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The Ocean Hunter I has been specifically designed by divers, for divers. Unlimited diving is conducted off a spacious diving platform at the stern of the boat and hardly ever off a chaseboat (so you can climb right back onto the boat when you’re done and take a warm freshwater shower!).
Ocean Hunter I has three cabins with private bath and a/c, and accommodates up to 6 guests, which means uncrowded reefs, ease of entry into the water, personal attention and maximized bottom time.
Furthermore, the vessel is designed for professional underwater photography, with a big working area and more than 60 electrical outlets (110 and 220 volt), extra storage space, and E-6 processing available overnight.
NITROX tanks and certification are available onboard. The chef serves fresh low-fat gourmet cuisine. Built by the pioneer divers of Palau for others to explore Palau's waters, reefs, caves and wrecks for themselves in comfort and intimate luxury, Ocean Hunter I provides a high-class, unrivalled liveaboard experience for diving the true Palau.

The Ocean Hunter staff is a family. Unlike the bigger liveaboard boats who change crews and captains often, this family-run business gives you the same famous service and knowledge. A maximum number of 6 divers only get spoiled on those excursions.

Explore Palau's famous reefs, wrecks, lakes and rock islands, with only six guests on board and a shallow draft that allows for uncrowded dive sites and maximum flexibility. The best dives of Palau, crown jewel of Micronesia diving, and among the top dive sites in the world for unrivaled marine biodiversity and pristine diving.

The 60 foot beamy, steel motor sailer's hull was built in Holland in 1979. Ocean Hunter's small size means uncrowded reefs, ease of entry, maximized dive time, and personalized attention.

Sun Deck: A large sun tanning area forward for those of you who want to sunbathe and comfortable covered seating aft to protect you from overexposure.

Salon and Dining Room: Magnificently built of varnished teak, the salon of the Ocean Hunter is very homey and comfortable. It is separately air-conditioned and has a sophisticated entertainment centre and a bar.

A few words about the food - The chef, Solomon, has been on board since August 1994. Their gourmet menu was developed by Tova, who went out on the boat for the first six months in Palau, learning what their guests liked. As a dedicated diver who knows the importance of low-fat, fibre-rich meals, she has designed a menu with foods from around the world: Palauan, Italian, Mediterranean, French, Japanese (with fresh sashimi, sushi, and deliciously cooked fresh seafood) and much more. Numerous snacks will be served in between meals. Fresh vegetables and fruits are in abundance and will be served with every meal. Solomon will gladly cater to vegetarian or any other dietary request.

Accommodation

Three separately air-conditioned cabins can accommodate up to six divers.

Cabin 1: Two single, extra-wide beds; private bathroom and shower.
Cabin 2: Two single, extra-wide beds; private bathroom and shower.
Cabin 3: Master stateroom. King-size bed and a single bed will sleep a couple or two singles. Private, spacious bathroom and shower.
Itinerary
The beauty of live-aboard diving around Palau is that distances between dive sites are very short compared to some other destinations. This allows the itinerary to be very flexible as the only restrictions are tidal patterns and the general weather conditions. Ocean Hunter offers 7 day and extended 10 or 12 day cruises
You can dive as much as you like or take it easy and explore some of the beautiful lagoons and caves in the Rock Islands area. With only six people on board your personal wishes and interest will be catered for. Of course the crew also does has a number of dive sites that they want to show you!
Special Interests:
When weather permits, Ocean Hunter can sail down to the southernmost islands of the Palau chain, Peleliu and Anguar. Both islands have deserted, shallow harbours, which were the sites of major WW2 battles. On these expeditions, there is an optional land tour with a local history guide. So if WWII or special critters are your interest, please let us know early.

The Ocean Hunter was designed to accommodate divers and offer some special considerations: