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Cabins

6

Length / Width

20 m / 10 m

Year built

 

Rental equip.

YES ($)

Internet

FREE

Nitrox

NO

Highlights

  • The Cat Ppalu is a speedy sailing catamaran taking you to the very best of the gin-clear waters of the Exumas, Bahamas
  • Incredible, one-of-a-kind experiences on offer: join a shark feeding session, witness the spiny lobster migration in October and November or visit Pig Beach to see swimming wild pigs
  • 30 years of preserved underwater parks offer incredibly pristine diving, with special trips with marine biologists onboard offering that something extra 
  • This relaxed, floating hotel offers a host of other activities to enjoy, including snorkeling, wind surfing, kayaking, stand-up paddle-boarding, bird watching and island exploring
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Booking process

1. BOOKING

Once we receive your booking, we double check availability with the dive operator and reserve your spot

2. CONFIRMATION

We usually get back to you within 24 hours to confirm that your booking is final

3. 48H FREE CANCELLATION PERIOD

You then have 48 hours to take care of other travel arrangements. Your credit card will only be charged after that period

Payment & cancellation

Payment terms

  • Now: 0%
  • 48 hours after booking confirmation: 1000.00 USD
  • 195 days before trip start: 100%

Cancellation fee

Free cancellation for 48h after confirmation

  • 5.0% of the total booking amount will be charged if you cancel more than 195 days prior to arrival
  • 100.0% will be charged if you cancel less than 195 days prior to arrival

Cabins

Description

Sail the Bahamas aboard Cat Ppalu, a 65 ft. liveaboard catamaran that combines diving, sailing, and island adventure.

Each week it departs from Nassau to the Northern Exumas, offering access to remote walls, wrecks, thrilling drift dives like the “Washing Machine,” coral reefs, and shark encounters. Many sites are also ideal for snorkeling in the crystal-clear waters of the Exumas Land & Sea Park, home to abundant marine life and large groupers.

Cat Ppalu accommodates 12 guests in 6 cabins (4 doubles and 2 twins), with 2 freshwater showers and 2 heads. Up to 19 dives per week are possible, but guests can also choose to kayak, paddleboard, snorkel, bird-watch, or hike nature trails on uninhabited islands. The atmosphere is relaxed, with no set itineraries and plenty of time to explore.

All meals, beverages, open bar, water sports, and diving are included, making Cat Ppalu a floating bed-and-breakfast with personalized service from the crew. Available for private charters and special interest groups, this sailing liveaboard is ideal for divers and adventurers looking for a unique and flexible Bahamian experience.

How to get there

Please refer to logistics section of each itinerary to find detailed info on how to get there.

 

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Deck Plan

DIVING SERVICES

Diving gear

  • Tanks With Int (Yoke) Valves
  • Tanks With Din Valves
  • Din/Int Adapters
  • Rental Equipment ($)

For your safety

  • Fire Alarm
  • Fire Extinguisher
  • Life Jackets
  • Life Rafts
  • Emergency Oxygen Kit

Languages spoken

  • English
  • French
  • Portuguese

PADI® Courses Available

  • Scuba Refresher
  • Open Water Diver
  • Advanced Open Water Diver

Dive Center Facilities

  • Wi-Fi (Free)
  • Battery Charging Station
  • Warm-Water Showers
  • Fish Id And Diving Books

Boat Amenities

Amenities & services

  • Credit Cards Accepted
  • Wi-Fi (Free)
  • Air-Conditioning
  • Spacious Diving Platform
  • Separate Zodiac/Dhoni

Activities

  • Land Excursions

Great for families

  • Board Games
  • Movies

Sports & Watersports

  • Snorkeling
  • Stand-Up Paddling
  • Windsurfing
  • Kayaking
  • Fishing

Payments

  • Visa
  • Mastercard
  • Discover
  • Personal Checks
  • Cash

Food & drink

  • Buffet
  • Alcohol
  • Gluten Free Food

Facilities

  • Lounge/Tv Area
  • Us Power Sockets
  • Power Socket Adapters

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