Liveaboards Built by Divers for Divers

The Siren Fleet is owned and operated Fleet Management is handled by our by Worldwide Dive and Sail, founded by experienced and knowledgeable Frank van der Linde in 2003. Each of our operations team. By managing our own liveaboard yachts have been built on the fleet we are able to have a direct impact island of Sulawesi, Indonesia, in the on the daily running of and regular traditional gaff-rigged Phinisi style. upgrades to our yachts. Taking guest feedback into account, we directly Our highly experienced team handcrafted supervise scheduled maintenance every vessel specifically with divers in periods and ensure the same standards mind, making adjustments and upgrades for both comfort and safety are met fleet with each new build to ensure we are able wide. to offer you yachts of only the highest standards. The head office team is also on hand to support and advise local managers in all Siren Fleet destinations which serves to Yachts of the Siren Fleet enhance your time on board and provide an optimum diving experience. S/Y Fiji Siren Join us aboard any Siren Fleet yacht and S/Y Indo Siren not only are we sure you will be more than S/Y Palau Siren satisfied, we are confident you will return S/Y Philippine Siren time and time again.

Don’t just take our word for it, read our guests’ feedback on our website: are all 40m (130ft) in length, Our Vessels www.sirenfleet.com/testimonials with a beam of 9-9.7m (30ft). Each hosts 16 guests in 8 luxuriously appointed twin or double bed cabins, all of which enjoy “We had a great time on the Fiji Siren. natural light. The crew are all wonderful, happy and “Our adventure began with a simple vision: friendly people. We will de nitely be Forward on the middle deck are the back* and will de nitely recommend the push industry standards to provide our guests spacious dive set-up areas, indoor lounge, Siren Fleet to all of our friends” with an unsurpassed liveaboard diving experience. bar and camera station, whilst to the aft is Naruekorn and Deborah Leenutaphong, the shaded dining area. Thailand Why not make our vision your reality? Choose the An upper level sundeck completes our style, *Travelled aboard Fiji Siren in February 2014, Siren Fleet for the ultimate dive vacation.” providing the perfect place to enjoy the view booked aboard Palau Siren in 2015 Frank van der Linde and Mark Shandur or top up your tan.

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Accommodation is in 8 air-conditioned Spacious Dive Decks provide individual Our Crew are selected for their experience Safety on Board is paramount. Each yacht en-suite cabins. Choose a double or twin set-up stations and extra storage for all your and professionalism. On board you will find is finished to the highest standard and bed configuration when you book.* Each personal items. All you need do is set up the highest quality instructors and guides. features the latest in safety technology, with has a range of features to make your time your kit on arrival and our crew will take Each yacht has a large crew of 12, ensuring fully automated life rafts, radio and satellite on board exceptionally comfortable, care of the rest. Deck staff are on hand to you will receive attentive service throughout communication, life vests, fire extinguishers including soft cotton bed linen, thick bath assist you with wetsuits and cameras, they your liveaboard cruise. The team consists of and pumps, EPIRB, SART and an electronic towels, bathrobes, hot and cold water, will also carry your equipment to the waiting a Captain, an Engineer, a Deck Hand, 2 diver recall system. hairdryer and in-room safe. An tenders if you so wish.You will find fresh Dive Tender Drivers, a Host, a House-keeper/ entertainment system, pre-loaded with water showers for rinsing off along with two Massage Therapist, 2 Chefs and a Dive A Nautilus Lifeline is provided for any diver music and movies, is also provided. deck heads with warm water shower and Team of 3 which includes an English-speaking who wishes to rent one, with the obligatory toilet. We have large rinse tanks dedicated Cruise Director. rental fee being donated to marine for cameras, torches and computers and your conservation charities. Nothing is Beyond Us crew will wash your wetsuits after each dive All of our teams are fun-loving and always If you have special dietary requirements; and hang them up to dry for you. on hand to assist you, from fixing your early All of our yachts are equipped with a full would like a softer pillow; require extra morning coffee to zipping up your wetsuit. complement of medical supplies for treating towels or bed linen, all you need do is ask “It was my rst live-aboard experience and it minor injuries or ailments and for assisting and our team is ready to assist you. was much better than I imagined it to be. “They (the crew) were so warm and friendly trained medical professionals in remote It’s your vacation... A very luxurious trip that exceeded my and the atmosphere on the boat was locations. AED units are also aboard each We want you to enjoy it! expectations. I really enjoyed being able tremendous because of this. The Cruise yacht along with a full supply of medical to stay on a boat of this calibre” Director was very familiar about the area grade oxygen and DAN o2 provider kits for Relax and Unwind in our indoor lounge. Juliette di Moro, Australia which makes such a dierence.” suspected cases of DCS. Each has several sofas where you can stretch Indo Siren, June 2014 Sarah Diamond, Fiji Siren, November 2013 out, read a book from our on board library A thorough emergency action plan has or enjoy a movie on our large plasma screen. Culinary Delights are created daily by our Extensive Training in emergency been developed and implemented for The sundeck offers cushioned, reclining chefs, ensuring you will not go hungry. Enjoy management procedures is undergone by all each Siren Fleet destination. loungers for those that enjoy topping up their a mix of Asian and Western cuisine all crew members and our dive teams are also In the unlikely event an emergency medical tan - now with additional sun-sail to provide freshly prepared and served buffet style in qualified emergency responders. Regular situation should arise, we are able to shade for those who wish! the comfortable outdoor dining area. The safety drills including “man overboard” and There are several outdoor shaded areas dining area comes with full refreshment promptly arrange a diver evacuation “abandon ship” are performed throughout where you may also choose to relax which making facilities, espresso machine, fresh from any of the locations we dive in - the year to ensure skills remain fresh. Upon include the aft deck dining area and the fruit and snacks. Help yourself or ask your no matter how remote. middle dive deck. Cushions and mats are host who will bring it for you. A selection of boarding we request that all of our guests It is the responsibility of each guest to provided for your comfort. soft drinks and beer is always available and participate in a life jacket drill and further ensure they have adequated diver and An on-board massage therapist works her you may purchase a cocktail or glass of wine practice scenarios may be performed during emergency evacuation insurance. magic for tired muscles after a day’s diving. for a minimal charge. * every eort will be made to ensure your preference is met, however it is dependent upon existing requests. your trip. www.sirenfleet.com/liveaboards [email protected] Dive Destinations Fiji Indonesia Palau Philippines

Diving with the Siren Fleet brings you Your Diving Day follows a typical A Wide Variety of Marine Life can be Fiji: Our Beyond the Bligh itinerary is best a relaxed flexibility which is key to schedule of 4 dives, including a sunset or found across Asia and the Pacific. Siren for those wishing to see schools of reef our philosophy. We strive to make diving night dive, followed by a main meal or Fleet itineraries encompass dive sites sharks, as well as varied colourful corals. Philippines as easy as possible for you to ensure you snack. Each dive is thoroughly briefed by where the smallest creatures, such as lady Unique Creature: Severn’s pygmy seahorse have the best all-round experience. your dive team prior to boarding the dive bugs, can be found as well as the large tenders. Join one of our dive pros or dive pelagic fish, including reef sharks, manta Indonesia: We divide our year between Each of our 5 yachts operate in their unguided with your buddy. The choice is rays, snapper and trevally congregations. Raja Ampat and Komodo. Both offer destination country year-round and move yours! opportunities for manta ray sightings, as with the seasons to bring divers to sites at Dive sites include volcanic sand and muck well as stunning corals, large fish schools the optimum time of year for weather and Guided dive groups are small with a dives, coral and fan covered reef walls, and plenty of critters. marine life. By running several itineraries ratio of 6:1 guests per guide* to give you shallow coral gardens with white sand, RA Unique Creature: Wobbegong shark we are able to avoid adverse weather individual attention and allow you to dive current-fuelled sandy channels frequented Komodo Unique Creature: Komodo dragon conditions which land-based operators at your own pace and experience. If there by sharks and rays, historic wrecks and may experience. We are also able to visit is a particular species you wish to see, be atmospheric caverns. Palau a broader spectrum of dive sites which sure to inform your guide who will do their Palau: An ideal destination for big fish otherwise may not be achieveable without utmost to find it for you. The Siren Fleet truly offers something for lovers. Sightings include white tip and grey the luxury of liveaboard travel. every diver. reef sharks along with manta rays, large Dive times are not limited to 45 or even schools of snapper and bumphead A typical safari with the Siren Fleet is 60 minutes. Depending on the day’s parrotfish, Napoleon wrasse and turtles. scheduled over 10 nights, however we schedule, sea conditions and guest air Overwhelmed by Choice? Unique Feature: Jelly Fish Lake also offer a range of trips of varying consumption, you may opt to extend your Our team will be pleased to advise you length, from 6 nights up to a maximum of dive time so you can be sure to achieve of the best destination to suit your The Philippines: Our year is split between 14 nights. the maximum enjoyment from each and preference. Tubbataha and the Visayas, the former every dive whilst aboard our yachts. Whether it be manta rays or being a typical big fish destination whilst whale sharks, wrecks, critters or corals, Indonesia “Our expectations were high prior to the the latter is dominated by macro critter life. On ending your dive, simply deploy your we will help you choose the optimum trip but they were exceeded both in terms Tubbataha Unique Creature: Hammerheads SMB and one of our dive tenders will pick itinerary to fit your needs and date of of the diving and the quality of the service. Visayas Unique Creature: Whale sharks Fiji you up and return you to the liveaboard. travel. The dive briefings were excellently presented with a high consideration for the safety and the comfort of the divers at all times.” Graeme & Carole Lockwood, UK Raja Ampat, February 2014

* excepting Palau itineraries where divers are split between our 2 dive tenders and accompanied by our 3 guides. www.sirenfleet.com/diving [email protected] S/Y Fiji Siren

Launched in July 2013 the S/Y Fiji Siren follows the same layout and specifications as her sister yacht the S/Y Palau Siren, providing ample space and comfort for up to 16 guests. A travelling speed of up to 9 knots is achieved by her main engine. She also has an auxiliary engine and three generators which supply 24-hour power.

Our on board water makers use a 3-stage ‘reverse osmosis’ filtration system providing clean, safe, drinkable water throughout the cruise. The yacht has a storage facility of up to 16 tons Guest Facilities and hot water provided through a centrally Double and Twin Bed Cabins* heated system. Air-conditioning and fan The S/Y Fiji Siren is accompanied by two RHIB Tiled en-suite with hot water shower tenders which will shuttle divers to the sites, Personal entertainment system providing attentive surface support for each dive. Towels and bathrobes Nitrox fills are supplied via a membrane system at Hairdryer no additional charge. In-cupboard safe Hanging space and clothes storage

Communal Dive and Relaxation Areas Indoor a/c lounge with 4 comfortable sofas, plasma screen, cocktail bar, library and personal storage drawers. “Crew was great, food was great, Camera set-up and electronics charging. diving was great….. Spacious dive deck with individual set-up stations and shaded resting area. was a whole lot of fun as usual” Shaded outdoor dining. Heather Sutton, Australia, Upper level sundeck with 8 cushioned

lounge chairs. *Mid-ship cabins are for 2 guests only and can be converted 4 time guest of the Fiji Siren! from twin to double depending upon guest preference.

www.sirenfleet.com/liveaboards/fiji Fiji Fiji Beyond the Bligh Dive Site Highlights

Diving Fiji you can expect to see brightly Fiji Siren operates a choice of 7-night or Nigali Passage: a deep rubble channel Fiji coloured hard and soft corals everywhere 10-night trips bringing you to a range of with coral reef on each side is the place for we dive. Orange, purple, pink, red, white sites; from sandy channels frequented by large numbers of grey reef sharks, schools of and green soft corals adorn the reef walls, sharks to soft coral walls and pinnacles, barracuda, jacks and snapper. whilst clouds of anthias flit in and out as well as an atmospheric cavern and with the currents. Fijian reefs simply numerous macro critter coral havens. Our Black Forest: In the Namena Reserve, a pulsate with life. itineraries visit Bligh Water, Wakaya, large pinnacle covered with soft and black Vanua Levu Gau Islands and the Namena Reserve. coral. Best for all manner of critter spotting. 10-night trips extend out to Taveuni. Somosomo E6: Coral pinnacle with “the Cathedral” Savusavu Bouma NP During your trip you may also visit the cavern. Silver tips and hammerheads can be Strait villagers at Makogai Island to partake in seen here. Also look for whip coral shrimps, Taveuni the sevusevu ceremony. An optional ghost pipefish and nudibranchs. Namena Reserve excursion to the Bouma Falls National Park is also possible for those on 10-night trips. Great White Wall*: Currents flowing in the Bligh Water Somosomo Strait bring nutrient rich water Koro that feeds the white and purple soft corals covering this reef wall. Volivoli Makogai

North Save-a-Tack: Watch sharks patrol the reef at Grand Central Station, drift Wakaya through the coral covered Arch then along On a typical Siren Fleet itinerary divers theYellow Brick Road, where ghost pipe sh Levuka will see schools of grey reef sharks, jacks and pygmy seahorses are found, to Kansas; barracuda and red snapper. We also see with its swathes of yellow leather corals. Nadi Viti Levu manta rays and hammerhead sharks. Numerous benthic species such as leaf fish, Annie’s Bommies*: Cruising around these ghost pipefish and long nosed hawkfish coral bommies look for ribbon eels, leaf fish, Gau can be spotted amongst the corals. bumphead parrotfish and anemone fish. Paci c Nigali Harbour Passage There are many nudibranch and flatworm Beqa Lagoon species - with Chromodoris Willani a Sailing: Year-round Suitable for divers of all experience levels. common variety. A wealth of crustacea Departs from: Volivoli Beach Resort, Viti Levu Fast-paced currents are to be expected at may also be found at every dive site. International Airport: Nadi (NAN) Nigali Passage, Great White Wall and Water Temp: 26-28°C / 78-82°F Grand Central Station. www.sirenfleet.com/diving/fiji *Only available on 10-night trips [email protected] Indonesia Indonesia Raja Ampat and Komodo Dive Site Highlights

Diving Raja Ampat offers a mix of drift Diving Komodo gives some of the most Arborek Pier: Best dived in the afternoon Sangeang Komodo dives, dark sand slopes, dramatic walls diverse sites in Indonesia; Muck diving, or at night, the pier’s dramatic scenery is a dotted with huge gorgonian fans, reefs black volcanic sand, coral gardens, reef must dive for u/w photographers. covered with colourful soft corals as well pinnacles and manta ray cleaning stations. as cleaning stations for manta rays. Departing from Bima Bay, we bring you to Boo Windows: superbly coloured corals, Gili Banta Misool, Sangeang Island, Gili Banta, Gili Lawa Bima Bay Gili Lawa During each trip we cruise between schools of batfish, snapper and trevally. Laut Batanta, the Fiabacet Chain, the Dampier Laut, Current City, Padar Island, Rinca, Current City Strait, Gam, Mansuar and Arborek Islands. Nusa Kode and South Komodo. Gorgonian Passage: Dramatic walls with huge sea fans - the best place for pygmy Komodo Expect to see large schools of bumphead Diverse dive sites bring forth a wide range seahorse spotting. Sumbawa Flores parrotfish, snapper, barracuda and trevally. of marine species; schools of trevally prey Groups of oriental sweetlips shelter under on fusiliers, white tip reef sharks cruise in Manta Sandy: Best place in Raja Ampat to the currents, surgeon fish, bumphead Padar corals and batfish hang in the currents. see manta rays, rest on the bottom and watch Rinca Flasher wrasse and anthias add that extra parrotfish, sweetlips and wrasse scour the the cleaning spectacle. Plenty of critters too. Manta Alley touch of colour. Manta rays are common reefs for food and cleaning. Manta rays Nusa Kode at several sites in the north, mobula rays gather at cleaning stations or hang in the too! White tip, wobbegong, black tip and channels to feed. Mobula and eagle rays Batu Bolong: This colourful reef pinnacle epaulette sharks are also regularly spotted. are also common visitors to these reefs. has many fish species, turtles and critters. Numerous turtles are seen too! For critter lovers there are several pygmy Cannibal Rock: A green water dive, this Waigeo seahorse varieties, numerous species of The critter sightings are endless with the pinnacle is laden with corals, crinoids and nudibranch, pipefish, crocodile fish, blue most common being frogfish, ghost pipe Gam sea fans. Best for critter spotting. fish, seahorses, spiny devil fish, flatworms, Dampier Strait ringed octopus, cuttlefish and toadfish. Mansuar nudibranchs, squat lobsters, mandarin fish, Castle Rock: Strong currents bring schools You also have the option to snorkel in the xeno crabs, decorator crabs and cuttlefish. Batanta of jacks and sharks. Hook in and enjoy! Sorong mangroves or kayak around the limestone karsts and perhaps spot the birds of Each trip we make a short tour in the West Papua paradise. National Park to get up close with the The Unusual Suspects: A real “muck-dive” Salawati Komodo Dragons! site where seahorses, wonderpus, frogfish, zebra crabs, nudibranchs, file fish, cuttlefish snake eels and sea moths are found. Sailing: November - May Sailing: June - October Misool Departs from: Sorong Harbour Departs from: Bima Bay Fiabacet Annual 10 -14 night transitional trips are International Airport: Jakarta (CGK) International Airport: Bali (DPS) available aboard the S/Y Indo Siren as she Water Temp: 27-29°C / 80-84°F Water Temp: 21-28°C / 70-83°F cruises between Raja Ampat and Komodo. Raja Ampat Ask our reservations team about our “Banda Sea Discoveries”. www.sirenfleet.com/diving/indonesia [email protected] S/Y Palau Siren

Launched in 2012 the S/Y Palau Siren is a 40m Phinisi yacht for 16 guests, manned by a crew of 12, including English-speaking dive guides.

She can travel at a speed of up to 9 knots on her main engine, with an auxillary engine installed in the unlikely event of main engine failure. Three generators supply 24-hour power to the vessel.

On board water makers use a 3-stage ‘reverse osmosis’ filtration system providing clean, safe, drinkable water, with a storage facility of 16 tons. Hot water is supplied to cabins through our centrally heated system. Guest Facilities The yacht is accompanied by 2 hard-bottomed fiberglass boats which have ample space for kit Double and Twin bed cabins* set-up. They take divers the short distance to the sites in comfort and ease and remain on stand-by Air Conditioning and fan to provide assistance and collect you upon Tiled en-suite with hot water shower surfacing. Groups can be split between sites Personal entertainment system depending on preference. Towels and bathrobes Nitrox fills are supplied via a membrane system Hairdryer at no extra charge. In-cupboard safe Hanging space and clothes storage Communal Dive and Relaxation Areas Indoor a/c lounge with comfortable sofas, plasma screen, cocktail bar and personal storage drawers. “Very well thought out layout for divers. A lovely, Camera set-up and electronics charging. well maintained boat. I loved all the attention to Shaded outdoor dining area. Spacious dive deck with individual detail: juice/drinks after each dive, warm towels, set-up stations and shaded resting area. wetsuit tubs with cleaner, skiffs were clean and Upper-level sundeck with 8 cushioned well maintained, drawers for each guest for misc. lounge chairs. equipment, plenty of plugs/adapters, nice dive stations.” *Mid-ship cabins are for 2 guests only and can be converted from twin to double depending upon guest preference. Valerie Elliott, USA, Palau Islands, May 2014 Palau Palau Palau Islands Dive Site Highlights

Diving Palau is best known for the many Palau Siren operates both 7-night and 10- Blue Corner: Possibly the best known and pelagic fish species seen. A typical reef night trips bringing you to a range of sites most loved site in Palau. Hook at the reef dive brings forth schools of white tip and from steep reef walls, caverns, sandy edge to watch sharks and schools of fish. grey reef sharks, jacks, barracuda and channels and wrecks. Departing from Koror Napoleon wrasse and leaf fish also seen. Babeldaob snapper. We see inquisitive Napoleon we stop at four anchorage points; Ulong wrasse and manta rays often visit for a Island, German Channel, Peleliu and Siaes Tunnel: Provides an atmospheric dive Blue Corner with cup and soft corals covering the walls Blue Holes clean or to feed on plankton, putting on Malakal Harbour, from where our tenders New Drop O impressive looping displays. shuttle you to the dive sites. and ceiling. Exit onto the reef where sharks Virgin Blue Holes patrol and turtles amble by. Barnum’s Wall Malakal Koror Unique Expeditions, Sam’s Tours Palau and Big Drop O Harbour Turtle Cove Siren Fleet have teamed up to offer you a Chandelier Cave: Complete with 4 Dexter’s Wall series of speciality trips throughout the year. chambers, this shallow cavern is spacious Peleliu Express Dependent on the moon phase it is possible and well lit, allowing divers to explore and Peleliu Cut to see huge aggregations of snapper and surface inside. Mandarin fish can be found Ulong bumphead parrotfish as they spawn. Led by in the coral garden upon exiting. Paul Collins and Richard Barnden these trips are designed to bring you to the exact spot Iro Maru Wreck: A Japanese supply ship at the precise time for spawning activity; A sunk during WWII, now encrusted with truly marvelous spectacle to behold. corals, though the bow gun is still visible. Rock Islands Home to many fish including a school of Jellysh Lake batfish, we also find many nudibranchs.

Many other shark species can be spotted, Big Drop Off: This coral rich steep wall German from leopard and nurse shark to the less attracts all manner of marine life, with many Channel common bull, tiger and whale shark. critters to be found. An excellent spot for night diving or an “into the black” dive for Whilst known for its pelagics, Palau has jellyfish, juveniles, squid and more! healthy corals and plenty of smaller creatures including mandarin fish, pipefish, Peleliu dartfish, leaf fish, cuttlefish and octopus. Suitable for divers of all experience levels, we recommend being certified to beyond A snorkeling excursion to Jelly Fish Lake beginner to ensure maximum enjoyment. is included in your trip and you may also Sailing: Year-round For 10-night trips we also have the option take an optional land tour at Peleliu Island Departs from: Sam’s Tours Palau, Koror to explore the north of Babeldaob Island or ask our reservations team about *The majority of key dive sites in Palau are concentrated within a small area, which means there is less travel time between an chorage points than other Siren Fleet itineraries. International Airport: Koror (ROR) We are therefore able to adapt our daily schedule to suit the best weather, currents and marine life sightings so you can be assured of achieving the best possible trip at any joining an “Unique Expedition”. Water Temp: 26-29°C / 79-84°F time of year. Flexibility and short travel times to dive sites, as well as all the Siren Fleet comforts make the Palau Siren the optimum choice. www.sirenfleet.com/diving/palau [email protected] S/Y Philippine Siren

Siren Fleet have been operating a liveaboard in the Philippines since 2009, however in 2013 we launched the new Philippine Siren. Like her predecessor, she is a 40m Phinisi yacht with a capacity for 16 guests. Her cabin layout follows that of her sister boats providing greater flexibility for our guests and for group bookings. Her main engine provides a travelling speed of up to 9 knots with an auxiliary engine installed in case of emergency. Three generators supply 24-hour power to the entire vessel. On board water makers use a 3-stage ‘reverse osmosis’ filtration system which gives clean, Guest Facilities safe, drinkable water and there is a storage Double and Twin Bed Cabins* with:- facility of 16 tons. Centrally heated hot water is Air-conditioning and fan delivered, on demand, to guest cabins and Tiled en-suite with hot water shower deck heads. Personal entertainment system Nitrox is provided through our membrane Towels and bathrobes system and all diving activities are support by Hairdryer two RHIBs that remain on stand-by to support In-cupboard safe and assist you. Hanging space and clothes storage Communal Dive and Relaxation Areas Indoor lounge with comfortable sofas, plasma screen, cocktail bar and personal storage drawers. Camera set-up and electronics charging. Shaded outdoor dining. “Whole boat thoroughly functional, beautiful fit Spacious dive deck with individual and finish down to the most minute detail… set up stations and shaded resting area. Top notch electronics throughout… Upper level sun deck with 8 cushioned lounge chairs. Comfortable dining al fresco so much more enjoyable than an indoor aircon dining room… *Mid-ship cabins are for 2 guests only and can be converted Thank you so much for an outstanding vacation.” from twin to double depending upon guest preference. Todd Emmons, USA, Southern Visayas, Feb 2014 The Philippines The Philippines Tubbataha and the Visayas Dive Site Highlights

