Dive South Safaris
The first phase of the trip takes the team into South Africa, and the capable hands of Reon and Karin Coetzee of Dive South.
Reon and Karin specialise in creating itineraries for groups of divers that take in the very best of South African diving - sharks, wrecks, reefs, seals - as well as using their vast experience to ensure that their guests experience the ultimate the land has to offer as well. Karin and Reon have moved heavan and earth to ensure the team has a memorable visit to South Africa, with an itinerary encompassing Great White Sharks, kelp diving, and the caves and gullies of Aliwal Shoal.
Kayak Africa
Kayak Africa are the only dive operator to have bases on the islands of the Lake Malawi National Park. These islands have exquisite lodges built on them, using only local materials, traditional methods and environmentally friendly waste disposal methods. From here, as otters play in the shallows around the islands and fish eagles soar overhead, the team will explore the lake using dive gear, kayaks, and the encyclopaeidic knowledge of the Kayak Africa team.
Sam's Tours
Not for nothing have Sam's Tours consistently been voted one of the finest dive centres by the readers of Rodale Scuba Diving Magazine. For more than 18 years they have been providing the chance to explore Palau's reef systems, hidden waterways and forgotten jungles. Sam Scott has a passion for the area, and his boundless enthusiasm has seen Sam's Tours rise to become one of the premier dive centres on earth.
Manta Ray Bay Hotel and Yap Divers
Yap is a divers paradise, and Manta Ray Hotel and Yap Divers are well named, famous for the great congregations of mantas sweeping the shallow channels around the main island. But there is so much more to Yap than just mantas, with 90 miles of coral reefs and walls, and over 800 resident species of fish.
Cairns Dive Centre
Cairns Dive Centre boasts the MV Kangaroo Explorer, a magnificent 25 metre catamaran specifically designed for Quennsland coastal cruising. A spacious saloon, bar, and luxurious cabins come as standard, what is more impressive is the huge area for divers to change and prepare, as well as a large custom built tender permanently on stand by. The MV kangaroo Explorer is a result of years of experience working the Barrier Reef, and is the perfect vessel to explore one of the greatest natural wonders of the seas.
The Dolphin Dream Team
For over fifteen years, Captain Scott Smith has been cruising the waters off Little Bahamas Bank to study and interact with the famous spotted dolphins in the area. Passionate about the careful study and conservation of these animals, Scott has logged more hours in the water with the dolphins than any other diver. The only possible choice as host for the team on this final week.
Dive Tutukaka
Whilst researching this trip, FCE Ltd asked numerous organisations about who should be our hosts in New Zealand. The answer was unanimous - Dive Tutukaka.
Scuba Iguana
Jack Nelson of Scuba Iguana, one of the Galapagos prime diving operators, is convinced that this phase of the trip will be the best of all. The Galapagos experience is unique, and in Scuba Iguana the team has one of the best centres in the business.
Belize Academy of Diving
Formed by two British couples who were concerned at the poor levels of safety and service in many of the dive centres they visited, the Belize Academy of Diving is rapidly establishing itself as one of the key players in Belize. Safe diving to a tailor made itinerary - a world class diving experience. The team will be staying at the Caribe Island Resort's beachfront vacation suites during their stay in Belize www.caribeisland.com
