Febrina Liveaboard, Papua New Guinea
5.0Excellent1 verified reviewFebrina - a boutique liveaboard, with a small capacity, that guarantees passengers will get personal care. A dedicated team works on board for a long time. The boat has special facilities for photographers and pays special attention to them during diving. Itineraries include diving at New Britain and New Hanover dive sites - uncrowded reefs, coral gardens, seamounts, and walls.
Boat interior
Febrina has everything to make a diving vacation comfortable. All boat cabins are en-suite and have air conditioning. A total number of cabins is 7. All rooms are located on the lower deck. There are 1 double bed cabins, 2 rooms with a single bed, and 4 cabins that can be shared, equipped with twin beds.
On the main deck of Febrina, a liveaboard salon is located. It is spacious and comfortable to spend time in between dives. The dive deck is located on the same deck. There is also an opportunity to enjoy a breathtaking view on the top deck of the yacht.
Dive deck
Dive deck of Febrina is well equipped, there are 2 compressors and a nitrox membrane. Diving gear can be maintained after diving. Divers can comfortably prepare for the dive.
Safety
Boat's crew cares about safety on board. The boat has everything that necessary: navigation equipment, emergency rafts, and life vests, first aid kit. Boat’s crew trained to manage emergency situations.
Itineraries
Papua New Guinea is a true paradise for diving. Febrina itineraries include some of it’s best destinations, like Kimbe Bay, Witu Islands, Fathers Reefs, South Coast New Britain. Underwater landscapes attract divers with its variety. You can dive along the coral walls and barrier reefs, see coral gardens. The number of creatures that can be met while diving at Papus is huge. It is home for barracudas, trevally, large dogtooth tuna, Spanish mackerel, and some sharks species. There are many coral species, like elephant sponges and barrels. Because of a small number of divers, coral formations are still unspoiled.
When to Go
Average water temperature for Papua New Guinea is are between 23-31°C/74 -87°F. Diving is possible all year round. Best time to visit its diving destination is between May and November
Cabins
Single Cabin (# 1)
Single Cabin (# 1)
Single Cabin (# 1)
Deck:Lower Deck
Bedding:Single Bed
Max occupancy:1 Guest
Number of Cabins:1 Cabin
Ensuite Bathroom: Yes
Aircon: Yes
- Towels
- Toiletries
Cabin 1 is a smaller cabin in the aft section of the boat, port side, on the lower deck and includes a large single bed, ensuite bathroom and individual airconditioning. *Note, these cabins have minimum floor space. Clothing storage is shelving and hooks
Twin/Double Cabin (# 3)
Twin/Double Cabin (# 3)
Twin/Double Cabin (# 3)
Deck:Lower Deck
Bedding:Double Bed + Twin Bed (Bunk-Style)
Max occupancy:2 Guests
Number of Cabins:1 Cabin
Ensuite Bathroom: Yes
Aircon: Yes
- Towels
- Toiletries
Twin/Double cabin 3 is in the aft section of the boat, port side, on the lower deck and consists of a double lower bed and a single bunk bed. Both cabins have ensuite bathroom facilities and individual air conditioning. **Note: the lower double bed runs across the boat and the upper single bunk runs lengthwise at right angles to the lower double bed
Single Cabin (# 2)
Single Cabin (# 2)
Single Cabin (# 2)
Deck:Lower Deck
Bedding:Single Bed
Max occupancy:1 Guest
Number of Cabins:1 Cabin
Ensuite Bathroom: Yes
Aircon: Yes
Cabin 2 is a smaller cabin in the aft section of the boat, starboard side, on the lower deck and includes a large single bed, ensuite bathroom and individual airconditioning. *Note, these cabins have minimum floor space. Clothing storage is shelving and hooks
Twin/Double Cabin (# 4)
Twin/Double Cabin (# 4)
Twin/Double Cabin (# 4)
Deck:Lower Deck
Bedding:Double Bed + Twin Bed (Bunk-Style)
Max occupancy:2 Guests
Number of Cabins:1 Cabin
Ensuite Bathroom: Yes
Aircon: Yes
- Towels
- Toiletries
Twin/Double Cabins 4 is in the aft section of the boat, starboard side, on the lower deck, and consists of a double lower bed and a single bunk bed. Both cabins have ensuite bathroom facilities and individual air conditioning. **Note: the lower double bed runs across the boat and the upper single bunk runs lengthwise at right angles to the lower double bed
Large Single/Twin Share Cabin (# 5)
Large Single/Twin Share Cabin (# 5)
Large Single/Twin Share Cabin (# 5)
Deck:Lower Deck
Bedding:Twin Beds (Bunk-Style)
Max occupancy:2 Guests
Number of Cabins:1 Cabin
Ensuite Bathroom: Yes
Aircon: Yes
- Towels
- Toiletries
Cabin 5 is situated in the front of the vessel, port side, on the lower deck, and includes an ensuite bathroom and individual air conditioning. Bunk-style beds consist of a large single lower bed and a single upper bunk. These cabins are sold as a large single cabin (or twin share where noted)
Large Single/Twin Share Cabin (# 6)
Large Single/Twin Share Cabin (# 6)
Large Single/Twin Share Cabin (# 6)
Deck:Lower Deck
Bedding:Twin Beds (Bunk-Style)
Max occupancy:2 Guests
Number of Cabins:1 Cabin
Ensuite Bathroom: Yes
Aircon: Yes
- Towels
- Toiletries
Cabin 6 is situated in the front of the vessel, starboard side, on the lower deck, and includes an ensuite bathroom and individual airconditioning. Bunk-style beds consist of a large single lower bed and a single upper bunk. These cabins are sold as a large single cabin (or twin share where noted)
Double Cabin (# 7)
Double Cabin (# 7)
Double Cabin (# 7)
Deck:Lower Deck
Bedding:Double Bed
Max occupancy:2 Guests
Number of Cabins:1 Cabin
Ensuite Bathroom: Yes
Aircon: Yes
- Towels
- Toiletries
Double Cabin 7 is in the bow of the boat on the lower deck and includes a double bed, ensuite bathroom facilities, and individual air conditioning. The ensuite is split into two rooms, with the shower on one side of the entrance door and the toilet on the other side
Boat Specification
Dive Facilities
- Warm Water Showers
- Compressors
- Rinse Hosts
- Tenders for Diving
- Dive Deck
- DIN Adaptors
- Personal Storage Space
Boat navigation & safety
Full safety
Food & Drinks
- Western Food
- Local Food
- Dietary Restrictions
- Buffet Style
- Alcoholic Beverages and Spirits
- Hot & Cold Soft Drinks
- Snacks All Day
Onboard Facilities
- Audio & Video Entertainment
- Air Conditioned Saloon
- Sun Deck
- Sun Loungers
- Open Air Saloon
- Indoor Saloon
- Bar
- Non-Diver (Snorkeler) Friendly
Photographer Facilities
- Camera & Photography Station
- Separate Rinsing Tanks for U/W Camera
- Camera Table
- Charging Stations
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West New Britain Itinerary FB8 (8 nights) (Port of Kimbe Bay-Port of Kimbe Bay)
Included
- 8 nights accommodation on board MV FeBrina
- 7 days of diving (4 or 5 dives a day, with 2 dives only on last day)
- Airport transfers from Hoskins/Kimbe airport to vessel on departure date, and from vessel to Hoskins/Kimbe airport on disembarkation day. For guests staying at Walindi Resort before or after the trip, airport transfers to/from the resort are complimentary.
- Breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks
- Unlimited tea and coffee
- Filled 12L tanks, weight belt and weights
- Light laundry service daily
- Free short-term DAN diving insurance (upon request)
Obligatory surcharges
- Dive Evacuation insurance (available onboard if required)
- Environmental and Safety Fee: 9USD per night, to be paid in advance
- Conservation Fee: 20USD per trip, to be paid in advance
Extra cost
- International and Domestic Flights (Domestic Airport Hoskins/Kimbe- HKN)
- Visa Fee (if applicable)
- Nitrox is available as a package for all dives, or for casual fills. Payable in advance or on board.
- Alcoholic Beverages and Soft Drinks – Local beers and softdrinks available for purchase on board. Please advise if you have any preferences regarding softdrinks. Wine is available by the bottle or glass. Limited spirits available.
- Crew Gratuities
- Equipment Rental – Limited dive equipment and sizes are kept on board for hire. Please check on availability prior to arrival. If needed, gear hire may be able to be arranged from Walindi Resort with advance notice.
- 10% GST applies to all purchases made within Papua New Guinea.
- Nitrox 6-8 night Departure: 210USD per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
Program
Day 1:
Meet & greet at the airport. Group transfer to the port. Onboarding, meeting the crew & briefing.
Days 2-7:
4 or 5 dives per day, typically scheduled as follows:
- Light breakfast, briefing, dive 1.
- Full breakfast, relax/interval, briefing, dive 2.
- Morning tea, relax/interval, briefing, dive 3.
- Lunch, relax/interval, briefing, dive 4.
- Afternoon snack, briefing, evening dive 5 (where possible on evenings where boat is not steaming).
- Dinner.
Day 8:
2 morning dives only, lunch, vessel steams to port.
Day 9:
Check-out from the yacht, group transfer to the airport.
Routes can be affected by adverse weather conditions and unforeseen events, force majeure or other similar reasons
Dive sites you’ll see
Bismarck Sea Signature Itinerary FB9 (10 nights) (Port of Kimbe Bay-Port of Kimbe Bay)
Included
- 10 nights accommodation on board MV FeBrina
- 9 days of diving (4 or 5 dives a day, with 2 dives only on last day)
- Airport transfers from Hoskins/Kimbe airport to vessel on departure date, and from vessel to Hoskins/Kimbe airport on disembarkation day. For guests staying at Walindi Resort either before or after the trip, airport transfers to/from the resort are complimentary.
- Breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks
- Unlimited tea and coffee
- Filled 12L tanks, weight belt and weights
- Light laundry service daily
- Free short-term DAN diving insurance (upon request)
Obligatory surcharges
- Dive Evacuation insurance (available onboard if required)
- Environmental and Safety Fee: 9USD per night, to be paid in advance
- Conservation Fee: 20USD per trip, to be paid in advance
Extra cost
- International and Domestic Flights (Domestic Airport Hoskins/Kimbe- HKN)
- Visa Fee (if applicable)
- Nitrox is available as a package for all dives, or for casual fills. Payable in advance or on board.
- Alcoholic Beverages and Soft Drinks – Local beers and softdrinks available for purchase on board. Please advise if you have any preferences regarding softdrinks. Wine is available by the bottle or glass. Limited spirits available.
- Crew Gratuities
- Equipment Rental – Limited dive equipment and sizes are kept on board for hire. Please check on availability prior to arrival. If needed, gear hire may be able to be arranged from Walindi Resort with advance notice.
- 10% GST applies to all purchases made within Papua New Guinea.
- Nitrox 9-10 Night Departure: 270USD per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
Program
Day 1:
Meet & greet at the airport. Group transfer to the port. Onboarding, meeting the crew & briefing.
Day 2-9:
4 to 5 dives per day, typically scheduled as follows.
* Note: For this itinerary, there is more steaming than usual, which will result in a couple of days being shortened to 3 dives only.
- Light breakfast, briefing, dive 1.
- Full breakfast, relax/interval, briefing, dive 2.
- Morning Tea, relax/interval, briefing, dive 3.
- Lunch, relax/interval, briefing, dive 4.
- Afternoon snack, briefing, evening dive 5 (where possible on evenings where boat is not steaming).
- Dinner.
Day 10:
2 morning dives only, lunch, vessel steams to port
Day 11:
Check-out from the yacht, group transfer to the airport.
Routes can be affected by adverse weather conditions and unforeseen events, force majeure or other similar reasons
Dive sites you’ll see
Witu Islands Itinerary FB8 (8 nights) (Port of Kimbe Bay-Port of Kimbe Bay)
Included
- 8 nights accommodation on board MV FeBrina
- 7 days of diving (4 or 5 dives a day, with 2 dives only on last day)
- Airport transfers from Hoskins/Kimbe airport to vessel on departure date, and from vessel to Hoskins/Kimbe airport on disembarkation day. For guests staying at Walindi Resort either before or after the trip, airport transfers to/from the resort are complimentary.
- Breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks
- Unlimited tea and coffee
- Filled 12L tanks, weight belt and weights
- Light laundry service daily
- Free short-term DAN diving insurance (upon request)
Obligatory surcharges
- Dive Evacuation insurance (available onboard if required)
- Environmental and Safety Fee: 9USD per night, to be paid in advance
- Conservation Fee: 20USD per trip, to be paid in advance
Extra cost
- International and Domestic Flights (Domestic Airport Hoskins/Kimbe- HKN)
- Visa Fee (if applicable)
- Nitrox is available as a package for all dives, or for casual fills. Payable in advance or on board.
- Alcoholic Beverages and Soft Drinks – Local beers and softdrinks available for purchase on board. Please advise if you have any preferences regarding softdrinks. Wine is available by the bottle or glass. Limited spirits available.
- Crew Gratuities
- Equipment Rental – Limited dive equipment and sizes are kept on board for hire. Please check on availability prior to arrival. If needed, gear hire may be able to be arranged from Walindi Resort with advance notice.
- 10% GST applies to all purchases made within Papua New Guinea.
- Nitrox 6-8 night Departure: 210USD per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
Program
Day 1:
Meet & greet at the airport. Group transfer to the port. Onboarding, meeting the crew & briefing.
Day 2-7:
4 to 5 dives per day, typically scheduled as follows.
* Note: For this itinerary, there is more steaming than usual, which will result in a couple of days being shortened to 3 dives only.
- Light breakfast, briefing, dive 1.
- Full breakfast, relax/interval, briefing, dive 2.
- Morning Tea, relax/interval, briefing, dive 3.
- Lunch, relax/interval, briefing, dive 4.
- Afternoon snack, briefing, evening dive 5 (where possible on evenings where boat is not steaming).
- Dinner.
Day 8:
2 morning dives only, lunch, vessel steams to port
Day 9:
Check-out from the yacht, group transfer to the airport.
Routes can be affected by adverse weather conditions and unforeseen events, force majeure or other similar reasons
Dive sites you’ll see
New Hanover and Witu Islands (10 nights) (Port of Kavieng-Port of Kimbe Bay)
Included
- 10 nights accommodation on board MV FeBrina
- 8 days of diving (4 or 5 dives a day, with 2 dives only on last day)
- Depending on itinerary, airport transfers from Hoskins/Kimbe airport or Kavieng airport to vessel on departure date, and from vessel to Hoskins/Kimbe airport or Kavieng airport on disembarkation day. For guests staying at Walindi Resort either before or after the trip, airport transfers to/from the resort are complimentary. For guests staying at Kavieng Hotels/Resorts either before or after the trip, please liaise with hotel management regarding getting to MV FeBrina for boarding.
- Breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks
- Unlimited tea and coffee
- Filled 12L tanks, weight belt and weights
- Light laundry service daily
- Free short-term DAN diving insurance (upon request)
Obligatory surcharges
- Dive Evacuation insurance (available onboard if required)
- Environmental and Safety Fee: 9USD per night, to be paid in advance
- Conservation Fee: 20USD per trip, to be paid in advance
Extra cost
- International and Domestic Flights (Domestic Airport Hoskins/Kimbe- HKN or Kavieng - KVG)
- Visa Fee (if applicable)
- Nitrox is available as a package for all dives, or for casual fills. Payable in advance or on board.
- Alcoholic Beverages and Soft Drinks – Local beers and softdrinks available for purchase on board. Please advise if you have any preferences regarding softdrinks. Wine is available by the bottle or glass. Limited spirits available.
- Crew Gratuities
- Equipment Rental – Limited dive equipment and sizes are kept on board for hire. Please check on availability prior to arrival. If needed, gear hire may be able to be arranged from Walindi Resort with advance notice.
- 10% GST applies to all purchases made within Papua New Guinea.
- Nitrox 9-10 Night Departure: 270USD per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
Program
Day 1:
Meet & greet at the airport. Group transfer to the port. Onboarding, meeting the crew & briefing.
Day 2-9:
3 to 5 dives per day, typically scheduled as follows.
* Note: For this itinerary there is more steaming than usual, which will result in a couple of days being shortened to 3 dives only.
- Light breakfast, briefing, dive 1.
- Full breakfast, relax/interval, briefing, dive 2.
- Morning tea, relax/interval, briefing, dive 3.
- Lunch, relax/interval, briefing, dive 4.
- Afternoon snack, briefing, evening dive 5 (where possible on evenings where boat is not steaming).
- Dinner.
Day 10:
2 morning dives only, lunch, vessel steams to port
Day 11:
Check-out from the yacht, group transfer to the airport.
Routes can be affected by adverse weather conditions and unforeseen events, force majeure or other similar reasons
Dive sites you’ll see
Fathers Reefs & Kimbe Bay Itinerary FB8 (8 nights) (Port of Kimbe Bay-Port of Kimbe Bay)
Included
- 8 nights accommodation on board MV FeBrina
- 7 days of diving (4 or 5 dives a day, with 2 dives only on last day)
- Airport transfers from Hoskins/Kimbe airport to vessel on departure date, and from vessel to Hoskins/Kimbe airport on disembarkation day. For guests staying at Walindi Resort either before or after the trip, airport transfers to/from the resort are complimentary.
- Breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks
- Unlimited tea and coffee
- Filled 12L tanks, weight belt and weights
- Light laundry service daily
- Free short-term DAN diving insurance (upon request)
Obligatory surcharges
- Dive Evacuation insurance (available onboard if required)
- Environmental and Safety Fee: 9USD per night, to be paid in advance
- Conservation Fee: 20USD per trip, to be paid in advance
Extra cost
- International and Domestic Flights (Domestic Airport Hoskins/Kimbe- HKN)
- Visa Fee (if applicable)
- Nitrox is available as a package for all dives, or for casual fills. Payable in advance or on board.