Malapascua Diving Tubbataha is only possible by Diving in the Visayas region is possible Delsan Wreck: Attracts schools of trevally, liveaboard. This UNESCO World Heritage year round as the area is well protected sweetlips, marble rays and white tip sharks. Site lies off the coast of Palawan Island, in from the typhoons which affect the north. the Sulu Sea. It is comprised of two islands, A choice of 6 - 12 night trips are available, Jessie Beazley Reef: The spot for consistent North and South, and the Jessie Beazley each visiting Cabilao, Balicasag, Pescador, sightings of scalloped hammerhead sharks. Reef. The dive sites consist predominantly Moalboal, Dauin and Apo. Several of our Reef sharks, schooling surgeon fish, eagle of steep coral reef walls with sea fans, longer trips also visit Malapascua Island. rays, barracuda and big eye trevally too. however there are also sandy sea-grass The dive sites vary between dark sand slopes and two wrecks where a plethora of slopes, reef walls with soft corals and fans, Washing Machine: A current-fueled dive marine life can be found. pristine hard coral gardens and wrecks. with sharks, schooling fish and stunning coral Panay life. Best place for guitar shark sightings. Tubbataha is a big fish lovers’ paradise. Best known as a critter hotspot, you can White tip, grey reef, silver tip, leopard, expect to see seahorses, frogfish, seamoths, Seafan Alley: Enormous sea fans where we Cebu Palawan whale and hammerhead shark species are ghost pipefish, mandarin fish, flambouyant find pygmy seahorses and other macro life. amongst the most commonly sighted, with cuttlefish, cowries, candy crabs, squat Tanon Straits Mactan the occasional guitar, tiger or bull shark lobsters, nudibranchs, gurnards, waspfish, Puerto Princesa putting in an appearance. Expect to see mimic octopus, sawblade shrimp and more! Negros Pyramids: Hunt for critters amongst sponges huge schools of trevally, barracuda and and soft corals that adorn these man-made Negros snapper as well as many turtles and rays. Wall sites also attract schooling sardines, structures. Thorny seahorses commonly seen. Tubbataha trevally and barracuda, whilst hawksbill Moalboal Healthy coral life supports a vast array of turtles can be seen in abundance. Pescador: Steep wall with fans, soft and colourful reef fish, crabs, shrimps, molluscs Cabilao Bohol Jessie Beazley Those taking the Malapascua extension whip corals, schooling sardines and batfish. and echinoderms; plenty for macro-fans! North Atoll Mindanao may see pelagic thresher sharks and Table corals cover the reef You will have the opportunity to visit the manta rays. Rock Point East: top. Best for turtles and wide-angle photos. rangers’ station to learn more about the South Atoll park and conservation initiatives, or take During your cruise you have the option to Oslob Balicasag one of our kayaks to explore the reef top. visit Oslob, where you may snorkel with Lighthouse: Reef wall with many sponges, whale sharks; more than 8 seen together! combined with a coral garden where giant frogfish, cuttlefish and pipefish are spotted.

Sailing: Mid-February - Mid-June Sailing: Year-round Dauin Siquijor Departs from: Puerto Princesa Departs from: Cebu, Moalboal or Malapascua Thresher sharks, whale sharks, manta rays Apo International Airport: Manila (MNL) International Airport: Cebu (CEB) and critter spotting. Explore more with our Visayas Tubbataha Water Temp: 26-29°C / 79-84°F Water Temp: 26-29°C / 79-84°F Malapascua - Donsol 10-night trips. Contact our reservations team for available dates. www.sirenfleet.com/diving/philippines [email protected] Underwater Photography The Professionals’ Choice

Features for U/w Photographers can Pro-Escorted Trips are hosted throughout be found on each of the Siren Fleet yachts. the year in a variety of our destinations. There are dedicated camera preparation For SLR and compact camera users alike, workstations both inside the lounge and on our workshops are designed to assist you the dive deck. The indoor area consists of in getting the most from your camera. Our two or three counters, each with powerful hosts will give you tips and pointers for strip lighting and ample charging points improving techniques. Presentations are for both 220v and 110v. Large storage given on various topics including lighting, drawers, in which you may keep lenses framing and composition, wide-angle and and spare parts, are also provided for post-dive editing. Whilst all of our safaris your convenience. are suitable for underwater photographers, by joining one of our hosted trips you can The dive deck boasts extra-large rinse benefit from the knowledge, support and tanks specifically for cameras, to avoid experience of the professionals. The trips damage; they can accommodate large are of course focussed on photography so housings and dome ports. Our crews are you can be sure dives will follow a relaxed trained in handling camera equipment pace and whether it be finding a particular delicately and will bring your camera to critter or posing for your wide-angle shots, the dive tender for you, if you wish. our dive teams will assist you.

