AM. After a pre-dive lounge briefing, first dives are underway by 8:00 AM

Daily Dives
Each day begins with lounge briefings, with the first dives departing around 8:00 AM. Dive schedules are set by each group or assigned by guides, and daily dive plans with wreck sketches are available for guests every morning.

Dive sites are reached by a short (~10 min) launch ride. Crew assist with final preparations before entry, and cameras and lights are handed down prior to descending the mooring line with your guide. A brief dive plan is given before each dive.

Chuuk’s WWII wrecks and reefs are covered in vibrant corals and marine life, with warm water and visibility of 10–35 m (30–100 ft). Guides highlight each site’s best features, while experienced divers may explore independently. Wreck penetration is permitted on a buddy basis, preferably with a guide, and proper wreck procedures are strictly followed for safety.

Single-tank air divers should begin ascent with 70 bar / 1,000 psi remaining, following staged safety stops. Emergency safety cylinders are available, and Nitrox is provided for certified divers on shallower dives.

After surfacing, crew assist with gear handling. Freshwater showers, towels, and drinking water are available immediately, and equipment is rinsed and stored by staff. Snacks and refreshments are served during surface intervals between up to four daily dives and after night dives.

Surface Breaks
Wide selections of DVD films/movies are available from a central library for viewing at main lounge’s 50” LED TV, or at smaller sets in each guest room. Underwater photos/videos can be viewed at these sets also. A ship’s store/boatique offers many items of interest in books, handicrafts, postcards and T shirts. Reading libraries in various languages and topics are located in main lounge, dining room, and at ship’s office.

Spacious sun decks and lounging chairs provide tanning locations, or shade under awnings to read a book and enjoy refreshments. After dark, often brilliant night skies can be viewed by star gazers sitting out or laying back on upper deck lounge chairs. Deck towels are readied at camera table racks for use as desired.

Night Dive
After supper night dives complete a choice of 5 dives/day, and are offered every evening that conditions permit… only requiring one diver or more to enjoy vivid corals and nocturnal aqua life on many sites.

Island Visits
Visits to islands adjacent to ship moorage for views of a basic tropic lifestyle and various ruins left from a past Japanese era are freely available on request.

Departures
For late afternoon departing flights, guests complete personal packing and shipboard formalities followed by midday departing farewells for transfers back to Weno , Chuuk’s main commercial island in suitable time for airport check-ins and flight off to other worlds

Dive Plans Choice

E Pack: Introducing an affordable Dive Plan for budget minded divers.
- Including: 3 daily air dives to differing sites with optional extras on request.

Sunrise Plan: The most popular Dive Plan for vacationing divers.
- Including: Continuous diving up to 5 times daily as conditions/location permit, from fine 32 ft. launches. Free Nitrox EAN32 single cylinders. Optional Multi-cylinders with custom blends (see prices on website).

Rebreather Plan: A Custom Full Service Plan tailored to divers minus the bubbles…!
- Including: Continuous daily diving within safe profiles, from fine 32 ft. dive launches. Free twin custom rebreather cylinders, filled with oxygen and air diluent. Free air-filled 12 l bail-out bottle, with optional oxygen on request. Extended deep schedules for groups with experienced local guide using air profiles. Sofnolime 6-8 grain size at cost. Optional Helium available upon advanced request, for personally supervised blending (Helium requires six weeks notice for shipping prior to arrival, price on request!)

Truk Tek Unlimited Plan: For diving deeper and longer….
- Including: Continuous diving within safe profiles on air-filled Twins and a custom filled Stage Cylinder up to EAN50. For additional cylinders, fillings or higher blends: price on request. Extended deep technical group schedules, with local guides utilizing air-only profiles. Optional Helium available upon advanced request, for personally supervised blending (Helium requires six weeks notice for shipping prior to arrival, price on request!)