- Alcoholic Beverages and Soft Drinks – Local beers and softdrinks available for purchase on board. Please advise if you have any preferences regarding softdrinks. Wine is available by the bottle or glass. Limited spirits available.
- Crew Gratuities
- Equipment Rental – Limited dive equipment and sizes are kept on board for hire. Please check on availability prior to arrival. If needed, gear hire may be able to be arranged from Walindi Resort with advance notice.
- 10% GST applies to all purchases made within Papua New Guinea.
- Nitrox 6-8 night Departure: 210USD per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
Program
Day 1:
Meet & greet at the airport. Group transfer to the port. Onboarding, meeting the crew & briefing.
Day 2-7:
4 to 5 dives per day, typically scheduled as follows.
* Note: For this itinerary, there is more steaming than usual, which will result in a couple of days being shortened to 3 dives only.
- Light breakfast, briefing, dive 1.
- Full breakfast, relax/interval, briefing, dive 2.
- Morning Tea, relax/interval, briefing, dive 3.
- Lunch, relax/interval, briefing, dive 4.
- Afternoon snack, briefing, evening dive 5 (where possible on evenings where boat is not steaming).
- Dinner.
Day 8:
2 morning dives only, lunch, vessel steams to port
Day 9:
Check-out from the yacht, group transfer to the airport.
Routes can be affected by adverse weather conditions and unforeseen events, force majeure or other similar reasons
Dive sites you’ll see
East and West New Britain Itinerary FB8 (8 nights) (Port of Kimbe Bay-Port of Rabaul)
Included
- 8 nights accommodation on board MV FeBrina
- 7 days of diving (4 or 5 dives a day, with 2 dives only on last day)
- Depending on itinerary, airport transfers from Hoskins/Kimbe airport or Rabaul airport to vessel on departure date, and from vessel to Hoskins/Kimbe airport or Rabaul airport on disembarkation day. For guests staying at Walindi Resort either before or after the trip, airport transfers to/from the resort are complimentary. For guests staying at Rabaul/Tokua Hotels/Resorts either before or after the trip, please liaise with hotel management regarding getting to MV Oceania for boarding.
- Breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks
- Unlimited tea and coffee
- Filled 12L tanks, weight belt and weights
- Light laundry service daily
- Free short-term DAN diving insurance (upon request)
Obligatory surcharges
- Dive Evacuation insurance (available onboard if required)
- Environmental and Safety Fee: 9USD per night, to be paid in advance
- Conservation Fee: 20USD per trip, to be paid in advance
Extra cost
- International and Domestic Flights (Domestic Airport Hoskins/Kimbe- HKN or Rabaul - RAB)
- Visa Fee (if applicable)
- Nitrox is available as a package for all dives, or for casual fills. Payable in advance or on board.
- Alcoholic Beverages and Soft Drinks – Local beers and softdrinks available for purchase on board. Please advise if you have any preferences regarding softdrinks. Wine is available by the bottle or glass. Limited spirits available.
- Crew Gratuities
- Equipment Rental – Limited dive equipment and sizes are kept on board for hire. Please check on availability prior to arrival. If needed, gear hire may be able to be arranged from Walindi Resort with advance notice.
- 10% GST applies to all purchases made within Papua New Guinea.
- Nitrox 6-8 night Departure: 210USD per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
Program
Day 1:
Meet & greet at the airport. Group transfer to the port. Onboarding, meeting the crew & briefing.
Days 2-7:
4 or 5 dives per day, typically scheduled as follows:
- Light breakfast, briefing, dive 1.
- Full breakfast, relax/interval, briefing, dive 2.
- Morning tea, relax/interval, briefing, dive 3.
- Lunch, relax/interval, briefing, dive 4.
- Afternoon snack, briefing, evening dive 5 (where possible on evenings where boat is not steaming).
- Dinner.
Day 8:
2 morning dives only, lunch, vessel steams to port.
Day 9:
Check-out from the yacht, group transfer to the airport.
Routes can be affected by adverse weather conditions and unforeseen events, force majeure or other similar reasons
Dive sites you’ll see
Islands of East Coast New Ireland Exploratory Itinerary FB11 (11 nights) (Port of Rabaul-Port of Kavieng)
Included
- 11 nights accommodation on board MV FeBrina
- 9 days of diving (4 or 5 dives a day, with 2 dives only on last day)
- Airport transfers from Rabaul airport to vessel on departure date, and from vessel to Kavieng airport on disembarkation day. For guests staying at Rabaul Hotels before the trip, please make your way to Kokopo Beach Bungalows to meet the crew for a 4:00pm boarding via the vessel tender. For guests staying at Kavieng Hotels/Resorts after the trip, please check with crew on making arrangements to get to your accommodation.
- Breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks
- Unlimited tea and coffee
- Filled 12L tanks, weight belt and weights
- Light laundry service daily
- Free short-term DAN diving insurance (upon request)
Obligatory surcharges
- Dive Evacuation insurance (available onboard if required)
- Environmental and Safety Fee: 9USD per night, to be paid in advance
- Conservation Fee: 20USD per trip, to be paid in advance
Extra cost
- International and Domestic Flights (Domestic Airport Rabaul (RAB) or Kavieng - KVG)
- Visa Fee (if applicable)
- Nitrox is available as a package for all dives, or for casual fills. Payable in advance or on board.
- Alcoholic Beverages and Soft Drinks – Local beers and softdrinks available for purchase on board. Please advise if you have any preferences regarding softdrinks. Wine is available by the bottle or glass. Limited spirits available.
- Crew Gratuities
- Equipment Rental – Limited dive equipment and sizes are kept on board for hire. Please check on availability prior to arrival. For itineraries out of and returning to Walindi Resort, gear hire may be able to be arranged from the Resort with advance notice.
- 10% GST applies to all purchases made within Papua New Guinea.
- Nitrox 11-12 Night Departure: 300USD per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
Program
Day 1:
Meet & greet at the airport. Group transfer to the port. Onboarding, meeting the crew & briefing.