Photos can be shared on the large plasma "We have chartered the beautiful live-aboard screen in the lounge and we also have the boats from Worldwide Dive and Sail several facility for viewing or downloading your times for our photo groups. The crew and the day’s video footage. guides understand our photo imperative and consistently put us in the water with the very All* of the photos featured in this brochure best the destination o ers... Above water, the were taken during Siren Fleet safaris, warmth and gracious hospitality makes many of which are courtesy of our non- cruising an adventure and a privilege." professional guests. We hold an annual Stephen Frink guest photography competition in which you can win a trip to the destination of We work closely with many of the scuba your choice! The winning entry from the industry’s leading professionals and are 2013/2014 is displayed on the right-hand pleased to welcome back Gerald Rambert, page. Congratulations to Phil Sokol for this Alex Mustard, Stephen Frink, Matt Weiss, beautiful picture taken aboard S/Y Indo Werner Thiele, Jennie Soriano, Scott Gietler, Siren in Raja Ampat! and Mark Stickler. www.sirenfleet.com/underwaterphotography-trips Travel and Tours Courses and Equipment Your Choice of Optional Extras Let us Guide you Through

Hotels and Resorts can make the PADI Dive Courses are offered in all We’re Rebreather Friendly at the Domestic Flights and Transfers may be perfect addition to your liveaboard Siren Fleet destinations. Our Cruise Siren Fleet. All yachts can support required before you can meet your chosen safari. Our travel team have selected a Directors are certified and insured closed circuit and semi-closed circuit Siren Fleet yacht. Working with local range of options in each destination to instructors who can provide diver training rebreathers. Fills of o2, to 135 bar, are operators we are able to offer our guests suit all budgets and ensure you arrive to in Advanced Open Water and Enriched supplied quickly by our booster pumps, this service. your cruise departure well rested and Air Nitrox to our guests during any trip. we can source sofno-lime for you for relaxed. Further speciality training is available on an additional charge and we also Domestic flights are required for all guests request but dependent upon your trip provide bail-out tanks. Unit specific travelling to the following locations:- In several locations we have dedicated itinerary and dive site suitability. tanks may not be available at location, Fiji ; Komodo ; Raja Ampat ; Tubbataha resort partners and can offer our guests therefore guests are requested to bring exclusive rates and diving packages. In some of our locations it may be their own where possible. Rebreather You will also require a domestic flight for possible to complete the “open water” divers should notify our reservations our Visayas itineraries if your international modules of the PADI Open Water Course, team prior to embarkation. Volivoli Beach Resort, Fiji partner flight arrives into Manila. with the Siren Fleet creating the perfect however pre-booking is essential. pairing to our 7-night trips and are the Upon arrival at your destination airport we Free Equipment Rental To avoid disappointment, we advise guests optimum choice for a night’s stay before arrange a transfer service to the yacht’s BCD - Aqua Lung Wave to contact our reservations team prior to your cruise begins. departure point on your behalf. For many Regulator - Aqua Lung Calypso sailing. This will ensure you meet all of the The resort offers ‘relaxed luxury’ in Vale itineraries this service is provided free of Wetsuit - 3mm Shortie or Full* course pre-requisites and that training Belavu or Studio Vale, to suit singles, charge, however for longer journeys, such Mask and Snorkel materials are available on board for you. couples or groups. Rest on your balcony as Fiji or Malapascua departures, a fee Fins - Open-Heel and Full Foot and enjoy stunning views, sample the Booties will be applied. Please discuss the most A medical questionnaire must be tasty Fijian cuisine, enjoy a cocktail at suitable option for you with your completed prior to commencing any dive the pool bar and participate in a Kava reservations consultant. course aboard a Siren Fleet yacht. Ask our Charged Equipment Rental ceremony. The Darling family is on hand team for the form when you make your Dive Computer to welcome you and to ensure your stay Tours of the local area can really serve to reservation. Torch / Flashlight is fabulous. enhance your experience and give you a sense of the nation, its history and people. This is but one option of numerous Try the Palawan Experience or visit the combinations covering all Siren Fleet Chocolate Hills in the Philippines, go destinations as well as countries not white-water rafting in Fiji, trek through the Rent a Nautilus Lifeline on any Siren Fleet liveaboard and we will donate the currently serviced by our liveaboards. Toraja Highlands in Indonesia or cruise the full rental fee to a selection of marine conservation charities which include Yap makes an excellent addition to any Milky Way in Palau - the choice is endless. Bite-Back and Reef Check. Palau trip and you may also combine Let our team help you plan the best choice two or more Siren Fleet safaris into one to suit your needs. * Full length wetsuits are only available on certain vessels; for guests who feel the cold easily it is recommended awesome adventure. to bring your own exposure protection and use our shorties as an additional layer.

