Maduro Dive Fanta-Seas shares details on six must go dive destinations and special dive deals from select dive resorts. All packages are commissionable to travel agents and dive retailers, free group comps and competitive airfare. The dive detinations are:
INDONESIA is a country with 17,000 islands and contains 12% of the world’s coral reefs. Over 25% of the planet’s fish species, about 4,000 species, with a huge abundance of invertebrates occupying the reefs, walls and muck diving are found in these waters. Siladen is an upmarket dive resort located in the Bunaken National Park.
Siladen Resort & Spa, North Sulawesi, Indonesia – $1,369 7 nights garden view villa accommodations, airport transfers, 3 meals daily, 2 bottles of water in room daily, 1 60-minute aroma therapy massage, 15 boat dives, government tax and service charges. Travel to June 30, 2012 or September 16, 2012 to January 7, 2013.
KADAVU ISLAND, FIJI is home to the Great Astrolabe Reef, which is the 4th largest barrier reef in the world offering thriving coral reefs and sparkling visibility. Matava is Fiji’s premier eco-adventure resort.
Matava Resort, Kadavu, Fiji – $1,538
7 nights ocean view bure accommodations, Kadavu airport transfers, welcome head & neck massage, 3 meals & afternoon tea daily, the Matava Manta Experience, 5 days of 2-tank boat dives, 2 complimentary afternoon boat dives, unlimited shore diving, waterfall & village afternoon, and Lovo feast & Kava ceremony. Book by May 31, 2012 for travel to April 30, 2013.
CURACAO is a little bit of Europe in the Caribbean. The western end of the island provides divers an abundance of dive sites with healthy fish life, colorful coral and uncrowded reefs. All West Apartments offers comfort and flexibility for exploring this surprising island.
All West Apartments, Curacao – $794
1/2 Off Truck Rental & 2nd Diver 1/2 Off
1st diver pays: $912 / 2nd diver pays: $676
7 nights studio accommodations, airport transfers, 7 day double-cabin pickup truck rental, and 6 days of 2-tank boat dives with Go West Divers. Book by April 23, 2012 for travel April 28 to December 1, 2012.
BONAIRE ~ Divers Paradise is not just a slogan, but an accurate description of the Caribbean island of Bonaire. For over 30 years, the island’s abundant reefs and fish life have been completely protected. 2012 marks the 10th consecutive year divers have voted Bonaire best overall dive destination and island for best shore diving. Captain Don’s Habitat is the premiere dive resort and known as the “Home of Diving Freedom.”
Captain Don’s Habitat, Bonaire – $666
2nd Diver dives Free
1st diver pays: $818 / 2nd diver pays: $514
7 nights ocean view room accommodations, welcome rum punch, “Meet the Captain” rum punch party, 6 single-tank boat dives, 6 days of 24-hour unlimited shore diving, government taxes, hotel service charges and energy surcharges. Travel to April 27, 2012 or June 2 to June 29, 2012 or August 25 to September 28, 2012.
UTILA, BAY ISLANDS, HONDURAS is the smallest and most unspoiled of the Bay Islands. It is at the southern end of the 2nd largest barrier reef system in the world. In addition to great underwater visibility, coral fringing reefs, off shore sea mounds, it is known for its whale sharks. Laguna Beach Resort is located on a private peninsula with a central location for easy accessibility to all dive sites.
Laguna Beach Resort, Utila, Honduras – $895
2nd Diver 1/2 Off
1st diver pays: $1,194 / 2nd diver pays: $596
7 nights cabin accommodations, airport transfers, 3 meals daily, 3 boat dives daily, 2 night dives weekly, unlimited shore diving, unlimited horseback riding, and unlimited use of kayaks and bicycles. Travel June 30 to July 28, 2012
TOBAGO ~ On the southern end of the Caribbean island chain, Tobago is one of the best kept secrets in the diving world and equally rewarding topside. The nutrient, rich water and currents allow the marine life to be diverse with larger pelagics and especially Manta Rays. Manta Lodge is nestled on the fringe of the rainforest with easy access to the best dive sites.
Manta Lodge, Tobago – $1,085
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7 nights accommodations, airport transfers, breakfast daily, 10 single-tank boat dives with Tobago Dive Experience, upgrade to St. Giles Islands, government taxes and hotel service charges. Book by April 30, 2012 for travel April 6 to December 18, 2012.
Maduro Dive Fanta-Seas, 800-327-6709, info@maduro.com, www.MaduroDive.com