Day 2-10:
4 to 5 dives per day, typically scheduled as follows.
* Note: For this itinerary, there is more steaming than usual, which will result in a couple of days being shortened to 3 dives only.
- Light breakfast, briefing, dive 1.
- Full breakfast, relax/interval, briefing, dive 2.
- Morning Tea, relax/interval, briefing, dive 3.
- Lunch, relax/interval, briefing, dive 4.
- Afternoon snack, briefing, evening dive 5 (where possible on evenings where boat is not steaming).
- Dinner.
Day 11:
2 morning dives only, lunch, vessel steams to port
Day 12:
Check-out from the yacht, group transfer to the airport.
Routes can be affected by adverse weather conditions and unforeseen events, force majeure or other similar reasons
Dive sites you’ll see
East and West New Britain Itinerary FB8 (8 nights) (Port of Rabaul-Port of Kimbe Bay)
Included
- 8 nights accommodation on board MV FeBrina
- 7 days of diving (4 or 5 dives a day, with 2 dives only on last day)
- Depending on itinerary, airport transfers from Hoskins/Kimbe airport or Rabaul airport to vessel on departure date, and from vessel to Hoskins/Kimbe airport or Rabaul airport on disembarkation day. For guests staying at Walindi Resort either before or after the trip, airport transfers to/from the resort are complimentary. For guests staying at Rabaul/Tokua Hotels/Resorts either before or after the trip, please liaise with hotel management regarding getting to MV Oceania for boarding.
- Breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks
- Unlimited tea and coffee
- Filled 12L tanks, weight belt and weights
- Light laundry service daily
- Free short-term DAN diving insurance (upon request)
Obligatory surcharges
- Dive Evacuation insurance (available onboard if required)
- Environmental and Safety Fee: 9USD per night, to be paid in advance
- Conservation Fee: 20USD per trip, to be paid in advance
Extra cost
- International and Domestic Flights (Domestic Airport Hoskins/Kimbe- HKN or Rabaul - RAB)
- Visa Fee (if applicable)
- Nitrox is available as a package for all dives, or for casual fills. Payable in advance or on board.
- Alcoholic Beverages and Soft Drinks – Local beers and softdrinks available for purchase on board. Please advise if you have any preferences regarding softdrinks. Wine is available by the bottle or glass. Limited spirits available.
- Crew Gratuities
- Equipment Rental – Limited dive equipment and sizes are kept on board for hire. Please check on availability prior to arrival. If needed, gear hire may be able to be arranged from Walindi Resort with advance notice.
- 10% GST applies to all purchases made within Papua New Guinea.
- Nitrox 6-8 night Departure: 210USD per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
Program
Day 1:
Meet & greet at the airport. Group transfer to the port. Onboarding, meeting the crew & briefing.
Days 2-7:
4 or 5 dives per day, typically scheduled as follows:
- Light breakfast, briefing, dive 1.
- Full breakfast, relax/interval, briefing, dive 2.
- Morning tea, relax/interval, briefing, dive 3.
- Lunch, relax/interval, briefing, dive 4.
- Afternoon snack, briefing, evening dive 5 (where possible on evenings where boat is not steaming).
- Dinner.
Day 8:
2 morning dives only, lunch, vessel steams to port.
Day 9:
Check-out from the yacht, group transfer to the airport.
Routes can be affected by adverse weather conditions and unforeseen events, force majeure or other similar reasons
Dive sites you’ll see
Bismarck Sea Signature Itinerary FB9 (9 nights) (Port of Kimbe Bay-Port of Kimbe Bay)
Included
- 9 nights accommodation on board MV FeBrina
- 8 days of diving (4 or 5 dives a day, with 2 dives only on last day)
- Airport transfers from Hoskins/Kimbe airport to vessel on departure date, and from vessel to Hoskins/Kimbe airport on disembarkation day. For guests staying at Walindi Resort either before or after the trip, airport transfers to/from the resort are complimentary.
- Breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks
- Unlimited tea and coffee
- Filled 12L tanks, weight belt and weights
- Light laundry service daily
- Free short-term DAN diving insurance (upon request)
Obligatory surcharges
- Dive Evacuation insurance (available onboard if required)
- Environmental and Safety Fee: 9USD per night, to be paid in advance
- Conservation Fee: 20USD per trip, to be paid in advance
Extra cost
- International and Domestic Flights (Domestic Airport Hoskins/Kimbe- HKN)
- Visa Fee (if applicable)
- Nitrox is available as a package for all dives, or for casual fills. Payable in advance or on board.
- Alcoholic Beverages and Soft Drinks – Local beers and softdrinks available for purchase on board. Please advise if you have any preferences regarding softdrinks. Wine is available by the bottle or glass. We recommend you bring your own favourite spirit duty free for consumption on board. We do recommend that once you start drinking for the day, you cease diving for that day.
- Crew Gratuities
- Equipment Rental – Limited dive equipment and sizes are kept on board for hire. Please check on availability prior to arrival. If needed, gear hire may be able to be arranged from Walindi Resort with advance notice.
- 10% GST applies to all purchases made within Papua New Guinea.
- Nitrox 9-10 Night Departure: 270USD per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
Program
Day 1:
Meet & greet at the airport. Group transfer to the port. Onboarding, meeting the crew & briefing.
Day 2-8:
4 to 5 dives per day, typically scheduled as follows.
* Note: For this itinerary, there is more steaming than usual, which will result in a couple of days being shortened to 3 dives only.
- Light breakfast, briefing, dive 1.
- Full breakfast, relax/interval, briefing, dive 2.
- Morning Tea, relax/interval, briefing, dive 3.
- Lunch, relax/interval, briefing, dive 4.
- Afternoon snack, briefing, evening dive 5 (where possible on evenings where boat is not steaming).
- Dinner.
Day 9:
2 morning dives only, lunch, vessel steams to port
Day 10:
Check-out from the yacht, group transfer to the airport.