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Book Your Trip through the Worldwide Group Incentives and Package Deals Dive and Sail reservations department or are available when you take a full charter contact your favourite tour operator to (16 pax) or half charter (8 pax), discuss reserve a space for you. Yacht schedules your options with our team or your tour and availability are listed on the Siren operator. If you prefer not to share your Fleet website, or you may contact our team cabin then our “Premier Package” is the who will advise which cabins are available choice for you. Not only will you have a to suit your requirements. Spaces can be cabin to yourself, but we’ll give free wine held, with no obligation to purchase, for and massages during your trip, making up to two weeks*. your stay even more enjoyable. We also offer special packages for non-diving Whether you choose to contact us by guests which include massages, kayaking, e-mail, telephone or through social media snorkeling and land excursions. channels, our dedicated staff are on hand to answer your queries and ensure your vacation is as hassle-free as possible. Full Board Accommodation “Just booked our 11th trip and love Up to Four Dives Per Day everything about the Siren Fleet, from the booking team to the crew. Equipment Rental 11 trips with one company says a lot. Nitrox You have brought so much joy and Soft Drinks, Snacks and Beer pleasure to our lives.” Mary Sittlinger, South Africa

We’ll get back to you within 24 hours; Customer Loyalty is rewarded when you That’s our customer service commitment. choose to dive again with Siren Fleet. No matter which destination you opt to visit Prices and Payments for all Siren Fleet next, you can benefit from a range of gifts, safaris are in Euros, however we are also treats and discounts. able to accept payments in US$, GBP, AU$ and NZ$. Exchange rates are calculated Sign-up online for our free newsletter and on the day of cruise confirmation and be amongst the first to know about special locked-in for the duration of your booking. offers, new itineraries and more! *dependent upon travel date www.sirenfleet.com/liveaboard-schedules Frequently Asked Questions Know Before You Go

What should I bring on a liveaboard? I have a food allergy, is this an issue? How many dives can I do in 1 day? Is there a service charge or gratuity? We recommend you bring as little as All special food requirements, whether due Our daily schedule allows for up to 4 Tipping aboard any Siren Fleet yacht is possible. Personal clothing items including to allergy or from personal preference, can dives; 3 day dives and 1 sunset or night not obligatory. If you feel that our crew bathing suit, t-shirts, shorts, sarong, a light be catered for by our chefs. Please inform dive. Safety remains a priority regarding has made your vacation extra special then sweater or fleece jacket and light trousers us at the time of booking to ensure we are multiple dives over multiple days. Guests a gratuity is always appreciated. Your for cooler evenings. For protection against able to provide plenty of dishes for you. are encouraged to dive at their own Crusie Director will supply an envelope so the tropical sun, please bring sunscreen pace and not all dives are mandatory. you may tip at your discretion. All tips and a hat/cap. On board most guests go If you prefer to skip a dive just let your given are shared equally amongst the on barefoot but you might require sturdy What refreshments are available? Cruise Director know. board crew. A wide selection of soft drinks from sandals for land excursions. fresh fruit juices, soda and tonic water to a variety of carbonated beverages You may wish to bring your personal dive Is Nitrox available? Is there a fee? Further questions? is available, including diet sodas. Black, gear; however we do provide equipment Nitrox is available on all yachts and Please do not hesitate to contact the green and herbal teas along with coffee free of charge (excepting computer/torch). delivered through Coltri-Sub membrane Worldwide Dive and Sail team or your from our expresso machines and hot systems at 32%. It is free for those agent if you have any questions regarding chocolate are also available for all certified to use it. If you are not certified a liveaboard safari with the Siren Fleet. No What kind of power outlets are used? guests free of charge. then you may wish to take the PADI question is trivial and our team will be All yachts have 220v and European style EANx course with one of our instructors pleased to assist you and put you at ease, (two round pin) power sockets. We carry Drinking water is provided through a and start diving Nitrox right away. so your time aboard goes smoothly and several adapters on board, however we ‘reverse osmosis’ filtration system and you can enjoy a relaxing holiday. recommend guest bring their own with can therefore be lacking in flavour and I use a DIN regulator. Is this OK? built in power surge protection. minerals. Hydration salts are provided Yes! All of our yachts have scuba tanks on board. with convertible valves (inserts) which Every e ort will be made to protect your are suitable for use with both DIN and electronics, however Siren Fleet cannot Beer is included free of charge and you International. be held responsible for equipment damage can also purchase wine or spirits from which occurs due to sudden power surges our cocktail bar. from on board generators.

Meet the Sirens and ask your question in person... Siren Fleet attend numerous dive exhibitions worldwide, where you can meet with the owners, sales and marketing representatives and dive crew. We also make regular trips around Australia, Europe and the US to ( Frank van der Linde ) ( Mark Shandur ) visit dive clubs. Ask your local dive centre if the Siren Fleet are coming to you.

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Design & Photography: Susie Erbe • Sean O'Kelly • Aaron Wong • Gerald Rambert • Owen Raggett • Alex Mustard • Chris Von Damm • Super Jolly

Werner Thiele • Rian Onderwater • Jane Morgan • Nicole Hemsley • Ricky Ferguson • Mark Stickler • Andy Deitsch • Jeff de Guzman • Andrew Roberts

Hergen Spalink (Got Muck) • Richard Barnden • Samantha Patterson Ross • Julian Cohen • Phil Sokol • Finflix Design Studio

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