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Ferox

Ferox Itinerary

Malpelo - 9N

10 days / 9 nights

About Ferox

  • One of the safest, sturdiest and most robust liveaboard vessels in the world
  • Exemplary standards of service with modern dive facilities and an expert crew
  • Enjoy exclusive access to the world renowned Malpelo Island, with just six divers per site
  • Range of accommodation options to suit all travellers

Exploring the frontier diving at Malpelo Island onboard Ferox liveaboard, a former navy vessel designed for the most challenging of conditions - including sea ice! Ferox is an adventure liveaboard through-and-through, featuring an array of up-to-date dive facilities alongside a casual and energetic atmosphere. Get into the spirit of exploration with convenient dive tenders, complimentary nitrox, and Personal Locator Beacons, while the experienced crew ensure you never miss a moment of Malepo’s incredible action.

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Itinerary details

Length of trip 10 days / 9 nights
Number of dives 17
Experience Advanced Open Water - Minimum 50 dives
Insurance Required

Highlights

  • Adventurous expedition to a remote UNESCO World Heritage Site
  • Only one liveaboard permitted, with just 12 divers on board
  • Hammerheads, silkies, Galapagos sharks, whale sharks and mantas
  • Explore the rugged walls, pinnacles, swim-throughs and reefs 
  • Dive with the fastest marine animal on the planet - the sailfish
Day 1:
Private transport from Cali to Buenaventura (approximately 3 hours). Upon arrival in Buenaventura guests will be transported to the Ferox. Guests will participate in vessel safety drills.

Day 2: 
Transit to Malpelo. General dive briefing/national park briefing/equipment set-up.

Day 3: 
We arrive at Malpelo; after a dive briefing and safety checks, we will begin dive operations.

Days 4-7: 
The vessel will circumnavigate the island of Malpelo, offering up to 3 divers a day. The number of days may vary depending on the dates chosen.

Day 8: 
Two dives before returning to Buenaventura.

Day 9: 
Transit to Buenaventura.

Day 10: 
Arrival at the port of Buenaventura after approximately 30 hours of navigation. Private transportation to Cali.

Sample itineraries are for guidance only. Actual itineraries may differ slightly due to factors such as weather, wildlife, logistics and local regulations.



Transfer details

Departure

01:00pm

Buenaventura

Cali Airport: CLO

Return

08:00am

Buenaventura

Cali Airport: CLO

    What's included
    • Meals and snacks
    • Water, tea and coffee
    • Towels and toiletries 
    • Tanks and weights 
    • Nitrox
    • Transfers


    To be paid in advance or onboard
    • Diving and travel insurance
    • Park and port fees - US$400 per trip


    To be booked in advance or paid onboard
    • Alcoholic drinks
    • Equipment rental - US$200 per trip
    • 15l tanks - US$10 per day
    • Dive computer - US$15 per day
    • Diving courses
    • Gratuities
    • Satellite phone

    Payment policy
    • 30% of total booking amount will be charged if canceled more than 120 days in advance of expedition.
    • 60% of total booking amount will be charged if canceled between 120 to 60 days in advance of expedition.
    • 100% of total booking amount will be charged if canceled less than 60 days in advance of expedition.
    Special offers or promotions - separate payment and cancellation terms may apply. 
    Group bookings - separate payment and cancellation terms may apply. 
    Contact the ZuBlu travel team if you have any questions about payment terms and cancellation.
    Cancellation policy
    30% deposit - required to secure reservation.
    30% - 120 days prior to departure.
    40% balance - due 60 days prior to departure.
    Bookings received less than 60 days before departure require payment in full to secure reservation.

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