Routes can be affected by adverse weather conditions and unforeseen events, force majeure or other similar reasons
Dive sites you’ll see
New Hanover and Witu Islands (11 nights) (Port of Kimbe Bay-Port of Kavieng)
Included
- 11 nights accommodation on board MV FeBrina
- 9 days of diving (4 or 5 dives a day, with 2 dives only on last day)
- Depending on itinerary, airport transfers from Hoskins/Kimbe airport or Kavieng airport to vessel on departure date, and from vessel to Hoskins/Kimbe airport or Kavieng airport on disembarkation day. For guests staying at Walindi Resort either before or after the trip, airport transfers to/from the resort are complimentary. For guests staying at Kavieng Hotels/Resorts either before or after the trip, please liaise with hotel management regarding getting to MV FeBrina for boarding.
- Breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks
- Unlimited tea and coffee
- Filled 12L tanks, weight belt and weights
- Light laundry service daily
- Free short-term DAN diving insurance (upon request)
Obligatory surcharges
- Dive Evacuation insurance (available onboard if required)
- Environmental and Safety Fee: 9USD per night, to be paid in advance
- Conservation Fee: 20USD per trip, to be paid in advance
Extra cost
- International and Domestic Flights (Domestic Airport Hoskins/Kimbe- HKN or Kavieng - KVG)
- Visa Fee (if applicable)
- Nitrox is available as a package for all dives, or for casual fills. Payable in advance or on board.
- Alcoholic Beverages and Soft Drinks – Local beers and softdrinks available for purchase on board. Please advise if you have any preferences regarding softdrinks. Wine is available by the bottle or glass. Limited spirits available.
- Crew Gratuities
- Equipment Rental – Limited dive equipment and sizes are kept on board for hire. Please check on availability prior to arrival. If needed, gear hire may be able to be arranged from Walindi Resort with advance notice.
- 10% GST applies to all purchases made within Papua New Guinea.
- Nitrox 11-12 Night Departure: 300USD per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
Program
Day 1:
Meet & greet at the airport. Group transfer to the port. Onboarding, meeting the crew & briefing.
Day 2-10:
3 to 5 dives per day, typically scheduled as follows.
* Note: For this itinerary there is more steaming than usual, which will result in a couple of days being shortened to 3 dives only.
- Light breakfast, briefing, dive 1.
- Full breakfast, relax/interval, briefing, dive 2.
- Morning Tea, relax/interval, briefing, dive 3.
- Lunch, relax/interval, briefing, dive 4.
- Afternoon snack, briefing, evening dive 5 (where possible on evenings where boat is not steaming).
- Dinner.
Day 11:
2 morning dives only, lunch, vessel steams to port
Day 12:
Check-out from the yacht, group transfer to the airport.
Routes can be affected by adverse weather conditions and unforeseen events, force majeure or other similar reasons
Dive sites you’ll see
Kimbe Bay & Witu Islands Itinerary FB10 (10 nights) (Port of Kimbe Bay-Port of Kimbe Bay)
Included
- 10 nights accommodation on board MV FeBrina
- 9 days of diving (5 dives a day, with 2 or 3 dives only on last day)
- Airport transfers from Hoskins/Kimbe airport to vessel on departure date, and from vessel to Hoskins/Kimbe airport on disembarkation day. For guests staying at Walindi Resort either before or after the trip, airport transfers to/from the resort are complimentary.
- Breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks
- Unlimited tea and coffee
- Filled 12L tanks, weight belt and weights
- Light laundry service daily
- Free short-term DAN diving insurance (upon request)
Obligatory surcharges
- Dive Evacuation insurance (available onboard if required)
- Environmental and Safety Fee: 9USD per night, to be paid in advance
- Conservation Fee: 20USD per trip, to be paid in advance
Extra cost
- International and Domestic Flights (Domestic Airport Hoskins/Kimbe- HKN)
- Visa Fee (if applicable)
- Nitrox is available as a package for all dives, or for casual fills. Payable in advance or on board.
- Alcoholic Beverages and Soft Drinks – Local beers and softdrinks available for purchase on board. Please advise if you have any preferences regarding softdrinks. Wine is available by the bottle or glass. Limited spirits available.
- Crew Gratuities
- Equipment Rental – Limited dive equipment and sizes are kept on board for hire. Please check on availability prior to arrival. If needed, gear hire may be able to be arranged from Walindi Resort with advance notice.
- 10% GST applies to all purchases made within Papua New Guinea.
- Nitrox 9-10 Night Departure: 270USD per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
Program
Day 1:
Embarkation from 4:00pm, Vessel departs from Walindi Plantation Resort at approx 6:00pm
Days 2-8:
4 or 5 dives per day, typically scheduled as follows:
- Light Breakfast, briefing, Dive 1
- Full Breakfast, relax/interval, briefing, Dive 2
- Morning Tea, relax/interval, briefing, Dive 3
- Lunch, relax/interval, briefing, Dive 4
- Afternoon snack, briefing, evening Dive 5 (where possible on evenings where boat is not steaming)
- Dinner
Day 9:
2 morning dives only, lunch, vessel steams to port
Day 10:
Disembarkation up until 9:00am (to suit outward flights where applicable)
Routes can be affected by adverse weather conditions and unforeseen events, force majeure or other similar reasons
Dive sites you’ll see
New Hanover and Witu Islands (10 nights) (Port of Kimbe Bay-Port of Kavieng)
Included
- 10 nights accommodation on board MV FeBrina
- 8 days of diving (4 or 5 dives a day, with 2 dives only on last day)
- Depending on itinerary, airport transfers from Hoskins/Kimbe airport or Kavieng airport to vessel on departure date, and from vessel to Hoskins/Kimbe airport or Kavieng airport on disembarkation day. For guests staying at Walindi Resort either before or after the trip, airport transfers to/from the resort are complimentary. For guests staying at Kavieng Hotels/Resorts either before or after the trip, please liaise with hotel management regarding getting to MV FeBrina for boarding.
- Breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks
- Unlimited tea and coffee
- Filled 12L tanks, weight belt and weights
- Light laundry service daily
- Free short-term DAN diving insurance (upon request)
Obligatory surcharges
- Dive Evacuation insurance (available onboard if required)
- Environmental and Safety Fee: 9USD per night, to be paid in advance
- Conservation Fee: 20USD per trip, to be paid in advance
Extra cost
- International and Domestic Flights (Domestic Airport Hoskins/Kimbe- HKN or Kavieng - KVG)
- Visa Fee (if applicable)
- Nitrox is available as a package for all dives, or for casual fills. Payable in advance or on board.
- Alcoholic Beverages and Soft Drinks – Local beers and softdrinks available for purchase on board. Please advise if you have any preferences regarding softdrinks. Wine is available by the bottle or glass. Limited spirits available.
- Crew Gratuities
- Equipment Rental – Limited dive equipment and sizes are kept on board for hire. Please check on availability prior to arrival. If needed, gear hire may be able to be arranged from Walindi Resort with advance notice.
- 10% GST applies to all purchases made within Papua New Guinea.
- Nitrox 9-10 Night Departure: 270USD per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
Program
Day 1:
Meet & greet at the airport. Group transfer to the port. Onboarding, meeting the crew & briefing.
Day 2-9:
3 to 5 dives per day, typically scheduled as follows.
* Note: For this itinerary there is more steaming than usual, which will result in a couple of days being shortened to 3 dives only.
- Light breakfast, briefing, dive 1.
- Full breakfast, relax/interval, briefing, dive 2.
- Morning tea, relax/interval, briefing, dive 3.
- Lunch, relax/interval, briefing, dive 4.
- Afternoon snack, briefing, evening dive 5 (where possible on evenings where boat is not steaming).
- Dinner.
Day 10:
2 morning dives only, lunch, vessel steams to port
Day 11:
Check-out from the yacht, group transfer to the airport.
Routes can be affected by adverse weather conditions and unforeseen events, force majeure or other similar reasons
Dive sites you’ll see
Fathers Reefs & New Hanover FB11 (11 nights) (Port of Kimbe Bay-Port of Kavieng)
Included
- 11 nights accommodation on board MV FeBrina
- 9 days of diving (4 or 5 dives a day, with 2 dives only on last day)
- Depending on itinerary, airport transfers from Hoskins/Kimbe airport or Kavieng airport to vessel on departure date, and from vessel to Hoskins/Kimbe airport or Kavieng airport on disembarkation day. For guests staying at Walindi Resort either before or after the trip, airport transfers to/from the resort are complimentary. For guests staying at Kavieng Hotels/Resorts either before or after the trip, please liaise with hotel management regarding getting to MV FeBrina for boarding.
- Breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks
- Unlimited tea and coffee
- Filled 12L tanks, weight belt and weights
- Light laundry service daily
- Free short-term DAN diving insurance (upon request)
Obligatory surcharges
- Dive Evacuation insurance (available onboard if required)
- Environmental and Safety Fee: 9USD per night, to be paid in advance
- Conservation Fee: 20USD per trip, to be paid in advance
Extra cost
- International and Domestic Flights (Domestic Airport Hoskins/Kimbe- HKN or Kavieng - KVG)
- Visa Fee (if applicable)
- Nitrox is available as a package for all dives, or for casual fills. Payable in advance or on board.
- Alcoholic Beverages and Soft Drinks – Local beers and softdrinks available for purchase on board. Please advise if you have any preferences regarding softdrinks. Wine is available by the bottle or glass. Limited spirits available.
- Crew Gratuities
- Equipment Rental – Limited dive equipment and sizes are kept on board for hire. Please check on availability prior to arrival. If needed, gear hire may be able to be arranged from Walindi Resort with advance notice.
- 10% GST applies to all purchases made within Papua New Guinea.
- Nitrox 11-12 Night Departure: 300USD per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
Program
Day 1:
Meet & greet at the airport. Group transfer to the port. Onboarding, meeting the crew & briefing.
Day 2-10:
4 to 5 dives per day, typically scheduled as follows.
* Note: For this itinerary, there is more steaming than usual, which will result in a couple of days being shortened to 3 dives only.
- Light breakfast, briefing, dive 1.
- Full breakfast, relax/interval, briefing, dive 2.
- Morning Tea, relax/interval, briefing, dive 3.
- Lunch, relax/interval, briefing, dive 4.
- Afternoon snack, briefing, evening dive 5 (where possible on evenings where boat is not steaming).
- Dinner.
Day 11:
2 morning dives only, lunch, vessel steams to port
Day 12:
Check-out from the yacht, group transfer to the airport.
Routes can be affected by adverse weather conditions and unforeseen events, force majeure or other similar reasons
Dive sites you’ll see
New Hanover and Witu Islands (11 nights) (Port of Kavieng-Port of Kimbe Bay)
Included
- 11 nights accommodation on board MV FeBrina
- 9 days of diving (4 or 5 dives a day, with 2 dives only on last day)
- Depending on itinerary, airport transfers from Hoskins/Kimbe airport or Kavieng airport to vessel on departure date, and from vessel to Hoskins/Kimbe airport or Kavieng airport on disembarkation day. For guests staying at Walindi Resort either before or after the trip, airport transfers to/from the resort are complimentary. For guests staying at Kavieng Hotels/Resorts either before or after the trip, please liaise with hotel management regarding getting to MV FeBrina for boarding.
- Breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks
- Unlimited tea and coffee
- Filled 12L tanks, weight belt and weights
- Light laundry service daily
- Free short-term DAN diving insurance (upon request)
Obligatory surcharges
- Dive Evacuation insurance (available onboard if required)
- Environmental and Safety Fee: 9USD per night, to be paid in advance
- Conservation Fee: 20USD per trip, to be paid in advance
Extra cost
- International and Domestic Flights (Domestic Airport Hoskins/Kimbe- HKN or Kavieng - KVG)
- Visa Fee (if applicable)
- Nitrox is available as a package for all dives, or for casual fills. Payable in advance or on board.
- Alcoholic Beverages and Soft Drinks – Local beers and softdrinks available for purchase on board. Please advise if you have any preferences regarding softdrinks. Wine is available by the bottle or glass. Limited spirits available.
- Crew Gratuities
- Equipment Rental – Limited dive equipment and sizes are kept on board for hire. Please check on availability prior to arrival. If needed, gear hire may be able to be arranged from Walindi Resort with advance notice.
- 10% GST applies to all purchases made within Papua New Guinea.
- Nitrox 11-12 Night Departure: 300USD per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
Program
Day 1:
Meet & greet at the airport. Group transfer to the port. Onboarding, meeting the crew & briefing.
Day 2-10:
3 to 5 dives per day, typically scheduled as follows.
* Note: For this itinerary there is more steaming than usual, which will result in a couple of days being shortened to 3 dives only.
- Light breakfast, briefing, dive 1.
- Full breakfast, relax/interval, briefing, dive 2.
- Morning Tea, relax/interval, briefing, dive 3.
- Lunch, relax/interval, briefing, dive 4.
- Afternoon snack, briefing, evening dive 5 (where possible on evenings where boat is not steaming).
- Dinner.
Day 11:
2 morning dives only, lunch, vessel steams to port
Day 12:
Check-out from the yacht, group transfer to the airport.
Routes can be affected by adverse weather conditions and unforeseen events, force majeure or other similar reasons
Dive sites you’ll see
East and West New Britain Itinerary FB9 (9 nights) (Port of Rabaul-Port of Kimbe Bay)
Included
- 9 nights accommodation on board MV FeBrina
- 8 days of diving (4 or 5 dives a day, with 2 dives only on last day)
- Depending on itinerary, airport transfers from Hoskins/Kimbe airport or Rabaul airport to vessel on departure date, and from vessel to Hoskins/Kimbe airport or Rabaul airport on disembarkation day. For guests staying at Walindi Resort either before or after the trip, airport transfers to/from the resort are complimentary. For guests staying at Rabaul/Tokua Hotels/Resorts either before or after the trip, please liaise with hotel management regarding getting to MV Oceania for boarding.
- Breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks
- Unlimited tea and coffee
- Filled 12L tanks, weight belt and weights
- Light laundry service daily
- Free short-term DAN diving insurance (upon request)
Obligatory surcharges
- Dive Evacuation insurance (available onboard if required)
- Environmental and Safety Fee: 9USD per night, to be paid in advance
- Conservation Fee: 20USD per trip, to be paid in advance
Extra cost
- International and Domestic Flights (Domestic Airport Hoskins/Kimbe- HKN or Rabaul - RAB)
- Visa Fee (if applicable)
- Nitrox is available as a package for all dives, or for casual fills. Payable in advance or on board.
- Alcoholic Beverages and Soft Drinks – Local beers and softdrinks available for purchase on board. Please advise if you have any preferences regarding softdrinks. Wine is available by the bottle or glass. Limited spirits available.
- Crew Gratuities
- Equipment Rental – Limited dive equipment and sizes are kept on board for hire. Please check on availability prior to arrival. If needed, gear hire may be able to be arranged from Walindi Resort with advance notice.
- 10% GST applies to all purchases made within Papua New Guinea.
- Nitrox 6-8 night Departure: 210USD per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
Program
Day 1:
Meet & greet at the airport. Group transfer to the port. Onboarding, meeting the crew & briefing.
Days 2-8:
4 or 5 dives per day, typically scheduled as follows:
- Light breakfast, briefing, dive 1.
- Full breakfast, relax/interval, briefing, dive 2.
- Morning tea, relax/interval, briefing, dive 3.
- Lunch, relax/interval, briefing, dive 4.
- Afternoon snack, briefing, evening dive 5 (where possible on evenings where boat is not steaming).
- Dinner.
Day 9:
2 morning dives only, lunch, vessel steams to port.
Day 10:
Check-out from the yacht, group transfer to the airport.
Routes can be affected by adverse weather conditions and unforeseen events, force majeure or other similar reasons
Dive sites you’ll see
Kimbe Bay (7 nights) (Port of Kimbe Bay-Port of Kimbe Bay)
Included
- 7 nights accommodation on board MV FeBrina
- 6 days of diving (4 or 5 dives a day, with 2 dives only on last day)
- Airport transfers from Hoskins/Kimbe airport to vessel on departure date, and from vessel to Hoskins/Kimbe airport on disembarkation day. For guests staying at Walindi Resort either before or after the trip, airport transfers to/from the resort are complimentary.
- Breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks
- Unlimited tea and coffee
- Filled 12L tanks, weight belt and weights
- Light laundry service daily
- Free short-term DAN diving insurance (upon request)
Obligatory surcharges
- Dive Evacuation insurance (available onboard if required)
- Environmental and Safety Fee: 9USD per night, to be paid in advance
- Conservation Fee: 20USD per trip, to be paid in advance
Extra cost
- International and Domestic Flights (Domestic Airport Hoskins/Kimbe- HKN)
- Visa Fee (if applicable)
- Nitrox is available as a package for all dives, or for casual fills. Payable in advance or on board.
- Alcoholic Beverages and Soft Drinks – Local beers and softdrinks available for purchase on board. Please advise if you have any preferences regarding softdrinks. Wine is available by the bottle or glass. Limited spirits available.
- Crew Gratuities
- Equipment Rental – Limited dive equipment and sizes are kept on board for hire. Please check on availability prior to arrival. If needed, gear hire may be able to be arranged from Walindi Resort with advance notice.
- 10% GST applies to all purchases made within Papua New Guinea.
- Nitrox 6-8 night Departure: 210USD per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
Program
Day 1:
Meet & greet at the airport. Group transfer to the port. Onboarding, meeting the crew & briefing.
Days 2-6:
4 or 5 dives per day, typically scheduled as follows:
- Light breakfast, briefing, dive 1.
- Full breakfast, relax/interval, briefing, dive 2.
- Morning tea, relax/interval, briefing, dive 3.
- Lunch, relax/interval, briefing, dive 4.
- Afternoon snack, briefing, evening dive 5 (where possible on evenings where boat is not steaming).
- Dinner.
Day 7:
2 morning dives only, lunch, vessel steams to port.
Day 8:
Check-out from the yacht, group transfer to the airport.
Routes can be affected by adverse weather conditions and unforeseen events, force majeure or other similar reasons